Atlanta city council subcommittee approves multi-million dollar funding for new fire trucks

In response to a critical equipment shortage that has led to the temporary closure of at least three fire stations in Atlanta, the City Council is slated to deliberate a substantial investment of $25.1 million in procuring new fire trucks.

States sue Meta claiming its social platforms are addictive and harm children’s mental health

Dozens of US states, including California and New York, are suing Meta Platforms Inc. for harming young people and contributing to the youth mental health crisis by knowingly and deliberately designing features on Instagram and Facebook that addict children to its platforms.

Fulton County Jail population is now decreasing, sheriff says

This comes after the Department of Justice opened an investigation into conditions at the Rice Street facility for months.

States file lawsuits against Meta over kids' mental health

The lawsuit also claims that Meta collected data on children under 13 without their parents’ consent.

Atlanta leader seeks millions to replace partly defunct fire fleet

Atlanta city leaders say the state of emergency services in Atlanta is in crisis as fire officials battle ongoing issues with a partly-defunct vehicle fleet and new data showing a 50% increase in calls for service.

Chick-fil-A Dawg Bowl 2023 surpasses $750K goal

Former UGA coach Mark Richt joined Coach Kirby Smart and members of UGA football last Wednesday for the Chick-fil-A Dawg Bowl 2023.

Amazon's newest Prime drones promise to deliver packages in under an hour

Amazon's newest drones can carry packages up to 5 pounds and promise to deliver quickly. Here’s where customers will be able to get drone delivery first.

UGA student dies after falling while rock climbing in Alabama

First-year UGA student Yutung “Faye" Zhang died after falling around 90 feet while rock climbing at the Alabama park. She was just 18 years old.

Amazon will test delivering prescription drugs by drone

Amazon says customers will be able to choose from more than 500 medications, a list that includes common treatments for conditions like the flu or pneumonia.

Emory physician placed on leave due to alleged antisemitic remarks on social media

In a recent development, a physician at the Emory Winship Cancer Institute has been placed on leave due to alleged antisemitic remarks made on social media.