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Marjorie Taylor Greene says she wants to help Donald Trump from Congress

Before the election, the Georgia congresswoman said she was interested in serving as homeland security secretary, overseeing plans to curtail illegal immigration.

Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Donald Trump and the party control of government

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OPINION

MURPHY: How Joe Rogan became the Walter Cronkite of 2024

The most consequential interview that President-elect Donald Trump did this year may not have been with a major network or news personality.

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

How the Nikema Williams drama could play out among Georgia Democrats

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is now among those pressuring Williams to resign as chair of the Georgia Democratic Party after Donald Trump won the state.

Her son walked less than a mile from home. She was arrested hours later

The boy, whom his mother describes as very independent, was just days from turning 11 when he set off alone on that late October day.

OPINION

It should not be a crime to lose track of your kids

A North Georgia mother is facing criminal charges because her 10-year-old walked alone. That’s absurd.

Once-shuttered solar factory resumes production outside Atlanta

More than five years after the solar manufacturer Suniva announced it was closing its Gwinnett County factory, finished solar cells are once again rolling off assembly lines.

City of Atlanta considers more money for training center security

Atlanta officials are considering heightened security measures at the training facility opponents call "Cop City" due to attacks on the site during construction.

Sports This Week and Beyond

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QB Kirk Cousins listed on Falcons’ injury report

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins, who was sacked three times and hit nine times in the 20-17 loss to the Saints Sunday, was listed on the team’s lengthy injury report.

5-star QB Julian Lewis to visit Georgia football this weekend for Tennessee game

The Carrollton quarterback is reportedly considering a flip from USC to Colorado, with the early signing period looming on December 4.

Braves fans won’t have new streaming option similar to plan for Hawks

Hawks not taking guard Dyson Daniels for granted

He's been a force defensively. What makes him all the more unique is that the Hawks can truly match him up against opposing players, up and down lineups.

Metro and State

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MARTA, Dickens say Five Points renovation can proceed

MARTA and Mayor Andre Dickens have reached a deal to move forward on the Five Points station renovation that will preserve pedestrian access during construction.

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Details of Okefenokee refuge expansion plan revealed as mine decision looms

Officials shared details on their plan to expand the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, as a mine proposed near its southeast corner is on the verge of becoming reality.

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Fulton County faces tough choices as it considers closing elementary schools

One school is in Sandy Springs, the other in East Point. The Fulton County school board is scheduled to make a final decision about the schools in February.

Holiday Happenings

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Make Marcus Bar & Grille’s M’s Cornbread

The recipe for the cornbread from Marcus Bar & Grille is sweet, a little bit spicy, and very moist and tangy from the sour cream and buttermilk.

Make-ahead turkey gravy is a tasty, nutritious and time-saving recipe

We assume gravy is an artery-clogging fat bomb, but it doesn’t have to be. You can have gravy that is good and good for you, too.

Try unexpected wines for your Thanksgiving table

This trio of wines might not fall into the “usual suspects” category for Thanksgiving, but they’re versatile and well-matched to the flavors of the season.

Thanksgiving recipes from the new book "When Southern Women Cook"

If you’re looking to augment your customary Thanksgiving menu, consider these six recipes from “When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes."

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Aging in place — the desire to live independently in your own home as you age — appeals to many older adults.

Griffin utility workers identified after fatal equipment failure

Griffin police said the incident occurred near Spalding and Little streets on Wednesday during work on a power project.

‘Love triangle’ murder in DeKalb leads to life in prison for 1 suspect

A 'love triangle' homicide leads to life in prison for Georgia man

Amazon truck driver arrested in deadly Cherokee hit-and-run crash

A 24-year-old Amazon truck driver faces a charge of vehicular homicide after authorities said he fatally struck a pedestrian during a Cherokee County hit-and-run.

Subpoenas provide details into Georgia school shooting investigation, prosecution

Subpoenas shed light on what investigators are seeking in their case against 14-year-old Colt Gray and his father, Colin, in the Apalachee High School shooting.

Health and Wellness

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The STD epidemic has slowed dramatically in the U.S. but not in Georgia

The U.S. syphilis epidemic slowed dramatically last year, gonorrhea cases fell and chlamydia cases remained below prepandemic levels.

What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do

Health experts say walking is an easy way to improve both physical and mental health, boost fitness, and prevent disease.

Ted Danson, 76, on aging: ‘Don’t slow down, just keep going ...’

"A Man on the Inside" star Ted Danson's view on aging was inspired by film icon Jane Fonda.

Forbes ranks Atlanta among least healthy U.S. cities

Detroit topped the list, while Atlanta fell within the 15 worst.

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Metro Atlanta

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MARTA, Dickens say Five Points renovation can proceed

MARTA and Mayor Andre Dickens have reached a deal to move forward on the Five Points station renovation that will preserve pedestrian access during construction.

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Her son walked less than a mile from home. She was arrested hours later

A North Georgia mother was arrested after her son took a walk alone along a two-lane road. Now she's clashing with a state agency over a proposed safety plan.

Cox Farms grows to largest greenhouse owner in North America

The indoor agriculture business of Cox Enterprises said Wednesday that it is now the largest operator of greenhouses in North America.

Georgia

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Here’s who’s joining the Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump is starting to fill key posts in his second administration. He has a 75-day transition period to build out his team before Inauguration Day.

Delta’s internal directory information leaked in data breach

Delta was affected by a data breach affecting dozens of companies.

Details of Okefenokee refuge expansion plan revealed as mine decision looms

Officials shared details on their plan to expand the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, as a mine proposed near its southeast corner is on the verge of becoming reality.

Nation & World

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Stock market today: Asian shares meander, tracking Wall Street's mixed finish as dollar surges

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Biden is sending aid to help Ukraine keep fighting next year, Blinken says

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What to know about Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, Trump's pick to serve as attorney general

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Opinion

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It should not be a crime to lose track of your kids

A North Georgia mother is facing criminal charges because her 10-year-old walked alone. That’s absurd.

OPINION

Take postelection claims with a truckload of salt

Demographic claims are still premature. Trump won, but that’s pretty much all we know for now.

Politically Georgia

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Trump’s high-stakes strategy worked. Flipping this Georgia county is proof

Republican Donald Trump, by focusing on his base, shattered a 20-year Democratic winning streak in middle Georgia's Baldwin County.

Educators prepare for how Trump could reshape school policy

Many educators and analysts expect Donald Trump's second term to bring changes in how schools and colleges operate and are funded. Here are some of the issues to watch.

OPINION

TORPY: Dems have lost the middle. And there’s not enough left to win

Democrats may have once been the traditional party of the "Little Guy," but it seems voters in the U.S. – and Georgia – just aren’t buying what they are selling.

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is pressuring Nikema Williams to step down as party chair, officials say

Georgia Democratic Party officials say U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is pushing U.S. Rep Nikema Williams to step down from her role as chair of the state Democratic Party.

Election 2024

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Matt Gaetz once faced a sex trafficking investigation by the Justice Department he could now lead

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for AG remains under scrutiny by the House Ethics Committee over allegations including sexual misconduct.

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Trump returns to Washington vowing a smooth transition -- something he didn't ensure four years ago

Sitting in front of a crackling fire, the rivals shook hands in the Oval Office as reporters looked on.

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11/13 Mike Luckovich: Transformer

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

Could Trump lower mortgage rates? What you need to know

It’s not just homebuyers and owners in Atlanta who could feel the effects of Trump’s policies. Developers could, too.

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Georgia

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Here’s who’s joining the Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump is starting to fill key posts in his second administration. He has a 75-day transition period to build out his team before Inauguration Day.

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Donald Trump could look to Georgia as he builds out his White House team

Here is a running list of some of the people in Georgia who have said they want to work in the president-elect’s White House or are in the mix.

Trump’s high-stakes strategy worked. Flipping this Georgia county is proof

Republican Donald Trump, by focusing on his base, shattered a 20-year Democratic winning streak in middle Georgia's Baldwin County.

US

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Marjorie Taylor Greene says she wants to help Donald Trump from Congress

Before the election, the Georgia congresswoman said she was interested in serving as homeland security secretary, overseeing plans to curtail illegal immigration.

Georgia members of Congress prepare for new GOP majority

With Republicans set to control the White House and U.S. Senate, and possibly the House, members of Georgia's delegation look forward to pursuing Trump’s America First agenda.

Former Trump aide Brian Jack elected to Georgia’s 3rd Congressional District

The Peachtree City resident worked in President Donald Trump’s White House and ran under his America First banner.

Columnists

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Patricia Murphy: How Joe Rogan became the Walter Cronkite of 2024

The most consequential interview that President-elect Donald Trump did this year may not have been with a major network or news personality.

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Patricia Murphy: It’s still the economy, stupid

Why did Trump win? It's still the economy, stupid.

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Jamie Dupree: GOP looks for major change with Trump 2.0

Now that Donald Trump has won the White House. GOP lawmakers are already dreaming big about changes they would like to make.

Trump Investigations

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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.

What Trump’s reelection means for his Fulton County criminal case

Donald Trump's victory could mean a delay in his Georgia election interference case. DA Fani Willis has not said, but experts say the case could be stalled until 2029

Falcons

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QB Kirk Cousins listed on Falcons’ injury report

Two defensive linemen out for Falcons, likely headed to injured reserve

Graham, Smith-Williams sidelined with injuries suffered in loss to Saints; Carter, Dorlus could see action Sunday vs. Broncos

Signing Darnell Mooney looks like a shrewd move by Falcons

Falcons went to Oregon to scout Broncos’ Bo Nix before NFL draft

UGA

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Georgia adds Trevor Etienne, Cash Jones to injury report; Vols QB listed as questionable

Georgia put out its first availability report entering Tennessee.

Paul Finebaum: Georgia should be ‘outraged’ by No. 12 CFP ranking

5-star QB Julian Lewis to visit Georgia football this weekend for Tennessee game

RJ Godfrey powers Georgia basketball to a double-digit win over North Florida

Georgia Tech

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How Damon Stoudamire used his NBA experience to build the 2025 recruiting class

Yellow Jackets say Eric Singleton Jr.’s slide embodies team-first mentality

Georgia Tech routs Texas Southern ahead of annual matchup with Georgia

United

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Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan: ‘We got the last laugh’

Veteran goalkeeper looks back at team's resiliency while overcoming challenges in playoff-series win over Inter Miami.

Why is Atlanta United winning? Ted Lasso has something to do with it

Atlanta United's impressive wins might have something to do with interim manager Rob Valentino's Ted Lasso-like influence.

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High Schools

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GHSA Cheerleading takes center stage at Macon Coliseum

Clarke Central football, with its ‘most complete team’ under Perno, readies for playoffs

5-star QB Julian Lewis to visit Georgia football this weekend for Tennessee game

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Georgia State can’t hold big lead, loses to Jacksonville State

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Braves fans won’t have new streaming option similar to plan for Hawks

Atlanta TV sports listings

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

Food & Dining

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Local restaurant’s banana pudding serves history with a sweet twist

Gene’s went from a pop-up to a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Atlanta’s East Lake neighborhood — but aside from fine-tuning, their banana pudding recipe remains the same.

Atlanta restaurateur switching from seafood to steak at his next restaurant

Clark's Steakhouse, from Atlanta restaurateur Rich Clark of C&S Seafood, is coming to Buckhead next summer.

Bring these recipes shaped by Southern women to your Thanksgiving table

If you’re looking to augment your customary Thanksgiving menu, consider these six recipes from “When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes."

For Thanksgiving wines, try the unexpected

This trio of wines might not fall into the “usual suspects” category for Thanksgiving, but they’re versatile and well-matched to the flavors of the season.

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