Dennis Perry freed after 20 years in prison
A Georgia man left prison on a signature bond after winning a bid for a new trial in a 1985 Georgia church murder in which he has always said he was innocent. Dennis Perry's conviction 20 years ago was overturned after DNA linked another man to the crime scene.

Southern accents are fading across the South. Here's why.
When you think of the South and Georgia, you inevitably think about that Georgia Southern drawl. But is it less common now? Credits: AJC | Reddit

Southern hospitality has a dark past. Here’s how it rebranded itself.
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Collins takes aim at Ossoff in GOP runoff victory speech
Rep. Mike Collins clinched the GOP Senate runoff, using his victory speech to contrast his business background with Democratic rival Sen. Jon Ossoff. Credit: AP

What the World Cup means for Black culture in Atlanta
Atlanta's soccer culture blends Black identity, fashion and creativity, making the city a perfect stage for the World Cup.



