Patricia Murphy writes about Social Circle, where “officials feel like they’ve been living a nightmare lately.”

The Georgia Senate on Thursday approved two bills that would dramatically scale back the state’s individual income tax.

Atlantic Station residents say store closures, including Publix, highlight how little influence they have in decisions at the privately owned development.

In the first trial of its kind in Georgia, Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray, will have his day in court starting Monday.

A wintertime visit to Massee Lane Gardens near Fort Valley affords guests a cool-weather dose of flowers in bloom thanks to its renowned camellias, which color the landscape.

The wood stork will soon no longer be on the federal endangered species list. Some environmentalists say that's a bad thing.

Rain and sleet sent drivers sideways during NASCAR's Clash race, further proving why civilians should stay off roads in winter weather.

“Faith Deconstruction For Dummies” is a book that shares questions and experiences for people who have faced religious abuse but want to build a healthy relationship with God.

Coaches were understandably mum about the legal issues surrounding rookie edge rusher James Pearce Jr.; Tommy Rees talks Michael Penix Jr.; special teams get a veteran coach.

Tommy Rees, Jeff Ulbrich look forward to working with talent on both sides of the ball.

Georgia baseball starts its season on Friday against Wright State in the first of what will be a 3-game series. The Bulldogs are ranked No. 6 in the preseason.

Four Georgia Tech players were invited to the NFL scouting combine, matching its largest number of invitations since 2009.

The Yellow Jackets lost their sixth consecutive game, and ninth in its past 10, in an 83-67 loss to the Demon Deacons before a paltry late-night crowd Wednesday night.

The Hawks "Dancing DJ" Chika Takai barely knew English a decade ago, but is now the team's in-game DJ and a huge cheerleader for spreading NBA love across Asia.

Versatile Hawks forward Jalen Johnson is relishing making his first All-Star game after spending a professional career waiting to break through.

Keep up with all the Braves news, big and small, in updates from new beat writer Chad Bishop and some of our other sports writers.

Outfielder says he is recovered from the injury, which he says he played through last season after returning from an 80-game suspension.

Five Stripes are scheduled to open its 10th MLS season Feb. 21 at Cincinnati.

Atlanta United has reached a settlement with Botafogo on Thiago Almada after nearly two years and will get the money it is owed.

Camden County’s boys team wins 12th straight traditional championship. Woodland and East Jackson also earn boys titles, and Lumpkin County takes girls crown.

Jefferson, South Effingham ad Social Circle all won titles.

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

Get the recipe for Painted Pickle's License to Dill martini.

A Buckhead hotel gets a new chef, a restaurant pivots to become a listening bar in Avondale Estates and Smorgasburg returns in this week's restaurant happenings.

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The creator of Spelman College's dance department celebrates her centennial birthday and contributions to Atlanta's arts community.

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The International Association of Blacks in Dance hosts its 36th annual conference and festival in Atlanta Feb. 4-8.

The consolidation will save the company roughly the same amount of money as a salaried reporter position, which will be reinvested back into its reporting.

Check out more than 25 Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day menus and events happening in Atlanta.

After almost a half-century, the annual Peachtree Road Race is getting a new title sponsor and new name: the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.

Cynthia Lee’s embrace of color, art and personal touches transformed a blank space into a maximalist vision.

BET’s effort to revive “106 & Park” with a sports lens failed to generate enough buzz and was canceled after just eight episodes.

The Hawks "Dancing DJ" Chika Takai barely knew English a decade ago, but is now the team's in-game DJ and a huge cheerleader for spreading NBA love across Asia.

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

From intimate gatherings over soul food or cockails to block parties, the city renews itself daily through the simple act of coming together.

Science shows strong friendships boost mental and physical well-being. Discover how to celebrate your besties in Atlanta, from wellness activities to nightlife happenings.

Want to give your brain a boost? It might be time for a "synaptic reset." New research suggests that a short midday nap can do more than help you feel rested.