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In legal twist, deputy convicted in jail death case after civil suit failed

Former Fulton County Sheriff’s Office deputy Arron Cook pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and violation of oath charges this week in the 2018 death of Antonio May.

Is Atlanta ready for the World Cup? That depends on who you ask

With the FIFA World Cup weeks away, Atlanta officials say the city is ready for the influx of visitors and the global spotlight. But not everyone seems so sure.

At $2.50, MARTA fare is one of the best deals to get to FIFA World Cup games

While New Jersey will charge transit riders $150 for a roundtrip fare during World Cup games, MARTA fares will remain $2.50 one way.

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Zachary Perry, parliamentarian for NPU-V counts votes to recommend against a City of Atlanta change that would allow a data center to be built in Adair Park on Monday, April 13, 2026. (Ben Gray for the AJC)
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City Council must uphold commitment to data center ban in Atlanta

Aerial view of Buckhead skyline

Texas law firm poaches real estate group to open Atlanta office

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The impact of the Iran war on gas prices in metro Atlanta

Current and former Atlanta Mayors gather at Big Bethel AME Church to push to protect DEI initiatives in the City of Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta quietly joins fight against the Trump administration’s anti-DEI push

Tianah Robinson’s father touches her casket as it leaves Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta following a celebration of life Saturday, April 18, 2026. Robinson was the 16-year-old who was killed during a shooting at Piedmont Park on following 404 Day celebrations. (Ben Gray for the AJC)
GUEST COLUMN

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NFL players health-health screening

Former NFL players face their health head-on at Atlanta event

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Meet the controversial former mayor seeking a seat on the Fulton Commission

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6 vaccines older adults should discuss with their doctor

Atlanta Is Full
DAVID PLAZAS

Atlanta’s not done growing. But to many residents, it sure feels full.

Interstate checkpoint ruse
AJC CONTRIBUTOR

It’s time for schools to have ‘the talk’ with students about police stops