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GRIDLOCK GUY

Making the case for traffic experts during Atlanta road jams

As artificial intelligence expands and broadcasters cut budgets, Atlanta traffic provides constant reminders of why human experts matter.

Delta flight returns to Atlanta, passengers evacuated after fumes reported in cockpit

More than 200 passengers and crew evacuate a Delta plane using slides in Atlanta after fumes were reported in the cockpit Saturday, officials say.

Arrest made after missing Cobb child’s body found in woods near apartments

A man was charged Saturday for concealing the death of a 2-year-old whose body was found in a wooded area near a Marietta apartment complex, police say.

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Stockbridge Mayor Jayden Williams hugs a supporter during a break in a City Council work session in Stockbridge on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Stockbridge council initiates process that could lead to mayor’s removal

Jayden Williams faces allegations he spent more than $4,000 in city money on donations and purchases at restaurants, stores and elsewhere.

Justice for Jamarion Robinson press conference

Judge dismisses case against officers charged in man’s 2016 death in Fulton

Jamarion Robinson was fatally shot during an attempted arrest in East Point. A judge recently dismissed the case against two officers charged in the incident.

HHS Secretary Kennedy attends CDC event for anniversary of Atlanta shooting

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. marked the one-year anniversary of a shooting that locked down the CDC for hours and killed a police officer.

Apalachee High School shooter’s father seeks new trial in his novel case

Colin Gray, father of the Apalachee High School shooter, is seeking a new trial after being found guilty of second-degree murder and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Next round of I-285 closures planned this weekend

Interstate will close in both directions from Paces Ferry Road to South Atlanta Road, but detours will be in place.

Amazon delivery drones are coming to metro Atlanta

The drones will embark from an Amazon fulfillment center in Stone Mountain. Delivery area includes parts of Redan, Lilburn, Snellville, Tucker and Lithonia.

Hennessy Lexus of Atlanta photographed on Thursday, July 30, 2026. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

THE STEERING COLUMN

Atlanta’s Hennessy dealers sold for $1.3B. It’s part of a car-buying sea change.

Car dealers have long been local businesses deeply embedded in their communities. But consolidation is happening in this dynamic industry.

New leader named for Atlanta office of technology consulting giant Accenture

Winnifer Thomas-Cox succeeds Chloe Barzey, who is retiring after more than six years in the role.

Rivian designed an urban playground for its Atlanta employees. Take a look.

Rivian’s solution is to imbue the office with a sense of adventure.

A.M. ATL: All aboard the kid hack

Morning, y'all. In your Aug. 7 update: the "coolest" electric bus, DeKalb DA Sherry Boston's fight against a county judge, Brian Kemp and Rick Jackson's united front and more.