Georgia’s youngest state lawmaker weighs in on students protesting ICE
When Akbar Ali won a runoff special election last month for a Gwinnett state House seat, the 21-year-old became the youngest lawmaker in the Georgia General Assembly. The AJC's Greg Bluestein sat down with Ali on the "Politically Georgia" podcast to discuss the upsurge of high schoolers protesting against immigration enforcement and how politicians can engage Gen Z voters in the 2026 midterms. Listen to Ali’s full interview on the “Politically Georgia” podcast.
As war wages on Iran, an Atlanta chef celebrates Nowruz at Rumi’s Kitchen
In Atlanta, chef Ali Mesghali — the owner and founder of Rumi’s Kitchen — celebrates Nowruz, the Persian New Year, as war wages on his homeland of Iran.
From Morehouse to the boxing ring, a rising star takes shape.
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'Is it enough?' 'It's UATL' hosts break down the WNBA’s big salary jump
WNBA reaches new salary agreement with major pay boost but still trails NBA salaries. 'It's UATL' hosts debate if it’s real progress.
'This is insane': Travelers react to shutdown chaos at ATL airport
Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport faced up to 4-hour TSA lines during the shutdown, with delays stretching outside terminals.