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Hack of Aflac potentially affected more than 22 million people, company says

Aflac says a June cyberattack may have exposed personal data of 22.6M people, including Social Security numbers and health info. Free credit monitoring has been offered.

Planned execution of convicted Cobb murderer on hold for now

Execution warrant for Stacey Ian Humphreys expires as parties await decision over potential conflicts on clemency board.

2 arrested after nearly 40 dogs found dead, starving at Gwinnett home, police say

Investigators said they discovered 13 plastic bags with dead dogs in refrigerators at a Gwinnett County residence, leading to the arrests of two women.

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Current Graphic Packaging CEO Michael Doss (left) has held the role since 2016. Robbert Rietbroek was named as his replacement, effective Jan. 1. (File; Courtesy of Graphic Packaging)

Georgia Fortune 500 firm is ousting its CEO. Some investors want him to stay.

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Atlanta law firm founder disbarred for abandoning clients

Kennesaw councilman quits over Wildman’s permit renewal

Judge orders Wildman’s store manager to explain $835K stock sale

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Author Tayari Jones reveals why Christmas at full tilt affirms a life in bloom

Parkwood Lights
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Holiday mystery solved: How orbs of light hover above Decatur neighborhood

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

3 escaped DeKalb inmates took Lyft ride to Florida, officials say

Powerball Jackpot

Georgia lottery player wins $1M as Powerball jackpot grows to $1.7B

Ciara food insecurity donation

Ciara and Russell Wilson help feed Atlanta families with $500K donation

I-285 crash

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