Atlanta's Oldest Newspaper Cuts Dozens of Jobs

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution transitions to fully digital operation

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta's oldest newspaper, has announced that it is laying off around 50 workers, or about 15% of its staff, as it transitions to a fully digital operation. About half of the positions being cut are in the newsroom.

Why it matters

The layoffs at the AJC reflect the broader challenges facing the newspaper industry as it continues to adapt to the digital age. As more readers consume news online, traditional print publications have struggled to maintain profitability, leading to job cuts and other cost-saving measures.

The details

The AJC has spent the past few years transitioning from a traditional newspaper into a modern, digital media company. The newspaper published its final print edition in December. AJC President and Publisher Andrew Morse said the layoffs were 'difficult decisions' made to 'best position us to continue to accelerate the AJC's growth.' The company has invested heavily in its editorial, product, and business teams over the last three years, which Morse said has 'seen direct results from that investment.'

  • The AJC announced the layoffs on Tuesday, February 4, 2026.
  • The newspaper held meetings with the affected employees on Wednesday, February 5, 2026.
  • The AJC held an employee town hall on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Atlanta's oldest newspaper, which is transitioning to a fully digital operation.

Andrew Morse

The President and Publisher of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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What they’re saying

“We've made these difficult decisions because we believe they will best position us to continue to accelerate the AJC's growth.”

— Andrew Morse, President and Publisher (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

What’s next

The AJC plans to continue its digital transformation and investment in its editorial, product, and business teams.

The takeaway

The layoffs at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution are a sign of the broader challenges facing the newspaper industry as it adapts to the digital age. While difficult, the AJC's transition to a fully digital operation may help position the publication for long-term success in the evolving media landscape.