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Young Thug trial: Case headed to jury after closing arguments

Fulton County prosecutors rested their case against the 2 remaining co-defendants in Young Thug trial wrapping up the longest trial in Georgia's history.

Rivian poised to get $6B federal loan to build Georgia factory

The U.S. Department of Energy on Tuesday announced it awarded electric vehicle startup Rivian a nearly $6 billion loan to start construction of a massive factory in Georgia.

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Father guilty of murder in death of baby found at Georgia Buc-ee’s

Christopher Scott Palmer, the father of a severely injured 9-month-old boy, was found guilty Monday of murder in Georgia.

Walmart becomes latest - and biggest - company to roll back its DEI policies

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Text-recognition election audit verifies voting machine count in Georgia

A new type of election audit used optical character recognition to check all 5.3 million ballots cast on Georgia voting machines. The results were nearly identical.

Trump’s second presidential term could be a boon for Georgia cryptocurrencies

The crypto industry raised millions for Donald Trump's campaign, and Georgia's crypto industry is optimistic his presidency will be a boon for the digital asset space.

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Atlantans brace for impact of Trump’s HUD

Housing advocates told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution they fear what the next four years will bring.

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'I persevered, against all odds, and WON,' Trump says as special counsel moves to drop federal cases

The federal prosecutors' move on Monday is in light of longstanding Justice Department policy that says sitting presidents cannot face criminal prosecution.

Sports This Week

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With SEC title game looming, Georgia Bulldogs’ focus ‘100% on Georgia Tech’

Friday is game day in the rivalry known as “Clean Old-Fashioned Hate.”

Kyrie Irving’s dominant fourth quarter leads Mavericks past Hawks

Five observations from Monday's game ....

Hawks honor late Dikembe Mutombo. Basketball was ‘steppingstone to do something bigger’

A recent AJC reader poll showed if the Hawks were to erect a second statue – Wilkins is the only individual currently with that honor – it should be Mutombo.

Vibe trade for No. 1 overall pick, select Merritt Beason in Pro Volleyball Federation draft

Metro and State

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When to expect the worst Thanksgiving traffic

In 2023, 23 were killed on Georgia roads during Thanksgiving period

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Meet the rare class of 100 year olds who live in Atlanta

Centenarians hold secrets to longevity, whether through resilience or genetics. Hear their stories in the South, where life expectancy is the lowest in the U.S.

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Anchor Justin Farmer leaving broadcast news and WSB-TV for finance

He joined the television station in 2008 and will continue to serve as a special contributor.

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See the moment Jose Ibarra was found guilty in killing of Laken Riley

Former Georgia Senator Loeffler shares comments on Trump's cabinet

Georgia House minority leader calls efforts to remove Democratic chair "distasteful"

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Get help with mental illness from Kaiser Permanente
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Art, seafood and more: 5 can’t-miss fall festivals in Daytona Beach
Sunny Daytona Beach also boasts another title: The Festival Capital of Florida.
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Bavarian Christmas: A new twist on the holiday season
Celebrate the most wonderful time of year with a Bavarian Christmas in the Northeast Georgia mountains.

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More classical, jazz concerts finding homes in Atlanta’s religious spaces

A short list of churches and synagogues in Atlanta that host professional musical concerts includes First Presbyterian, the Temple and Cathedral of St. Philip.

Jan Dan of Douglasville makes top 8 on season 26′s ‘The Voice’

Jan Dan is the first singer from metro Atlanta to make it to the top 8 on "The Voice." Two others with Atlanta ties are vying for top 8 next week.

Atlanta’s newest VR experience features dinosaurs, prehistoric flora, fauna

The third and latest VR experience at Eclipso Atlanta by the Beltline explores life's evolutionary past over billions of years.

Graffiti is tough to learn. This artist offers classes on the Atlanta Beltline

Classes are rare, and artists are reluctant to share their techniques or guide newcomers into the craft.

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Metro Atlanta

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump attends a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket on Nov. 19, 2024, in Brownsville, Texas. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images/TNS)

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Atlantans brace for impact of Trump’s HUD

Housing advocates told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution they fear what the next four years will bring.

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Santa Claus, meet Fluffy: Festive pets take over holiday photo tradition

Some spots offer pet visits with Santa for free or by donation; others charge up to $60 for photo packages.

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When to expect the worst Thanksgiving traffic

In 2023, 23 were killed on Georgia roads during Thanksgiving period

Georgia

Sabrina Eijan takes a photograph of the new Rivian R2 prototype that will eventually be made in Georgia at the Ponce City Market in Atlanta on April 27, 2024. (Steve Schaefer / AJC)

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Rivian poised to get $6B federal loan to build Georgia factory

The U.S. Department of Energy on Tuesday announced it awarded electric vehicle startup Rivian a nearly $6 billion loan to start construction of a massive factory in Georgia.

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Father guilty of murder in death of baby found at Georgia Buc-ee’s

Christopher Scott Palmer, the father of a severely injured 9-month-old boy, was found guilty Monday of murder in Georgia. The family roamed the U.S. in a motor home.

Here’s who’s joining the Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump has selected the heads of executive branch departments. Several other picks that are traditionally Cabinet-level remain.

Nation & World

FILE - Rod Stewart performs at the Platinum Jubilee concert taking place in front of Buckingham Palace, London, Saturday June 4, 2022, on the third of four days of celebrations to mark the Platinum Jubilee. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant, Pool, File)

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Rock star Rod Stewart to play Glastonbury Festival next year

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White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Black neighbor in lengthy dispute

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Top EU diplomat says Israel has 'no excuses' to refuse a ceasefire with Hezbollah

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Opinion

A kayaker passes along Woodall Shoals on the Chattooga River on June 22, 2012, in Clayton, Georgia. (David Goldman/AP)

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OPINION

Floating Georgia’s creeks shouldn’t require permission

A state House subcommittee is examining whether landowners along streams and rivers have private rights to those waterways.

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11/26 Mike Luckovich: Head in the Sand

OPINION

Trump’s success depends on Republicans holding him accountable

Matt Gaetz’s exit from Cabinet consideration was a sign that the system is holding.

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OPINION

11/26 Mike Luckovich: Head in the Sand

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

Georgia starts budget season with $16.5 billion in reserves

Georgia officials will begin the upcoming budget season with plenty of cash on hand and no shortage of ways to spend it.

They were tasked to investigate deaths of pregnant women. Georgia dismissed them all

Georgia's Maternal Mortality Review Committee members have been dismissed after reports on the deaths of Amber Thurman and Candi Miller became public.

INTERACTIVE MAPS

How Georgia counties shifted in the 2024 election

Most Georgia counties have shifted to the right, setting the stage for Donald Trump's victory. Here is deep look at county-level results for the recent presidential elections.

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Georgia

Election workers look over provisional ballots on Election Day at Gwinnett County Voter Registrations & Elections, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Lawrenceville.

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Text-recognition election audit verifies voting machine count in Georgia

A new type of election audit used optical character recognition to check all 5.3 million ballots cast on Georgia voting machines. The results were nearly identical.

Georgia starts budget season with $16.5 billion in reserves

Georgia officials will begin the upcoming budget season with plenty of cash on hand and no shortage of ways to spend it.

Here’s who’s joining the Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump has selected the heads of executive branch departments. Several other picks that are traditionally Cabinet-level remain.

US

President-elect Donald Trump was once skeptical of cryptocurrencies but now says he’ll be a “crypto-president.” The company that operates Trump’s Truth Social, Trump Media and Technology Group, has reportedly made inroads toward buying Bakkt, an Alpharetta-based cryptocurrency company. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Trump’s second presidential term could be a boon for Georgia cryptocurrencies

The crypto industry raised millions for Donald Trump's campaign, and Georgia's crypto industry is optimistic his presidency will be a boon for the digital asset space.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene to lead House subcommittee focused on cutting government spending

Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene will lead the new House Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency working alongside Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.

Kemp elected to lead influential Republican governors group

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp was elected the next chair of the Republican Governors Association on Wednesday.

Columnists

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OPINION

Patricia Murphy: The election is over. It’s time to start living life again

Election cycles now stretch over years. It’s exhausting and contributes to divisiveness. Set it aside. Live a little. Maybe get a horse. An essay about life beyond politics.

OPINION

Jamie Dupree: Congress treads water in lame duck

The 118th Congress is playing out its final days, and it still has unfinished business.

OPINION

Patricia Murphy: A Trump mandate - cheaper eggs or a free Matt Gaetz?

The only problem with winning an election by a large margin, as President-elect Donald Trump did last week, is listening to the message that voters were trying to send you.

Trump Investigations

FILE - President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with the House GOP conference, Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington.

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Georgia appeals court cancels hearing in election interference case against Donald Trump

Georgia Court of Appeals cancels Dec. 5 arguments involving defense efforts to remove DA Fani Willis as prosecutor in Donald Trump's election interference case.

Supreme Court rejects appeal of Mark Meadows in Georgia election interference case

U.S. Supreme Court rules Georgia election interference case against former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows will remain in Fulton County

Donald Trump’s lawyers will seek to dismiss Georgia election interference case

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, his legal team will try to get his election interference case in Georgia dismissed.

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Five things to know about Falcons after bye week

Vote: Will Falcons defeat Chargers?

Metro Atlanta’s Robert Mathis, Hines Ward advance in Hall of Fame vote

Ex-Falcons John Abraham, Cornelius Bennett did not make cut from 50 to 25 in the semifinals of the election process.

Five things we learned from Falcons loss to Broncos

With six games left, the Atlanta Falcons sit atop the NFC South but must solve their penalty issues and prevent a total collapse on defense.

Georgia Tech

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Yellow Jackets top No. 21 Oregon, move to 6-0

Tech’s Aaron Philo earns PFF top-rated QB in Week 13, ACC rookie of the week

Another top-10 opponent on tap for a Georgia Tech team that has beaten two this season

United

Atlanta United midfielder Dax McCarty (13) battles for possession during the second half in their MLS Eastern Conference Semifinal playoff match on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Orlando. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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Southern Fried Soccer: Atlanta United’s season ends with playoff loss and what’s next?

Predicting Atlanta United’s end-of-season roster moves

Atlanta United’s Rob Valentino provides simple answer for what’s next

High Schools

Fellowship Christian Paladins helmets rest on the field at Barron Stadium in Rome on Aug. 19, 2022 during the 31st annual Corky Kell Classic. (Adam Krohn/for the AJC)

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Class A Div. 1: Region 1 sends trio to Quarterfinals

Football coaching changes: Meadowreek, Veterans bring number of openings to 23

Buford wide receiver flips commitment to Georgia Tech from Louisville

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Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) comes out during player introductions wearing a shirt to honor Dikembe Mutombo during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Atlanta, at State Farm Arena. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

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Kyrie Irving’s dominant fourth quarter leads Mavericks past Hawks

Five observations from Monday's game ....

Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

Hawks honor late Dikembe Mutombo. Basketball was ‘steppingstone to do something bigger’

A recent AJC reader poll showed if the Hawks were to erect a second statue – Wilkins is the only individual currently with that honor – it should be Mutombo.

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Get in the holiday spirit with these festive pop-up bars around metro Atlanta

Quite a few metro area restaurants and bars are offering holiday and seasonal pop-ups.

T’s Brunch Bar opens new locations and more metro Atlanta restaurant news

T's Brunch Bar opens at Cumberland Mall and more metro Atlanta restaurant news.

Get Thanksgiving wine recommendations from three Atlanta experts

The task of choosing wine to pair with Thanksgiving festivities can be overwhelming. To take the stress out of picking wines, we asked Atlanta sommeliers for their advice.

How your Thanksgiving meal gets to you in time for the holidays

Metro Atlanta-based Honey Baked Ham and UPS plan months in advance to make sure hams arrive in time for the holidays.

UATL
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Graffiti is tough to learn. This artist offers classes on the Atlanta Beltline

Classes are rare, and artists are reluctant to share their techniques or guide newcomers into the craft.

Gayle officially out as Spelman College president

Dr. Helene Gayle will not be returning as president of Atlanta's Spelman College after taking a leave of absence.

Hip-hop’s biggest stars finding harmony with Atlanta orchestral groups

After recent shows with Atlanta rappers Gucci Mane, Jeezy, and T.I., the Atlanta Pops Orchestra is continuing its hip-hop-themed shows with Jadakiss and Rick Ross.

Killer Mike and T.I.’s reimagined Bankhead Seafood opens

Atlanta's beloved Bankhead Seafood officially reopens on Sunday after shuttering suddenly in 2018 following 50 years in operation.

Things to Do

Lights of Joy is presented at the private home and property of Richard and Sherrie Taylor in Kennesaw. "I love giving," Richard Taylor said, "and this is our way of giving back to the community.” Courtesy of Richard Taylor

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Kennesaw couple lights up lots of lives with eye-popping Christmas displays

Callanwolde’s Winter House kicks off nine days of art, music, holiday cheer

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Santa Claus, meet Fluffy: Festive pets take over holiday photo tradition

Some spots offer pet visits with Santa for free or by donation; others charge up to $60 for photo packages.

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Lifestyle

How to properly clean your cellphone

Why using a cellphone on the toilet can become a pain in your bottom

Although germs are enough of a reason to leave your phone in another room, there is another reason many likely haven’t thought of

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Designer David Tann wants new MODA residency to increase creative diversity

Atlanta-born brand marketer and creative director becomes Museum of Design Atlanta's first Designer-in-Residence.

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Psychotherapist’s socializing tips to get introverts through the holidays

Just a few tricks, and others will never believe you might be a little shy around them

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Arts & Culture

Portrait of David Tann, founder and CEO of Tantrum Agency and MODA’ s first Designer-in-Residence at Museum of Design Atlanta, Thursday, November 14, 2024, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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Designer David Tann wants new MODA residency to increase creative diversity

Atlanta-born brand marketer and creative director becomes Museum of Design Atlanta's first Designer-in-Residence.

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Like getting the blues or feeling jazzy? Here are recommended concerts

More classical, jazz concerts finding homes in Atlanta’s religious spaces

A short list of churches and synagogues in Atlanta that host professional musical concerts includes First Presbyterian, the Temple and Cathedral of St. Philip.

Entertainment

THE VOICE -- "The Playoffs Premiere" Episode 2615 -- Pictured: Jan Dan -- (Photo by: Casey Durkin/NBC)

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Jan Dan of Douglasville makes top 8 on season 26′s ‘The Voice’

Jan Dan is the first singer from metro Atlanta to make it to the top 8 on "The Voice." Two others with Atlanta ties are vying for top 8 next week.

Anchor Justin Farmer leaving broadcast news and WSB-TV for finance

Farmer, an Atlanta native and Emmy-winning journalist, said he will also serve as a special contributor on economic, financial and political issues for Channel 2 Action News.

In concert, Mariah Carey cements status as Queen of Christmas

Mariah Carey's time on stage was relatively brief but she gave her fans a sampling of original and classic xmas tunes plus five of her biggest pop hits.

Health

In a social media statement released Sunday, The Potter’s House wrote, “During today’s service, Bishop T.D. Jakes experienced a slight health incident..."

T.D. Jakes, megachurch pastor with ties to Atlanta, suffers medical emergency

Bishop T.D. Jakes was speaking to churchgoers at The Potter's House of Dallas on Sunday when he sat down and began trembling as several people gathered around him.

Pass the stuffing and gravy? Not if you’re on Ozempic

For Atlantans on Ozempic, Wegovy or other weight-loss drugs, Thanksgiving dinner can be a challenge. Two Atlanta dieticians offer advice on how to handle the menu.

What if we could use video games to get kids to exercise more?

Travel

Why is Mardi Gras called Fat Tuesday?

5 places to stop on a jambalaya tour of New Orleans

Forget the beads and booze, and take a tour of this Louisiana city to satisfy your taste buds

Delta to serve Shake Shack burgers in first class on some flights

Delta will serve Shake Shack burgers on some flights out of Boston. But that offering is expected to expand to other cities next year.

Winter Travel: Culinary destinations add flavor to cold-weather getaways

From oysters in Kingsland, Georgia, to truffles in Napa, California, liven up the winter months with a trip to one of these tasty culinary destinations.

News Partners

As high school sophomores Calder Johnson (left) and Jack Faught started Trees for Tuition in 2015, delivering Christmas trees out of Johnson’s pick-up truck to save money for college. (Courtesy of Morgan Stangster)

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Trees for Tuition cheerfully opens fifth location this holiday season

The nonprofit Trees for Tuition sells Christmas trees to support college scholarships, PTOs, tree plantings, and more.

They were tasked to investigate deaths of pregnant women. Georgia dismissed them all

Georgia's Maternal Mortality Review Committee members have been dismissed after reports on the deaths of Amber Thurman and Candi Miller became public.

Special Features

AAJC092224 Black Mountain, NC: Executive chef and owner Mark Henegan of The Bush Mountain Farmhouse sits down to eat the restaurant's signature Hoppin' John. Photo taken September 5, 2024 at The Bush Mountain Farmhouse. AAJC 092224 southern classics vegan bbq (GRACE DICKINSON FOR THE THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION)

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Southern Classics — Reimagined

Aging in Atlanta

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Investigations

An Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation has found that violations at assisted living and large personal care homes rarely resulted in fines from the Department of Community Health, despite recent legislation giving the state agency more power to enforce violations. At right are the DCH headquarters at the Twin Towers State Buildings in downtown Atlanta. (Illustration by Pete Corson/AJC)

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INVESTIGATION

Still unprotected: Senior care homes skate by with few fines

In 2020, Georgia passed reforms to better hold assisted living and personal care homes accountable for violations — four years later, the sector looks much the same.

State officials expressed concern about safety of Sapelo gangway prior to October collapse

A 2022 gangway collapse in St. Marys alarmed state DNR officials, who realized gangway was built by the same contractor who constructed Sapelo Island’s.

Little drama for Fulton County on election night after previous troubles

Video

ajc.com

Meet the rare class of 100 year olds who live in Atlanta

Centenarians hold secrets to longevity, whether through resilience or genetics. Hear their stories in the South, where life expectancy is the lowest in the US.

Former Georgia Senator Loeffler shares comments on Trump's cabinet

Former Senator Kelly Loeffler reflects on president-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks, commitment to advancing his agenda, and advocating for rural America.

Fast facts on Melissa Gilbert

Photos

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) comes out during player introductions wearing a shirt to honor Dikembe Mutombo during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Atlanta, at State Farm Arena. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

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Photos: Hawks honor Mutombo, fall to Mavericks at State Farm Arena

Atlanta falls short on the night it recognized legendary player and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo, who died in September.

Jonesboro High School marching band

The Jonesboro High School marching band has been selected to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

Photos: Kennesaw State knocks off Rutgers in thriller

The Kennesaw State men's basketball team defeated No. 24 Rutgers at the Convocation Center, 79-77.

Podcasts

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) scores a goal during the second half of their MLS playoff opening round soccer match against Atlanta United, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

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Southern Fried Soccer: Previewing Atlanta United at Orlando in MLS playoffs

Host Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews the Sunday match.

LISTEN

LGBTQ+ rights advocate warns Republicans against focusing on transgender restrictions

Georgia State Director of the Human Rights Campaign Bentley Hudgins weighs in on what transgender legislation could be proposed in the upcoming legislative session.

LISTEN

Kelly Loeffler explains why she is backing Matt Gaetz for attorney general

Former Georgia U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler spoke with the AJC’s ‘Politically Georgia’ podcast about her support of Donald Trump’s pick of Matt Gaetz for attorney general.