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12 Georgia inmates face murder charges after January prison fight killed 4

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Georgia issues initial drought declaration to encourage water conservation

Georgia declares ‘Level 1′ drought, urges conservation. Here’s what to know.

Ex-Alabama tackle pleads guilty in $20M NFL player impersonation case

Voting early in the Georgia primaries? Here’s what to know.

U.S. House District 4: Johnson seeks 11th Term in DeKalb County

Insanity defense tested in fatal Midtown shooting trial

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Legendary Georgia player replaces legendary Georgia coach at Hebron

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Southern Co. exec: A career doesn’t always follow a straight line

Bentina Terry transitioned from a career as a lawyer to become an executive at Southern Company.

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These are the four skills you need to be a leader, says a top Atlanta exec

Southern Co. executive Bentina Terry said there are certain skills she looks for in leaders.

Georgia’s 2026 races keep coming back to Trump

Early voting begins Monday in Georgia's May primaries. Although he's not on the ballot this year, President Donald Trump is still the most powerful force in politics here.

Mysterious ‘Santa Is Watching You’ signs pop up across Atlanta

Frame-by-frame: The exclusive footage of the Georgia Guidestones explosion

The 'busiest airport' title: Who’s challenging Atlanta?

Atlanta’s World Cup 2026 is coming: Learning soccer from scratch

JD Vance defends Trump’s Iran policy, pushes back on Pope Leo remarks during UGA visit

Why the Georgia Guidestones still raise questions

Spaghetti Junction was built to fix Atlanta traffic. So, why is it still a nightmare?

Clock stops on effort for Georgia to ditch daylight saving time

Georgia’s 2026 races keep coming back to Trump

Early voting begins Monday in Georgia's May primaries. Although he's not on the ballot this year, President Donald Trump is still the most powerful force in politics here.

What are peptides? Georgia doctors explain the benefits, risks and hype.

From anti-aging skin care to weight-loss treatments, peptides have quickly moved into the spotlight. Two Georgia doctors weigh in on their benefits and risks.

Georgia wildfires burn on despite rain, ongoing containment efforts

In South Georgia, rain over the weekend barely put a dent in the ongoing drought feeding the fires there, officials said.

Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan team up for rare concert at UGA’s Sanford Stadium

Georgia natives Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan headlined just the second concert in the stadium’s nearly 100-year history.

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First-year program ends North Oconee’s 6-year gymnastics state championship run

With an overwhelming performance from sophomore Gabriella Perez, the Titans took the Class 4A-A title Friday night at Buford and ended North Oconee’s six-year reign.

In Georgia’s burning Brantley County, family loses two homes, saves another

As wildfires continue to scorch the dry lands of southeast Georgia, some families see their homes destroyed while shifting winds spare others.

Gov. Kemp: South Georgia wildfires are ‘most dangerous, biggest’ in U.S.

Gov. Brian Kemp said Friday twin uncontained fires in South Georgia had destroyed more than 120 homes and that this weekend's weather isn't expected to provide relief.

Stills from "ICE Sweeps Georgia" Peabody Win

Peabody Awards recognizes the AJC’s ‘ICE Sweeps Georgia’ video series

The AJC’s “ICE Sweeps Georgia” social video series was a unanimous selection of Peabody jurors in the Interactive & Immersive category.

Atlanta apartment building with a famous peach sculpture foreclosed

The 68-unit apartment tower, which is best known for its metal peach sculpture and high-profile highway billboard, was seized by its lender Fannie Mae earlier in April.

U.S. House District 13: A suddenly wide-open race in metro Atlanta

U.S. Rep. David Scott had been running for a 13th term. But his death on April 22 has created another open congressional seat in Georgia.