How a prominent southern city is still recovering after Hurricane Helene
More than seven months since Hurricane Helene, Western North Carolina still feels the major impacts of the storm. Asheville and surrounding towns continue to rebuild damaged infrastructure and homes, while also experiencing a sharp decline in tourism. The AJC’s Fraser Jones returns to his mother’s home in Asheville to hear from local residents as they reflect on the progress they’ve seen so far and what the community needs moving forward. Credits: AJC | Getty Images | Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina

Ossoff confronts Gabbard in tense exchange over Iran threat level
Sen. Jon Ossoff questioned Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard over whether Iran posed an imminent nuclear threat. Credits: U.S. Senate

The story behind Curtis Mayfield’s iconic movie soundtracks
The Oscars may be over, but Curtis Mayfield’s film soundtracks still hit. UATL breaks down his ’70s run and lasting impact from Atlanta.

Former Magic City dancer speaks out on Atlanta Hawks controversy
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Atlanta's bricks could be worth $13 billion. The Black men who made them didn't earn a cent.
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