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How Norfolk Southern is aiming to go from 'worst to first' on safety
While union leaders say the Atlanta company deserves credit for the changes made after a fiery derailment in Ohio, they're concerned about whether the progress will last.
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GOP-backed bill would guarantee right for women to use any contraceptive
Six Republican women in the state House co-sponsored a bill on Thursday with a simple premise: “Females have the right to the use of any means of contraception.”
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Atlanta will be bananas: What to know for this weekend's sports trifecta
Here’s how to navigate as March Madness, Atlanta United and Savannah Bananas roll into town.
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Is Young Thug back outside? Atlanta rapper to headline another festival
Atlanta rapper Young Thug will headline festivals in Chicago and Belgium this summer, and teased new music under the name UY Scuti.
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15 things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta
Take your kids to get a head start on Easter egg hunts or head to Brookhaven’s Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Clap Your Hands Say Yeah goes back to the beginning at Terminal West
Indie rock band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, playing Terminal West on April 2, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its self-titled debut.
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Body of nonverbal 5-year-old boy found in Gwinnett pond, police say
Gwinnett County police are searching for a nonverbal 5-year-old, who disappeared after jumping from his apartment’s balcony Thursday.
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SweetWater veteran brings Atlanta craft beer culture to Tybee Island
A former executive at SweetWater Brewing has opened a pizza restaurant with a craft beer focus on the Georgia island that nods to friends in both Atlanta and the coast.
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How metro Atlanta’s 911 systems evolved after series of tragedies
A year after an AJC investigation, fewer emergency callers are placed on long holds as metro Atlanta 911 agencies improve staffing problems and technology breakdowns.
Cell phone ban in schools a bid to prevent mush brains
Starting next year, Georgia’s elementary and middle school students will have to go cold turkey from their phones during school hours.
Georgia’s schools are ‘roughly average.’ There’s a way we can do better
The bad news is that this is a long-term situation. The good news is that there are proven methods for turning the situation around and improving Georgia’s schools.
Pete Hegseth has to go
Veterans warn the Trump group chat about a Yemen attack will put Americans at risk and hurt morale in the military.
Hot or not, the public demand for mug shots is high despite consequences
Following a UGA student’s second arrest, viral mug shots continue to captivate audiences everywhere.
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Georgians living with polio say don’t forget
On 70th anniversary of polio vaccine, those in the Peach State living with post-polio health deficits urge vaccinations.
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Photos: NBA history for Trae Young in Hawks' loss to Heat
Atlanta star becomes youngest player in league history with 12,000 points and 4,500 assists after a basket in Thursday's matchup in Miami
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Photos: Braves lose season opener to Padres
Photos from the Braves' 2025 season opener against the Padres in San Diego on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The Braves fell 7-4.
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Photos: Teams prepare for NCAA South Regional in Atlanta
Photos from NCAA teams practicing for the South Regional in Atlanta on March 27, 2025. Games begin at the regional on Friday.