Georgia has talked about upgrading its voting system software for years, but headed into the midterms, it stil hasn't.

The Democratic U.S. senator is pitching himself as a check on President Donald Trump, hoping it will propel him to a runaway win.

A police officer is expected to recover after he was shot while exchanging gunfire with a man having a mental crisis in a southwest Atlanta neighborhood, officials say.

Morning, y'all. In your Aug. 17 update: the Georgia Aquarium's new beluga whales, a failed mall redevelopment plan, Georgia Power's data center controversy and more.

A voting rights lawsuit transformed Fayette County a decade ago. Could it now slide back in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's voting rights decision?

Georgia Power’s deal to power an OpenAI campus near Savannah is drawing scrutiny and reviving debates about how to keep residential customers safe from data center costs.

Georgia is competing in the data center space while protecting consumers and freezing their power rates.

AJC readers write about the sameness of politics, a new leader’s challenge and the power of pressure.

Atlanta Falcons training camp emphasized energy and intensity Monday after a 27-7 preseason loss to Denver, with coaches demanding a stronger response.

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Georgia came in at No. 3 in the AP Top 25 preseason poll that was released on Monday.

Several members of Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart’s lowest-rated recruiting class are looking like they’ll be early contributors in Athens.

New Georgia Tech basketball coach Scott Cross' contract was obtained by the Atlanta Journal Constitution via an open records request.

NFL veteran receiver DeAndre Hopkins' addition to the coaching staff has been an unexpected boon for Georgia Tech as he helps mold a group of inexperienced receivers.

The NBA and Hawks' 2026-27 schedule was released Thursday, and the Hawks will open the season on Oct. 21 at the Orlando Magic.

The Hawks will play against LeBron James and the 76ers at home in the NBA's MLK Day game on January 18, 2027.

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First baseman Matt Olson moves within one home run of the MLB home run leader to help Atlanta salvage the final game of the three-game series against Arizona.

Atlanta United, who have lost twice and tied once in three matches since the World Cup break, have fallen to last place in the MLS' Eastern Conference.

Schools have won seven championships within four seasons of signing at least three Super 11 players — including the Georgia Bulldogs in 2021 and 2022.

Heard County coach Shane Lasseter's team is ranked No. 1 in the AJC Varsity's preseason poll, but he says his defense may take some time to come together.

The Indiana Fever pulled away for a 95-91 win against the Atlanta Dream in overtime Sunday at State Farm Arena.

Jordin Canada's numbers shouldn’t go unnoticed, especially given how often she puts the Dream in position to win.

Thai sweet chili sauce is the secret to cutting the time and mess usually involved with coconut shrimp

Sargent and Siren will open the same day, Chick-fil-A introduces new sandwiches and the Reynoldstown Farmers Market announces a move.

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Ayo Chenzira-Pinnock says the platform is designed to support projects at every stage, whether they are destined for movie theaters, streaming platforms or a phone screen.

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AJC's Washington Bureau Chief, Tia Mitchell, joins ‘It’s UATL’ podcast to break down what's at stake.

The combined cable and broadband giant will have about 37 million customers, making it first in market share.

The plaintiffs allege the Atlanta-based carrier violated a federal law protecting the job rights of military service members.

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

For older adults considering their first body art or adding a meaningful new piece, experts share what to know about tattooing mature skin and then caring for it.

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

Chuck Oliver and Matt Chernoff, two mainstays on 93.7/680 The Fan, have re-upped for multiple years. Star 94 has tweaked its format.

Georgia doctors are raising concerns about President Trump’s proposed changes to the childhood vaccine schedule and what it could mean for families.

Disagreements are a normal part of any relationship. Here are five ground rules for handling conflict with your partner in a healthier, more respectful way.