Resigned CDC Officials Say Erosion Of Agency Mission, Staffing Is Akin To ‘Death By A Thousand Cuts'

“You can almost see this as death by a thousand cuts: we’re cutting resources, we’re undercutting science,” Dr. Dan Jernigan said.

Researchers Shift Tactics To Tackle Extremism As Public Health Threat

“It’s a very weird time in our lives,” said Kasen, executive director of the Women’s Center of Greater Lansing.

Baggage Or Badge Of Honor? Candidate's Post-2020 Election Record Looms Over Georgia Governor's Race

Five years and multiple investigations and court cases later, nobody has been charged with rigging the 2020 election in Georgia.

See Where GA Ranks Among Most Fun States In U.S.

The analysis for the most fun states considered factors from the number of movie theaters and marinas to outdoor access. Where GA ranks.

‘I Hope This Is A Tipping Point': 3 CDC Leaders Walk Out Over RFK Jr. Policies

In June, Kennedy removed all 17 members of the committee and replaced them with his own appointees.

A Fractured Elections Board Presents Competing Wish Lists To Georgia House Elections Committee

Board member Janelle King has come under fire for serving as a board member as her husband campaigns for secretary of state.

Restaurant, Shopping Deals Plus Store Hours: Labor Day 2025 In GA

Here's where to dine, order takeout, shop and save this holiday weekend at Georgia retailers and restaurants.

Judge Calls For Daily Fines After Fulton County Panel Refuses To Seat GOP Picks For Election Board

“The court finds beyond a reasonable doubt that the Board of Commissioners has failed to comply with this court’s order,” Emerson wrote.

Georgia Teacher Fired Over LGBTQ Book Continues To Fight Her Termination, School District Policies

Just over two years ago, fifth-grade teacher Katie Rinderle was fired after reading “My Shadow is Purple” to a gifted class of 11-year-olds.

Georgia Congressman Ramps Up Calls To Rein In ‘The Middleman' In Pharmaceutical Industry

Critics say that while PBMs were established in an effort to reduce prices and increase efficiency, in practice, they often do the opposite.

Georgia State Senate Election To Replace Former Sen. Brandon Beach Goes To A September Runoff

Shigley’s first-place finish cheers Democrats.

Kemp Mobilizes Georgia National Guard To Assist ICE

Guard members will not be tasked with making immigration arrests, but instead will assist with “administrative and logistic support."

Georgia Committee Discusses Physician-Assisted Death For Terminally Ill Georgians

Jamie McNeil, shared how her sister’s ALS diagnosis progressively paralyzed her muscles, leading to “excruciating” and “brutal” suffering.

Voters Head To The Polls To Pick New Metro Atlanta State Senator In Low-Turnout Special Election

While Democrats are hoping to flip the seat, GOP voters feel optimistic about retaining party control with six Republicans on the ballot.

International Paper To Close Savannah, Riceboro Plants

It will permanently close its Savannah and Riceboro plants by the end of September and cut some 1,100 hourly and salaried jobs.

GOP Senate Primary Anyone's Game As Candidates Compete For Votes And Endorsements

“It would be my assumption that Trump will endorse Mike Collins at some juncture,” Robinson said.

Lower Interest Rates, Higher Incomes Made Homes More Affordable In June

The South and the Midwest are the only regions where a family with typical or median income can afford a median-priced house.

Georgia Lawmakers Explore Ways To End The State Income Tax, Though Critics Caution Against It

Georgia officials discussed eliminating the state income tax Tuesday but provided little detail on how to do so.

GA Teen Indicted On Murder Charges In Parents' Deaths: Report

A Georgia couple was found dead by their 6-year-old daughter, and their 17-year-old daughter is accused of fatally shooting them.

LGBTQ-Friendly Resources, Policies Recede On Georgia's College Campuses As DEI Rollbacks Continue

At some schools, students and groups have stepped in to fill the void.

Advocates Say $20 Million Fine A First Step Toward Enforcement Of Georgia Mental Health Parity Law

A $20 million fine was spread across 22 insurers.

A Startup Promised 45,000 EV Jobs To Struggling Towns. They're Still Waiting.

Desperate for jobs, three communities embraced a bold electric vehicle promise. Now, they’re left with questions—and no jobs.

Ossoff, Health Care Advocates Ratchet Up Calls To Renew Tax Credits Set To Expire This Year

Ossoff, a Democrat, said he is urging congressional Republicans to “reverse course” on allowing the credits to expire.

School Chancellor Sonny Perdue Poised To Receive $50k Pay Raise

Perdue did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Perdue, 78, was appointed chancellor by Gov. Brian Kemp in 2022.

Happy Birthday, Social Security. Unless Congress Acts, Full Benefits End In 7 Years.

President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed the law enacting Social Security on Aug. 14, 1935.

Calls For Action Follow CDC Shooting As Police Confirm Suspect's ‘Discontent' With COVID-19 Vaccine

Public health advocates say Kennedy’s rhetoric and policy decisions have fueled public mistrust of vaccines.

Victim In Fort Stewart Shooting Was Suspect's Romantic Partner: Report

One of the victims in the mass shooting at Fort Stewart was romantically involved with the accused gunman, the Army reportedly said.

Republican Megalaw Helps Earners With High And Middle Incomes, Hurts Poorest, CBO Says

The projection shows that households in the bottom two-tenths of the income distribution would see a net loss of resources.

Georgia Lawmaker Says He May Push For State Verification Of Farmers' Grass-Fed Beef Claims

Dickey said he does not yet have details on the shape of the possible legislation, such as how “grass-fed” would be defined.

Trans People In Georgia Prisons Are Being Forced To Detransition; Now They're Suing

Five transgender inmates brought the class action lawsuit on behalf of nearly 300 other people in Georgia state prisons.

Police Officer, Suspect Are Dead After Shooting Near Atlanta-Based CDC

Bullet damage was seen in the walls and windows of buildings on the CDC campus. A suspect is dead, says Police Chief Darin Schierbaum.

Ex-GA Deputy Who Fatally Shot Innocent Man Indicted In Excessive Force Case

The former Georgia deputy fatally shot a man who was exonerated after being wrongfully imprisoned in an armed robbery, authorities say.

Previously Frozen Federal Education Funds Are Flowing Again, But The Delay May Still Cause Hiccups

Along with $48 million in grants unfrozen for summer and after-school programs, the state has regained all funds previously delayed.

Emory University Contract Part Of The Trump Administration's Recent Vaccine Research ‘Wind-Down'

A research project at Emory University is among the 22 grants and contracts that are being cancelled as the U.S. Department of Health an ...

Accused Fort Stewart Gunman Was Bullied, Faced Racism: Reports

The soldier accused in the Fort Stewart shooting reportedly sent a text message before the tragedy, saying he was about to "do something."

Parade Of 6 Planets, Meteor Shower Combine For Predawn Spectacle Over GA

Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will align in a giant arc just before sunrise over Georgia. Here's when you can see it.

Army Sergeant Accused Of Using Personal Handgun In Shooting At Fort Stewart In Georgia

The base is represented by Republican Congressman Buddy Carter, who offered a statement in support of the victims and first responders.

Attorneys Push For The Release Of Georgia Immigration Activist Detained By ICE During Check-In

Alma Bowman, 58, was detained by ICE during a routine check-in and is being held by immigration authorities for the second time.

3 Fort Stewart Shooting Victims Released From Hospital: Officials

Recovery may be long for at least one of five people shot at Georgia's Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield, officials said.

Fort Stewart Suspect ID'ed, Used Personal Gun To Shoot 5, Army Says

A suspect is in custody after an active shooter incident that led to five soldiers being shot at Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield.