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.

San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom

Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.

Atlanta ranked in top 10 of 2025 best cities report

The study said Atlanta is affordable and diverse, with strong cultural and business ecosystems.

WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin

The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.

FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines

The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.

WATCH: Fayette County deputy uses drone to wrangle cow, donkey

Deputy Chris Stapleton responded to the 911 calls about a cow and donkey near State Road 92. He used his drone to steer them home.

Georgia family home safe after escaping Israel-Iran conflict

Sonia Delgado, her daughter and her friend started their trip June 8. It was supposed to last a week, but the conflict between Israel and Iran intensified while they were visiting.