Douglas County student accepted to 39 colleges

A Douglas County High School senior will soon have a big decision to make. Jordan Nixon,17, has been accepted to 39 colleges and universities. She is trying to determine which one she will attend.

Bush service dog Sully wins Paw of Courage award

The American Kennel Club is honoring the late President George H.W. Bush's service dog, Sully, as the recipient of the 2019 Paw of Courage award. This award is in recognition of his loyalty, dedication and distinguished service.

Judge won't let unvaccinated children back in school

A federal judge, citing an "unprecedented measles outbreak" in suburban Rockland County, New York, has denied a request to let 44 unvaccinated children return to school.

Red carpet return for boy who beat cancer

It was a red carpet event Wednesday for a boy who inspired his Habersham County community. The Level Grove Elementary school third-grader beat cancer and Wednesday hundreds welcomed him back to class as their very own superhero.

Savannah gearing up for profitable St. Patrick's Day weekend

Park fountains are gushing with green-dyed water. Beer trucks are making deliveries on a constant loop. And thousands of tourists in gaudy green outfits will soon arrive for Savannah's biggest celebration of the year.

Delta sells surplus items to benefit

From plane parts to clothing and cutlery, aviation super-fans are flocking to a monthly garage sale, featuring retired and surplus items from Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines.

With lawsuits looming, OxyContin maker considers bankruptcy

The company that has made billions selling the prescription painkiller OxyContin said Wednesday that it is considering legal options including bankruptcy, a move that could upend hundreds of lawsuits claiming it had a major role in causing the U.S. opioid drug crisis.

How Girl Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Low started a global movement

More than 100 years ago, Juliette Gordon Low started a global movement, opening up a trove of new possibilities for girls at a time when women still couldn’t vote. 

Chef Boyardee recalls nearly 3,000 pounds of microwaveable meals due to misbranding

Conagra Brands, Inc., the parent company of the Chef Boyardee brand, is recalling 2,871 pounds of chicken and rice products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Tuesday.

NASA's Bridenstine: First the Moon, then Mars

NASA is setting its sights on Mars, but to get there, the space agency must first return to the Moon.

Quadruple amputee Aimee Copeland donates van

A quadruple amputee is paying it forward by donating her wheelchair accessible van.

Colorblind woman sees colors for first time with Harry Potter-themed surprise

The magic of Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter came to life for an Orlando woman a flick of a wand and some new glasses brought her world color for the first time.

NYC will have 'Meatless Mondays' in all public schools

There'll be no mystery meat (or any other meat) on Mondays at New York City public schools. That's because the city is expanding its "Meatless Mondays" program in the fall.

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez are engaged

J-Rod is taking it to the next level - superstar Jennifer Lopez and retired baseball star Alex Rodriguez are engaged.