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Politics

New signage bearing the new name of the Kennedy Center in Washington is unveiled Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP)

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Metro Atlanta

A vehicle rear-ended a MARTA bus in DeKalb County early Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. The vehicle's driver died, officials said. (AJC 2024)

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Georgia

From left, Brenda Harris, U.S. Rep. John Lewis and Bishop Bill Harris. (Courtesy of Kenya Simmons)

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Opinion

Shoppers at Lenox Square enjoy a visit and photo session with Santa. Lenox and many other local malls also offer sessions with Santa designed specifically for kids with autism and other special needs. (Courtesy of Simon Malls)

Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will need about eight months to heal from knee surgery, doctors say. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Georgia Tech

“For those guys to put their foot down, really at halftime of the Pitt game, and decide how things are gonna go moving forward, is about as impressive of a thing I’ve ever been around in any locker room," Georgia Tech defensive coordinator Blake Gideon said. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Hawks

Chicago Bulls forward Zach Collins (top left) shoots against Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu during the first half of the game Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo / Mike Stewart)

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Braves

Pitcher James Karinchak (back) — pictured with Cleveland celebrating the final out of a 2020 win with catcher Sandy Leon — has signed a minor league deal with the Braves. (Hannah Foslien/TNS 2020)

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United

“Lucas will bring competition and leadership to our young goalkeeping group as we continue to strengthen our roster this offseason,” Atlanta United sporting director Chris Henderson said in a statement. (Jason Getz/AJC 2024)

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High Schools

The 2025 Georgia high school football regular season is over, prompting many schools to announce changes at head coach. Follow below to stay updated on coaching changes through the playoffs and into the offseason. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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The 2025 Georgia high school football regular season is over, prompting many schools to announce changes at head coach. Follow below to stay updated on coaching changes through the playoffs and into the offseason. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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Food & Dining

Pastry chef and co-owner Claudia Martinez at Bar Ana in Atlanta on Thursday, December 4, 2025. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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UATL

Brandon Fulton rides his horse, Mexico, by the Beltline in Atlanta on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Brandon “Brannu” Fulton — a longtime Atlanta resident and known as the “Urban Horseman” — recently won a significant federal appeals ruling that allows him to continue his lawsuit against Fulton County. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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This trench has severely encroached on the critical root zone of this tree. The curving around the tree exacerbates the damage. The tree will suffer as a result. (Courtesy of Matt Davidson)

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Entertainment

BET+s "Vera's Holiday Flop" stars Atlanta actress Charity Jordan, who wrote and self-funded the comedic goof with her husband. (Courtesy of BET+)

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Travel

Patti O’Furniture talks with people at Boyd Plaza during the Arts and Draughts event at the Columbia Museum of Art on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2025. The veteran drag queen led tours of the Keith Haring exhibit during the museum’s biannual block party with live music, D.I.Y. art projects, scavenger hunts, art tours, and beer. (Sean Rayford for the AJC)

Wellness

Sleep and recovery trackers like the Oura Ring are among the higher-ticket items that can qualify for FSA spending. (Courtesy of Oura Ring)

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