Teens spend nearly an hour on phones in late-night hours before school, study finds

Teenage children spend a decent-sized chunk of the overnight hours before school using their phones to check social media, stream videos, play games, and more, a new study finds. 

House hunting? Data suggests the most affordable cities to buy a home

Homeownership may still be possible – just in different cities. A new study reveals the most affordable U.S. housing markets in 2026.

House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs

Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.

Kroger cheese garlic croutons recalled over salmonella fears

The Food and Drug Administration said this new recall affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons distributed to stores in various states, including Georgia, Texas, and Illinois.

Paddling Georgia’s waterways during National Safe Boating Week

We’re right in the middle of National Safe Boating Week, and the National Safe Boating Council has a simple message: life jackets save lives.

TSA Gold+ launching in US airports - What travelers should know

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is moving forward with a new airport security initiative called TSA Gold+, a program that could significantly expand the role private companies play in passenger screening operations across the country. 

Atlanta airport security: Council approves private TSA study

The Atlanta City Council voted 11-1 to approve a feasibility study exploring a private security model at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Millions expected to visit the US this summer for 2026 World Cup

With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is projected to welcome a record-number of tourists to the American host cities.

New study shows increase in cruise demand despite recent outbreaks

The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month. 

Seasoning sold at Walmart recalled over salmonella concerns

Food and Drug Administration officials said this new recall covers Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning products because the items might be contaminated with salmonella.

Shein buying Everlane, sustainable fashion brand: Report

Fast-fashion giant Shein is reportedly acquiring Everlane, a fashion business that has built its brand on sustainability.

Cartersville leaders celebrate 'Museum City Day' proclamation

In case you didn’t know, today is International Museum Day — and there’s no better place to celebrate than Georgia’s own Museum City.

USS Gerald R. Ford returns home after record 326-day deployment

The USS Gerald R. Ford returned to Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16 after completing a record-breaking 326-day deployment.

Swatch, AP watch collab gets massive crowds, police respond at multiple stores

A limited watch launch between Swatch and AP prompted crowds in the hundreds at stores and malls across the country Saturday, with some getting so rowdy that arrests were made.

Straus Creamery ice cream products recalled

Ice cream from Straus Family Creamery that was distributed to 17 states has been recalled because some containers could potentially have metal fragments in them.

Hantavirus monitoring ends in Atlanta as Emory University Hospital releases patients

Two patients monitored inside a specialized biocontainment unit following a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship were safely discharged Friday from Emory University Hospital.