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Georgia State Capitol

Here are the new Georgia laws in effect

New Georgia laws, which took effect July 1, will impact cellphones in schools, medical cannabis rules, paid maternal leave and more.

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What flies beneath your seat on Delta might surprise you

The bellies of Delta planes don’t just hold passenger baggage. They also hold some of the most urgent shipments a person can send in the U.S.

Aleks Arwood Miss Georgia

The glamour and grind of preparing for Miss Georgia

Aleks Arwood from Miss Gwinnett County gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her journey to the crown.

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Murder sparks mayhem in 5 new thrillers by Southern authors
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Murder sparks mayhem in 5 new thrillers by Southern authors

Snake handlers, missing teens and dead bodies populate summer page-turners.

APTOPIX Taylor Swift Wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden

Adam Sandler was the surprise officiant and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd filled with sports and entertainment stars.

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Black women-led bookstores host second Black Girl Book Fair in Decatur

Six Atlanta-area bookstores led by Black women will unite to host the second annual Black Girl Book Fair at Brave and Kind Bookshop on Saturday, July 11.

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America at 250: Was slavery wrong? Museums must now answer that question.

Descendants of enslaved ceramist David Drake invite all museums holding his works to return ownership to rightful heirs.

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Readers write

AJC readers write about politics, politicians and society.

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Cars on campus: What families should consider before teens go off to college

A vehicle can make college life easier, but parking rules, insurance costs, maintenance, and campus transportation options can quickly change the math.

July 3, 2026
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UFC fighter’s slur against Michelle Obama shows transphobia has no bounds

Black women’s femininity and beauty have long been attacked. Josh Hokit’s attack was just the latest.

June 29, 2026

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2026 Peachtree Road Race

PHOTOS: Runners showcased their fashion sense at 2026 Peachtree Road Race

From splendid patriotic outfits to downright bizarre ones, this year's Peachtree Road Race runners certainly didn't disappoint.

2026 Peachtree Road Race

PHOTOS: Elite runners, other divisions from the 57th Peachtree Road Race

Elite runners, wheelchair racers, push-assist teams and handbike racers compete in the Peachtree Road Race on July 4th, 2026.

57th running of the Peachtree Road Race

PHOTOS: Scenes from the 57th 2026 Peachtree Road Race

See the runners, crowd and more from the 57th running of the Peachtree Road Race. About 56,000 runners took part in the world’s largest 10K.