Is Atlanta the Black mecca of higher education?
Burnout cure or luxury? The rise of 'micro-retirement' in 2025.
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The thoroughfare in southwest Atlanta is open again after nearly four years of construction. Business owners say the delays hurt profits and foot traffic.
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Georgia counties far from the Atlantic and Gulf are bracing for more big storms after being hammered by Hurricane Helene in 2024, and worrying about a rollback in federal aid.
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Dragon Con, college football and festivals will pack Atlanta this Labor Day weekend. Here's how to navigate the city during potential rain and plenty of traffic.
Is Atlanta the Black mecca of higher education?
Burnout cure or luxury? The rise of 'micro-retirement' in 2025.
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Georgia lawmakers witnessed a splintered and dysfunctional State Election Board as they consider stepping in to make changes.
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Downtown Atlanta has long lacked a grocery store in its walkable urban core. A new store in the historic Olympia building could be a boon to the community.
"Alternative facts" didn't start with Trump and his MAGA enablers, but the pushing of them needs to stop.
Georgia has passed some of the strongest and conservative election laws in the country. There is no need for the federal government to intervene or interfere.
Trump's pattern is unmistakable: Rewrite history, restrict the vote, silence dissent, consolidate power. It is the playbook of strongmen the world over.
The University System of Georgia wants professors' course syllabuses to be made public. Despite the rationale that it's about transparency, this seems like pure politics.
Cold Cases
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Families of three victims killed in a 2017 Lithonia shooting are still seeking justice. The DA’s office hopes renewed attention will bring new leads.
Arts and Entertainment
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Talented cast carries a high-octane production with energy and charm.
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Atlanta gave them their first hit and inspired their decades-long career. Now the legendary producers will return to celebrate their anniversary with a concert this weekend.
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With elaborate outfits vivid in their imaginations, many young people have had to learn new techniques to bring their dream costumes to life.
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Top leaders who resigned their positoins at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after the ouster of the agency's director were escorted out of the building Thurs
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These renderings from architect Cooper Carry show some of the planned renovations at Cross Keys High School.
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Nearly 200 high school flag football players competed at the Falcons’ fifth annual Girls Flag Football Showcase on Monday night.