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Worried about World Cup traffic? Planning, technology should help ease jams.

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Feds seek Atlanta judge’s recusal amid sex affair inquiry

Woman fatally stabbed on MARTA train, person arrested

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Another stormy weekend, but drier days are on the way

The Atlanta airport’s shiny new parking deck is ‘just Phase 1’

DeKalb County hires recruiter to bring students back to public schools

As Atlanta expands AP classes, more students earn college credit

Atlanta school board members seem skeptical of mayor’s tax extension plan

Hank Aaron memorabilia going back to Braves, ending fight with former staffers

The home plate and bases from Hank Aaron’s historic 715th home run are being returned to the Atlanta Braves in a deal that ends a legal battle.

Decatur school board agrees to third-party investigation of district

The move comes after an increasing public push for answers and transparency from City Schools of Decatur.

Portman continues suburban development push with Gwinnett mixed-use proposal

Portman, an Atlanta developer known for molding the city’s skyline, is venturing into the metro’s suburbs for its latest project.

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I-285 weekend closure sends traffic detouring through Atlanta

THE STEERING COLUMN

Tires are your car’s most important safety feature

Few automotive experiences are more disappointing than a flat tire in a parking lot. Tires seem to go flat only when it’s rainy or cold.

Atlanta police investigate sex affair involving judge and high-ranking officer

Atlanta police are investigating whether a high-ranking officer had an affair with a federal judge involving courthouse sex.

Peachtree with a Purpose supports track club’s charity efforts year-round

Attention surrounding the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race goes a long way toward helping support the Atlanta Track Club and its charitable efforts.

Three new measles cases in metro Atlanta confirmed by state

Officials with the Georgia Department of Public Health say the family traveled internationally and was unvaccinated.

Regulators accept Norfolk Southern rail merger application — with a catch

The Surface Transportation Board said it won't move forward with the process until the railroads send further information.

FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Marlo Graham, right, and FBI Atlanta Assistant Special Agent in Charge Shawn Matthews, left, address the media at a press conference Thursday about the FBI’s safety plans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Atlanta. They displayed drones and other security gear and technology they might use during the six-week event. (Akili-Casundria Ramsess for the AJC)

World Cup a ‘no-drone zone’ around Mercedes-Benz Stadium, FBI warns

The FBI offered the first glimpse Thursday into how feds plan to keep fans, players and visitors safe when the World Cup comes to Atlanta.

Christopher L. Augostini named Emory president

Emory names longtime administrator as new president

Emory University announced that chief operating officer Christopher L. Augostini will be its next president, starting in the role in September.

Waymo resumes robotaxi service in Atlanta after flash flood pause

Waymo suspended rideshare services in Atlanta after flash flooding on May 20.

Interim DA takes over in Statesboro area after predecessor’s sudden death

Jillian Gibson is taking over as the acting district attorney in the Ogeechee Judicial District after the elected official overseeing the office died late last week.

Apalachee shooting suspect’s trial moving out of Barrow County

The murder trial of Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray will be moved out of Barrow County and could take place this fall near Augusta, a judge said Thursday.