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Politics

Georgia’s State Capitol in Atlanta. (AJC file photo)

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Metro Atlanta

Officials from multiple agencies investigate after a person was fatally shot near the main entrance of Palmetto Elementary School on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Georgia

Quartz countertop manufacturer Caesarstone operated a factory in Richmond Hill for a decade before closing in 2024. The vacant facility is being considered as a home for Westwin Elements, a nickel refiner. (Adam Van Brimmer/AJC)

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Opinion

FBI agents appear at Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center in Union City on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, as the FBI conducts a raid. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Falcons

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. — pictured during an April news conference — faces five felony charges and one misdemeanor count in Florida. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Bulldogs

Georgia coach Mike White received a three-year contract extension in September, through the 2030-31 season, the details of which the AJC has confirmed. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Georgia Tech

“I think I expect the most out of myself, (more) than anybody else does,” said Georgia Tech outfielder Drew Burress, who is projected to be drafted in the first round. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Hawks

Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker, shown shooting against the Utah Jazz on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, signed with Atlanta in the offseason following three seasons with the Timberwolves. (Mike Stewart/AP)

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Braves

The Braves desperately need a pitcher like Chris Bassitt. He’s good, he’s durable and he’s still on the free-agent market as spring training begins. But it’s not clear whether Atlanta is in the running to sign him. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP 2023)

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United

Atlanta United forward Miguel Almirón wears the club’s new “Spirit of ’96” kit. The team badge, placed on the left so it will be over the jersey wearer’s heart, is gold — similar to a 1996 Olympics medal. (Mitch Martin/Atlanta United)

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High Schools

Jabari Wilder was announced as Lovejoy's new head football coach on Tuesday. Wilder served as Lovejoy's offensive coordinator from 2021 to 22 before a three-year stint at powerhouse McEachern. (Courtesy of Jabari Wilder)

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More Sports

The home of the Kennesaw State baseball team, Mickey Dunn Stadium at Henssler Financial Field, is shown on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, in Kennesaw. The new facility positions the Owls to host premier events, including the Conference USA Baseball Championship in May. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Food & Dining

Emerald City Bagels has been caught in the middle of a Beltline bagel debate. (Mia Yakel for Access Atlanta)

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UATL

Georgia state Rep. Julian Bond (pictured) and Gov. Lester Maddox were leaders of two factions trying to represent Georgia at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. At 28, Bond becamae the first Black person nominated for vice president of the U.S., but he was too young to accept the nomination. (AP 1969)

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Things to Do

Two-year-old siblings Luke (front) and Leia are playing with a toy at the Lifeline Animal Shelter on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Atlanta. Luke is more dominant, but their bond is so strong that the Lifeline Animal Shelter recommends they be adopted together. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Lifestyle

Runners celebrate as they cross the finish line of the 56th running of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on Friday, July 4, 2025.   (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Entertainment

Wes Sarginson worked as an anchor and reporter at WSB-TV from 1978 to 1984 and 11Alive (WXIA-TV) from 1997 to 2008. (Courtesy of 11Alive)

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Travel

Passengers use Delta kiosks at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in November 2025. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Wellness

Grab your favorite pillow and find somewhere comfortable to doze off. You might need what scientists are calling a “synaptic reset.” (Photo Courtesy of Jamie Street/Unsplash)

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