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Atlanta Mayor Dickens agrees to sell detention center to Fulton for $68M

He accepted the Fulton commission’s latest offer Tuesday, even though it doesn’t include funding for a future hospital on Atlanta’s Southside.

Large Atlanta law firm nabs rival’s team to open new office

Atlanta labor and employment law firm Ogletree Deakins is opening its 61st office with a nine-lawyer team it poached from competitor Littler Mendelson in Monterrey, Mexico.

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80 years after Moore’s Ford, grand jury transcripts must be released

The 1946 Moore’s Ford lynchings have been the subject of books, documentaries and court battles, yet records from the grand jury investigation remain hidden from the public.

Adored Atlanta-area roller coaster gets new life in new home. But where?

ArieForce One, popular among roller coaster aficionados, was shuttered in Georgia last month but will have a new home after it was acquired by Six Flags.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia spring game: How to watch, game time, TV channel for 2026 G-Day

A guide to Georgia football's spring game, including how to watch, the game time and TV information for 2026 G-Day. It's the final practice of the spring for the Bulldogs.

BULLDOGS

New names to know for Georgia football ahead of G-Day

For nearly 40 members of the Georgia team, Saturday will be their first experience inside Sanford Stadium with fans.

KEN SUGIURA

Alberto Mendoza has quickly made quite an impression at Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza, the brother of Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, has made a strong first impression at the Yellow Jackets' spring practices.

BULLDOGS

Georgia football: The RSVPs from recruits for G-Day have a few surprise names

UGA expects to host its two-highest-rated 2027 commits in town on Saturday for G-Day.

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FROM UATL

NABJ’s ‘Thumbs Down Award’ came for Stephen A. Smith. He came to Atlanta to tell his side.

He rejects criticism of disparaging Black women and calls for a public conversation with NABJ.

MAKING CONNECTIONS

Airport officials bury a time capsule to be opened in 2126

Inside the capsule are nearly two dozen items that give a glimpse into the past 100 years of the airport’s history.

DeKalb to vote on superintendent finalist almost 1 year after Horton ousted

DeKalb County School District interim Superintendent Norman C. Sauce could soon be placed in the role permanently.

Waffle House rarely talks. A union push has it speaking out.

The iconic chain says it is spending an additional $200 million per year on compensation and benefits for its workers as a union touts organizing.

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MLB

Smith-Shawver struggles again as Braves lose opener to Rays

The right-hander couldn’t make it out of the fourth inning, and the Braves offense couldn’t dig out of an early hole, in a 7-1 loss to the Rays on Tuesday at Truist Park.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Brent Key apologizes for ‘poorly coached, soft’ performance

Georgia Tech football coach Brent Key’s assessment of his team’s season-opening loss to Colorado grew harsher after days of studying film.

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AJC VARSITY

This overlooked position might be the most accessible path to college football

Some of the country's best long snapper prospects in recent history have come from Georgia. Bleckley County's Zayden Lassiter is the latest on that list.

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MLB

Matt Olson hopes to turn offensive struggles around soon

Braves first baseman nixes idea he needs to take some time off. Tuesday is his 927th straight game.

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NFL

Falcons game-by-game prediction: Early-season schedule leads to slow start

A tough start to the schedule could contribute to the Falcons missing the playoffs for the ninth straight season.

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NFL

Falcons release first regular season depth chart: 2 rookies in starting roles

The Falcons released their first regular season depth chart on Tuesday ahead of Sunday's opener at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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MLB

Bryce Elder to be placed on IL

Braves starting pitcher Bryce Elder had knee surgery Tuesday and was put on the 15-day injured list.

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FROM UATL

NABJ’s ‘Thumbs Down Award’ came for Stephen A. Smith. He came to Atlanta to tell his side.

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Respiratory virus season coming up. Find protection at your local pharmacy.

Vaccinations offer Georgians protections against deadly viruses like the flu. Georgia experienced a rough and costly respiratory virus season last year.

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988 Lifeline is Georgia’s front door to mental health support

Georgia’s 988 lifeline has proven to be an effective resource for people in mental health distress. But we must continue to raise awareness.

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How do you want this next season to feel?

Feeling stuck can be a sign it’s time for a change. Here are tips to help you move forward and embrace a new season.

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

The ongoing outbreak of cyclospora tied to iceberg lettuce has raised new concerns about the safety of imported produce and underscores a worrisome trend: The U.S.

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Miami-based Ghee Indian Kitchen finds warm welcome in Atlanta

The restaurant is attractive and warm with a buzzing atmosphere and irresistible aromas.

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Roast salmon stars in quick, elevated twist on trout almondine

This delicate French dish is adapted to modern family life by swapping in hearty, nutritious salmon.

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C. Ellet’s Steakhouse Riverboat Flip brings classic style to the present

This old-school cocktail features a whole egg in the classic style of a flip, but the recipe makes a delicious beverage even without the egg.

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Nearly 20 new restaurants, from food hall stalls to ambitious tasting menu concepts, to put on your list to visit in 2026.

Opinion and Voices

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SPLC leader: America faces ‘most dangerous threats to our hard-won progress’

The forces lined up against racial justice, democracy and the dignity of every person are real. They are organized.

GUEST COLUMN

Respiratory virus season coming up. Find protection at your local pharmacy.

Ask which vaccines make sense for you. Get them before flu and other ailments are in full swing.

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988 Lifeline is Georgia’s front door to mental health support

Since 2019, the Peach State has invested in programs to keep vulnerable people from falling through the cracks.

GUEST COLUMN

How Georgia is helping workers get ahead and businesses grow in the AI era

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Gen Z aka ‘Generation Toolbelt’ made it cool to embrace skilled trades again

People entering the trades after high school can expect job offers of more than $50,000 and no student debt.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Jon Ossoff on Mike Collins’ Trump trip: ‘We are delighted’

Mike Collins is set to speak during the GOP’s midterm convention in Dallas this week. The trip says plenty about the very different bets the two Senate campaigns are making.

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Josh McKoon, Georgia GOP chair, is betting on the Republican base in 2026

Inside Georgia GOP Chair John McKoon’s plan to skip “mythical” undecided voters in favor of Trump die-hards to win in November.

One year later: More than 500 Georgia National Guard troops remain in D.C.

Gov. Brian Kemp deployed of Georgia National Guard members to Washington one year ago. Hundreds still remain.

Metro Atlanta

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A.M. ATL: Scattered and smothered

Morning, y’all. Your Sept. 9 update: More than 500 Georgia National Guard troops remain in D.C., Waffle House takes on unionization effort, a Dragon Con dispatch and more.

Large Atlanta law firm nabs rival’s team to open new office

Atlanta labor and employment law firm Ogletree Deakins is opening its 61st office with a nine-lawyer team it poached from competitor Littler Mendelson in Monterrey, Mexico.

Adored Atlanta-area roller coaster gets new life in new home. But where?

ArieForce One, popular among roller coaster aficionados, was shuttered in Georgia last month but will have a new home after it was acquired by Six Flags.

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PATRICIA MURPHY

Josh McKoon, Georgia GOP chair, is betting on the Republican base in 2026

Inside Georgia GOP Chair John McKoon’s plan to skip “mythical” undecided voters in favor of Trump die-hards to win in November.

One year later: More than 500 Georgia National Guard troops remain in D.C.

Gov. Brian Kemp deployed of Georgia National Guard members to Washington one year ago. Hundreds still remain.

Republicans’ midterm convention is all about Trump

The Republican Party's first ever midterm convention begins Wednesday. Although candidates such as Mike Collins have speaking roles, the focus will be President Donald Trump.

Opinion

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Mike Luckovich: Getting punchy

GUEST COLUMN

SPLC leader: America faces ‘most dangerous threats to our hard-won progress’

The Southern Poverty Law Center has fought against hatred for 55 years and now finds itself under indictment by the Department of Justice.

GUEST COLUMN

988 Lifeline is Georgia’s front door to mental health support

Georgia’s 988 lifeline has proven to be an effective resource for people in mental health distress. But we must continue to raise awareness.

Falcons

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NFL

Falcons game-by-game prediction: Early-season schedule leads to slow start

A tough start to the schedule could contribute to the Falcons missing the playoffs for the ninth straight season.

NFL

Falcons release first regular season depth chart: 2 rookies in starting roles

The Falcons released their first regular season depth chart on Tuesday ahead of Sunday's opener at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

KEN SUGIURA

Michael Penix Jr.’s patience in return is absolutely the right move

QB tells coach Kevin Stefanski, ‘I’m not where I want to be right now, and I want to be 100% so I can help this team win football games.’

Bulldogs

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SEC amendment opens door to remove LSU from conference

The SEC filed an amendment to its federal lawsuit in Alabama that lists Lane Kiffin and LSUs president and AD, among others, as defendants.

Georgia creeps up in AP Top 25 Poll after dominant season-opening win

The Bulldogs play Western Kentucky, another nonconference opponent, on Saturday.

BULLDOGS

Here’s how the Georgia injury situation looks coming out of Week 1

Center Drew Bobo played five series in his return from last season’s foot injury, and outside linebacker Chase Linton is week-to-week after missing the Tennessee State game.

Georgia Tech

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Brent Key apologizes for ‘poorly coached, soft’ performance

Georgia Tech football coach Brent Key’s assessment of his team’s season-opening loss to Colorado grew harsher after days of studying film.

YELLOW JACKETS

Brent Key, George Godsey reunited at Georgia Tech. Now comes the hard part.

A decades-long friendship brought Brent Key and George Godsey back together at Georgia Tech. After a rough debut, they face an immediate challenge fixing the Jackets’ offense.

KEN SUGIURA

Weak where it was supposed to be strong, Georgia Tech flubs opener

Tech's offense did not produce a touchdown in its nine possessions against Colorado. The defense had its moments but gave way when the game was on the line.

Hawks

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NBA

Hawks announce front office promotions

Atlanta elevates Peter Dinwiddie and Maxwell Kupchak, and hires Tim Bontemps.

NBA

Hawks, Skyhawks shuffle staffing

Atlanta and its College Park G League affiliate say Ryan Silverstein will become the fifth general manager of the Skyhawks.

NBA

Former Hawks forward Kuminga reportedly agrees to 2-year deal with Minnesota

Jonathan Kuminga has agreed to a new deal to join the Timberwolves, according to a report.

Braves

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MLB

Smith-Shawver struggles again as Braves lose opener to Rays

The right-hander couldn’t make it out of the fourth inning, and the Braves offense couldn’t dig out of an early hole, in a 7-1 loss to the Rays on Tuesday at Truist Park.

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MLB

Matt Olson hopes to turn offensive struggles around soon

Braves first baseman nixes idea he needs to take some time off. Tuesday is his 927th straight game.

MLB

Bryce Elder to be placed on IL

Braves starting pitcher Bryce Elder had knee surgery Tuesday and was put on the 15-day injured list.

United

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MLS

Atlanta United loses to Charlotte FC, ending rare win streak

Atlanta United's three-game winning streak ended Saturday with a 2-0 loss to Charlotte FC, dropping the Five Stripes to 13th in the Eastern Conference.

MLS

‘I want to win’: Breel Embolo joins Atlanta United in playoff hunt

Atlanta United is riding a 3-game win streak for the first time in five seasons and just got a big boost after making a major summer transfer window splash by signing Embolo.

MLS

Atlanta tops Sporting KC to win third straight

United won three straight games — including two consecutive home matches — for the first time since 2021.

High Schools

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AJC VARSITY

Brookwood coach credits strong start to seniors ‘playing unselfish football’

Today’s Four Questions interviewee is Brookwood coach Chad Nighbert, who has led the team to its first 3-0 start since the COVID-affected 2020 season.

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