PHOTOS: Atlanta and nation observe MLK holiday

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s hometown church Ebenezer Baptist Church celebrates the life of the Civil Rights leader. Communities nationwide celebrate King with a day of service.

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Dr. Bernice A. King, daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., speaks during the 57th Martin Luther King, Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Monday, January 20, 2025, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)

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Photos: Hawks defeat Sixers at State Farm Arena

The home team played without All-Star Trae Young and defeated Philadelphia in game four of a season-long six-game homestand.

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Photos: Atlanta United takes the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Prime time soccer in downtown Atlanta Saturday against New York Red Bulls.

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Photos: Hawks top Pacers at State Farm Arena

Two days after defeating Indiana on its home court, Atlanta earned an exciting two-point win on Saturday.

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Photos: Wheeler beats Newton for 6A boys crown

Photos from the Wheeler vs. Newton class 6A boys championship game in the Georgia high school basketball state tournament on March 8, 2025. Wheeler won 61-56.

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Photos: Newton edges Grayson in class 6A girls

Photos from the Grayson vs. Newton class 6A girls championship game in the Georgia high school basketball state tournament on March 8, 2025. Newton won 59-56.

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Photos: Bulldogs finish regular season with win over Vanderbilt

Photos from Georgia's 79-68 victory over Vanderbilt on March 8, 2025.

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Photos: Tri-Cities tops Woodward for Class 5A boys title

Photos from the Woodward Academy vs. Tri-Cities game for the Class 5A boys state championship on March 7, 2025. Tri-Cities won 66-55.