Atlanta University Center schools anticipate surge in applications post-Affirmative Action ban
The US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action late last month has placed the nation’s historically Black colleges back in the spotlight as many prepare for an increase in admission applications.
The US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action late last month has placed the nation’s historically Black colleges back in the spotlight as many prepare for an increase in admission applications.
Free supplies distributed at back-to-school events Saturday in metro Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons held their annual back-to-school celebration at the team store at Atlantic Station.
The Atlanta Falcons held their annual back-to-school celebration at the team store at Atlantic Station.
Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
Over 38K Georgians to receive student loan debt relief under Biden plan
Thousands of people across Georgia will have $2.1 billion in student loan debt forgiven under President Biden's new plan
Thousands of people across Georgia will have $2.1 billion in student loan debt forgiven under President Biden's new plan
4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Sam’s Club offering new memberships to teachers at discounted rate
The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.
The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.
Biden admin cancels $39B in student loan debt for 800,000-plus borrowers
The administration says the new round of student loan forgiveness address “historical inaccuracies" in counting payments that qualify toward income-driven repayment plans.
The administration says the new round of student loan forgiveness address “historical inaccuracies" in counting payments that qualify toward income-driven repayment plans.
'SAVE' plan: What to know about Biden's alternate approach to cut student loan debt
Under the SAVE plan, the typical student loan borrower would save about $1,000 a month, the president said.
Under the SAVE plan, the typical student loan borrower would save about $1,000 a month, the president said.
Good Day Atlanta viewer information: July 11, 2023
Good Day Atlanta viewer information: July 11, 2023
Good Day Atlanta viewer information: July 11, 2023
After COVID hiatus, Atlanta plans to begin repaving efforts in earnest
The city of Atlanta is set to play catchup to resurface roads all over the city.
The city of Atlanta is set to play catchup to resurface roads all over the city.
Target, Walmart announce back-to-school deals for teachers, students
Back-to-school deals are back for teachers and students.
Back-to-school deals are back for teachers and students.
Troup County NAACP concerned over test scores, 'draconian' punishments of Black students
Members of the Troup County NAACP are renewing their call for Gov. Brian Kemp to launch an investigation into the Troup County School System.
Members of the Troup County NAACP are renewing their call for Gov. Brian Kemp to launch an investigation into the Troup County School System.
DeKalb County elementary school classrooms destroyed by fire
Firefighters arrived at the DeKalb County elementary school to find two of its classrooms engulfed in flames.
Firefighters arrived at the DeKalb County elementary school to find two of its classrooms engulfed in flames.
Atlanta Board of Education looking for firm to hire superintendent
The Atlanta Board of Education has announced they have initiated a search for a firm to find a new superintendent for the Atlanta Public Schools district.
The Atlanta Board of Education has announced they have initiated a search for a firm to find a new superintendent for the Atlanta Public Schools district.
Supreme Court makes big decisions with more to come: Here's what to know
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
Georgia's reaction to Supreme Court affirmative action ruling
Reactions to the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative actions.
Reactions to the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative actions.
These new laws go into effect in Georgia on July 1
Laws banning most gender-affirming surgeries for minors, allowing pregnant moms to get government assistance, and punishing gang members more harshly are among the new changes going into effect in Georgia starting in July.
Laws banning most gender-affirming surgeries for minors, allowing pregnant moms to get government assistance, and punishing gang members more harshly are among the new changes going into effect in Georgia starting in July.
Here's how to prepare to pay back your student loans once the pandemic payment freeze ends
The Supreme Court may strike down President Joe Biden's student loan plan, which would erase $10,000 in federal student loan debt for those with incomes below $125,000 a year or households that earn less than $250,000.
The Supreme Court may strike down President Joe Biden's student loan plan, which would erase $10,000 in federal student loan debt for those with incomes below $125,000 a year or households that earn less than $250,000.
Atlanta's Academic Recovery Academy boosts student success
It's been three years since the pandemic put everything on pause and caused a nationwide learning loss. Now, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) says student scores are showing signs of improvement.
It's been three years since the pandemic put everything on pause and caused a nationwide learning loss. Now, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) says student scores are showing signs of improvement.
Cobb County teacher's job in jeopardy over children's book about gender
A Cobb County teacher is fighting for her job after reading a book to her class. The district said it violated Georgia's new Divisive Concepts Law.
A Cobb County teacher is fighting for her job after reading a book to her class. The district said it violated Georgia's new Divisive Concepts Law.