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Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson addresses the media, at the NFL football team's training facility, Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Falcons interview offensive coordinators Ben Johnson of Lions and Bobby Slowik of Texans

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick faces reporters during a news conference, Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass., held to announce that he has agreed to part ways with the team. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Falcons complete second interview with former Patriots coach Bill Belichick

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Protestors react before council members voted 11-4 to approve legislation to fund the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, which critics call “Cop City,” June 6, 2023, in Atlanta. On Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024, city officials said that the longstanding and at times violent protests against Atlanta's planned police and firefighter training center are partially responsible for a nearly $20 million rise in costs connected to the project. (Jason Getz/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP, File)

‘Stop Cop City’ attacks have caused costs to rise for Atlanta police training center, officials say

By R.J. Rico - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray (5) hits a game-winning basket at the buzzer during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Dejounte Murray hits 17-footer at buzzer to lift Hawks past Magic, 106-104

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick faces reporters during a news conference, Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass., held to announce that he has agreed to part ways with the team. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Bill Belichick interviews with Falcons for head coaching job

By Charles Odum - Associated Press

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos talks with reporters during Major League Baseball's general manager meetings, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021, in Carlsbad, Calif. The Atlanta Braves have agreed to a contract extension with general manager Alex Anthopoulos that will keep him with the six-time reigning NL East champions through the 2031 season. The team announced the deal Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, locking up the GM who oversaw a World Series championship in 2021 and has been responsible for securing long-term contracts with many of top players.(AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)

Atlanta Braves extend general manager Alex Anthopoulos’ contract through 2031 season

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

FILE - This image provided by the Atlanta Police Department shows construction equipment set on fire Saturday, March 4, 2023 by a group protesting the planned public safety training center, according to police. The trial was delayed Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, for the first defendant among dozens indicted last summer under Georgia's anti-racketeering law on allegations related to protests against a planned police and firefighter training facility near Atlanta. (Atlanta Police Department via AP, File)

Court again delays racketeering trial against activist accused in violent ‘Stop Cop City’ protest

By R.J. Rico - Associated Press

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) shoots as Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Banchero, Houstan lead Magic past Hawks, 117-110 in overtime

By Dick Scanlon - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith speaks with owner Arthur Blank after an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 29-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons fire coach Arthur Smith hours after completing 3rd straight 7-10 season

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

FILE - Dr. Reed Pitre, director of psychiatry and interim chief medical officer at Mercy Care clinic, left, speaks with a patient after her appointment, June 27, 2023, in Atlanta. Some Republican legislative leaders say they want to examine broader health care coverage through Georgia's Medicaid program in 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz, File)

There’s a glimmer of hope for broader health coverage in Georgia, but also a good chance of a fizzle

By Jeff Amy - Associated Press

Atlanta United's Miles Robinson (12) runs during the first half of an MLS soccer match against DC United, Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Atlanta. U.S. national team defender Mile Robinson signed a one-year contract with Major League Soccer's Cincinnati, leaving Atlanta after seven seasons. The deal includes a team option for 2025, Cincinnati said Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)

American defender Miles Robinson signs with Cincinnati after 7 seasons with Atlanta

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A first-time voter waits in the doorway for a voting booth as another voter completes his ballot at the Boot City Opry near Terre Haute, Ind., Nov. 3, 2020. (Joseph C. Garza/The Tribune-Star via AP, File)

Biden and Trump are poised for a potential rematch that could shake American politics

By Steve Peoples - Associated Press

A first-time voter waits in the doorway for a voting booth as another voter completes his ballot at the Boot City Opry near Terre Haute, Ind., Nov. 3, 2020. (Joseph C. Garza/The Tribune-Star via AP, File)

Biden and Trump are poised for a potential rematch that could shake American politics

By Steve Peoples - Associated Press

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes the ball in the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Chicago, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Justin Fields, Chicago Bears deal Atlanta Falcons’ hopes a big blow with 37-17 romp

By Andrew Seligman - Associated Press

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, in Washington. Chris Sale's injury-filled career with the Boston Red Sox ended Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023 when the 34-year-old left-hander was traded the Atlanta Braves for infielder Vaughn Grissom. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) **

Oft-injured left-hander Chris Sale traded to Braves from Red Sox for infielder Vaughn Grissom

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FILE -Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene, R-Ga., arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Oct. 24, 2023. A spate of false reports of shootings at the homes of public officials in recent days could be setting the stage for stricter penalties against so-called swatting in more states. Greene, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost have been among the victims. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, file)

Recent ‘swatting’ calls targeting officials may prompt heavier penalties for hoax police calls

By Jeff Amy - Associated Press

State Sen. Bo Hatchett, R-Cornelia, speaks regarding redistricting bill HB 1EX during the special legislative session at the Capitol in Atlanta on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. A federal judge map approved the redrawn maps on Thursday, Dec. 28. (Arvin Temkar/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP,File)

Federal judge accepts redrawn Georgia congressional and legislative districts that will favor GOP

By Jeff Amy - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) speaks to an offical during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Memphis Grizzlies, Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

With Trae Young, the numbers are rarely in question. Other things are up for debate

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant (27) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz)

Minshew uses his playoff experience to rally Indianapolis Colts after another inexplicably flat loss

By Michael Marot - Associated Press

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) walks on the field following an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Indianapolis Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Surging Colts look to protect their share of AFC South lead against slumping Falcons

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