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🏛️ Why It Matters: The CDC is based in Atlanta and employs thousands of Georgians. Budget cuts and layoffs could hurt the state's economy and weaken the nation's ability to respond to health emergencies.

Georgia Senators Push For CDC Funding After Mass Layoffs

by B.T. ClarkMay 29, 2025

The Fulton County Board of Health this week laid off 17 workers, including those focused on HIV and sexual health services, apparently without the approval of the state Department of Public Health.

Why Did Fulton County Lay Off 17 Health Workers? Officials Won’t Say

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025

The University System of Georgia Board of Regents voted Wednesday to name Christopher “Mike” Johnson as the sole finalist for president of the University of West Georgia (UWG).

Meet The Next President of University of West Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025

Jennifer Williams and Lauren Holtzer will step into key leadership roles in Cherokee County School District this fall, bringing decades of combined education experience to their new positions.

Meet The Cherokee County School District’s Newest Leaders

by B.T. ClarkMay 27, 2025May 27, 2025

(The Center Square) – High interest rates and a shortage of available residences have forced some families to rent, but some lawmakers say the rental market is also putting a strain on family budgets.

A Closer Look at Georgia’s High Housing Costs

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareMay 24, 2025May 24, 2025

Ten states consider pregnancy a condition that overrides advance directives completely, including Texas, where in 2013, the family of a brain-dead woman who was kept alive because of her pregnancy entered into a legal battle over her treatment, and won.

In The Case of a Pregnant and Brain-dead Mother in Georgia, Answers Are Not Clear Cut

by Sofi Gratas | GPB NewsMay 24, 2025June 7, 2025

Gwinnett County mailed assessment notices to about 308,000 property owners today. Most residential properties saw their values change this year.

Gwinnett Residents: Your 2025 Property Tax Assessment Notices Went Out Today

by B.T. ClarkMay 23, 2025May 23, 2025

doctors doing surgery inside emergency room

When Doctors Fear the Law: The Case of a Brain Dead Mother Kept Alive By Machines

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMay 22, 2025June 7, 2025

🤖 Why This Should Catch Your Attention: Artificial intelligence is not just coming for your job—it is already here. Gen Z knows it. That is why so many are picking careers that require actual hands, not just fast typing. Trade jobs are tough to automate, and they are not getting outsourced to a server farm in another country.

Gen Z College Graduates Are Going Blue Collar: Here’s Why

by B.T. ClarkMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025

Over 14,000 Gwinnett County seniors are set to cross the stage this month, marking the end of a 13-year academic journey and the start of new adventures.

Meet The Gwinnett County Schools Class of 2025

by B.T. ClarkMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025

Georgia's attorney general says the state's abortion law doesn't require keeping a brain-dead pregnant woman on life support, contradicting what doctors told her family.

Georgia Attorney General: Law Does Not Say Doctors Must Keep Brain Dead Pregnant Woman on Life Support

by B.T. ClarkMay 20, 2025June 7, 2025

A fourth measles case has surfaced in Georgia in an unvaccinated person, the state Department of Public Health said Monday.

4th Case of Measles Found in Georgia: How to Protect Your Family

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

The Gwinnett County Public Schools seniors honored as Posse Scholars this year are:

12 Gwinnett County Seniors Named Posse Scholars

by School ReportsMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Former students of Warren Road Elementary School will return to their alma mater for a Senior Walk to celebrate their upcoming high school graduation. The event will take place on Thursday, May 22, at 1:30 p.m. at the school’s campus on Warren Road in Augusta.

Warren Road Elementary Welcomes Back Graduates for Senior Walk

by B.T. ClarkMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Marietta High School will honor 586 graduating seniors at its annual commencement ceremony at Northcutt Stadium on Thursday. The event will recognize students who are preparing for college, military service, and careers.

A Closer Look at The Marietta High School Class of 2025

by B.T. ClarkMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Businesses front-loading orders to avoid looming tariffs are continuing to drive containerized cargo traffic at the Port of Savannah.

How Are Tariffs Impacting Georgia’s Ports?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

The sheriff called the matter serious, noting that even replica guns can cause panic and raise safety concerns in schools.

Fifth-Grade Student Charged After Bringing Airsoft Gun To Georgia Elementary School

by B.T. ClarkMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

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