Student brought 2 guns to McDonough school, 1 accidentally discharges, officials say
Henry County Schools officials said Wednesday a student is facing disciplinary actions and possible criminal charges after bringing two loaded guns to school on Wednesday. Police said one of those guns accidentally went off.
Henry County Schools officials said Wednesday a student is facing disciplinary actions and possible criminal charges after bringing two loaded guns to school on Wednesday. Police said one of those guns accidentally went off.
Cobb County mom says 5-year-old son was left on school bus for hours
She said she’s frustrated she wasn’t immediately notified by school officials and feels her son Tradon’s safety wasn't taken seriously.
She said she’s frustrated she wasn’t immediately notified by school officials and feels her son Tradon’s safety wasn't taken seriously.
Rappers Lil Baby, 21 Savage to host back to school events
Two Grammy-winning rappers who call Atlanta home are providing school supplies and snacks to students Sunday. Rapper Lil Baby is teaming up with Goodr for his annual Back to School Fest in Atlanta. Artist 21 Savage's "Issa Back 2 School Drive" is in Decatur.
Two Grammy-winning rappers who call Atlanta home are providing school supplies and snacks to students Sunday. Rapper Lil Baby is teaming up with Goodr for his annual Back to School Fest in Atlanta. Artist 21 Savage's "Issa Back 2 School Drive" is in Decatur.
Rome City Schools institutes more safety measures after two firearm discoveries in first week of classes
Rome High School students will be required to remove jackets, hoodies and backpacks for searches. The district is bringing additional police to the school, including K-9 officers. It plans to implement weapon detection systesm.
Rome High School students will be required to remove jackets, hoodies and backpacks for searches. The district is bringing additional police to the school, including K-9 officers. It plans to implement weapon detection systesm.
Ahead of school year, judges OK rollout of Tennessee voucher program
Tennessee will be able to implement a contentious school voucher program while opponents continue challenging the initiative, a three-judge panel decided just days before the new school year begins.
Tennessee will be able to implement a contentious school voucher program while opponents continue challenging the initiative, a three-judge panel decided just days before the new school year begins.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Metro Atlanta college students facing housing shortage as classes set to begin
Atlanta's hot housing market and high enrollment rates at Georgia State and Georgia Tech have thousands of college students scrambling to find a place to live before school starts.
Atlanta's hot housing market and high enrollment rates at Georgia State and Georgia Tech have thousands of college students scrambling to find a place to live before school starts.
Many parents are stressed about back-to-school expenses; how to talk to your kids about it
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
University of North Georgia’s president to retire in 2023
University of North Georgia President Bonita Jacobs, the school’s first woman to hold the position, said she plans to retire in June.
University of North Georgia President Bonita Jacobs, the school’s first woman to hold the position, said she plans to retire in June.
Safety ‘top of mind’ for parents as Georgia students head back to school
Thousands of students around the metro Atlanta area will see updated safety precautions when they head back to class for the new school year.
Thousands of students around the metro Atlanta area will see updated safety precautions when they head back to class for the new school year.
Angelina Jolie reveals daughter, Zahara, will attend Spelman College
Angelina Jolie posted her daughter will attend Spelman, one of two historically Black colleges for women, this fall.
Angelina Jolie posted her daughter will attend Spelman, one of two historically Black colleges for women, this fall.
Back-to-school giveaways support metro-Atlanta students
On Sunday, a giveaway on Northside Drive supports Atlanta Public Schools students living in Vine City, English Avenue, and Castleberry Hills neighborhoods. The giveaway is from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., hosted by Dome Atlanta at 174 Northside Drive.
On Sunday, a giveaway on Northside Drive supports Atlanta Public Schools students living in Vine City, English Avenue, and Castleberry Hills neighborhoods. The giveaway is from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., hosted by Dome Atlanta at 174 Northside Drive.
Georgia public schools don't make the grade when it comes to overall quality, new study finds
According to a study conducted by WalletHub, Georgia public schools rank as some of the worst in the nation.
According to a study conducted by WalletHub, Georgia public schools rank as some of the worst in the nation.
Georgia students benefit from the Mega Millions frenzy
Across the country people snatched up Mega Millions lottery tickets, hoping to win big. Georgia Lottery officials say everyone buying a ticket in the state is helping a student.
Across the country people snatched up Mega Millions lottery tickets, hoping to win big. Georgia Lottery officials say everyone buying a ticket in the state is helping a student.
Bus driver shortage impacts Fulton County Schools, in need of 200 drivers
Officials with Fulton County Schools confirmed the district is missing one fourth of the school bus drivers needed for regular operations.
Officials with Fulton County Schools confirmed the district is missing one fourth of the school bus drivers needed for regular operations.
Bill to increase microchip production passed by House, heads to Biden's desk
The bill was already approved in the Senate and now heads to President Joe Biden's desk.
The bill was already approved in the Senate and now heads to President Joe Biden's desk.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas cancels plans to teach at GWU law school this fall
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has backed out of teaching a seminar at George Washington University's law school in the nation's capital, following student protests and the university's statement of support for the conservative justice's role on campus.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has backed out of teaching a seminar at George Washington University's law school in the nation's capital, following student protests and the university's statement of support for the conservative justice's role on campus.
Georgia Back-to-School dates 2022-2023: When north Georgia school districts return to classrooms
With the school year around the corner, many parents are prepping to send their children back to school. Check out this list of when your child is heading back to school.
With the school year around the corner, many parents are prepping to send their children back to school. Check out this list of when your child is heading back to school.
Sons of Gwinnett school board vice chair voted in Georgia despite living in other states for years
The state of Georgia is investigating whether two sons of a Gwinnett school board member committed voter fraud by voting in this year’s May primary election.
The state of Georgia is investigating whether two sons of a Gwinnett school board member committed voter fraud by voting in this year’s May primary election.