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Bipartisan group on Fulton commission wants Kemp to consider suspending sheriff

The Democratic commissioner called the sheriff’s office’s performance `unconstitutional and dangerous.’

Buc-ee’s sues Georgia competitor with ‘confusingly similar’ brand

Buc-ee’s sues Georgia competitor with ‘confusingly similar’ brand

Teddy’s Market has 2 locations north of Atlanta and plans to open a 3rd in Decatur.

A pedestrian walks through Savannah's Whitefield Square, where ground-penetrating radar recently confirmed a centuries-old Black burial site beneath it. The gazebo is often host to engagement and prom photos and weddings. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

In Savannah, a delayed reckoning over Black burial site under popular square

Coastal Georgia city weighs next steps after ground-penetrating radar recently confirmed presence of centuries-old African American graves below Whitefield Square.

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Kristen Stewart to play Sally Ride in Amazon’s ‘The Challenger’ in Atlanta

Actress Kristen Stewart is scheduled to come to Atlanta in late summer for a new limited Amazon series about the Challenger space shuttle explosion four decades ago.

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What we learned from Big Boi’s interview with Kid Cudi

The Outkast legend opened up about his discography, André 3000, fashion choices and joys of aging.

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Ways to have fun near Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the FIFA World Cup

Let us help you find attractions, restaurants and places to stay around Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

THE STEERING COLUMN

Why we love that new car smell

The scent of a new vehicle’s interior is more than a chemical cocktail. It taps into memory, luxury, possibility and the emotional rush of a major purchase.

May 8, 2026
BILL TORPY

DA Fani Willis’ revenge tour? Judicial races suggest an enemies list.

Word in legal circles is that Willis, never one to shy away from a fight, recruited them to run against judges who have irked her.

May 8, 2026
GUEST COLUMNIST

If Georgia Democrats want to win the governorship, we must let former Republicans in

Former GOP Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan has the best shot at defeating the GOP in November’s general election.

May 8, 2026
GUEST COLUMN

Gwinnett Young Democrats: Why we won’t support this ex-Republican for governor

We don’t all agree on which Democratic candidate should lead our ticket for governor. But on one point, we are united: Geoff Duncan cannot be that nominee.

May 8, 2026

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PHOTOS: AJC Photos of the Month -- April 2026

Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain, golfer Rory McIlroy repeats as Masters champion at Augusta National, the Atlanta Hawks end their season in the playoffs agains...

Sophia Newell and Harvy Patel take a selfie before the commencement ceremony at Berry College on Saturday May 9, 2026. (Daniel Whiting/Berry College)

PHOTOS: Berry College holds 2026 commencement ceremonies

Berry College held its Class of 2026 Commencement Celebration for undergraduates on Saturday, May 9, at Valhalla Stadium, and for graduates on Friday, May 8.

University of Georgia Spring Undergraduate Commencement 2026

PHOTOS: University of Georgia 2026 spring commencement

University of Georgia graduates gathered for the 2026 spring commencement at Sanford Stadium on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Athens.