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Mother of Apalachee shooting suspect indicted on elder abuse charges

Note: Article contains troubling details. The Georgia mother of suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting has been indicted, accused of taping her mother to a chair.

South Georgia high school football game canceled because of ‘serious threats’

Last Apalachee High School shooting victim laid to rest

At St. Matthew Catholic Church, a funeral mass was held for Christian Angulo, the last funeral tied to the Sept. 4 shooting rampage at Apalachee High School.

Georgia students walk out of class to honor Apalachee HS, demand gun reform

Georgia students walked out of class to have moments of silence for the victims of the Apalachee High School shooting and to send a strong message to lawmakers.

Nearly 50 years later, Jimmy Carter’s White House crew still meets — on Zoom

As Jimmy Carter approaches his 100th birthday, a collection of former White House staff and guests still meet to talk politics on Zoom.

Atlanta’s Washington High School celebrates its 100th anniversary

Georgia Election Board passes hand-counting rule for election night

The requirement for hand-counting ballots on election night was approved by Republican board members who were praised by former President Donald Trump.

Georgia high school football scoreboard, week 6

Scores will be updated as the games are played. Game stories and photo galleries will be posted after the games are over.

Election 2024

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These are the top issues on the minds of Georgia voters ahead of Election Day

The latest AJC poll found that Inflation and the economy top the list of concerns for voters in Georgia.

Kamala Harris links Georgia deaths to abortion limits and blames Republican ‘hypocrites’

Harris’ metro Atlanta visit was spurred by the deaths, which she has tied to GOP-backed anti-abortion policies that took effect shortly before the women died.

Abortion clinics — and patients — are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

What is and isn’t allowed under Georgia’s abortion law?

There’s a lot of confusion among Georgians about what is and isn’t legal under the state abortion law that took effect in July 2022.

Opinion and Voices

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OPINION

RHONE: Read between the lines of book bans

Name a county in Georgia and there is a good chance that someone, most often guided by an advocacy group known as Moms for Liberty, is trying to remove a book they’ve deemed c...

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GUEST COLUMN

Stop the blame game about speech and violence

There’s a difference between angry words and angry actions. We can’t lose sight of that.

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GUEST COLUMN

Why every Black father must vote

The solutions to urgent issues for our families and communities start at the ballot box.

Arts and Entertainment

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Review: Atlanta artist maps journeys from Korea to across Georgia at MOCA GA

Conceptually rigorous and emotionally expansive, Namwon Choi’s “248 Miles” is a culminating body of work afforded by her MOCA GA Working Artist Project award.

Singer-pianist Norah Jones brings ‘Visions’ to Chastain on Saturday

New fashion exhibition features African haute couture worn by Zendaya

Imane Ayissi's "From Africa to the World” at SCAD FASH displays haute couture fashion made with sustainable materials honoring the designer's African homeland and heritage.

Stevie Wonder’s pre-election tour of swing states to include Georgia

Stevie Wonder is performing in Atlanta on Oct. 19 as a prelude to the presidential election along with stops in other swing states.

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Rabun County continues to be a go-to destination for outdoor adventure.

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Cobb County parents indicted after 17-month-old drowns in tub

Georgia parents have been indicted after their 17-month-old boy drowned in a tub.

Armed guards, panic buttons: The changes coming to one Georgia hospital system

Visitors to some hospitals and clinics will be able to see the new measures being taken to keep health care workers safe.

GBI identifies Coweta man shot by deputies after barricading in bedroom

A Coweta County man was shot by sheriff’s deputies Friday after he barricaded himself inside his bedroom and threatened to shoot them, authorities said.

Serial rapist arrested in Clayton drugged women, posted videos online, cops say

Edward Samuel Huffman, 27, is charged with seven counts of rape after being accused of drugging and sexually assaulting multiple victims over several years.

Weekend Sports

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A look at how Travis Kelce’s statistics stack up when Taylor Swift is in attendance

While Kelce has always been a standout tight end, dating Taylor Swift has elevated his notoriety to another level.

Friday highlights: Carrollton wins in Alabama; Duluth scores 90

Everything you need to know about Georgia Tech at No. 19 Louisville

‘College GameDay’ will be on hand for Week 5 game between Georgia football-Alabama

"College GameDay" will be in Tuscaloosa, Ala., for next week's game against Georgia and Alabama.

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Nearly 50 years later, Jimmy Carter’s White House crew still meets — on Zoom

As Jimmy Carter approaches his 100th birthday, a collection of former White House staff and guests still meet to talk politics on Zoom.

Mother of Apalachee shooting suspect indicted on elder abuse charges

Note: Article contains troubling details. The Georgia mother of suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting has been indicted, accused of taping her mother to a chair.

Black men ascend to the top job in more metro Atlanta school districts

The superintendents say they feel a responsibility to help students from historically-disadvantaged backgrounds and to mentor more Black men to become educators.

Georgia

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A voter referendum on this Georgia island is being contested in court and at the ballot box

Sapelo’s three dozen or so Gullah Geechee residents, who live in a 34-acre community known as Hog Hammock, make up the majority of the island’s full-time residents.

Se realizó el funeral de estudiante hispano asesinado en Apalachee High School

Abortion clinics — and patients — are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

Nation & World

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An Israeli strike on a school kills at least 22 people, Gaza Health Ministry says

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Zelenskyy hopes for quick US action as more arms depots are hit in Russia

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Biden is putting personal touch on Asia-Pacific diplomacy in his final months in office

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OPINION

Stop the blame game about speech and violence

There’s a difference between angry words and angry actions. We can’t lose sight of that.

OPINION

Republicans ask for more civility in politics. That’s a joke, right?

The same team igniting a crisis in Springfield, Ohio, is telling Democrats to be careful.

OPINION

The Biden-Harris economy is giving people hope in the rural South

Jobs are coming to their towns, even if they don’t know who is bringing them there.

Election 2024

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JD vance is returning to Georgia for the second time in two weeks

The Republican vice presidential nominee is expected to deliver remarks in Macon.

Sharply divided Georgia voters are more upbeat on the economy, AJC poll finds

Georgia voters still see the economy through partisan lenses, but sentiments have increased as Election Day approaches.

Ga. school shooting, abortion-related death among topics in VP Harris, Oprah livestream

Amber Thurman’s mother appeared with Vice President Kamala Harris and Oprah Winfrey during a campaign event in Michigan.

OPINION

MURPHY: A woman as president? No thanks, say one-fifth of Georgia voters

The latest AJC poll showed nearly 20% of Georgia voters believe having a female president would be "bad for the country."

Politically Georgia

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Donald Trump plans blitz of Georgia visits as presidential race tightens

The former president's campaign is expected to announce a rally in Savannah for next week.

Burt Jones’ texts show internal GOP rifts over Trump during 2020 election battle

Texts show Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones criticized Brian Kemp, other Republicans for failing to back Donald Trump after 2020 election.

Long-shot candidates still a strategic ‘part of the puzzle’ in bigger Georgia races

For Georgia Democrats on the ballot in strong GOP districts and Republicans running in districts President Joe Biden won in 2020, their candidacy is symbolic and strategic.

OPINION

09/20 Mike Luckovich: Siblings

The AJC's award-winning editorial cartoonist shares his latest takes on current events.

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Georgia

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These are the top issues on the minds of Georgia voters ahead of Election Day

The latest AJC poll found that Inflation and the economy top the list of concerns for voters in Georgia.

Georgia’s election board passed a rule that could delay the results of the presidential race

The requirement for hand-counting ballots on election night was approved by Republican board members who were praised by former President Donald Trump.

Judge rejects challenge to Georgia law that allows governor and others to raise unlimited campaign cash

The Democratic Party sought a preliminary injunction to block Georgia law that created “leadership committees,” offering exceptions to campaign funding limits.

US

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JD vance is returning to Georgia for the second time in two weeks

The Republican vice presidential nominee is expected to deliver remarks in Macon.

Kamala Harris links Georgia deaths to abortion limits and blames Republican ‘hypocrites’

Vice President Kamala Harris blamed Donald Trump and anti-abortion Republicans for the deaths of two Georgia women.

Will abortion be a decisive issue in Georgia? Kamala Harris hopes so

The vice president is coming to Georgia on Friday to talk about the state's law. AJC polling shows it's a top issue for a key group of voters.

Columnists

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OPINION

Patricia Murphy: A woman as president? No thanks, say one-fifth of Georgia voters

The latest AJC poll showed nearly 20% of Georgia voters believe having a female president would be "bad for the country."

OPINION

Jamie Dupree: You get a tax cut! You get a tax cut! And you get a tax cut!

Donald Trump has said he wants to end taxes on tips, overtime pay and Social Security benefits, and end limits on federal deductions for state and local taxes.

OPINION

Patricia Murphy: Georgia’s abortion law left these women in shambles

A U.S. Senate hearing held by Jon Ossoff heard stories from Georgia women affected by the state's six-week abortion ban.

Trump Investigations

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Burt Jones’ texts show internal GOP rifts over Trump during 2020 election battle

Texts show Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones criticized Brian Kemp, other Republicans for failing to back Donald Trump after 2020 election.

Fani Willis skips senate hearing as Georgia lawmakers note Legislature’s subpoena power

The legal fight is expected to heat up in the coming weeks in Fulton County Superior Court.

Georgia’s lieutenant governor won’t be charged in election interference case

Burt Jones, one of former President Donald Trump’s staunchest defenders in Georgia politics, was among the GOP electors labeled a “target” of the Fulton County investigation.

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MLB postseason picture: Phillies clinch playoff spot; Braves still two out

Braves squander opportunity to gain ground with loss to Marlins

Braves notes: Albies returns; Riley readies for checkmark; López update

Atlanta Braves pitching coach Rick Kranitz returns to the team

Falcons

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Arthur Blank excited about how Falcons are shaping up

Demaryius Thomas, several Falcons and local players among nominees for Hall of Fame

As mobile quarterbacks become NFL norm, Falcons ride pocket-passer Kirk Cousins

The NFL was once ruled by QBs who did their work mostly from the pocket. Now, there's an unprecedented era of mobile quarterbacks. So far, Falcons have faced 2 of the top 3.

Falcons’ injury report: Tyler Allgeier all set to face Chiefs on Sunday

Bulldogs

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‘College GameDay’ will be on hand for Week 5 game between Georgia football-Alabama

"College GameDay" will be in Tuscaloosa, Ala., for next week's game against Georgia and Alabama.

Alabama, Georgia quietly prepare for monumental matchup Sept. 28 in Tuscaloosa

Each team has had a bye week to get ready for the Sept. 28 game at Alabama.

Jalon Walker, pressuring quarterback among positives for Georgia Bulldogs’ defense

Georgia Tech

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Everything you need to know about Georgia Tech at No. 19 Louisville

How to watch Georgia Tech at No. 19 Louisville: TV & radio info, streaming, odds

Returning home, Jordan van den Berg emerges as star for Georgia Tech’s defense

Jordan van den Berg’s journey to Georgia Tech is not a tale of the conventional path.

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Southern Fried Soccer: Atlanta United ties Miami, faces New York Red Bulls

Atlanta United needs a good start against New York Red Bulls

Info to know: Atlanta United at New York Red Bulls

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Week 6 high school football scores

Allatoona 42, Dalton 29

Norcross 27, Peachtree Ridge 26

Food & Dining

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Elsewhere Brewing to close both locations in late October

The owners of Atlanta’s Elsewhere Brewing announced they will close both of the brewery’s location on Oct. 28.

Good luck everyday: A South African twist on hoppin’ John

Southern recipes: Mark Henegan, a native of South Africa and owner of the Bush Farmhouse in Black Mountain, North Carolina, shares a reimagining of hoppin' John.

New Dumpling Factory in Atlanta’s Westside Paper manufactures delight

The Dumpling Factory in Atlanta feels much less like a factory and more like a neighborhood gathering spot.

DBA Tacos and BBQ opens in Clarkston for smoked meats and tacos

UATL

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Welcome to UATL: The AJC’s new home for Black culture

You can’t truly love Atlanta if you don’t love Black culture. That's why we’re building something special at UATL and inviting you to become a member of our community.

Ancestry site launches newspaper research tool for families impacted by slavery

‘Rich as in spirit’: In Atlanta farewell, friends, family, fans celebrate Rich Homie Quan

Rapper Rich Homie Quan, the rhymer, son, brother, father and former baseball star who helped shaped the Atlanta rap scene died at 34.

Rich Homie Quan’s love for baseball never faded

Before music, Rich Homie Quan's first love was baseball.

Things to Do

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Where can I find it: screen storm windows, jewelry appraisal, cake mix with icing

15 things to do this weekend: Festivals and North Georgia State Fair

Looking for something to do this weekend in metro Atlanta?

Singer-pianist Norah Jones brings ‘Visions’ to Chastain on Saturday

Lifestyle

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Scientists prove ‘mommy brain’ and other ways pregnancy affects the mind

A new study offers the first detailed map of the human brain throughout and after pregnancy

Why you might want to turn down those free food samples at the store

From Costco to Sam's Club, free food samples are sometimes only a bite away. But even the healthiest of them can lead to unhealthy choices, according to a new study.

New fashion exhibition features African haute couture worn by Zendaya

Imane Ayissi's "From Africa to the World” at SCAD FASH displays haute couture fashion made with sustainable materials honoring the designer's African homeland and heritage.

Arts & Culture

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Review: Atlanta artist maps journeys from Korea to across Georgia at MOCA GA

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra dazzles in opener of 80th season

ASO paired a Mahler symphony and Schumann cello concerto for its premiere performance.

Bookshelf: ‘Night Magic’ makes a case for embracing the dark

'Night Magic' be Leigh Ann Henian makes a case for exploring nature's nocturnal wonders.

Entertainment

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Zoo Atlanta’s four pandas are leaving in mid October

The four pandas at Zoo Atlanta will return to China in mid October. A going away party is scheduled for Oct. 5.

EXCLUSIVE: The Atlanta History Center creating new children’s experience

The Atlanta History Center is building out its first indoor children's experience with iconic Atlanta institutions like the Fox Theatre and the Varsity included.

Impressionist painters make an impression via Eclipso Atlanta’s VR experience

"Tonight with the Impressionists" is a new VR experience at the Eclipso Centre near the Beltline.

Health

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Abortion clinics — and patients — are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

Armed guards, panic buttons: The changes coming to one Georgia hospital system

Visitors to some hospitals and clinics will be able to see the new measures being taken to keep health care workers safe.

The mother of the Georgia woman who died from abortion complications says her death was preventable

Amber Thurman’s mother appeared with Vice President Kamala Harris and Oprah Winfrey during a campaign event in Michigan.

Travel

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Delta to launch Atlanta-Naples flights, restart Brussels route

Delta is launching flights from Atlanta to Naples.

Clingmans Dome in Smoky Mountains reverts to its Cherokee name, Kuwohi

More than 150 years ago, a surveyor named the highest peak in the park after a Confederate general

All the banana pudding you can eat will be just a few hours away

Music and good eating will be in high supply at Tennessee’s National Banana Pudding Festival

News Partners

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This Columbus native is Georgia’s Strongest Man

At 6-foot-6-inches and 335 pounds, it isn’t news that Trotter Barringer is strong. Now, the Columbus native officially has the title of Georgia’s Strongest Man.

How to talk to anxious children about climate change

Therapists and educators are urging parents to listen to their kids and help them understand that climate anxiety is normal.

Rome school teams up with Crumbl Cookies for tasty lessons

Third-grade teachers at Model Elementary School created 'Crumbl Day' to help students learn division and multiplication in a fun way.

Special Features

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At Home with Atlanta Chefs

New Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown

Aging in Atlanta

Investigations

Apparent aunt of Ga. school shooting suspect called authorities: ‘I’m just worried it was him’

A woman identifying herself as the aunt of Georgia's alleged school shooter frantically called Barrow County authorities saying she was worried her nephew was involved.

Another jail contractor accuses Fulton Sheriff Patrick Labat of nonpayment

Another jail contractor is accusing Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat of racking up hundreds of thousands in unpaid bills, raising further questions about Labat's spending.

Officer in 2023 threat case told alleged Georgia school shooter: ‘I gotta take you at your word’

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office investigated Colt Gray in 2023 about making online school shooting threats. Officers questioned him for only a few minutes. Story and video

Video

Harris blames “Trump abortion ban” for deaths of Georgia women

Vice President Kamala Harris centers campaign event on recent ProPublica report tying the deaths of two Georgia woman to the state's six-week abortion ban.

Kamala Harris joins Oprah to discuss abortion, gun rights

The cleanest beach on the East Coast is just a state away

Photos

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Photos: Braves drop first game of series with Marlins

Photos from the Braves at Marlins game on Friday, September 20, 2024. The Braves lost 4-3.

PHOTOS: Kamala Harris tackles Georgia abortion ban during metro Atlanta visit

The Democratic presidential candidate's visit was spurred in part by the deaths of two Georgia women that media reports have tied to GOP-backed anti-abortion policies.

K9 Sherlock

Meet Sherlock, the newest electronic detection K9 at the Cobb County Sheriff's Office.

Podcasts

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Southern Fried Soccer: Atlanta United ties Miami, faces New York Red Bulls

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Georgia is still a toss-up for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, political scientists say

UGA political science professor Trey Hood and Amy Steigerwalt, the department chair of political science at Georgia State discussed the new poll on Politically Georgia.