Feb. 1, 2026

Athens Comedy Fest returns to the Morton Theatre

The regional comedy festival is a prime example of the growing trend of smaller cities becoming hotspots for stand-up comedy.

Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Hosts 'Color Resonance: Gary Hudson in Full Hue'

Exhibit showcases large color works by acclaimed artist Gary Hudson, known as a 'Lyrical Abstractionist'.

Athens Seeks Artist for Morton Theatre Lobby Mural

Deadline to apply is February 27, 2026 at 5 PM EST.

Man convicted in Laken Riley murder requests new trial

Jose Ibarra contends judge abused discretion and violated his rights in trial

Man Convicted of Killing Georgia Nursing Student Seeks New Trial

Judge hears testimony from DNA expert in case of Jose Ibarra, who was found guilty of murdering Laken Riley in 2024.

Man Convicted in Laken Riley's Murder Seeks New Trial

Jose Ibarra, who was found guilty in 2024, argues his constitutional rights were violated during the trial process.

Georgia Basketball Suffers 3rd Straight Loss to Texas A&M

Bulldogs' ice-cold start dooms them in 92-77 defeat

Georgia Gymnastics Soars with Quad Meet Victory

Bulldogs' season-high score highlights rising trends in NCAA competition

Texas A&M rolls past Georgia, stays atop SEC standings

Rashaun Agee's double-double leads Aggies to 92-77 victory over Bulldogs

Olympic Organizers Call for Suspension of Wars During Games

United Nations and Olympic officials invoke ancient Greek tradition of Olympic Truce to demand ceasefire during upcoming Winter Olympics

Olympic Organizers Call for Global Truce Ahead of 2026 Games

United Nations and Milan Cortina Winter Olympics organizers urge a 7-week pause in worldwide conflicts during the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic events.

Olympic Organizers Call for Truce to Halt Global Conflicts

U.N. and Milan Cortina Olympics seek 7-week pause in all wars worldwide during Winter Games