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George Mathis has worked in the AJC newsroom since 1999 in a variety of roles including editing local news, blogger and columnist.
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She wanted to get away from her ex. Police say he then shot her outside work.
Georgia woman, 21, was killed by the ex-boyfriend she was trying to leave, her family says.
1h agoMetro Atlanta’s smelly drinking water means fall is in the air
It’s safe to drink, but a seasonal change in Lake Lanier each fall means most of the metro’s water tastes like dirt and mold.
2h ago900,000 turn out on Election Day across Georgia
Georgia Public Service Commission seats are on the on the ballot for first time since 2020. Atlanta mayor, local government and school board seats are also up for grabs.
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‘Landslide’ PSC sweep jolts Georgia Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms
Georgia Democrats put Republicans 'on notice' ahead of 2026 midterms with Public Service Commission wins.
Atlanta traffic patterns are changing, report says. How it impacts your drive.
A recent study from Texas A&M University backs up what we're all seeing: Roads are clogged all day long, and by some metrics, traffic is busier than in 2019.
Mrs. America isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty
From beauty queen to cricket farmer to grief coach, Buford resident Paige Ewing keeps it real. She is the 2025 Mrs. America, and in January she will compete for Mrs. World.