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Matt Kempner is an award-winning journalist who seeks out intriguing twists about people and subjects beyond what the AJC might typically cover. A former columnist and editor, his past assignments have included business investigations, energy, the economy, entrepreneurs, big business, consumer spending, politics, government and the environment.
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‘Waiting and seeing.’ Georgians putting off purchases amid wild economic swings
Georgia consumers are unnerved by plummeting stock prices, a trade war, job cuts, inflation and growing fears of recession and their shrinking retirement account balances.
Atlanta’s 3rd largest hotel sold in foreclosure auction
One of Atlanta’s largest hotels was recently sold at a foreclosure auction, highlighting the postpandemic challenges that continue to plague the city’s hospitality sector.
How Coca-Cola, Delta and other top Georgia stocks have fared since Inauguration Day
Fears of slower growth or even an economic contraction have started to be felt in the share prices of many companies, including ones from Georgia.
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Georgia election bill replaced in late-night maneuver, an attempt to change voting laws
A short elections bill advancing through the Georgia General Assembly is a "vehicle" for bigger potential changes to voting laws.
10K-square-foot mystery restaurant planned for CNN Center reboot
The owners of the Center, formerly known as CNN Center, announced that a high-end restaurant tenant had been secured as the downtown Atlanta building is redeveloped.
Tent-slashing raises questions about Old Wheat Street encampment sweep
Caseworkers faced threats from suspect Daniel Barnett before a January sweep ended in Taylor’s death. Could officials have acted sooner?