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Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss turned linebacker during a baseball brawl, dropping his shoulder to tackle a charging player twice his size. The Atlanta Falcons noticed and immediately offered the 62-year-old skipper a tryout.
Atlanta Braves player Dominic Smith turned a grueling 12-pitch battle into a three-run homer, then added a headfirst slide that had his family texting him memes before he left the field. The night showcased grit, humor, and the pure joy of baseball.
The Atlanta Braves refused to quit in a thrilling extra-innings battle against the Philadelphia Phillies, staging multiple comebacks before Drake Baldwin sealed the victory. Ha-Seong Kim's clutch hit forced extras in a game that showcased baseball at its most dramatic.
The Atlanta Braves pulled off one of baseball's most thrilling comebacks of the season, rallying three separate times after the ninth inning to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 in 11 innings. The Friday night victory put them five games ahead in their division with just 12 games left to play.
Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II made baseball history with two nearly identical home runs that landed in the exact same spot two days apart. The remarkable feat showcased precision that even the player himself found "crazy."
Dominic Smith hit a historic walk-off grand slam in his first game with the Atlanta Braves, just two weeks after losing his mother to cancer. His teammates' support during her illness helped him find not just a roster spot, but a team that feels like home.
Dom Smith hit a walk-off grand slam in his first game as a Brave, just two weeks after losing his mother to cancer. The emotional home run made him the first player ever to hit a walk-off grand slam in his team debut.
When injuries sidelined Atlanta's star pitcher, two overlooked players stepped up to secure a crucial win. Their performance proves that every team member matters, even those waiting in the wings.
Dominic Smith made baseball history with a walk-off grand slam in his Atlanta debut, less than two weeks after losing his mother to cancer. The emotional moment showed how a supportive team helped him through the darkest time of his life.
A warehouse in Atlanta is transforming donated bicycles into opportunities for children who need them most. Free Bikes 4 Kidz Atlanta refurbishes and distributes over 1,000 bikes annually, complete with helmets and safety training.
When flash flooding trapped a woman on top of her car in Atlanta, George Brathwaite waded through waist-deep water to carry her to safety on his back. His wife captured the rescue as torrential rain turned the highway into a river.
The Atlanta Beltline just made it easier for residents to give back with a new online volunteer portal that puts everything in one place. From trail cleanups to art programming, Atlantans can now find opportunities, sign up, and track their community impact with just a few clicks.
The Atlanta Beltline just made it simple for anyone to give back to their community. A new online portal streamlines everything from signing up for trail cleanups to tracking volunteer hours in one place.
Twenty Black-owned businesses gathered at a historic civil rights landmark to celebrate Juneteenth with community and hope. The multi-day celebration continues with Atlanta's Freedom Day Parade showcasing art, peace, and progress.
After eight years of falling short, Atlanta Braves legend Andruw Jones finally earned his place in baseball's Hall of Fame with 78.4% of the vote. The five-time All-Star will be inducted July 26 alongside Carlos Beltrán and Jeff Kent, reuniting with seven former Braves teammates and coaches already in Cooperstown.
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.
South Metro Atlanta is launching the world's first public test of a pod transit system that promises to move as many people as light rail without the traffic headaches. The pilot starts in December 2026 and could change how cities solve congestion.
When hundreds of TSA workers went over 40 days without paychecks, the Atlanta Community Food Bank brought groceries directly to them. Volunteers loaded cars with fresh produce, chicken, and pantry staples to help families stretch their resources during the crisis.
When an elderly man couldn't care for nearly two dozen dogs after his wife's passing, Atlanta Humane Society stepped in to give every animal a second chance. All 18 rescued dogs are receiving care and could be ready for loving homes within a week.
What started as weekly library trips with his baby daughter became a thriving community of engaged fathers in Atlanta. Khari Arnold's Library Dads group proves dads show up for their kids.
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