US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic

The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.

Truck carrying research monkeys crashes in Mississippi — three still missing

Authorities in Mississippi say several monkeys were euthanized and three remain missing after a truck transporting the animals crashed on Interstate 59 in Jasper County.

IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know

Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?

New CDC COVID-19 vaccine guidance: Georgia physicians respond

Georgia medical professionals said it is still important to consult with your doctor after the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted to change its COVID-19 vaccine guidance.

RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel changes COVID-19 shot guidelines

For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.

FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know

Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.

Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk

A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.

South Fulton police officers praised for rescue

Two City of South Fulton police officers are receiving high praise for rescuing three people from an overturned vehicle following a car crash.

Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Cherokee County service dog could win national award

A service animal named Parker from Cherokee County is in the running to win the American Humane Hero Dog Award.

Atlanta teachers surprised with classroom supply shopping spree

The teachers at Atlanta's Cascade Elementary School thought they had to go a meeting but were surprised with a free “pop-up shop" filled with school supplies.

105-year-old Atlanta civil rights activist honored with church service

Valena York Henderson, lovingly called Mother Henderson by those who know her, turned 105 on Sunday. Henderson celebrated at Wheat Street Baptist Church, where she has belonged for more than 50 years, her family said.

Monroe police K-9 officer receives body armor from nonprofit

The body armor will protect Enzo from bullets and knives while out on the street. It was custom-made and fitted to the K-9 officer.

Greene credited as charges dropped in fake COVID-19 card case

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Department of Justice will drop charges against a Utah doctor accused of running a fake COVID-19 vaccine scheme. Bondi credited Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene with getting the charges dropped.

Dacula teen finds new passion after scoliosis

The football and baseball star feared he wouldn't be able to return to the field after a scoliosis diagnosis. The teen is now back on the court, but using a camera to capture games.