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Republican John King raises $520K for Senate bid in Georgia

So far, King is in a two-way GOP battle for the Republican nomination against U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, but the field could soon grow.

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A husband, a nanny and an unsolved killing: Cracking Georgia’s cold cases

Cold case investigators in Georgia are using new technologies as they work to solve decades-old crimes.

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Federal government slashes office leases across Georgia

The federal government’s cost-cutting campaign has resulted in 11 canceled office leases in Georgia so far this year, the sixth most of any state, new data show.

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The new airport chief wants you to have to spend less time at the airport

“I think we still have to make the case that it is the most efficient terminal in the world,” Ricky Smith told the AJC's editorial board.

From Congress to Clingstones: Brian Jack calls plays in DC and Columbus

Georgia U.S. Rep. Brian Jack trades politics for baseball as a color commentator for new Braves AA team in Columbus.

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What Remains: The power of Black family reunions

Once informal gatherings that started after the end of slavery which tore families apart, Black family reunions have evolved into intentional rituals of remembrance.

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Ossoff attempts to tap into angst over Trump, ‘Big, Beautiful’ law at rally

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff attacks President Trump and the Republican agenda, particularly the recently passed tax and spending bill, in a reelection campaign rally in Savannah

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Georgia football lands back-to-back commitments from top in-state prospects

Tight end Kaiden Prothro and athlete Tyriq Green commit to UGA football, which is second in the 2026 247Sports Composite team rankings behind USC.

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Brock Bowers makes history in ESPN survey of top NFL personnel

Bowers, who proved the most impactful rookie tight end in NFL history last season, was ranked as the best player at his position according to an ESPN survey.

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The untold story of Amy Carter’s White House nanny, Mary Prince

Mary Prince met President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter 54 years ago as a wrongly convicted murderer. She talks about becoming a beloved nanny, caregiver and member of the family.

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Georgia had third-highest SNAP payment error rate in country in 2024

The state’s error rate during fiscal 2024 was exceeded by only Alaska and the District of Columbia

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Georgia’s First Liberty Building & Loan hit with lawsuits after collapse

Legal troubles are swirling around First Liberty Building & Loan and related firms since the company ceased all business operations in late June.

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Tyson Foods subsidiary faces federal fine for deadly Georgia explosion

An explosion inside the boiler room at the chicken plant in Camilla seriously injured two workers and killed a woman outside of the plant last December.

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Sweet Tea: What would you do for your dog?

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UPS relocates 500 employees to vacate office near Sandy Springs HQ

UPS vacated 133,000 square feet of office space in Sandy Springs at 35 Glenlake Parkway NE.

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She was an All-American at UGA. Now, she’s carving her path in pro baseball.

Alex Hugo was a dominant force on the softball field for UGA, now she's making a name for herself in the baseball world.

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SEC accuses GOP-linked Georgia lender of $140M Ponzi scheme

Federal regulators filed a complaint Thursday seeking the seizure of Georgia lender First Liberty Building & Loan, accusing its founder of operating a Ponzi scheme.

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SNAP cuts could mean fewer free meals for Georgia students

President Donald Trump's massive tax and spending bill could mean Georgia students receive fewer meals during the school year.

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Republican attorney general candidates closely matched in fundraising

Republican state Sen. Bill Cowsert of Athens raised about $530,000 in contributions for his campaign. Republican state Brian Strickland of McDonough reported about $435,000.