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I-285 crash

2 hurt in tractor-trailer crash that closed I-285 for hours in DeKalb

Two people were hurt in a crash involving two tractor-trailers in DeKalb County early Tuesday, officials said.

DeKalb Escapees

Convicted killer, murder suspect among 3 inmates who escaped DeKalb jail

Local law enforcement agencies were alerted to the escape, and the U.S. Marshals Service is also involved in the search for the 3 DeKalb County inmates.

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What you could buy if you win tonight’s $1.6 billion Powerball drawing

With the Powerball jackpot reaching $1.6 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing, there are many ways a lucky winner could spend that seemingly endless cash.

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Rural hospitals prepare for overhaul

Georgia requests $1.4B to transform rural health care

The Kemp administration is applying for a one-time federal grant to be awarded by New Year's Eve to fund the GREAT Health program.

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution print

Newspaper to digital: How to keep reading the AJC without interruption

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will end its printed edition in 2025. Here's how to keep reading the AJC without interruption.

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Military bases throughout Georgia will receive funds for facilities, new entrances and even a school. (Adam Van Brimmer/AJC)

What’s in the defense bill for Georgia?

The National Defense Authorization Act includes millions of dollars for projects at military bases and installations throughout Georgia.

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Crime & Public Safety
Trump

End of Trump case caps dramatic year in Georgia courts

An action-packed 2025 in Georgia courts saw President Donald Trump freed from criminal charges and television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley released from federal prison.

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AAA forecasts

Metro Atlanta’s worst times, days for traffic this holiday season

If you must travel on one of the busy days, consider leaving outside peak traffic hours.

A vehicle rear-ended a MARTA bus in DeKalb County early Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. The vehicle's driver died, officials said. (AJC 2024)

Woman killed after vehicle rear-ends MARTA bus in DeKalb

A woman is dead after a vehicle rear-ended a stopped MARTA bus in DeKalb County early Wednesday, officials said.

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DeKalb County Sheriff's Office press conference Dec. 23, 2025

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