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Comparing how groups of Georgia voters think about Trump, the issues and 2026 election
Explore the AJC's interactive poll results to see how Georgians' opinions differ about politics based on their gender, age, race, education, income and political leaning.
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Dickens administration aims to wipe out deficit before budget cycle begins
According to the mayor’s office, the original $33 million deficit — about 3% of last year’s general fund budget — has already been reduced by half.
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Gwinnett judge won’t apply Kemp’s new lawsuit limits to landmark trial
The defense seeks to cut claims for potential $32M verdict in the first trial in hundreds of Georgia lawsuits alleging people were injured by exposure to ethylene oxide.
Weekend Things to Do
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Honoring Atlanta-born Mary Lou Williams where her ‘musical journey started’
Atlanta-born jazz pianist and composer Mary Lou Williams arranged music for greats like Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman and Cab Calloway
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15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
Kentucky Derby parties, Free Comic Book Day, Mutt Gala, May the Fourth Taco Fest and a rodeo top things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta.
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Stay well, ATL: 5 must-do wellness events in May
Check out five wellness events happening around metro Atlanta this May, from a floral-filled festival in Buckhead to outdoor yoga sessions at Ponce City Market.
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Greene’s stock trading during tariff sell-off leads to renewed calls for a ban
Some in Congress have advocated for a ban on members trading stocks. U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene defended her trades amid economic turbulance.
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Bar Vegan at Ponce City Market to close Monday
Bar Vegan's last service will be May 5 after four years in Ponce City Market. The cocktail bar's closure is another episode in a tumultuous year for the Slutty Vegan brand.
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A Southern spin on poutine, a Japanese-Thai mash-up and more must-try dishes
From the guidon bowl at Isankaya to Southern poutine at Queenie's BBQ to Spanish meatballs at La Metro to seared tuna at the Argonaut -- four restaurant dishes to try.
In the Outdoors
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Stay well, ATL: 5 must-do wellness events to get you outside this month
From a floral-filled festival in Buckhead to outdoor yoga sessions at Ponce City Market, residents can find fun and healthy options for May.
Black Mamas deserve better
Georgia is facing a maternal mortality crisis and Black women bear the brunt of its impact, say Rep. Nikema Williams and Dr. Regina Davis Moss.
The cost of an unplanned pregnancy affects men, too
Let your legislators know that you want your privacy protected and that you want to see health care protected.
Pollution has ripple effects on our health, climate and resources
Addressing climate and pollution challenges requires a multi-faceted approach
The Trump administration’s viewpoint on campus dissent is beyond absurd
The author says without the ability to dissent, progress and innovation would be stifled.
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2025 Southern Company Peach Bowl Challenge charity golf tournament
Current and former college football coaches competed at the 2025 Southern Company Peach Bowl Challenge charity golf tournament on Tuesday.
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Atlanta Streets Alive begins its 2025 season of Sundays
Atlanta Streets Alive returned this weekend to convert the busy, congested Peachtree Street into a community block party.