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As World Cup approaches, Atlanta looks back 30 years for inspiration

Downtown business and civic leaders see only one comparison for what the World Cup might mean for Atlanta. It’s the Centennial Olympic Games.

She won control of infamous Confederate shop in court. Then, she died.

Fate of divisive Civil War store still in flux after legal battle.

Hoped to lease space in Ponce City Market’s new office building? Too late.

Sage announced Wednesday it will expand its regional headquarters to lease the full 89,000 square feet of office space at 619 Ponce.

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NBA was right to nix Hawks’ Magic City event. Now talk about why it mattered.

Atlanta Hawks' Magic City Monday promotion was problematic. NBA leadership did the right thing to cancel the event, but that's not enough.

Focus on Fani Willis

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The grade debate: DeKalb schools could change elementary, middle, high split

DeKalb could implement pre-K through eighth grade or sixth through 12th grade schools.

GET SCHOOLED

If you’re rich, there’s always opportunities to get to the top of the class

Opinion: Past "Get Schooled" columns provide a clear demonstration that wealth confers great advantages on one’s prospects to go far in school and life.

Georgia’s tax relief bills could create a major math problem for schools

Experts say diminishing tax revenue streams could leave school districts scrambling for funds.

These Georgia colleges and universities are waiving application fees in March

More than 60 Georgia colleges and universities are waiving application fees in March in an effort to get more Georgia students to stay home for college.

Georgia and Metro News

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DeKalb school bus crash sends 5 to hospital after car runs red light, officials say

The incident involved children who attend Montclair Elementary School in Brookhaven, the district said.

Gwinnett names sole school superintendent finalist

The Gwinnett County Board of Education fired former superintendent Calvin Watts more than a year ago.

Delta delays Atlanta-Tel Aviv route restart until August

The airline had planned to restart its Atlanta-Israel route in April. The route was last flown on Oct. 6, 2023, when it was paused amid the Israel-Hamas war.

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Investment firm makes bid to take Papa Johns private, report says

A Papa Johns shareholder has reportedly made a bid worth about $1.5 billion to take the pizza chain private.

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KEN SUGIURA

Signing Kirk Cousins wasn’t the problem as much as it was everything else

Things looked bright in half a season after Atlanta gave $100M to Kirk Cousins. Then came the Saints' hit on Cousins, and the decisions that followed are what doomed the move.

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Albies says WBC was ‘one of the best moments and experiences of my life’

Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies says playing for the Netherlands in the World Baseball Classic was "one of the best moments and experiences of my life."

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BULLDOGS

David Pollack announces his wife is cancer-free 1 year after brain surgery

Georgia football legend David Pollack says his wife, Lindsey, is cancer‑free one year after her brain surgery, sharing the news and his gratitude in a post on X.

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AJC VARSITY

10 days after having a baby, she’ll coach for another state championship

When Kell faces Marist in the Class 4A state championship, coach Kandra Bailey will achieve an amazing feat — coaching the Longhorns for a title just 10 days postpartum.

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AJC VARSITY

‘MVP of fans’ has cheered on St. Pius through 22 years of ups and downs

Martin Scott is the face of a passionate St. Pius fan base. The team has never won a basketball title, but Thursday might be the day.

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MLB

Braves.TV streaming service to broadcast over 140 games, starting this season

Through the new streaming service, the Atlanta Braves will deliver live game action, as well as pregame and postgame coverage and on-demand game replays.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Hawks beating bad teams, but hot streak can’t be easily dismissed

It’s easy to dismiss the surge as nothing more than the Hawks taking advantage of a soft spot in the schedule. But I'm not doing that.

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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend

The fun includes the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade, Coolray Field Carnival and a water circus at Alpharetta’s North Point Mall.

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Margaret Cho has not mellowed with age onstage: ‘It gets pretty raunchy’

The former Atlanta resident will be at Buckhead Theatre on Saturday.

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Intennse moves its rapid-fire tennis concept to Assembly Studios

Intennse is relocating from Electric Owl Studios to Gray Media’s sprawling campus in Doraville.

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FROM UATL

‘My Father’s Shadow’: Nigerian film shows fatherhood and democracy

First-time Nigerian-British filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr is the director, co-writer and executive producer of 'My Father's Shadow,' an award-winning film about fatherhood.

FROM UATL

Andrew Young at 94: The last voice in the room

As the circle of Martin Luther King Jr.’s closest allies grows smaller, the former mayor nears a milestone birthday still traveling, speaking and remembering.

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Black cast, Black director, Black legend: Will ‘Sinners’ make Oscar history?

Ahead of Sunday's Oscars ceremony, Black Atlanta writers and filmmakers explain why “Sinners,” with its 16 nominations, was able to crack the Academy Awards’ ceiling.

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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Do the Oscars care about Black stories?

The "It's UATL" podcast discusses the latest in Black culture, including this week, a look at "Sinners" and its chances for success at the Oscars.

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The yellow haze returns: Metro Atlanta residents cope with allergy season

For allergy sufferers, weeks of yellow dust bring sinus pressure, itchy eyes and scratchy throats. A physician shares tips for relief.

Here’s what to eat during Atlanta’s pollen season

Experts weigh in on what foods, if any, can help ease allergy symptoms.

OPINION

The power of saying how you feel

Opening up about feelings can be scary, but sharing them with care strengthens connection, lifts emotional weight and deepens relationships. So, who wants to go first?

Most kids don’t get enough sleep. Here’s why parents often miss the signs.

Experts share what’s keeping kids awake and how to fix it.

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RESTAURANT REVIEW

Miami-based Ghee Indian Kitchen finds warm welcome in Atlanta

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

RECIPE

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.

RECIPE

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.

These are the metro Atlanta restaurants we’re excited to see open in 2026

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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Mike Luckovich: Some strings attached

The AJC's award-winning editorial cartoonist gives his take on the news.

DAVID PLAZAS

Andrew Young’s nonviolence message saves communities and relationships

Former Atlanta mayor, congressman and ambassador shares insights that help people connect and build a better world.

GUEST COLUMN

Georgia risks competitive advantage with bills that curb data center growth

Data centers are not a passing trend. They are the backbone of the modern economy and will only grow.

PATRICIA MURPHY

The MTG era in Georgia is over — for now

One last column about the Republican from Rome.

ERICK ERICKSON

Hall County teacher tragedy reveals a freak accident where no one’s to blame

Educator Jason Hughes loved his students and his students loved him. They will be impacted for the rest of their lives after his death.

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Politics

Rep. Dexter Sharper, D-Valdosta, appears in the House of Representatives in Atlanta on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. Sharper pleaded guilty Wed. March 11 to lying to the government to receive unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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Second state lawmaker pleads guilty to pandemic unemployment fraud

State Rep. Dexter Sharper pleaded guilty in federal court on Wednesday to lying to the government to receive unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Even in MTG’s backyard, a Democrat gains traction

Shawn Harris leads crowded field in deep-red northwest Georgia, hinting at Democratic energy heading into the midterm cycle.

Three Georgia legislative races head to runoffs in April

Three special elections for seats in the state House and Senate head to runoff elections next month.

Metro Atlanta

Ponce City Market's campus includes 619 Ponce, a four-story loft office building that includes a Pottery Barn and Sage's North American headquarters. (Courtesy of Jamestown)

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Hoped to lease space in Ponce City Market’s new office building? Too late.

Sage announced Wednesday it will expand its regional headquarters to lease the full 89,000 square feet of office space at 619 Ponce.

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Delta delays Atlanta-Tel Aviv route restart until August

The airline had planned to restart its Atlanta-Israel route in April. The route was last flown on Oct. 6, 2023, when it was paused amid the Israel-Hamas war.

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Gwinnett names sole school superintendent finalist

The Gwinnett County Board of Education fired former superintendent Calvin Watts more than a year ago.

Georgia

Erin Dunn (left) and Beryl Gilothwest are the curators of the upcoming "Off the Coast of Paradise: Artists and Ossabaw Island, 1961-Now" exhibit on display March 13 to Sept. 6 at Telfair Museum's Jepson Center in Savannah. (Sarah Peacock for the AJC)

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Ossabaw Island exhibit: ‘Center of all creation’ off the coast of Georgia

New exhibit at Savannah’s Telfair Museums places Ossabaw Island, made famous by preservationist Eleanor Torrey "Sandy" West, among the nation’s most important artist colonies.

GEORGIA DISPATCH

Roadwork killed its business. Can famously misspelled fruit stand rebound?

A legendarily misspelled fruit stand in the Georgia countryside south of Madison and I-20 is primed for a comeback after highway construction made stopping there a chore.

Why is Jeffrey Epstein’s ‘Lolita Express’ jet parked on Georgia’s coast?

Jeffrey Epstein's Boeing 727, nicknamed “Lolita Express,” is parked next to a small airport in Georgia. The AJC explains how the plane ended up there and gives a tour inside.

Opinion

As part of its America at 250 series, the Free Press media organization presented a live recording of Coleman Hughes' podcast "Conversations with Coleman" at the Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta on March 9, 2026. Coleman, left, interviewed Ambassador and former Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young, center, and Pulitzer Prize winning MLK Jr. biographer Jonathan Eig on the theme of "Nonviolence in a Violent Age." (David Plazas/AJC)
DAVID PLAZAS

Andrew Young’s nonviolence message saves communities and relationships

In his 90s now, civil rights icon Andrew Young continues to preach about the importance of nonviolence, positioning it as a choice between building or destroying communities.

OPINION

NBA was right to nix Hawks’ Magic City event. Now talk about why it mattered.

Atlanta Hawks' Magic City Monday promotion was problematic. NBA leadership did the right thing to cancel the event, but that's not enough.

OPINION

Mike Luckovich: Some strings attached

Falcons

Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins attempts a pass against the Saints in January in what would be his final game in Atlanta. But it was another game against New Orleans, in November 2024, that signaled the beginning of the end of Cousins' Falcons tenure. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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KEN SUGIURA

Signing Kirk Cousins wasn’t the problem as much as it was everything else

Things looked bright in half a season after Atlanta gave $100M to Kirk Cousins. Then came the Saints' hit on Cousins, and the decisions that followed are what doomed the move.

NEWSLETTER

Dirty Birds Dispatch: Free agent frenzy

Falcons add more than just Tua in free agency; other NFC South team free agent moves; postcombine mock draft; what Falcons trade would you take a mulligan on?

NFL

Falcons reportedly sign Georgia products Azeez Ojulari and Channing Tindall

Azeez Ojulari and Channing Tindall will be joining the Dirty Birds.

Bulldogs

Bulldogs great and College Football Hall of Famer David Pollack (left), shown here with his family along the sidelines of Sanford Stadium during a UGA home game, was a standout defensive player for Georgia from 2001 through 2004. (Courtesy of the Pollack family from UGA Athletics)

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BULLDOGS

David Pollack announces his wife is cancer-free 1 year after brain surgery

Georgia football legend David Pollack says his wife, Lindsey, is cancer‑free one year after her brain surgery, sharing the news and his gratitude in a post on X.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

‘I’m just grateful’: 4-star Lithonia OT goes from no offers to 21 this offseason

Kennedee Jackson: Priority target calls Georgia football his ‘dream school’

AJC VARSITY

Carrollton junior — currently unrated — gets high honors at prospect showcase

Tyler Boyd received one of the three golden suitcases handed out at Nike’s The Opening regionals in Atlanta, signaling his invitation to the finals this summer in Oregon.

Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech athletics director Ryan Alpert — pictured during the football team's senior night in November — could look to hire at Tech someone he previously helped hire when he was Tennessee's deputy AD, Volunteers associate head coach Justin Gainey. (Hyosub Shin/AJC 2025)

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KEN SUGIURA

7 coaching candidates Georgia Tech could consider and why

A few potential hires have connections to the Yellow Jackets and athletic director Ryan Alpert.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech baseball’s offense stays hot after ACC start

The Yellow Jackets are setting all sorts of batting records while starting the year 14-2.

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: Stoudamire lost at Tech despite good in-state recruiting

Also: College leaders ask for Trump’s help to deny athletes rights, and Atlanta United’s offense finds life

Hawks

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels shoots against Portland Trail Blazers guard Vit Krejci during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Atlanta. (Mike Stewart/AP)

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NBA

Dyson Daniels unlocking more tools

Hawks guard Dyson Daniels has struggled to shoot the ball this year, but his on-ball defense and ability to penetrate and facilitate on offense have been key.

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Hawks beating bad teams, but hot streak can’t be easily dismissed

It’s easy to dismiss the surge as nothing more than the Hawks taking advantage of a soft spot in the schedule. But I'm not doing that.

NBA

Hawks down Mavericks to grab NBA’s longest active winning streak

Strong nights from Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker push the Hawks to a 124-112 victory over the Mavericks, earning Atlanta’s seventh straight win.

Braves

Netherlands' Ozzie Albies hits a three-run home run during the ninth inning of a World Baseball Classic game against Nicaragua, Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Miami. (Marta Lavandier/AP)

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WBC

Albies says WBC was ‘one of the best moments and experiences of my life’

Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies says playing for the Netherlands in the World Baseball Classic was "one of the best moments and experiences of my life."

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Updates: The latest news from Braves spring training

What's going on with the Braves as opening day approaches March 27.

MLB

Strider continues to work on breaking pitches during fourth GFL start

Braves' Spencer Strider says "everything’s trending in a really good direction,” as he continues working on breaking pitches in pre-season games.

United

The Atlanta Dream and Atlanta United have announced a retail collaboration featuring co-branded merchandise to celebrate Women’s History Month. (Courtesy)

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CELEBRATING WOMEN

‘United We Dream’: Atlanta’s WNBA, MLS team up for retail collaboration

The Atlanta Dream and Atlanta United announced the “United We Dream” apparel collection for Women’s History Month, blending both teams’ identities in three exclusive pieces.

MLS

Home opener spoiled as Atlanta United falls to Real Salt Lake

SOCCER

Uzbekistan making Atlanta its World Cup home, source says

Uzbekistan's national team, ranked No. 52 in FIFA, will play a World Cup match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in June.

High Schools

Wilcox County guard Shamauri Martin (1) attempts a shot against Washington-Wilkes forward Ja’Kylah Gartrell (25, right) during the first half of the Class A Division 2 Girls GHSA State Championship at the Macon Coliseum, Thursday, March, 12, 2026, in Macon, Ga. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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AJC VARSITY

GHSA basketball state championship updates: Wilcox County defends state title

AJC Varsity will be in Macon for the finals and will provide live updates, including scores and notable moments.

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‘MVP of fans’ has cheered on St. Pius through 22 years of ups and downs

Martin Scott is the face of a passionate St. Pius fan base. The team has never won a basketball title, but Thursday might be the day.

In battle of Augusta-area rivals, Cross Creek prevails to win 3A state title

Cross Creek beat Augusta-area rival Harlem 56-51 in Macon to win the Georgia Class 3A boys basketball title behind 25 points from senior guard Dontrell Jackson.

More Sports

Wilcox County guard Shamauri Martin (1) attempts a shot against Washington-Wilkes forward Ja’Kylah Gartrell (25, right) during the first half of the Class A Division 2 Girls GHSA State Championship at the Macon Coliseum, Thursday, March, 12, 2026, in Macon, Ga. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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AJC VARSITY

GHSA basketball state championship updates: Wilcox County defends state title

AJC Varsity will be in Macon for the finals and will provide live updates, including scores and notable moments.

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AJC VARSITY

‘MVP of fans’ has cheered on St. Pius through 22 years of ups and downs

Martin Scott is the face of a passionate St. Pius fan base. The team has never won a basketball title, but Thursday might be the day.

Jerry Mack: Players transferring for NIL money is mark of success. ‘I love it’

Kennesaw State coach Jerry Mack supports players who leave his program for better opportunities.

Food & Dining

A modern dining room with tall, Asian-influenced decorative wall panels emitting warm light with a bonsai tree in the center of the room

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RESTAURANT REVIEW

Mirae blesses Brookhaven with a beautiful Asian-fusion gem

The new Asian restaurant from experienced, local restaurateurs John and Grace Lee is a triumph in nearly every respect. This review uses a new 5-star rating system.

CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

The AJC reintroduces 5-star rating system for restaurant reviews

Restaurant reviews will now be rated on a 5-star scale after readers expressed confusion about the prior 4-star system.

Here’s what to eat during Atlanta’s pollen season

Some people should avoid spicy food, and others might want to incorporate more antioxidants.

UATL

Actors Chibuike Egbo, Sope Dirisu and Godwin Egbo star in "My Father's Shadow," a Nigerian feature film directed by first-time filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr. A father (Sope Dirisu, center) travels through Nigeria with his two sons (brothers Godwin and Chibuike Egbo) to collect his unpaid salary during a 1993 election. The film comes to Tara Theatre in Atlanta on Friday, March 20, 2026.

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FROM UATL

‘My Father’s Shadow’: Nigerian film shows fatherhood and democracy

First-time Nigerian-British filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr is the director, co-writer and executive producer of 'My Father's Shadow,' an award-winning film about fatherhood.

FROM UATL

Andrew Young at 94: The last voice in the room

As the circle of Martin Luther King Jr.’s closest allies grows smaller, the former mayor nears a milestone birthday still traveling, speaking and remembering.

FROM UATL

‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Do the Oscars care about Black stories?

The "It's UATL" podcast discusses the latest in Black culture, including this week, a look at "Sinners" and its chances for success at the Oscars.

Things to Do

The Atlanta-based Intennse league played its first season at Electric Owl Studios. Now, it's building out space at the Assembly campus in Doraville. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Intennse moves its rapid-fire tennis concept to Assembly Studios

Intennse is moving to Assembly Studios in Doraville, deepening the relationship between the tennis league and Assembly’s owners Gray Media.

Atlanta TV stations have been dropped from Dish TV. Here’s why.

The dispute is over retransmission fees TV station owners seek from cable and satellite operators, a major source of revenue for companies like Gray Media.

8 Atlanta pop-ups you can’t miss this week

From barbecue pop-ups to baked goods protests, here’s Punk Foodie’s must-do list.

Lifestyle

Here's how to adjust to daylight saving time if you’re still feeling groggy. Photo by Shane on Unsplash.

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Feeling off days after daylight saving time? Here’s why.

The time change disrupts your sleep, heart health and mood. Find out why it happens and how to reset your internal clock for better health.

Meet the metro Atlanta Girl Scouts featured on new Exploremores cookie box

Antique details and contemporary art mix effortlessly in Charleston home

Gallerist Tyler Rollins fills a traditional Charleston home with contemporary Asian art.

Entertainment

Margaret Cho and Lucia attend the "Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution" premiere during the Tribeca Festival at SVA Theatre in New York in 2024. (CJ Rivera/Invision/AP)

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Margaret Cho has not mellowed with age onstage: ‘It gets pretty raunchy’

The former Atlanta resident will be at Buckhead Theatre on Saturday.

Georgia insurance agent Philmon Lee lands top 20 spot in ‘American Idol’

Georgia's 2026 representative in the top 20 for "American Idol" is 25-year-old insurance agent Philmon Lee from LaGrange.

Actor Corey Cott, new on ‘Law & Order: SVU,’ commutes between NYC and Athens

Corey Cott, who commutes between Athens and New York City, is tickled to land a regular role on "Law & Order: SVU" in its whopping 27th season.

Travel

Adios is a Mexican-inspired cocktail bar on 1st Avenue North in downtown Birmingham. (Bob Miller for the AJC)

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TRAVEL

Birmingham is for lovers

Come to Birmingham expecting to learn what people were fighting against. But stay long enough to let the city embrace you. We have a weekend guide.

Delta’s latest elite frequent flyer changes reflect broader strategy

The airline is reducing its AmEx credit card statement benefit, but boosting miles and status gifting ability.

Delta ‘prioritizing’ upgrades to Atlanta Sky Clubs. Here’s what that means.

“We’re prioritizing Atlanta as a critical next step for our lounge network,” after customer feedback, Delta executive Dwight James told the AJC.

Wellness

During pollen season, doctors most commonly see patients with sneezing, watery eyes, nasal drainage, rashes and itching, according to Dr. Timothy Ryan, specialty lead physician at WMG Ear, Nose & Throat with Wellstar Douglas Hospital. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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The yellow haze returns: Metro Atlanta residents cope with allergy season

For allergy sufferers, weeks of yellow dust bring sinus pressure, itchy eyes and scratchy throats. A physician shares tips for relief.

Here’s what to eat during Atlanta’s pollen season

Some people should avoid spicy food, and others might want to incorporate more antioxidants.

Most kids don’t get enough sleep. Here’s why parents often miss the signs.

A new study found only 14% of kids are meeting national sleep guidelines. Here's what parents are missing, and what actually helps.

Special Features

AAJC092224 Black Mountain, NC: Executive chef and owner Mark Henegan of The Bush Mountain Farmhouse sits down to eat the restaurant's signature Hoppin' John. Photo taken September 5, 2024 at The Bush Mountain Farmhouse. AAJC 092224 southern classics vegan bbq (GRACE DICKINSON FOR THE THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION)

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Photos: Darlington boys basketball win program's first state championship

Darlington defeated Holy Innocents' 53-50 in the 2026 boys basketball 3A-A private state championship on March 11, 2026 in Macon.

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Photos: Hebron Christian wins 2026 girls private basketball title

Hebron Christian defeated Holy Innocents' 46-42 in the 2026 girls private basketball state championship in Macon. The win marked coach Jan Azar's 17th state title.

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PHOTOS: Jeffrey Epstein’s ‘Lolita Express’ jet

The late financier and convicted sex offender’s Boeing 727 has spent the last decade as a grounded, decaying hulk that has the feel of a time capsule.