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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Are you looking at the future of Atlanta music?

This episode of “It’s UATL” spotlights rising Atlanta artists, the city’s rap scene, Dawes’ new gym and community stories that are shaping Georgia’s culture.

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Former Magic City dancer weighs in on NBA debate

Kialana Glover aka “Atlanta’s Diamond” talks about life inside one of the city's most famous pop culture institutions.

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Do the Oscars care about Black stories?

The "It's UATL" podcast discusses the latest in Black culture, including this week, a look at "Sinners" and its chances for success at the Oscars.

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New park near Vine City aims to address area's flooding problems
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‘Sponge parks’ and underground vaults: Inside Atlanta’s fight to stop floods

As Atlanta grows, new infrastructure projects aim to address longstanding flooding issues in the city's Black communities. Critics say there's much more work to do.

How photographer Sheila Pree Bright’s found her World Cup muse

How photographer Sheila Pree Bright found her World Cup muse

The Atlanta-based photographer has been setting her lens on the city's soccer and sports culture for years. Next up, the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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W.E.B. Du Bois revisited

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reimagined Du Bois’ pioneering ‘Exhibit of American Negroes.’

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Nedra Rhone: Move over or speed up? Georgia lawmakers can’t get rid of slow drivers

Georgia lawmakers raced through Crossover Day, but HB 809 never made it to a vote. We need more research to improve road safety — or do we just have a need for speed?

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Leroy Chapman: How Jesse Jackson gave me a clear sense of belonging

The Rev. Jesse Jackson made an impression on teen Leroy Chapman Jr., now AJC editor-in-chief. Over the years, they developed a professional relationship and mutual respect.

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Nedra Rhone: ‘Teen takeovers’ signal the need for deeper, more meaningful connection

Behind 'teen takeovers' is a longing for a sense of mattering, calling for stronger efforts to reconnect young people to peers, mentors and community.

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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Are you looking at the future of Atlanta music?

Former Magic City dancer speaks out on Atlanta Hawks controversy

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Magic City shown support at Atlanta Hawks game despite NBA cancellation

Atlanta's bricks could be worth $13 billion. The Black men who made them didn't earn a cent.

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Atlanta Hawks and Girl Scouts execs on what it takes to thrive as a leader

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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Former Magic City dancer weighs in on NBA debate

1996 Olympic medal winner Dominique Dawes opens Alpharetta dance studio

Top Black-led gyms in metro Atlanta, including Dominique Dawes’ gymnastics center

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‘My Father’s Shadow’: Nigerian film shows fatherhood and democracy

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Move over or speed up? Georgia lawmakers can’t get rid of slow drivers

Jesse Jackson pushed hope into weary places

Andrew Young at 94: The last voice in the room