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Man locked up for 23 years despite evidence proving his innocence, lawsuit says

Although investigators had reason to believe Sandeep “Sonny” Bharadia wasn’t involved in the crime, they pushed forward with a case against him anyway, a lawsuit says.

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More than 100,000 travelers expected to fly out of Atlanta airport Sunday

TSA had projected that the Sunday after Thanksgiving would be the busiest holiday day for security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

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Gridlock Guy: Too much ‘holiday cheer’ can shatter silent night on the road

Sobriety, alertness, protection are tenets for a safe drive, as traffic volume increases late in the year.

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‘The only thing that changes is how we deliver it’

As the AJC nears the end of its print chapter, some of the reporters, editors and photographers who make the AJC reflect on their “big break" moments.

Earth needs more energy. Atlanta’s Super Soaker creator may have a solution.

The legendary inventor of the Super Soaker, Lonnie Johnson, is refining technology in Atlanta that he thinks could help the planet reduce energy waste.

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Shoppers flock to Atlanta Beltline Marketplace for Small Business Saturday

Shoppers at Atlanta Beltline Marketplace participate in Small Business Saturday, an annual event created in 2010 by American Express to encourage shopping local.

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Teen, 17, fatally shot while shopping at SW Atlanta complex, police say

A 17-year-old was gunned down Saturday while shopping at a southwest Atlanta complex, police said.

Hiram officer loses home to fire on Thanksgiving Day

A metro Atlanta police officer’s home went up in flames on the morning of Thanksgiving Day. No residents or firefighters were injured, according to Paulding Fire Rescue.

Amid immigration crackdown, a Buford Highway youth orchestra brings refuge

A retired music teacher has created a youth orchestra for kids living in one of Atlanta’s biggest immigrant corridors, and her efforts will be featured on PBS this month.

McDonough elects first mayor from historic Blacksville neighborhood

Kam Varner has roots in Blacksville, a neighborhood established by formerly enslaved people after the Civil War.

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Delta expects ‘limited’ impact from required Airbus modification

The manufacturer requested immediate modifications to thousands of planes globally after a JetBlue incident.

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Man arrested in fatal stabbing at Vivide nightclub

Separate stabbings that left two men dead sent Atlanta police flying across the city in the early morning hours Wednesday.

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Thanksgiving travel will clog metro Atlanta interstates again Sunday

Experts say more than 2 million motorists will hit Georgia roads for Thanksgiving.

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OPINION

December car sales are good but not magic

Is December really the best time to buy a new car? Conventional wisdom says yes, but reality is more complicated.

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Metro Atlanta retailers hopeful for strong holiday season after chaotic year

Some independent retailers in metro Atlanta are entering this holiday season feeling battered by what they call a chaotic year.

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The most wonderful time of the year: 6 ways to ring in December

Whether you want to find a way to give back, enjoy some timely music or spend some time with the family, there’s no shortage of festivities to fill up your calendar.

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This metro Atlanta couple spearheaded a change in football helmets

Erin and Lee Hanson are the founders behind Guardian Sports, the company that makes the Guardian Caps worn by college football and NFL players.

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Two reasons to be thankful. An unusual organ transplant story.

One family's decisions led to one of the most unusual live organ transplants in Piedmont Hospital’s history.

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AJC HER+STORY

After experiencing grief, Georgia therapist launches nonprofit to offer support

Jamie Kirk, a licensed psychotherapist, created a new nonprofit dedicated to expanding mental health resources and reducing stigma across Atlanta.

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Vietnamese refugee sisters survive harrowing journey, now pay it forward

The Tran sisters, Von and Linda, make Thanksgiving special for Vietnamese seniors at First Senior Center of Georgia in Norcross, hosting both American and Vietnamese feasts.