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New pandas coming to D.C.; Atlanta’s pandas will leave by year’s end

Since November, Atlanta's pandas remain sole U.S. residents as others have returned to China from zoos across the nation

Why Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta will be closed for 4 days

Popular rock wall readying for summer camp despite controversy

City Council has made moves to have the popular wall come down at Tracey Wyatt Recreation Complex, but College Park spokesperson Kameron Preston said, the recreation and parks...

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

LISTEN: US Rep. Lucy McBath says she’s open to 2026 bid for Georgia governor

Trump on Trial

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THE LATEST

Jury begins deliberating in Trump's criminal hush money trial

The former president faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, charges punishable by up to four years in prison

Metro & State News

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INVESTIGATIONS

Lawsuit accuses prison system of violating law to replace healthcare provider

Wellpath provided health care to Georgia prisoners but said that extreme violence drove up costs. Now it claims that GDC abruptly chose another provider.

Georgia-filmed ‘Ozark’ lands starring role in Emory economics class

Netflix crime drama “Ozark" is the handbook in this introductory course on the economics of money laundering at Emory University.

Cobb spills over 12M gallons of wastewater into Lake Allatoona

Over 12 million gallons of wastewater that did not meet facility standards was spilled into Lake Allatoona last week, the Cobb County Water System announced Tuesday.

Georgia’s first waterslide coaster opens at Fins Up Water Park

Georgia’s first and largest waterslide coaster, Apocalypso, is officially open. This brings the total number of attractions at Fins Up Water Park to 18.

Opinion and Voices

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BRADLEY’S BUZZ

Take it from an expert - Acuña will be A-OK

"Under The Knife" writer Will Carroll remains optimistic about Ronald Acuña Jr.'s recovery from ACL tears, foreseeing continued success despite past injuries

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NEDRA RHONE

When middle school ends, a new journey begins

AJC columnist reflects on the end of middle school, treasuring childhood moments while preparing for the journey ahead with her daughter

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MOMENT WITH MONICA

5,000+ people will get a cancer diagnosis today. Monica Pearson has this advice

Two-time cancer survivor Monica Pearson one of more than 18 million cancer survivors in the U.S.

Crime and Public Safety

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‘Rally for peace’ honors Mays High student killed a year ago

"Rally for peace" remembers Benjamin E. Mays High School student Bre'Asia Powell who was shot and killed a year ago.

Here's why Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta will be closed for 4 days

How a rented Tesla helped police solve a Gwinnett murder case

Location history and video from the car’s many onboard cameras were used as evidence in the Gwinnett County, Georgia case.

Mike Luckovich

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May 29 cartoon: Easy test

The AJC's Mike Luckovich shares his latest takes on current events

LISTEN

How cartoonist Mike Luckovich went from selling insurance to winning Pulitzers

Mike Luckovich has won two Pulitzer Prizes, but before he was an award-winning editorial cartoonist, he sold insurance door-to-door.

From his fellow U.S. cartoonists: The week in cartoons

OPINION

Nikki Haley endorses Trump: What was Mike Luckovich thinking?

Editorial cartoonist Mike Luckovich explains a recent cartoon.

Latest news

Metro Atlanta

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Nine Georgia school districts get millions more for electric buses

Clayton, Douglas and Hall counties are among nine school districts in Georgia to be awarded millions from the latest bucket of federal money intended to replace the nation’s d...

Popular rock wall readying for summer camp despite controversy

City Council has made moves to have the popular wall come down at Tracey Wyatt Recreation Complex, but College Park spokesperson Kameron Preston said, the recreation and parks...

Cobb spills over 12M gallons of wastewater into Lake Allatoona

Over 12 million gallons of wastewater that did not meet facility standards was spilled into Lake Allatoona last week, the Cobb County Water System announced Tuesday.

Georgia

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Lawsuit accuses prison system of violating law to replace healthcare provider

Wellpath provided health care to Georgia prisoners but said that extreme violence drove up costs. Now it claims that GDC abruptly chose another provider.

From syphilis to gonorrhea, WHO flags ‘major increase’ in STIs worldwide

Georgia ranks within the top five states for chlamydia and gonorrhea, and top 20 for syphilis

Soccer as medicine? Emory study digs into the sport’s health benefits

Soccer's rising popularity in the region and across the country was part of the motivation behind a new Emory University study that aims to examine the health benefits of recr...

Opinion

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05/29 Mike Luckovich: Easy test

OPINION

Georgia should protect workers from extreme heat, just like it does high school athletes

Increasingly, outdoor workers put their health — and their lives — at risk just to do their jobs.

Readers write

After the Primary

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Metro Atlanta counties certify May primary election results

No metro Atlanta elections officials, including in Fulton County, reported any major administration errors related to the May 21 election

When and where are the 2024 runoff elections in metro Atlanta?

Analysis: Some of the biggest lessons of the Georgia primaries are in the losses

Incumbency matters — to a point. Most officeholders romped to victory, but the handful of candidates who lost serve as warning signals about 2024 trends

A primary night recap: In Georgia races, incumbents mostly dominate

Latest politics

Georgia

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Analysis: Brian Kemp plots steps that could shape his political future

Gov. Brian Kemp is has clashed with former president Donald Trump for much of the past three years. And he’s steered clear of increasingly MAGA Georgia GOP events since 2022.

Libertarian nominee Chase Oliver denies being spoiler — history says differently

Dems’ candidate for Georgia congressional district has a history backing GOP

Katy Stamper, who won the Democratic primary in Georgia's 11th Congressional District, has a history of voting for and supporting Republicans.

US

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Who is Chase Oliver? Things to know about the Libertarian presidential candidate

Chase Oliver, a former Democrat nominated as the Libertarian Party presidential candidate this year, lives in Atlanta. In 2022, he ran for U.S.

Ossoff warns of ‘grave national security risk’ if Senate rejects border bill

Columnists

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PATRICIA MURPHY

A socialist campaign and sexist mailer defeat Teri Anulewicz in Cobb County

It’s an old-fashioned — and misguided — notion that a woman should be judged by her husband’s occupation, or that her husband’s job must influence a female elected official.

Opinion: Donald Trump suddenly puts birth control in play

OPINION: For Joe Biden, the Nov. 5 election is about Jan. 6

Trump in Court

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Trump Georgia defendants push 2020 fraud claims as another election looms

Three defendants in the Georgia election interference case are trying to use unproven claims of fraud to escape criminal charges and disbarment.

Ex-staffer details alleged retaliation by Fulton DA’s office

A former employee of the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office detailed to Georgia senators on Thursday how she was demoted and eventually fired after alleging her bosses w...

Fulton DA’s office files its own appeal in Trump Georgia election case

The office of District Attorney Fani Willis said it is appealing a judge’s order that dismissed six counts from the Georgia election interference indictment against former Pre...

Food & Dining

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The ultimate guide to dining in Savannah

Savannah’s food scene long reflected how the city was perceived: quintessentially Southern, drizzled with antebellum charm and plenty of butter, shrimp and grits.

RECIPES: By weight or measure, ratios for cooking success

Complex recipes may follow a traditional format, but there are also dishes that can be made using measurement or weight ratios.

Make your summer bright with these canned cocktails

It is getting easier to find great-tasting, fun canned cocktails.

RECIPE: Stuffed chicken breast flavor without the fuss

Chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and cheese is a popular online recipe.

Unapologetically ATL

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Hip-hop legend Cey Adams has different designs on his future

Legendary graffiti artist and founding creative director of Def Jam records talks music, sneakers and Atlanta's influence.

Delta Sigma Theta says reelected Georgia state rep falsely claiming sorority membership

Nick Cannon, Cam’Ron encourage entrepreneurship at Disruptor Summit

UniverSoul Circus comes to Atlantic Station for its 30th anniversary

For three decades, the UniverSoul Circus has celebrated Black culture under the big top with music, performances and entertainment from across the globe.

Lifestyle

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The LineUp: 5 Black culture events to attend May 29-June 5

In this edition of UATL's weekly curated list of event recommendations we’ll tell you about a book signing with one of radio’s biggest personalities, a tour starring ladies of...

OPINION

When middle school ends, a new journey begins

We are at yet another milestone moment in our journey together. Soon, she may bristle at the notion that she needs my help to safely navigate the world.

Walter Reeves: Pests from Asia come here because our weather is similar

Walter Reeves answers metro Atlanta lawn and garden questions, including why pests from Asia show up in our area, and how to find peat-free potting mix.

Arts & Culture

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New pandas coming to D.C.; Atlanta’s pandas will leave by year’s end

New pandas coming to D.C.; Atlanta’s pandas will leave by year’s end

‘Our Voices. Our Lives’ tells of Atlanta’s Black and brown creatives

Review: High Museum reflects on 30 years of South African democracy

On May 10, 1994, Nelson Mandela, who served 27 years in prison for his activism to end South Africa’s race-restricted Apartheid regime, was sworn in as South Africa’s first de

Entertainment

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What’s filming in Georgia in May 2024?

WSB radio moves Sean Hannity fully to nights, gives Von Haessler another hour

Sean Hannity has lost his 3 p.m. hour in favor of another hour of the Von Haessler Doctrine. Shelley Wynter loses an hour as well with Hannity starting at 9 p.m.

Georgia native Victoria Groce on how she won 2024 ‘Jeopardy!’ Masters

Georgia native and UGA grad Victoria Groce, who spent her formative years in Cobb County, took home the $500,000 top prize in the 2024 "Jeopardy" Masters Championship tourname...

Health

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Soccer as medicine? Emory study digs into the sport’s health benefits

Soccer's rising popularity in the region and across the country was part of the motivation behind a new Emory University study that aims to examine the health benefits of recr...

Beltline health fairs aim to boost health equity for Westside Atlanta residents

A cancer diagnosis for one member of a family can affect everyone

Family and friends often focus on the person with cancer, which means the caregiver can be overlooked when providing support.

Travel

Disney’s Tiana’s Bayou opens next month; here’s what to know

Princess Tiana’s story continues with familiar faces, New Orleans music and a ride with a 50-foot drop

Millennials and Gen Z are embracing the gap year

These gap years can range from three to six months, and sometimes even up to a year, allowing travelers to pursue their passions and hit the reset button.

5 stunning ‘Bridgerton’-inspired Airbnbs

These five properties are among the best in the world for those looking to experience the opulence and grandeur the Bridgerton family would surely approve of

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Georgia’s first waterslide coaster opens at Fins Up Water Park

Georgia’s first and largest waterslide coaster, Apocalypso, is officially open. This brings the total number of attractions at Fins Up Water Park to 18.

Georgia Gwinnett College reports record summer enrollment

Summer enrollment at Georgia Gwinnett College is at a record high with a 10 percent increase over last summer.

Otis Redding’s estate partners with Sony to administer the Macon legend’s catalog

Otis Redding’s music continues to influence pop-culture and musicians in all genres. And his family is helping to keep his dream alive.

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Investigations

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Lawsuit accuses prison system of violating law to replace healthcare provider

Wellpath provided health care to Georgia prisoners but said that extreme violence drove up costs. Now it claims that GDC abruptly chose another provider.

Georgia correctional officer charged with murder in death of state prison inmate

The GDC says that correctional officer Lloyd Hopkins was "party to" the murder and assault of inmate Roderick Hayes at Augusta State Medical Prison.

Juvenile dies after collapsing in state’s custody

Video

Man with suspended license accused of pointing gun at driver who cut him off along GA 400

Man with suspended license accused of pointing gun at driver who cut him off along GA 400

‘Rally for peace’ honors Atlanta teen killed a year ago

Community members gathered Tuesday to “rally for peace” in honor of Bre’Asia Powell one year after the 16-year-old was shot near Benjamin E. Mays High School.

‘An incredibly rare situation:’ Horse gives birth to twins at UGA veterinary hospital

‘An incredibly rare situation:’ Horse gives birth to twins at UGA veterinary hospital

Photos

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Photos: Max Fried pitches Braves past Nationals

Photos from the Braves vs. Nationals game on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. The Braves won 2-0.

PHOTOS: DeKalb police investigate fatal shooting at motel

DeKalb police investigate a deadly shooting at an extended stay motel along Flat Shoals Road early Tuesday.

Photos: Braves lose to the Nationals

Photos from the Braves vs. Nationals game on May 27, 2024. Washington won 8-4.

Podcasts

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Braves Report podcast: A conversation with Nick Green

Southern Fried Soccer: Atlanta United is in trouble

LISTEN

How cartoonist Mike Luckovich went from selling insurance to winning Pulitzers

Mike Luckovich has won two Pulitzer Prizes, but before he was an award-winning editorial cartoonist, he sold insurance door-to-door.