Recent polls show a toss-up between Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson. So even a small change in turnout could mean tens of thousands of votes.

President Donald Trump has ramped up rhetoric on noncitizen voting. Georgia reviews have found such voters to be rare.

Former U.S. Attorney BJay Pak clashed with Donald Trump over allegations of widespread voter fraud in Georgia in 2020.

Danyel Smith got to go home for the first time in more than two decades after a judge on Tuesday granted him bond ahead of a new trial.

Stephen C. Foster State Park, one of three main entrances to Georgia’s famed Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, will now be called Okefenokee State Park.

Georgia Southern's bald eagle mascot, Freedom, died unexpectedly in March 2025. Training of the next generation, Freedom II, continues as the 2026 season nears kickoff.

Sen. Jon Ossoff claims that President Donald Trump lied Americans into war with Iran. This rhetoric belies the warnings about the Islamic Republic seeking a nuclear weapon.

AJC readers write about serenity staying serene, life-saving vaccines, and a lake by another name.

The Falcons’ crop of first-year players appears poised to factor into the team’s fabric this fall. Here’s a player-by-player look at those who made the 53-man roster.

Instagram users had fun recently after Tua Tagovailoa's account wrote “We’re so proud of you!! You got this” in response to an earlier post on Tagovailoa's account.

Georgia teammates express surprise at the departure of defensive lineman Xzavier McLeod who said in a social media post he is “done with football.”

At long last, game week is here for the Georgia football program. The Bulldogs get things started at 3 p.m. Saturday when they host Tennessee State.

The Yellow Jackets start the 2026 season with interesting nonconference games against Colorado and Tennessee before a tough ACC slate.

When Georgia Tech extended football coach Brent Key’s contract in December, the school didn’t simply reward him with a raise.

Hawks assistant general manager Kyle Korver has stepped away from the organization.

The Hawks will have a tough start to the 2026-27 NBA season and a few arduous road trips, including a brutal March trip to the West Coast.

After plenty of signs of offensive life, there is hope that the Gold Glove-winning catcher can be a major boost to the Braves as they hunt down another division title.

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.

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

Twenty-six Georgia high school football teams have gone from 0-2 starts last year to 2-0 this year.

Buford, Carrollton, Gainesville and Creekside will play teams outside of Georgia this week, which is rarer this season than it was in 2025.

Biff Parson’s son, Tucker Parson, is one of the top sophomore quarterbacks in Georgia.

Reese grabbed a WNBA-record 26 rebounds in the Dream’s win over the Sparks back on Aug. 24.

Here’s the complete lineup of things to do this September in metro Atlanta, from the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival to the inaugural West Midtown Restaurant Week.

August restaurant openings included Sargent in Old Fourth Ward, Siren in Brookhaven and Pataaka in Midtown.

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Beretta Smith-Shomade’s semester-long series pairs 13 films and Lee’s “She’s Gotta Have It” television series with discussions about his influence, artistry and legacy.

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Atlanta-based, Black-owned teen beauty and skincare company founded by Brian Reynolds lands in 8,000 Dollar General stores to keep products affordable and accessible.

Fifteen Georgia-shot TV shows and films not to miss this fall with stars like Sylvester Stallone, Jessica Chastain, Mark Wahlberg and Mahershala Ali.

Travelers are facing higher airfare, hotel and fuel costs this year.

How much screen time is too much? An expert shares advice on helping children build healthy digital habits without the pressure of perfection.

99X cut much of its on-air staff Friday as part of cost-cutting measures at Cumulus Media as a whole.

The list is topped by a lot of superhero movies and sequels. So far, three films since the pandemic ended made the list: "Jungle Cruise," "Black Widow" and "The Suicide Squad.

From alpaca yoga to Highland cow cuddling, these animal experiences offer a feel-good way to relax, reconnect and boost your well-being.

Johnathan Hamby, the accused killer of a man on the Atlanta Beltline, could have been helped and his victim could have been spared had he been institutionalized.