Kwame 'KJ' Green Jr. is building on Stephenson's legacy of elite defensive players
Kwame "KJ" Green Jr. is one of the most dominant defensive players in Georgia high school football. The Stephenson edge rusher and LSU commit recorded 129 tackles, 17 sacks and nearly 40 tackles for loss last season, earning 2026 AJC Super 11 honors and Class 3A Defensive Player of the Year recognition. Green's relentless motor and explosive playmaking have him chasing a state title and adding to Stephenson's long legacy of elite defenders. Read more about him on AJC Varsity.
How Seed Atlanta turned plants into a community
Campbell Washington is growing community at Seed Atlanta, bringing Atlantans together through plants. Credits: Keith Lovely Jr./AJC | Campbell Washington
Why ICE arrests are rising across Georgia
Georgia recorded 2,250 ICE arrests in July, a 50% increase from May to June. Credits: AJC|ICE|CBS|WKRN|ABC 7 News WJLA|U.S. DHS|Getty|NYT|Jefferson PD|DHSgov/X
How public records can help uncover Flock misuse
We've tracked dozens of reports of Georgia police officers misusing Flock license plate readers. Credits: AJC|Flock Safety|City of Dunwoody|Dunwoody Police
Let Me Put U On: The ‘Jesus Saves’ sign watching over Atlanta
Atlanta’s iconic “Jesus Saves” sign has watched over Auburn Avenue for generations — a powerful symbol of hope, history and resilience.