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Tom Cousins, who reshaped Atlanta's skyline and brought pro basketball and hockey to the city, dies at 93. He was also a legendary philanthropist and political influencer.

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MLB All-Star Game

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The Battery is an owner’s dream, but new life is emerging where Braves left

The Battery Atlanta around Truist Park is the envy of MLB owners, The Wall Street Journal gushed. The area around Turner Field was never like that, but it's starting to grow.

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In agreement with Manfred on All-Star Week: ‘An extraordinary success’

MLB commissioner calls Braves ‘an exceptional host Club.’

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Braves Report: Difficult decisions

Now that the All-Star Game is behind us, what's ahead for the Braves?

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: Who will win the 2025 ACC football championship?

The annual ACC Football Kickoff is underway. By the end of the week, media members will vote on who they think will win the conference championship in the coming season.

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Check out all of the AJC’s Falcons preseason position previews

Atlanta Falcons beat writer D. Orlando Ledbetter breaks down the Atlanta Falcons before they report to training camp July 23 for their first practice July 24.

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Braves trade for Rockies reliever and designate Enyel De Los Santos

Minor leaguer Austin Smith sent to Colorado.

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Braves Report: Déjà vu all over again

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Braves call up Jarred Kelenic to take Ronald Acuña Jr.’s roster spot

With Acuña placed on the 10-day injured list with an inflamed Achilles on Wednesday, the team called up outfielder Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Gwinnett to take his place.

Georgia Bulldogs

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Here’s what Georgia football needs to do to have a successful preseason camp

The Bulldogs begin preseason practice with a new QB leader, 10 transfers and a young roster, all aiming to bounce back from last year’s playoff loss.

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Zachariah Branch will need to be more than special-teams star to help Georgia

Branch was voted first-team All-SEC as a return specialist and an All-Purpose player.

10 Georgia football players we’ll talk about most in preseason camp

Players who can stand up to the grueling August heat should position themselves to have strong seasons.

Atlanta Falcons

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Falcons front office facing contractual issues, plus other odds and ends

Don't expect contract updates from Falcons GM Terry Fontenot; Jalon Walker could move to linebacker; team confident in Ryan Neuzil at center; and more Falcons talk.

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Here are some early standouts at Falcons training camp

Pearce, Pitts, Orhorhoro and a couple of others are making their presence known in Flower Branch.

Falcons’ Divine Deablo takes lead at open linebacker spot

Deablo, who signed a $7.7 million deal with the Falcons in free agency after playing four seasons with Raiders, will have to beat out Troy Andersen for a spot on the roster.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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Georgia Tech picked to finish fourth in ACC

The ACC preseason poll puts the Yellow Jackets behind Clemson, Miami and Southern Methodist in the 17-team league.

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Brent Key sends well-wishes to Deion Sanders

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key sends well-wishes to Colorado coach Deion Sanders after Sanders talked about undergoing successful cancer surgery.

Georgia Tech opens preseason with afternoon practice

Yellow Jackets coach Brent Key outlines his team-building strategy.

Atlanta United FC

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Leagues Cup gives Atlanta United a chance to win a trophy

Atlanta United gets a chance to win a trophy in Leagues Cup, starting with playing Necaxa on Wednesday night.

Atlanta United buys out Luis Abram’s contract

Atlanta United’s frustrations mount after another draw

A missed challenge leading to a 3-on-1, ill-advised pressing and another second-half drop in energy are among the culprits named in Atlanta United's fourth tie in five matches

Atlanta Hawks

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The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the first-team selections

Trae Young, Joe Johnson and more Hawks players have earned first-team nods.

The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the second-team selections

A look at the five players The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has named to the All-Hawks 25-year second team.

The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the third-team selections

Many of the players have had extensive NBA careers and even won championships with other teams, but their contributions to the Hawks over the past quarter century stood out.

High Schools

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Georgia high school football scrimmages begin Friday. Here’s the schedule.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is the only source for statewide scrimmage games, as the GHSA does not compile a schedule for them.

Young Cobb football standout begins road to recovery after devastating crash

The 6-foot, 230-pound seventh grader faces a daunting task after being hit by van near his home in June.

4-star UGA football legacy set to choose between Georgia Tech and Bulldogs

Clarke Central’s Anthony Lonon Jr., a UGA legacy, will choose between the Georgia Bulldogs and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets this week.

State Report

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Home-state favorite Chase Elliott passes Brad Keselowski on final lap to win NASCAR Atlanta race

PHOTOS: Quaker State 400 key race in NASCAR season

The Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart was held Saturday at EchoPark Speedway.

Andruw Jones on Atlanta in MLB Speedway Classic: ‘You can call it Braves Country’

Anticipation is beginning to build around MLB’s Speedway Classic, and for Braves fans, that means another day closer to watching their favorite team play in a unique location.

PHOTOS: Georgia Tech holds first day of practice

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Georgia Tech running back Trelain Maddox (2) participates in a drill during the first day of football practice at Rose Bowl Field and the Mary and John Brock Football Practice Facility, Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the first-team selections

Trae Young, Joe Johnson and more Hawks players have earned first-team nods.

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Falcons rookie Jalon Walker falling behind after missing second practice in a row

The former Georgia Bulldog missed two practices in a row as the Atlanta Falcons ramp up intensity in Flowery Branch.

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Falcons not sure if receiver Darnell Mooney will be ready for season opener

The Falcons need to be near full strength for the opener. They’re hosting the reigning NFC South champion Buccaneers, who revamped an ailing defense over the offseason.

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Leagues Cup gives Atlanta United a chance to win a trophy

Atlanta United gets a chance to win a trophy in Leagues Cup, starting with playing Necaxa on Wednesday night.

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With trade deadline looming, Ozuna smashes potential farewell home run

In the throes of a two-month slump and reduced to playing sporadically, the designated hitter helped the Braves end their five-game losing streak Monday night.

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Pitching-thin Braves patch rotation with another trade

The Braves have acquired Carlos Carrasco from the New York Yankees, as their five-man pitching rotation to start the season is on the injured list.

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Five things we learned from the Falcons’ first practices at training camp

Here are five things we learned from the first three practices in shorts and shirts:

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After Acuña’s injury, how much worse can things get for the Braves?

Braves trade for Rockies reliever and designate Enyel De Los Santos

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Tom Cousins, an original owner of the Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Flames, dies

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In agreement with Manfred on All-Star Week: ‘An extraordinary success’

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Vote: Who will win the 2025 ACC football championship?

Check out all of the AJC’s Falcons preseason position previews

Braves trade for Rockies reliever and designate Enyel De Los Santos

Braves Report: Déjà vu all over again

Braves call up Jarred Kelenic to take Ronald Acuña Jr.’s roster spot

Here’s what Georgia football needs to do to have a successful preseason camp

Zachariah Branch will need to be more than special-teams star to help Georgia

10 Georgia football players we’ll talk about most in preseason camp

Falcons front office facing contractual issues, plus other odds and ends

Here are some early standouts at Falcons training camp

Falcons’ Divine Deablo takes lead at open linebacker spot

Georgia Tech picked to finish fourth in ACC

Brent Key sends well-wishes to Deion Sanders

Georgia Tech opens preseason with afternoon practice

Leagues Cup gives Atlanta United a chance to win a trophy

Atlanta United buys out Luis Abram’s contract

Atlanta United’s frustrations mount after another draw

The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the first-team selections

The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the second-team selections

The AJC’s Hawks quarter-century team: A look at the third-team selections

Georgia high school football scrimmages begin Friday. Here’s the schedule.

Young Cobb football standout begins road to recovery after devastating crash

4-star UGA football legacy set to choose between Georgia Tech and Bulldogs

Home-state favorite Chase Elliott passes Brad Keselowski on final lap to win NASCAR Atlanta race

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Leagues Cup gives Atlanta United a chance to win a trophy

With trade deadline looming, Ozuna smashes potential farewell home run

Pitching-thin Braves patch rotation with another trade

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Deion Sanders says he had bladder cancer but plans to coach Colorado this season

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