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Wind advisory in effect for metro Atlanta on frigid Sunday

Gusts of up to 40 mph are expected across North Georgia and central Georgia, the National Weather Service says.

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OPINION

Gridlock Guy: Marietta dad touts driver safety after Auburn star’s fatal crash

The Lutzie 43 Foundation reaches Georgia students with lessons on sober, focused driving inspired by Auburn standout Philip Lutzenkirchen’s fatal crash.

Former Judge Christina Peterson gets emotional during a news conference at the law office of Arrington & Phillips in Atlanta on June 21, 2024. (Ziyu Julian Zhu for the AJC)

Ex-judge found not guilty in brawl outside Buckhead club

Christina Peterson, who represented herself during the trial, had been arrested in June 2024 and was accused of willful obstruction of law enforcement officers, a misdemeanor.

Georgia News
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AJC HER+STORY

Here are some Atlanta leaders you should know this Women’s History Month

Take a moment this Women’s History Month to check out our collection of AJC Her+Story profiles and stories about some of the leading women across metro Atlanta.

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Apalachee trial: What to expect as the case against Colin Gray nears close

A look ahead at what looks to be final week of the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the boy accused of killing four in the Apalachee High School shooting in 2024.

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Family of Savannah teacher killed in ICE-involved crash grapples with grief

Family of Linda Davis remembers the nurturing spirit of the Georgia teacher who died in a car accident with a man who faced deportation and was fleeing immigration agents.

Crime & Public Safety
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Apalachee trial: What to expect as the case against Colin Gray nears close

A look ahead at what looks to be final week of the trial of Colin Gray, the father of the boy accused of killing four in the Apalachee High School shooting in 2024.

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Family of Savannah teacher killed in ICE-involved crash grapples with grief

Family of Linda Davis remembers the nurturing spirit of the Georgia teacher who died in a car accident with a man who faced deportation and was fleeing immigration agents.

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Athens man charged with rape and kidnapping of UGA student

Police arrested a 19-year-old man in Athens on Saturday and charged him with kidnapping, aggravated sexual battery, battery and rape of a University of Georgia student.

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'I could have done more': Father of Apalachee shooting suspect gets emotional in court

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FCC approves landmark merger between Cox Communications and Charter

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Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic retires, search continues for successor

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Atlanta’s NCR split itself in two. One half is now being bought for $6.6B.

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OBITUARY

Jon Oscher, philanthropist and entrepreneur, dies at 93

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AJC INTERVIEW

Eva Marcille, out with a new film, credits Atlanta, ‘Top Model’ for success

Airport unveils centennial history exhibit

A reason to skip Plane Train: Atlanta airport history enshrined in new exhibit

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AJC HER+STORY

Newell Brands exec has made imprint on Sharpies, strollers and shampoo

Mother of Apalachee High School suspected shooter testifies

Apalachee shooting suspect’s dad expected to take the stand in his trial

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Netflix backs out of bid to acquire CNN-parent Warner Bros. Discovery

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Clayton County is coming after Atlanta airport’s property tax break