First of its kind study at Emory tracks the physical toll of racism
Emory University researchers are studying how everyday experiences with racism may have immediate and long-term effects on the brain and body.
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New Orleans jail escapee who was on the run for months sentenced to life in prison
Derrick Groves, 28, was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by his five months on the run.
Gainesville earns state title berth after week marked by brawl, suspensions and delays
Gainesville High School is headed to Mercedes-Benz Stadium after defeating Rome 37-6 on Thursday night in the Class 5A semifinals.
Santa Claus with Down Syndrome brings holiday joy to Atlanta families
Bradley Carlisle is donning the red suit to give children with Down Syndrome a chance to see a Santa Claus who looks like them.
Cobb County school board approves cell phone ban for K-8 students
Cobb County school leaders have approved banning cell phones in class for some of the district's students, but they have concerns over the state law's implementation.
Atlanta homeowner who shot, injured teen porch pirates facing charges: police
A homeowner shot two teens who police say were attempting to steal items off their porch in a Southwest Atlanta community. Now, he's facing charges.
Former Georgia football coach faces assault charges after players report being choked and hit
A former high school football coach in Greene County has been arrested after state investigators say he hit and choked several players during the 2025 season.
Kirk Cousins leads Falcons to 29-28 comeback victory over the reeling Buccaneers
The Atlanta Falcons have rallied for a 29-28 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Pitts' performance is most productive by NFL tight end since 1996, helps Falcons beat Bucs
Catch by catch, Kyle Pitts Sr. put the mistake-prone Atlanta Falcons on his back and carried them to a thrilling comeback victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Usher and his sons kick off Instagram's "Carversations" in Atlanta
The Grammy winner and his teenage sons were in Atlanta on Thursday night, launching "Carversations" — a new Instagram series focused on honest parent–teen talks about teen online safety.