When younger students return to Georgia public schools this fall, they will learn an old-school skill: handwriting. New changes to the state standards for English Language Arts will require the teaching of cursive writing in elementary school. The state Board of Education approved the standards overhaul two years ago but gave teachers until this fall […]
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Richmond County Opens Cooling Centers As Dangerous Heat Hits Georgia
Richmond County has opened eight cooling centers to help residents escape the dangerous heat wave sweeping across Georgia today. 🌡️ Why It Matters: With heat index values expected to reach up to 109 degrees, these cooling centers provide a lifesaving option for people without air conditioning or those most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. ❄️ Where […]
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Mario Guevara’s Arrest: Is Press Freedom Under Threat in The United States?
Several organizations dedicated to preserving free speech and protecting members of the press are calling for the release of a prominent immigration reporter who was detained while covering a protest in Atlanta earlier this month and is now on track to be deported. Mario Guevara, an Emmy-award winning Spanish language reporter based in metro Atlanta, […]
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Argument After Church Basketball Game Leads to Shooting in Jonesboro
Violence erupted in a church parking lot Monday night. Four people were shot following a basketball game at First Baptist Church of Jonesboro, leaving the community shaken and police searching for answers. 🚨 Why It Matters: This shooting brings gun violence directly into a space meant for community gathering and worship. Residents now face concerns […]
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One Dead and Three Pets Killed in Devastating Snellville House Fire
A house fire in unincorporated Snellville Tuesday night killed one person and three pets. Neighbors called 911 reporting flames and a trapped person inside the home on Round Stone Trail. What Happened: Firefighters arrived at 7:38 p.m. to find heavy flames engulfing the back of the split-level home. Their rescue efforts were temporarily halted when […]
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Georgia Under Heat Advisory: Severe Storms to Follow Tonight
Residents across Georgia will face dangerous heat today with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees, prompting officials to issue a Heat Advisory until 8 p.m. 🌡️ Why It Matters: This extreme heat poses serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly, young children, and outdoor workers. Heat-related illnesses can develop quickly […]
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Pride Flags Vandalized in Atlanta’s Rainbow Crosswalk: What We Know
Atlanta police arrested four young men and are searching for two more suspects after Pride flags were vandalized near the iconic rainbow crosswalk on Piedmont Avenue early Tuesday morning. 🚨 Why It Matters: This attack on LGBTQ symbols during Pride Month has rattled Atlanta’s vibrant LGBTQ community, especially since police say the suspects specifically traveled […]
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How Many Cuts and Bruises Does The Average American Get in a Year?
The average American racks up 4,000 cuts, scrapes and bruises over a lifetime, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed just how injury-prone we are — and why. More than half (51%) say they’re more likely to get hurt in the summer, with distraction (34%), clumsiness (22%), and kitchen mishaps (19%) topping […]
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Shake Shack Opens First Full-Bar Location at The Battery Atlanta
Shake Shack will open its ninth Georgia location at The Battery Atlanta on Monday, June 30, featuring the company’s first U.S.-owned restaurant with a full bar. The new restaurant includes a double-sided bar with outdoor seating, a walk-up bar window, arcade games, and a custom mural by Detroit artist Jesse Kassel. On game days, a […]
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Severe Storms Set to Strike Georgia Today With Unusual Path
Georgians should prepare for scattered severe storms this afternoon and evening that could bring damaging winds and hail across the state. 🌩️ Why It Matters: These storms are taking an unusual northeast to southwest track across Georgia, which could catch residents off guard. The severe weather threat level has reached 2 out of 5 for […]