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Georgia Kia and Hyundai plants to get steel from new $6B Louisiana factory

Hyundai Motor Group announced plans at the White House on Monday to invest $21 billion in its U.S. vehicle supply chain, including a steel factory in Louisiana.

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Some Cobb County internet systems down after ‘unusual activity’

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Atlanta’s first studio focused on Native American storytelling launches

Studio of the Americas, as it is called, has established offices at Tyler Perry Studios.

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Metro Atlanta officials look to lure Ukrainian drone makers to the region

Though current relations between the two countries’ presidents may be frosty, local leaders see Ukrainian drone companies as a way to bring in high-paying tech jobs.

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Art of the failed deal: How Murphy Crossing development fell apart

The development would have brought stable housing to a historically neglected part of Atlanta. What exactly derailed the project depends on whom you ask.

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TORPY: Progress on Atlanta’s Tree Ordinance is like a slow growing oak

When Atlanta discussed changing its tree ordinance, columnist Bill Torpy wrote it would be finished "not long before the leaves change color.” That was in 2019.

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‘Affectionate Anarchy’ celebrates 70-year anniversary of The Jim Henson Company

Atlanta’s Carolyn Cook stars in solo play about a Vietnam War stenographer

Gridlock Guy: Lessons learned from becoming a true Atlanta commuter

After years of covering conditions during drive time, I am a part of the gridlock daily. Here are a few lessons that my joining the masses in Atlanta traffic has given me.

Life in the Black mecca: We want to hear from you

Is Atlanta truly America’s Black mecca? It’s a question worth asking and we need your feedback.

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Northside Hospital and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution are teaming up to give away Zoo Atlanta Family Memberships.

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Safety has long been a top priority at Uber.

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February 7 marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), a moment to both honor the significant progress made...

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Is Atlanta still America’s Black mecca? This native isn’t so sure

A new monthly content series from UATL — the AJC’s Black culture franchise — will shed light on the reality (or mirage) behind this question.

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Atlanta employees asked to return to City Hall in April

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens administration has mandated that thousands of employees return to in-person work at City Hall in April.

‘Watch What Crappens’ podcaster says ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ isn’t dead yet

The popular daily podcast "Watch What Crappens," which comically parses Bravo TV shows and related fare, is doing a live taping at Variety Playhouse March 23, 2025.

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Cumming city employee charged in vehicle death of coworker

Civil Rights Movement anniversary celebration marches forward to Montgomery

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Ed Buckley, top Atlanta civil rights lawyer, dies after cancer battle

Prominent Atlanta-based employment and civil rights attorney Ed Buckley died Wednesday after battling cancer.

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Bookshelf: Grit lit, WWI bio, culinary mystery among small and indie press offerings

This week, check out four new books from small and independent presses, including "Work Is Fun" by Steve Carse, cofounder and CEO of King of Pops.

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Walk into a ‘kaleidoscope’ at a digital art installation at Ponce City Market

A new pop-up installation at Ponce City Market features art from three Atlanta digital artists who explore themes of health, wellness and medicine.

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Man dies after fall from 19th floor at Atlanta construction site, police say

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Check out three new reality shows with Atlanta ties

Three reality shows with Atlanta ties just came out and we summarize Discovery's "Filthy Fortunes," TLC's "Jay & Pamela" and Hallmark+'s "Home is Where the Heart Is."