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PAWS Atlanta's new Wild Tunes program brings volunteer musicians into the cat cottage to play calming live music, helping anxious shelter animals relax and become more adoptable. The program, started by a nine-year-old who noticed music soothing his dog, now spans 11 states.
Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is back on the field after a hamstring injury, bringing his infectious energy to a team that's already dominating Major League Baseball. The five-time All-Star said he felt like a kid making his debut again.
Mike Yastrzemski delivered a game-winning double against the Boston Red Sox, the team his Hall of Fame grandfather Carl once starred for. The 35-year-old fulfilled a childhood dream by playing for one favorite team against another.
Four elephants at Zoo Atlanta now have a smart wall that plays sounds only they can hear when they explore with their trunks. Since installation, the elephants visit the wall 176% more often.
A new mom teaching film, coaching two sports, and running a student skills program just won Metro Atlanta's top teacher honor. Erika Allen is proof that showing up for students never goes unnoticed.
Eli White leaped to catch a line drive headed for the fence, then crashed face-first into the wall to preserve a 4-0 lead with bases loaded. His teammates called it a moment of pure sacrifice that shows what baseball is all about.
Angel Reese became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 50 career double-doubles, breaking a record held by legend Tina Charles. The Atlanta Dream star sealed her record-breaking debut with a game-saving block as time expired.
Spencer Strider turned grief into inspiration Saturday, delivering his best performance in two years to honor beloved Braves manager Bobby Cox, who passed away days earlier. The comeback win gave fans a reason to smile while celebrating a baseball legend's legacy.
The New York Knicks just delivered the largest halftime lead in NBA playoff history, crushing the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 to advance to the second round. Their 67-13 run sent a clear message: this team is peaking at exactly the right time.
The New York Knicks ended a 12-year playoff drought by defeating the Atlanta Hawks, sending Madison Square Garden into a celebration fans waited over a decade to experience. The victory marks a turning point for a franchise that's rebuilt itself from years of disappointment.
Sophie Kalmin spent her college years visiting her rhino friend Mumbles at Zoo Atlanta while building a unique major combining endangered species protection with policy work. Now she's headed to Washington D.C. to turn that passion into real change for animals.
Dozens of Atlanta volunteers are deploying to South Georgia to help families who've lost everything in wildfires that destroyed 122 homes. From emergency shelters to firefighting crews, everyday heroes are answering the call.
The Atlanta Falcons made the 2026 NFL Draft unforgettable for the Terrell family, selecting cornerback Avieon Terrell to join his older brother A.J. on the same team. What started as smart drafting turned into a heartwarming family reunion on the football field.
Kevin Olmedo couldn't blink or eat when Guillain-Barre Syndrome attacked his nerves four years ago. Last weekend, he finished third in a MotoAmerica race at Road Atlanta.
Two giant pandas are headed to Zoo Atlanta, rekindling a conservation partnership that brings together communities across the Pacific. The return marks a hopeful shift after diplomatic tensions paused exchanges between the nations.
Zoo Atlanta just awarded two-year grants to seven conservation groups working to protect orangutans, red pandas, tigers, and other endangered animals across four continents. The funding comes from an endowment created to ensure wildlife conservation support continues forever.
A father's simple library trip with his infant daughter sparked a movement that's bringing dads together to bond with their kids over books. The Library Dads are now tackling childhood literacy while building lasting friendships across Atlanta.
The legendary 1996 U.S. Women's Olympic Basketball Team that went 60-0 and won gold in Atlanta will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame this August. Their dominance launched the WNBA and changed women's basketball forever. #
The University of Georgia basketball program just reunited with one of its own, hiring former Bulldog player Jonas Hayes as assistant coach. The move brings deep alumni ties and Atlanta recruiting connections back to Athens at a crucial moment for the program.
Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela finally sank his first three-pointer after 739 NBA games, turning a career-long drought into a moment of pure joy. The 30-year-old big man's celebration shows that perseverance pays off, even in the smallest victories.
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