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Emily Merwin DiRico has been doing information design and news application development at the AJC since she arrived as a summer intern in 2009. Her mission is to help readers understand complex data and how it affects them.
Pete Corson is a Presentation Specialist for the Digital Storytellers team and works closely with the Enterprise and Investigative teams. He has worked at the AJC since 1998. He enjoys bringing the best of the paper's journalism to life on your digital devices and finding new ways to tell the stories that make Atlanta unique.
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China's factory activity contracts for 7th month, reflecting tariffs pressure on trade
China has reported its factory activity contracted for a seventh straight month in October, reflecting pressure from higher U.S. tariffs and sluggish domestic demand
Blue Jays' Addison Barger hits the first pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger launched the first pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history during Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers
Cyclone Montha making landfall in India, threatening millions with torrential rains and gusty winds
India's weather office says Cyclone Montha has started making landfall along the country's eastern coast
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MARTA and Beltline rail two big transportation items on mayor’s agenda
While reaffirming his commitment to building light rail along the Beltline, Mayor Dickens says the first segment should go where transportation needs are greatest: SW Atlanta.
Georgia women face geographic gaps in prenatal care
Fewer than half of Georgia's counties have a full-time OB-GYN, according to data analyzed by the AJC, and many women lack the time and money to make regular prenatal visits.
Ex-Stonecrest mayor accused of lying about prison time to run for City Council
Jason Lary, who spent more than two years in prison after he admitted pocketing COVID relief money, allegedly claimed he was not a convicted felon in pre-election paperwork.