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Political Shake-up

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Marjorie Taylor Greene’s exit opens new political unknown in Georgia

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is walking away from Washington. What comes next for her — and for Georgia politics — is suddenly wide open.

Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is resigning from Congress

The Rome Republican recently became the latest target of President Donald Trump’s ire.

Representative's path: MAGA powerhouse to sudden resignation announcement

What to know about the career of the Georgian who made national headlines.

WATCH

Greene explains her resignation in video message

Citing party tensions amid clash with the president, the conservative firebrand explains plan to step down in 2026.

Georgia school cellphone ban should expand to high school, state ed leaders say

The Georgia Department of Education wants to ban cellphones in high schools too, not just K-8 classrooms.

Buddy Carter asks Trump administration to surge ICE officers in Atlanta

The St. Simons Island Republican praised the record-low numbers of apprehensions at the Mexican border but warned that “significant work remains, especially in Georgia.”

BILL TORPY

Drive to cut state income tax a bad bet for regular folks

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, the fellow pushing this publicity stunt, is hoping it helps him in his run for governor.

Atlanta church pastor fired after child cruelty arrest

In an online statement, 2819 Church leaders said they “immediately” suspended Kenneth McFarland after learning of the charge and that he “agreed to step down.”

Sports This Weekend

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Pitt jumps out to 28-0 lead, beats No. 16 Georgia Tech 42-28

Pitt took a 28-0 lead in the second quarter and No. 16 Georgia Tech's comeback attempts fell short on Senior Night in a 42-28 loss.

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BULLDOGS

‘It’s going to be a war’: Georgia ready for battle against Georgia Tech

After easily dispatching Charlotte 35-3, it didn't take Georgia players and coaches long to turn their attention to in-state rival Georgia Tech.

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL

UAB plays after 2 players stabbed hours before kickoff

UAB opted to go ahead with its scheduled 3 p.m. game against South Florida on Saturday just hours after a stabbing incident at the Blazers' football facility.

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NBA

Hawks get the better of Pelicans, split two-game road trip

The Hawks beat the Pelicans 115-98 to split a two-game road trip, holding an opponent under 100 points for the first time all season.

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BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart on Georgia Tech: ‘I know the brand of football they play’

In his postgame press conference after a 35-3 win over Charlotte, Kirby Smart's mind was already on Georgia Tech, among other things.

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PANTHERS

Georgia State losing streak reaches eight

Georgia State lost its eighth game in a row to Troy, 31-19. The Panthers trailed by five points midway through the fourth quarter, but couldn't get closer.

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OWLS

Odom’s record-setting day leads Kennesaw State to wild win over Missouri State

Amari Odom found Chase Belcher for a go-ahead 14-yard touchdown with 27 seconds remaining and Kennesaw State beat Missouri State 41-34.

Wine and Dine

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Find festive cocktails, decorations at these holiday pop-up bars in metro Atlanta

More bars and restaurants are taking their holiday celebrations over the top by transforming their menus and decor for the season. Here are more than 20 pop-ups to check out.

Minhwa Spirits wins prestigious global award and more from metro Atlanta’s dining scene

The competition is considered particularly prestigious because it’s judged through blind tastings, putting tiny craft distillers and huge brand names on a level playing field.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

At ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ star’s Red Room Bistro, food feels beside the point

The second restaurant from Karlie Redd, one of the stars of “Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta,” is a destination for social gatherings, events and proximity to celebrity.

A toast to the SS Edmund Fitzgerald

Memes about the SS Edmund Fitzgerald have flooded social media feeds this month. The tragic, powerful story pairs well with these cocktails from across metro Atlanta.

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Murphy: Jason Esteves looks to break out of crowded Democratic field for governor

AJC political columnist Patricia Murphy talks with the candidate about his campaign.

GUEST COLUMN

Trump maintains commitment to Project 2025 to dismantle Education Department

Breaking up the department will exacerbate educational inequities along socioeconomic, racial and ability lines.

GUEST COLUMN

Trump can’t kill the Education Department by interagency agreement

Wanting to shutter the department is not the same as having the power to do it, which shows in the president’s recent actions that merely move functions to other agencies.

Weekend Things to Do

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15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

Experiences include the Atlanta Chili Cook Off and several holiday markets.

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12 things to do around metro Atlanta to get you in the holiday spirit

In the spirit of the 12 days of Christmas, here’s a dozen ways to get those festive feels.

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Having broken with Sublime with Rome, Ramirez has his own tour, album to do

Behind the EP ‘Gemini’ and single ‘Slow & Easy,’ singer-guitarist brings tour to Terminal West on Sunday.

AJC Varsity

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GHSA investigating Gainesville-Brunswick fight, punishment decision coming

The Georgia High School Association will investigate a fight that ended Gainesville’s second-round playoff game at Brunswick in the third quarter Friday.

Playoff football recap: Jackson County, Douglass eliminate defending champs

Milton, Calhoun are out; No. 1 teams Grayson, Hughes fend off South Georgia challengers.

Douglas County rallies from early 21-point deficit, beats North Cobb in OT

Douglas County eliminated North Cobb in the second round for the second consecutive season and advanced to the quarterfinals for a school-best third straight year.

High school scoreboard: Friday night’s football action around the state

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FROM UATL

‘It’s UATL’ podcast: ‘Dance Moms’ star Nia Sioux talks new memoir

“It’s UATL” hosts Najja Parker and DeAsia Paige talk with Nia Sioux about being one of the few Black faces in the dance studio and her new book.

FROM UATL

Dance Moms' star opens up about Abby Lee Miller calling her Tootie from 'Facts of Life'

Nia Sioux opens up on the 'It's UATL' Podcast about Abby Lee Miller calling her Tootie on "Dance Moms" and how it shaped her journey.

Georgia and Metro News

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Mass grocery drive takes aim at food insecurity on Buford Highway

The annual event — in its third year — is a collaboration between the Latin American Association, the Atlanta Hawks and CareSource.

Decaying public housing sits on prime Savannah real estate. Change is coming.

Yamacraw Village, a historic Savannah public housing project on 22 acres of prime real estate, faces demolition and redevelopment. Residents don’t know where they’ll move.

‘Worst nightmares come true.’ Atlanta confronts shift in homelessness funding.

Trump’s overhaul threatens permanent housing for an estimated 600 Atlanta households and 170,000 people nationwide, advocates warn.

Where to find free food this Thanksgiving — and how you can still help

Across metro Atlanta, there are several food giveaways to help feed as many families as possible ahead of Thanksgiving.

Holiday Travel

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Flying for Thanksgiving? Here are tips for navigating Atlanta’s airport

Here’s the AJC's guide to what’s under construction at the airport and what to watch for if you’re traveling this Thanksgiving holiday.

CHECK IT OUT

Live airport security wait times and today’s trends

The AJC gathers real-time wait-time data from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to show what security lines look like right now.

Atlanta airport’s troubled Concourse C food court gets new management

OHM Concession Group will take over the Atlanta airport's Concourse C food court, as well as restaurants in Concourses B and F.

WATCH

Why Atlanta’s airport has been the world’s busiest for 25 years

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Politics

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Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is resigning from Congress

The Rome Republican recently became the latest target of President Donald Trump’s ire.

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s path, MAGA powerhouse to sudden resignation announcement

What to know about the rise and resignation of Georgia U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green.

House ethics committee weighs complaint regarding Mike Collins, chief of staff

The U.S. House Committee of Ethics has received a complaint regarding U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and his chief of staff.

Metro Atlanta

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UAB plays after 2 players stabbed hours before kickoff

UAB opted to go ahead with its scheduled 3 p.m. game against South Florida on Saturday just hours after a stabbing incident at the Blazers' football facility.

Atlanta church pastor fired after child cruelty arrest

In an online statement, 2819 Church leaders said they “immediately” suspended Kenneth McFarland after learning of the charge and that he “agreed to step down.”

Sweet Tea: A world of magic

Georgia

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Mass grocery drive takes aim at food insecurity on Buford Highway

The annual event — in its third year — is a collaboration between the Latin American Association, the Atlanta Hawks and CareSource.

Decaying public housing sits on prime Savannah real estate. Change is coming.

Yamacraw Village, a historic Savannah public housing project on 22 acres of prime real estate, faces demolition and redevelopment. Residents don’t know where they’ll move.

Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is resigning from Congress

The Rome Republican recently became the latest target of President Donald Trump’s ire.

Opinion

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OPINION

Mike Luckovich: Personal writing instrument

OPINION

If we had ranked choice elections in Georgia, we’d be done voting this year

Georgia voters went to the polls Nov. 4, but many must cast ballots again Dec. 2 for dozens of runoff races. That's why the state should shift to ranked choice voting.

OPINION

Whether in Congress or at the Thanksgiving table, dialogue can reduce conflict

The glue that holds any relationship together despite irreconcilable differences is friendship through trust and commitment.

Falcons

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Falcons’ Kirk Cousins returns to lineup with depleted receiving corps

Kirk Cousins is set to start at quarterback when the Falcons (3-7) play the Saints (2-8) at 4:25 p.m. Sunday in New Orleans.

What will the retooled Falcons offense with Kirk Cousins look like?

Cousins is set to take over for the injured Michael Penix Jr. when the Falcons face the Saints Sunday at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

Falcons’ Deablo set to return from arm injury; Bowman out with Achilles

Linebacker Divine Deablo is set to return on Sunday after missing four games with a fractured forearm, but receiver Drake London and nickelback Billy Bowman are out.

Bulldogs

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‘It’s going to be a war’: Georgia ready for battle against Georgia Tech

After easily dispatching Charlotte 35-3, it didn't take Georgia players and coaches long to turn their attention to in-state rival Georgia Tech.

Kirby Smart on Georgia Tech: ‘I know the brand of football they play’

In his postgame press conference after a 35-3 win over Charlotte, Kirby Smart's mind was already on Georgia Tech, among other things.

Kirby Smart shares why two key starters did not play against Charlotte

Georgia was down two offensive line starters against Charlotte, one with minor injuries; both are expected to return against Georgia Tech.

Georgia Tech

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How No. 16 Georgia Tech can still make the ACC title game

Georgia Tech turns attention to revenge against Georgia

4 takeaways from Georgia Tech’s loss to Pitt

No. 16 Georgia Tech's ACC title game hopes are still alive after a 42-28 loss to Pitt in its home finale, but their chances of clinching a berth were dashed.

Hawks

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Hawks get the better of Pelicans, split two-game road trip

The Hawks beat the Pelicans 115-98 to split a two-game road trip, holding an opponent under 100 points for the first time all season.

Sharpshooting Spurs: Hawks fall in San Antonio

Good, bad, ugly: Hawks have to make stops, give themselves a chance

The Hawks' five-game win streak came to an end at the hands of the red-hot Pistons but the Hawks continue to show they're a resilient team.

Braves

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Braves make several signings ahead of Friday nontender deadline

Players who aren’t tendered contracts become free agents.

What to make of Braves re-signing Raisel Iglesias, trading for Mauricio Dubón

The Braves’ two deals completed on Wednesday clarified at least a section of the team’s offseason plan.

Braves re-sign closer Raisel Iglesias to one-year deal

The re-signing of Raisel Iglesias to a one-year $16 million deal with the Braves retains Iglesias at the same salary he earned last season.

United

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Inside look: Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center is a palace

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution received an exclusive tour of the $200 million headquarters for the United States Soccer Federation.

Atlanta United’s 2026 schedule has home opener on March 7

Opener is Feb. 21 at Cincinnati, in new manager Gerardo Martino’s season debut.

Atlanta United has ideas to improve roster

As the trade window and free agency near, Chris Henderson was tight-lipped about the team's strategy but right fullback, goalkeeper and central defender could be targets.

High Schools

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GHSA investigating Gainesville-Brunswick fight, punishment decision coming

The Georgia High School Association will investigate a fight that ended Gainesville’s second-round playoff game at Brunswick in the third quarter Friday.

Douglas County rallies from early 21-point deficit, beats North Cobb in OT

Douglas County eliminated North Cobb in the second round for the second consecutive season and advanced to the quarterfinals for a school-best third straight year.

Playoff football recap: Jackson County, Douglass eliminate defending champs

Jackson County and Douglass ousted defending champions in the second round of the football playoffs Friday night, eliminating Milton and Calhoun, respectively.

More Sports

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Georgia State losing streak reaches eight

Georgia State lost its eighth game in a row to Troy, 31-19. The Panthers trailed by five points midway through the fourth quarter, but couldn't get closer.

Odom’s record-setting day leads Kennesaw State to wild win over Missouri State

Amari Odom found Chase Belcher for a go-ahead 14-yard touchdown with 27 seconds remaining and Kennesaw State beat Missouri State 41-34.

UAB plays after 2 players stabbed hours before kickoff

UAB opted to go ahead with its scheduled 3 p.m. game against South Florida on Saturday just hours after a stabbing incident at the Blazers' football facility.

Food & Dining

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Find festive cocktails, decorations at these holiday pop-up bars in metro Atlanta

More bars and restaurants are taking their holiday celebrations over the top by transforming their menus and decor for the season. Here are more than 20 pop-ups to check out.

3 creative ways to reimagine Thanksgiving leftovers

Three recipes for repurposing leftovers before Thanksgiving food fatigue sets in.

Minhwa Spirits wins prestigious global award and more from metro Atlanta’s dining scene

The competition is considered particularly prestigious because it’s judged through blind tastings, putting tiny craft distillers and huge brand names on a level playing field.

UATL

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FROM UATL

‘It’s UATL’ podcast: ‘Dance Moms’ star Nia Sioux talks new memoir

“It’s UATL” hosts Najja Parker and DeAsia Paige talk with Nia Sioux about being one of the few Black faces in the dance studio and her new book.

FROM UATL

Food Network’s Kardea Brown brings new cookbook to Atlanta History Center

Emmy-winning television personality and cookbook author Kardea Brown hosts a book release for "Make Do With What You Have" at Atlanta History Center on Thursday, Nov. 20.

FROM UATL

Jesse Jackson hospitalized as he battles longstanding neurological illness

Jesse Jackson, 84, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with deep ties to Atlanta’s civil rights community, is under observation for progressive supranuclear palsy.

Things to Do

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‘This was truly meant for me’: Marietta native cast in ‘The Outsiders’

The musical is currently touring for the first time, with a stop at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre Nov. 25-30 as part of the Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta series.

Where can I find it?

Pruning hydrangeas is not one size fits all

Whether blue, white or another color, check what kind of hydrangea you have before pruning.

Lifestyle

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WALTER REEVES

A Thanksgiving prayer to share

This holiday season, consider arranging for someone to read this prayer before the meal.

Your guide to a stress-free holiday season, starting with your porch

Get ahead of the holiday rush with expert tips on decorating safely, budgeting wisely and organizing your home for a smooth, stress-free season.

Atlanta area home prices fell in October with steep declines in some places

Metro Atlanta's median sales prices dropped in October as more inventory is on the market.

Entertainment

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Dagmar Midcap coming back to Atlanta TV 15 years after departure

Meteorologist Dagmar Midcap makes a surprise return to Atlanta broadcast airwaves after a 15-year absence, courtesy of the new CBS Atlanta news operation.

Kel Mitchell, Renee Montgomery boost Atlanta youth sports in new Nick show

Kel Mitchell of “All That” fame and Atlanta Dream owner and former WNBA player Renee Montgomery make over youth sports fields in metro Atlanta in a new Nickelodeon TV show.

Donor leaves WABE $3 million, largest individual gift in station’s history

An Atlanta resident has bequeathed WABE a $3 million donation, the largest one-time individual donation in the nonprofit media operation’s 76-year history.

Travel

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Pirate museum a new addition to Savannah’s maritime attractions

Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum is the newest attraction in a city filled with history to experience in its museums, dining and even accommodations.

5 unique Southeastern museums to scratch your culture itch

Dedicated to a singular subject offers deep dives on an artist, a sports figure, a pop culture icon and more.

This Southern Living ‘Best Fall Getaway’ is less than 3 hours from Atlanta

This North Carolina plateau has a lot on offer.

Wellness

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Where to find free food this Thanksgiving — and how you can still help

Across metro Atlanta, there are several food giveaways to help feed as many families as possible ahead of Thanksgiving.

Hearing screens should be a part of your wellness plan

Untreated hearing loss can significantly impact your quality of life, safety, communication and social interactions.

Compost Connectors bring garden education to schools around metro Atlanta

A recent $300,000 donation from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation will help Compost Connectors keep even more food out of Georgia landfills.

Special Features

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Photos

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PHOTOS: Georgia Tech defeated by Pittsburgh in Yellow Jackets' home finale

Needing a win to clinch a spot in the ACC Championship Game, Georgia Tech flopped in a big way Saturday, losing 44-28 to the Pittsburgh Panthers.

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PHOTOS: Georgia defeats Charlotte in home finale

The Georgia Bulldogs closed out their home season with a convincing 35-3 win over Charlotte at Sanford Stadium Saturday afternoon.

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PHOTOS: Fans greet Dawgs before game with Charlotte

Georgia players arrive at Sanford Stadium for their Saturday, Nov. 22, game with Charlotte. The Bulldogs go into the game as a seven- touchdown favorite.