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Hyundai CEO: White House apologized for raid on Georgia battery factory

“President Trump didn’t want those workers to go back to Korea," José Muñoz says the White House told him about the raid that led to 317 South Koreans being repatriated.

Norfolk Southern sale puts major Atlanta philanthropic force in question

The company donated nearly $7 million to Atlanta causes last year. But Atlanta would lose HQ in sale to Union Pacific.

Lovett School gets ‘historic’ $30 million gift from Rollins family

The gift honors the oldest child of Randall and Peggy Rollins, who died in 1970.

How Home Depot’s newest AI tool could give it an edge with pro contractors

The Vinings-based home improvement retailer said Wednesday it has launched a new tool that creates a complete materials list and quote for a single-family project.

Greene in the Spotlight

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OPINION

Torpy: Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to play nice. Snow predicted in hell.

Greene, who has been trying to rebrand, has appeared on shows like “Real Time With Bill Maher” and even “The View” for crying out loud.

OPINION

Murphy: Marjorie Taylor Greene or Trump: Who gets MAGA in the divorce?

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s battles with the president test her base at home in Georgia's 14th Congressional District.

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Marjorie Taylor Greene gets nasty nickname from Trump

Donald Trump is known for bestowing insulting nicknames. But so far he's avoided handing them out to Georgia's most prominent politicians.

AJC CONTRIBUTOR

Erickson: Nothing lasts forever: Trump-Marjorie Taylor Greene union was bound to end

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been rebuffed by Donald Trump, but this was inevitable given her ambition and realization that Trump and MAGA are in decline.

Politics

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Lt. Gov. Burt Jones scores another victory over use of campaign cash

Attorney General Chris Carr had asked State Ethics Commission to bar candidates from loaning to leadership committees.

BREAKING

Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months

President Donald Trump has signed a bill to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

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Ex-lawmaker, former Cobb school board member head to Georgia Senate runoff

Two Democrats are top voter getters, headed to runoff in Georgia Senate special election for metro Atlanta seat.

INSIDE CITY HALL

Atlanta short-term rental owners thwart another neighborhood ban

The Atlanta City Council narrowly voted down a proposed ban in north Buckhead after short-term rental owners flocked to City Hall to testify against it. It failed by one vote.

AJC Sports

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Michael Penix’s season is over before Falcons know if he’s the answer

Michael Penix hasn’t proved over 12 starts that he can be a consistently good NFL starter, much less the franchise QB, and now he will have to recover from ACL surgery.

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MLB

Braves will play in 2026 Little League Classic

It’s the second straight year the Braves will have participated in one of MLB’s marquee events.

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Atlanta awaits: Celebration Bowl picture comes into focus

The annual showcase pits the champions of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference in a spotlight game for HBCU football.

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KEN SUGIURA

3-pointer: ACC’s risky schedule format, UGA’s potential bye, a Falcons bright spot

ACC’s future 9-game format could cause title confusion, and Georgia’s potential CFP bye might hurt more than help. Meanwhile, Falcons rookie Cobee Bryant impresses in debut.

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NFL

A history of Michael Penix Jr.’s injuries

Fontenot on the Falcons quarterback’s injuries: ‘We looked at all the history.’

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YELLOW JACKETS

‘One of the great ones to ever play here’: Haynes King set for home finale

Georgia Tech’s star quarterback plays last game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday.

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Third CFP rankings steady at top but controversial and unsettled thereafter

The top three teams in the CFP rankings remain the same as last week, but plenty of controversy and chaos follows as the rest of the field sorts itself out.

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Downtown Atlanta’s Hotel Phoenix takes flight, sets opening date

The opening comes as Centennial Yards and its parent, CIM Group, push ahead on several key projects across the 50-acre site, the largest project the city has seen in decades.

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INSPIRE ATLANTA

Magnolia Room: How one man saved a Southern tradition

Louis Squires had no background in restaurants when he decided to recreate the old-school appeal of a S&S Cafeteria in a new way.

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Tangy mojo pork recipe offers respite from traditional fall flavors

Thanksgiving and the holiday season can be an onslaught of butter, sage and pumpkin pie spice. Give your tastebuds a break with this simple, citrus-forward pork recipe.

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Lauded pastry chef’s dessert and cocktail bar opens Thurs. in El Ponce basement

Bar Ana and coffee pop-up Recuerdos will have coffee during the day, cocktails and dessert at night.

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Food Network’s Kardea Brown brings new cookbook to Atlanta History Center

Emmy-winning television personality and cookbook author Kardea Brown hosts a book release for "Make Do With What You Have" at Atlanta History Center on Thursday, Nov. 20.

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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: ‘Dance Moms’ star Nia Sioux talks new memoir

“It’s UATL” hosts Najja Parker and DeAsia Paige talk with Nia Sioux about being one of the few Black faces in the dance studio and her new book.

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Dance Moms' star opens up about Abby Lee Miller calling her Tootie from 'Facts of Life'

Nia Sioux opens up on the 'It's UATL' Podcast about Abby Lee Miller calling her Tootie on "Dance Moms" and how it shaped her journey.

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She was Harlem’s star. And a Black celebrity heiress the 1920s never saw coming.

In the 1920s, a Black heiress was unheard of — until A’Lelia Walker arrived. On this episode of the “It’s UATL” podcast, we explore the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker.

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Preventing loneliness during the holiday season

The holiday season, often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness, can feel especially isolating for many older adults. But there are ways to stay connected.

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Traditions reign at Atlanta holiday concerts

Choral groups, jazz artists and classical musicians spread the sounds of the season.

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Your guide to a stress-free holiday season, starting with your porch

Atlanta experts share practical ways to get organized before the holiday rush hits.

Opinion and Voices

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GUEST COLUMN

If Georgia eliminates the income tax, there are costly tradeoffs to consider

With this complex issue, the state needs to proceed with caution and learn from what happens in states without an income tax.

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Students can get real world experience without skipping college

A Georgia professor brings hands on learning to the classroom to give students a head start in the workforce.

GUEST COLUMN

For Giving Tuesday, Georgians should continue legacy of supporting nonprofits

This campaign started Nov. 1 and runs through Dec. 2, and it offers every Georgian a simple, powerful way to contribute.

CHARLES SEABROOK

A tree hugger gives thanks for nature’s goodness

Georgia’s natural beauty inspires gratitude this Thanksgiving, and reminds us to protect its wild spaces.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene wants to leave ‘toxic’ politics behind. I’m skeptical.

MTG must build a record of redemption, which may take a long time and which may only be possible if she is willing to lose an election.

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Mike Luckovich: On time wake-up

AJC columnist Mike Luckovich gives his take on what has been keeping Marjorie Taylor Greene up at night.

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Mike Luckovich: Boxed in

AJC cartoonist Mike Luckovich gives his take on Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Wall."

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Lt. Gov. Burt Jones scores another victory over use of campaign cash

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones appears to have scored another victory over Attorney General Chris Carr as the Republican gubernatorial candidates battle over campaign finance issues.

OPINION

Marjorie Taylor Greene or Trump: Who gets MAGA in the divorce?

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s battles with the president test her base at home in Georgia's 14th Congressional District.

Ex-lawmaker, former Cobb school board member head to Georgia Senate runoff

Two Democrats are top voter getters, headed to runoff in Georgia Senate special election for metro Atlanta seat.

Metro Atlanta

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Mid-November heat wave could break metro Atlanta temperature records

Metro Atlanta temperatures are expected to reach near-record highs over the next few days, just a week after North Georgia froze over.

How Home Depot’s newest AI tool could give it an edge with pro contractors

The Vinings-based home improvement retailer said Wednesday it has launched a new tool that creates a complete materials list and quote for a single-family project.

A.M. ATL: Feeling charitable

Morning, y'all. Your Nov. 19 update: Lawmakers consider axing Georgia's income tax, charitable gifts and concerns, composting lessons and more.

Georgia

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Hyundai CEO: White House apologized for raid on Georgia battery factory

“President Trump didn’t want those workers to go back to Korea," José Muñoz says the White House told him about the raid that led to 317 South Koreans being repatriated.

Automaking is a technology race, and Georgia is ahead, Rivian CEO says

While other automakers hedge their bets amid headwinds facing the EV sector, Rivian's CEO said a long-term view will ultimately prevail.

George Olmstead, successful executive search firm founder, dies at 81

He wasn’t just a businessman, daughter says. Olmstead was a great dancer with a sharp wit.

Opinion

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OPINION

Mike Luckovich: On time wake-up

AJC columnist Mike Luckovich gives his take on what has been keeping Marjorie Taylor Greene up at night.

OPINION

For Giving Tuesday, Georgians should continue legacy of supporting nonprofits

Nonprofits have stepped up their work in the wake of cuts to food, health and jobs programs, and they need Georgians to donate generously to help keep the work going.

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Readers express their feelings about AI in Georgia politics and the EPA in America’s future.

Falcons

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Michael Penix’s season is over before Falcons know if he’s the answer

Michael Penix hasn’t proved over 12 starts that he can be a consistently good NFL starter, much less the franchise QB, and now he will have to recover from ACL surgery.

3 intriguing Falcons prop bets vs. the Saints

As the Atlanta Falcons face the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, here are "easy," "interesting" and "out there" prop bets to consider.

Falcons’ defense gets a boost from the return of linebacker Divine Deablo

The Falcons (3-7) will be seeking to snap a five-game losing streak when they face the Saints (2-8) at 4:25 p.m. Sunday at Caesars Superdome.

Bulldogs

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Third CFP rankings steady at top but controversial and unsettled thereafter

The top three teams in the CFP rankings remain the same as last week, but plenty of controversy and chaos follows as the rest of the field sorts itself out.

Georgia’s 5-year SEC regular season stretch makes case for dynasty talk

Georgia has just completed a five-year stretch of SEC regular-season finishes that measures up as arguably the best dating back to the league adding an 8-game schedule in 1992

Georgia in position to possibly earn first-round bye in latest CFP rankings

In the latest College Football Playoff rankings, the Georgia Bulldogs moved up to No. 4. In the bracket, Georgia would have a first-round bye.

Georgia Tech

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‘One of the great ones to ever play here’: Haynes King set for home finale

Georgia Tech’s star quarterback plays last game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday.

One of state’s leading receivers, Keyon Standifer brings energy to the field

While the Athens Academy star receiver isn’t known for his size, Keyon Standifer is fully capable to change a game with his explosiveness.

Georgia Tech unleashes double-double trouble

Hawks

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Good, bad, ugly: Hawks have to make stops, give themselves a chance

The Hawks' five-game win streak came to an end at the hands of the red-hot Pistons but the Hawks continue to show they're a resilient team.

Back to earth: Pistons ground Hawks, snap five-game win streak

Hawks’ role players producing results in early-season run without Trae Young

Over the last nine games, the Hawks (9-5) have put up a 7-2 record, coming off winning all four of their games on their most recent western road trip.

Braves

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Braves will play in 2026 Little League Classic

It’s the second straight year the Braves will have participated in one of MLB’s marquee events.

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After absence last season, Braves Fest returns to Truist Park in January

Braves Fest was not held in 2025 because of preparations for the All-Star Game, but the festival will return on Jan. 31, 2026.

Braves leave 4 players eligible for Rule 5 draft

Right-hander Blake Burkhalter, right-hander Ian Mejia, right-hander Elison Joseph and third baseman David McCabe are all eligible.

United

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Atlanta United has ideas to improve roster

As the trade window and free agency near, Chris Henderson was tight-lipped about the team's strategy but right fullback, goalkeeper and central defender could be targets.

MLS

Atlanta United declines option on Brooks Lennon

Lennon is one of five players whose contract options the Five Stripes didn’t pick up.

Atlanta United managerial finalists included one surprise

Atlanta United’s list of managerial finalists, culminated by the hiring of Gerardo Martino, included several other highly regarded managers.

High Schools

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Everything to know about the Class A Division I second-round playoff matchups

Playoff histories, predictions and more about this week’s 8 games in Class A Division I of the GHSA state football playoffs.

One of state’s leading receivers, Keyon Standifer brings energy to the field

While the Athens Academy star receiver isn’t known for his size, Keyon Standifer is fully capable to change a game with his explosiveness.

Everything to know about the Class 2A second-round playoff matchups

Check out the seedings, rankings and Maxwell’s predictions.

More Sports

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Atlanta awaits: Celebration Bowl picture comes into focus

The annual showcase pits the champions of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference in a spotlight game for HBCU football.

KEN SUGIURA

3-pointer: ACC’s risky schedule format, UGA’s potential bye, a Falcons bright spot

ACC’s future 9-game format could cause title confusion, and Georgia’s potential CFP bye might hurt more than help. Meanwhile, Falcons rookie Cobee Bryant impresses in debut.

The Win Column: Please rank Atlanta’s sports teams

Food & Dining

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RECIPE

Tangy mojo pork recipe offers respite from traditional fall flavors

Thanksgiving and the holiday season can be an onslaught of butter, sage and pumpkin pie spice. Give your tastebuds a break with this simple, citrus-forward pork recipe.

RECIPE

The Hill’s pan-seared pork chop recipe is ‘flavorful and comforting’

The seared porkchop at the Hill restaurant in Serenbe is more complex and flavorful, but not so complicated that the recipe can't be recreated in a home kitchen.

Lauded pastry chef’s dessert and cocktail bar opens Thurs. in El Ponce basement

Atlanta pastry chef Claudia Martinez opens Bar Ana, a late-night dessert and cocktail bar, in the basement of El Ponce.

UATL

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FROM UATL

‘It’s UATL’ podcast: ‘Dance Moms’ star Nia Sioux talks new memoir

“It’s UATL” hosts Najja Parker and DeAsia Paige talk with Nia Sioux about being one of the few Black faces in the dance studio and her new book.

FROM UATL

Food Network’s Kardea Brown brings new cookbook to Atlanta History Center

Emmy-winning television personality and cookbook author Kardea Brown hosts a book release for "Make Do With What You Have" at Atlanta History Center on Thursday, Nov. 20.

FROM UATL

Jesse Jackson hospitalized as he battles longstanding neurological illness

Jesse Jackson, 84, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with deep ties to Atlanta’s civil rights community, is under observation for progressive supranuclear palsy.

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Pruning hydrangeas is not one size fits all

Whether blue, white or another color, check what kind of hydrangea you have before pruning.

Traditions reign at Atlanta holiday concerts

Take in some of the performances from choral groups, jazz artists and classical musicians this holiday season in Atlanta.

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Lifestyle

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Your guide to a stress-free holiday season, starting with your porch

Get ahead of the holiday rush with expert tips on decorating safely, budgeting wisely and organizing your home for a smooth, stress-free season.

Atlanta area home prices fell in October with steep declines in some places

Metro Atlanta's median sales prices dropped in October as more inventory is on the market.

RECIPE

Buttermilk makes pecan pie less sweet but just as delicious

Georgia pecans shine in lightly sweetened custard filling.

Entertainment

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Donor leaves WABE $3 million, largest individual gift in station’s history

An Atlanta resident has bequeathed WABE a $3 million donation, the largest one-time individual donation in the nonprofit media operation’s 76-year history.

Atlantans give Memphis love in new ALLBLK drama ‘G.R.I.T.S.’

ALLBLK, a streaming service targeting African-American audiences, has debuted a new gritty drama "G.R.I.T.S." featuring Atlanta actress Jasmine Sargent.

Like surprises? Local theaters try ‘mystery movie’ nights for a discount

Surprise! Local movie theaters trying mystery movie nights where you enter the theater not knowing what movie you're going to see.

Travel

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Pirate museum a new addition to Savannah’s maritime attractions

Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum is the newest attraction in a city filled with history to experience in its museums, dining and even accommodations.

5 unique Southeastern museums to scratch your culture itch

Dedicated to a singular subject offers deep dives on an artist, a sports figure, a pop culture icon and more.

This Southern Living ‘Best Fall Getaway’ is less than 3 hours from Atlanta

This North Carolina plateau has a lot on offer.

Wellness

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Compost Connectors bring garden education to schools around metro Atlanta

A recent $300,000 donation from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation will help Compost Connectors keep even more food out of Georgia landfills.

Preventing loneliness during the holiday season

The holiday season, often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness, can feel especially isolating for many older adults. But there are ways to stay connected.

Your guide to a stress-free holiday season, starting with your porch

Get ahead of the holiday rush with expert tips on decorating safely, budgeting wisely and organizing your home for a smooth, stress-free season.

Special Features

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Photos: McEachern flag football defeats Marietta

McEachern flag football defeats Marietta 14-6 on Nov. 17, 2025.

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PHOTOS: Panthers defeat Falcons in overtime

In a key battle in the NFC South Division, the Carolina Panthers rallied to defeat the Atlanta Falcons Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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PHOTOS: Kennesaw State falls to South Florida in men's basketball

Kennesaw State's men's basketball team fell to South Florida on Sunday. At halftime, both schools honored former coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, who passed away in October of 2024.