Free bicycle camps expand nationally after local program closures
Two high school triathletes are expanding a nonprofit organization, based in Alpharetta, coast-to-coast to ensure children from all financial backgrounds have access to free bicycle training, safety gear and equipment.
Two high school triathletes are expanding a nonprofit organization, based in Alpharetta, coast-to-coast to ensure children from all financial backgrounds have access to free bicycle training, safety gear and equipment.
FDA advisers considering updating COVID vaccine for new subvariant
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
Oldest living Georgia WWII veteran honored by Cobb County leaders
Charlie Duncan, who turns 107 on Wednesday, received a special county proclamation naming May 27, 2026, as Charlie Duncan Day in Cobb County. He is recognized as the oldest living World War II veteran in the state of Georgia.
Charlie Duncan, who turns 107 on Wednesday, received a special county proclamation naming May 27, 2026, as Charlie Duncan Day in Cobb County. He is recognized as the oldest living World War II veteran in the state of Georgia.
How a Cobb sergeant helped a baby arrive on his dad's birthday
Sgt. Jameel Fraser escorted a couple through heavy traffic to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wednesday, clearing a path for a woman to give birth just 30 minutes after arrival.
Sgt. Jameel Fraser escorted a couple through heavy traffic to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wednesday, clearing a path for a woman to give birth just 30 minutes after arrival.
Tax preparer sentenced for $600 million COVID-era tax fraud scheme
A New York woman is headed to prison for her role in a COVID-era tax scheme that sought to bilk the U.S. government out of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax credits that were meant to help businesses weather the pandemic.
A New York woman is headed to prison for her role in a COVID-era tax scheme that sought to bilk the U.S. government out of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax credits that were meant to help businesses weather the pandemic.
Metro Atlanta woman turns 104 on Mother's Day: 'Give God the glory'
A Marietta woman celebrated her 104th birthday Sunday while surrounded by family members who traveled from across the U.S. to share memories and gifts.
A Marietta woman celebrated her 104th birthday Sunday while surrounded by family members who traveled from across the U.S. to share memories and gifts.
Spirit Airlines shutters: Atlanta mom's 3 a.m. email revealed her job was gone
Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased all operations on Saturday, leaving more than 17,000 workers without jobs or healthcare benefits.
Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased all operations on Saturday, leaving more than 17,000 workers without jobs or healthcare benefits.
Oakland teen, with a 4.3 GPA, gets accepted to all 31 colleges he applied to
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
U.S. officials stop publication of COVID vaccine effectiveness study
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
Health and Human Services officials blocked the publication of a COVID-19 vaccine study slated for a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. The move has started a debate about data regarding long-term vaccine efficacy.
JD Vance talks Iran 'grand bargain' and housing at Georgia event
Vice President JD Vance joined Turning Point USA in Athens to discuss the administration's economic and foreign policy goals.
Vice President JD Vance joined Turning Point USA in Athens to discuss the administration's economic and foreign policy goals.
Atlanta unveils city's first Vietnam War memorial in Piedmont Park
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a new Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday to honor local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a new Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday to honor local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
$3M scratch-off winner among several big Georgia Lottery payouts this week
A $3 million Georgia Lottery scratch-off ticket was sold at a Woodstock Walmart. Other big wins were reported in Lawrenceville and Locust Grove.
A $3 million Georgia Lottery scratch-off ticket was sold at a Woodstock Walmart. Other big wins were reported in Lawrenceville and Locust Grove.
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.
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.
Derrick Jackson launches bid for governor with focus on Georgia families
State Rep. Derrick Jackson says he is running for governor to focus on Georgia families, health care and affordability.
State Rep. Derrick Jackson says he is running for governor to focus on Georgia families, health care and affordability.
Veterans discharged for refusing COVID vaccine may qualify to have GI Bill benefits restored
Thousands of U.S. service members who were discharged from service for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
Thousands of U.S. service members who were discharged from service for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.