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SYMBOL OF HOPE: City of Hope's Rose Parade float rolls through Pasadena, California on Jan. 1, carrying survivors and advocates including Atlanta's own Tyler Blue. CREDIT: City of Hope
Atlanta emerges as an innovative hub to redefine cancer care, survivorship and advocacy
Daniel Hyken • March 13, 2026
Every day in Atlanta, thousands of patients walk into exam rooms carrying the exact same question: “What comes next?”...
KNITTING CHANGE: Mini 'Melt the ICE' hats are being sold at the Needle Nook in Atlanta for non-knitters to participate in silent protests against U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
‘Melt the ICE’ hats unite crafters around the nation in silent protest
March 9, 2026
COMPETITIVE ELECTION: There are six candidates challenging incumbent State Superintendent Richard Woods.
Meet the candidates challenging Georgia State Superintendent Woods in November
March 6, 2026
BALLOTS SEIZED: Following the seizure of 2020 election materials from the Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center and accusations of fraud, many have suggested a full switch to physical ballots.
Federal Bureau of Investigation seizes 2020 ballots, fuels proposal to switch to physical
March 2, 2026
SYSTEM UPGRADES: Courtesy signage remains a familiar part of MARTA stations, but recent safety enhancements such as increased officer visibility and real time monitoring are what riders say they notice most.
MARTA expands safety measures, prioritizes student security
February 27, 2026
Sports
Apps like Prize Picks, Fan Duel and Draft Kings (graphics left to right) have made sports betting easier than ever, leading to a rise in younger users.
Co-captain Zachariah Foreman drives the ball up the court. Howard beat Kipp West 61-36
Clipping his helmet on tight, junior Evan Strawser prepares to competitively kart race at the Atlanta Motorsports Park.
GOAL WINNERS: SeattleFWC26 hosted the Pride Match Design Contest, where artists submitted original designs that capture the spirit of the game. These posters are the three winning designs to be utilized for Pride Match purposes.
Features
EXPRESSWAY PROTEST: Vehicles stop at a red light at the Ralph McGill Blvd and John Lewis Freedom Pkwy intersection in Atlanta. In 1985, Intown neighborhood residents protested the proposal of I-485 expressway going through their city. It was a success and 41 years later, there is still no expressway.
Jimmy Carter highway plan revolt surpasses 40th anniversary
Greta Hawkins • March 11, 2026

Freedom Park, the largest linear park in Atlanta is a haven for picnickers, dogwalkers and bikers, but many who enjoy the peaceful greenspace today may be unaware...

Popup bagels, a restaurant chain local to Connecticut, has opened a new Atlanta location on the Eastside Beltline.
Popup Bagels opens new location on Eastside Beltline
March 6, 2026
SAFE SPACE: Shakespeare Tavern was established on May 16, 1984 and has continued to entertain the greater Atlanta area since. The Tavern offers a wide range of performances for audiences to enjoy while eating.
Shakespeare Tavern creates relaxed theatre environment
March 4, 2026
CLASSROOM CREATION: Freshman Sienna Miller practices the violin with her 3B Intermediate Orchestra class. Miller said she enjoys the class and practices violin at home too.
The science behind the sound: how music builds connections
March 2, 2026
CURRENTLY CLOSED: Martin Luther King Jr.'s home has been closed for renovations since November 2023, but continues to draw visitors.
Atlanta’s Black culture: a personal tour
February 27, 2026
Opinion
PROVIDING BACKGROUND: Lamar Hall at the University of Mississippi is one of multiple buildings on their campus that features an educational plaque. This plaque addresses the building's namesake, Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar II, and his ties to slavery. Educational measures, like these plaques, are necessary to portray history accurately.
U.S. buildings named after controversial figures must be contextualized, renamed
Reese Seinberg • March 18, 2026

Naming or dedicating something to a person serves as a way to preserve their memory and legacy in a positive light. These dedications suggest that the person who...

TICK TOCK: Now at 85 seconds to midnight, the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists' Doomsday Clock stands at the closest it has ever been to signaling irreversible catastrophe for humanity. While scientists sound the alarm, world leaders remain silent.
Doomsday clock shift proves we are ticking towards catastrophe
March 11, 2026
BLACKED OUT: The Department of Justice released the extensive yet heavily redacted collection of documents known as the “Epstein files,” which contain evidence related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after months of keeping the files hidden from the public. However, despite the incriminating evidence in the files, no new charges have been brought against anyone in the U.S. for their involvement in any crimes related to Epstein.
U.S. handling of Epstein files situation unjust, threatening to victims
March 6, 2026
STEERING SHIP: Amid distressing signals and direct attacks on his role, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell continues to lead the institution, alongside Governor Lisa Cook.
U.S. Federal Reserve proves critical, must be protected amid threats
March 2, 2026
INVOLVEMENT CONUNDRUM: In the wake of recent U.S. military action in Venezuela, debate over the role of the U.S. in foreign intervention has continued on, bringing many additional considerations and perspectives to light.
Head to Head: Should the U.S. participate in foreign intervention?
February 25, 2026
News Briefs
Iran war pushes Atlanta gas prices higher
March 18, 2026
APS goes virtual Mar. 16 due to severe weather
March 16, 2026
Senate passes major housing bill, first since mortgage crisis
March 13, 2026
Trending Stories
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CLOSING TIME: The Virginia-Highland location of Taco Mac closed down, and is now abandoned, waiting for a new business to fill it.

Virginia-Highland restaurants close, causes gaps in community

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BALLOTS SEIZED: Following the seizure of 2020 election materials from the Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center and accusations of fraud, many have suggested a full switch to physical ballots.

Federal Bureau of Investigation seizes 2020 ballots, fuels proposal to switch to physical

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INVOLVEMENT CONUNDRUM: In the wake of recent U.S. military action in Venezuela, debate over the role of the U.S. in foreign intervention has continued on, bringing many additional considerations and perspectives to light.

Head to Head: Should the U.S. participate in foreign intervention?

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UPS Atlanta hub to close Mar. 2

Sports Briefs
Girls soccer defeats region rival Jackson
March 17, 2026
Bockman and Bryant earn spots in the APS All-Star Game
March 12, 2026
Seniors Hadley and Barreau selected for APS All-Star Game
March 11, 2026
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Multimedia
PopUp Bagels opens on Beltline
Emily Eckmann and Lilly Amato
Student Life Briefs
G3 Robotics team makes it to finals at competition
March 18, 2026
Midtown Cluster Advisory Meeting March 18
March 16, 2026
G3 Robotics team wins competition
March 9, 2026
Humans of Midtown
Freshman Annaliese Murphy smiles before heading into school for the day
Sophomore Marin Brittingham knits a hat in the library after school.
Darby walks for track practice after school. She planned to go to Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream afterwards.
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