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The story behind Curtis Mayfield’s iconic movie soundtracks

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1990s Black television reshaped America in ways policy couldn’t

Black sitcoms of the 1990s helped shape public opinion about the community, its achievements and aspirations in American society. Atlanta was at the center of the movement.

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Atlanta’s World Cup dream has a public bathroom problem

Atlanta does not have enough public bathrooms to accommodate the hundreds of thousands of visitors coming to the Peach State for the World Cup, but here are some solutions.

Students walk through campus at Georgia State University by the GSU Greenway in downtown Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025.  (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
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Why a public syllabus policy is bad for Georgia

The co-leaders of the Georgia State University chapter of the American Association of University Professors write of their opposition to a public syllabus policy in Georgia.

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Carlos Museum’s ‘Compassion’ explores and encourages caring for one another

The art exhibit “Compassion: What Moves You?” is centered around the theme of compassion, using photos, letters and a biometric light installation.

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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

Highlights include the Atlanta Science Festival’s Exploration Expo and the Atlanta Braves Open House.

Curtis Mayfield Perspective
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The Curtis Mayfield era of film music you didn’t know about

The Oscars may be over, but Curtis Mayfield’s film soundtracks still hit. UATL breaks down his ’70s run and lasting impact from Atlanta.

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PHOTOS: Motorists fall for checkpoint ruse

An annual two-day operation, always on a Friday and Saturday in mid-March, is broadly aimed at catching lawbreaking travelers bound for St. Patrick’s Day revelry in Savannah.

Georgia's NFL Pro Day

PHOTOS: UGA Pro Day draws Falcons, others

During UGA's pro day, all 32 NFL teams were represented, but there was an increased Atlanta Falcons presence. Georgia took note.

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PHOTOS: St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah

Tens of thousands of revelers attend tradition-rich Irish heritage celebration in city that has been hosting parade since 1824.