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Federal investigators are scrutinizing Emory University for its diversity initiatives, part of President Donald Trump's broader effort to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion programs nationwide.

Trump Administration Puts Emory University Under Investigation for Diversity Programs

by B.T. ClarkMarch 16, 2025March 16, 2025

A societal backlash against the dizzying distraction of smartphones has gained momentum in the General Assembly, where legislation to ban the devices in schools remains in play after last week’s deadline to move bills between chambers.

Should Georgia Ban Smartphones in Schools?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMarch 14, 2025March 14, 2025

Georgians are experiencing troubles with their health insurance as the providers listed on the Georgia Access website often end up not accepting the insurance.

Georgia Access Patients Left in Limbo: When Listed Doctors Don’t Accept Your Insurance

by Poesy YoungMarch 13, 2025March 13, 2025

A Columbia County school bus driver was struck in the head by an unknown object while driving students home Wednesday. The driver pulled over on Hereford Farm Road after the incident.

Georgia School Bus Driver Injured After Being Hit in Back of Head While Driving

by B.T. ClarkMarch 13, 2025March 13, 2025

Mental health awareness is becoming an increasingly critical part of community building, so much so that both public and private entities are taking part in initiatives that focus on providing mental health interventions to vulnerable groups. However, there are regions in the United States where mental health awareness isn’t given the spotlight it deserves, requiring greater collaboration among advocacy groups.

Building Community Support for Mental Health Awareness in Georgia

by Special to The Georgia SunMarch 10, 2025March 10, 2025

🔍 Why It Matters: Gas leaks pose serious safety risks, including potential fire hazards and health concerns from gas exposure.

Georgia High School Evacuated After Gas Leak

by B.T. ClarkMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025

Emory University is joining a growing list of top research universities that plan to freeze or limit hiring because of concerns about federal research funding cuts.

How Trump’s Federal Cuts Caused a Hiring Freeze at Emory University

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatMarch 6, 2025

Teacher Giving Out Instructions Not to Cheat

Georgia Looks to Retired Teachers to Solve Teacher Shortage

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatFebruary 25, 2025February 25, 2025

The federal agency laid off hundreds of workers last week. The CDC had employed about 13,000 people, with 10,000 in Georgia.

CDC Layoffs: Fired Workers Rally for Support in Georgia

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025

In January, standing before a cluster of television cameras on the steps of the state Capitol, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp promoted his experiment in Medicaid reform as a showcase for fellow conservatives seeking to overhaul safety net benefits around the country.

Georgia Says its Medicaid Experiment is a Success. The Numbers Tell a Different Story

by Margaret Coker | The CurrentFebruary 22, 2025

💰 What We Know: Atlanta now stands as the second most financially distressed city in America, trailing only Houston, Texas, according to a new WalletHub study of the nation's 100 largest cities.

Atlanta Ranks Second Most Financially Distressed City in America

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 19, 2025

A local teen's extraordinary academic achievement has placed him at the pinnacle of Gwinnett County's scholastic excellence.

Gwinnett Math Whiz Named County’s Top Academic Star

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 18, 2025

⏭️ What's Next: The boil water notice will stay active until crews complete repairs and water quality tests show the water is safe to drink.

Dutch Island Under Boil Water Advisory

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025

The Georgia Department of Education kicked off a new teacher recruitment campaign Tuesday to address a teacher shortage.

How Will Georgia Address its Teacher Shortage?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatFebruary 18, 2025

The Georgia Supreme Court is raising “serious questions” about a 2019 state law that allows a judge to give someone joint custody over a former lover’s child, but the law remains intact.

Georgia Supreme Court Has ‘Serious Questions’ About New Child Custody Law

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025

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