Atlanta high schools to receive new baseball, softball fields from Braves
The Braves Foundation is donating new turf baseball and softball fields to high schools in Atlanta.
DeKalb Schools superintendent Dr. Horton’s hiring drew early controversy
Dr. Devon Horton's hiring in 2023 was already controversial, facing public criticism over equity policies and questions about his leadership record.
DeKalb superintendent indicted on 17 federal counts in Illinois case; placed on leave
A federal grand jury indicted DeKalb Schools Superintendent Devon Horton on 17 counts including fraud, theft, and tax evasion.
Trump administration may sell student loan debt. What it means for borrowers
Top Trump administration officials are exploring the possibility of selling some of the student debt portfolio, which covers millions of borrowers, to the private market.
Mary Lin Elementary students take action to help Atlanta’s overfilled animal shelters
A group of students at Mary Lin Elementary School in Candler Park are working to fight the overcrowding at metro animal shelters.
Atlanta school on the chopping block is a 'lifeline' to community, residents say
The community surrounding Dunbar Elementary School is fighting to keep it open, as Atlanta Public Schools grapples with a massive hole in its budget.
Atlanta School Board candidates debate budget, possible school closures
Eight of 13 Atlanta school board candidates discussed the $1.85 billion APS budget and potential school closures.
2 students arrested on weapons, drug charges in South Cobb High parking lot
Two students were arrested after Cobb County school police found a weapon and drugs in a car at South Cobb High.
Parents win fight as DeKalb restores longer recess breaks
After months of debate and strong pushback from parents, DeKalb County elementary school students will soon get more time on the playground.
Douglass High educators credit ‘determination and details’ for student success
Atlanta Public Schools achieved a record 90.48% graduation rate, the highest in district history.
Public meetings being held about future of Druid Hills High School
The DeKalb County School District is holding a series of public meetings to discuss the future of Druid Hills High School, its oldest facility.
DeKalb County recess debate: BOE to hear update on Monday
The DeKalb County Board of Education will hear an update Monday on recess time for elementary school students, according to its agenda.
Atlanta Public Schools sees spike with 2025 graduation rate
Atlanta Public Schools’ 2025 graduation rate hit 90.48%, surpassing Georgia’s 87.2% for the third straight year.
Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands
Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.
Decatur's Global Village Project to double capacity with $8M expansion
The Global Village Project Middle School will expand to serve 100 students, doubling its current capacity.
Student loan payments are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows
Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.
Emory students host ‘Lights of Hope’ cancer remembrance event
Emory University students held a “Lights of Hope Night of Remembrance and Advocacy" on campus last night to honor those impacted by cancer.
‘Reading Rainbow’ returning after nearly 20 years
“Reading Rainbow" is coming back soon! Here's what we know.
Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.