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Gov. Brian Kemp speaks on Tuesday before signing the budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Credit: Office of Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp.

Community

Waycross center helps violence survivors access services in southeast Georgia

Waycross center helps violence survivors access services in southeast Georgia An organization in rural, southeast Georgia is working to bridge the gap between service providers for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse. The Waycross Family Justice Center opened in August 2024 and has helped 260 victims so far. The center works with partners, such as the Department of Family and Children Services and Georgia Legal Services, to […]

todayMay 28, 2026 4

The Chattahoochee River at Paces Mill Park in Atlanta Georgia.

Environment

Thousands of fish die in Chattahoochee after Atlanta flood and sewage overflow

Thousands of fish die in Chattahoochee after Atlanta flood and sewage overflow Stormwater overflow from Atlanta’s flood on Wednesday resulted in thousands of fish in the Chattahoochee River being killed. The damage of the floodwaters spans for around 20 miles. Jason Ulseth, the executive director of the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, said he has never seen anything like it. The combination of the drought leading to near-historic lows for the river and […]

todayMay 27, 2026 13

Sen. Jon Ossoff speaks onstage during the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation 2025 Good Trouble Gala at Flourish Atlanta on May 29, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Politics

Ossoff, Bottoms team up for Atlanta rally ahead of November election

Ossoff, Bottoms team up for Atlanta rally ahead of November election Sen. Jon Ossoff and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms are joining forces on the campaign trail to defeat their Republican challengers for office. Ossoff will appear with Democratic gubernatorial nominee Bottoms at a rally in Atlanta on Sunday for the first joint appearance of the candidates. As Ossoff defends his seat and Bottoms fights for the governor’s seat, […]

todayMay 27, 2026 6

A summary infographic showing hurricane season probability and numbers of named storms predicted from NOAA's 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. Credit: NOAA

Weather

NOAA forecasts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026

NOAA forecasts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026 Forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for 2026 in the Atlantic Ocean.  The hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30, and NOAA’s outlook predicts a 55% chance of below-normal season. “With the most advanced forecast modeling and hurricane tracking technologies, NOAA and the National Weather Service are prepared to deliver real-time storm […]

todayMay 26, 2026 4

Farmer walking through maize field, low angle view with selective focus

Health

Georgia group works to address growing mental health crisis among farmers

Georgia group works to address growing mental health crisis among farmers A Georgia organization is looking for ways to address mental health concerns among the state’s farmers. John P. McElveen is the director of the Georgia Agricultural Wellness Alliance, which was founded in 2022. He told WABE that the general population might not realize the types of stressors farmers are under today. “I do think those outside of agriculture sometimes […]

todayMay 26, 2026 10

A welder welding

Community

Goodwill program helps Georgians rebuild careers after incarceration

Goodwill program helps Georgians rebuild careers after incarceration Goodwill of North Georgia helps thousands of formerly incarcerated individuals earn trade certifications and find jobs. Elaine Armstrong, Goodwill of North Georgia's vice president of marketing, said the program has helped more than 15,000 people find work in different fields. "We work with more than 5,000 employers across North Georgia. So that could be anybody from the folks who may hire our […]

todayMay 25, 2026 4

Field of U.S. flags

Community

Here are 3 ways to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day in Georgia

Here are 3 ways to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day in Georgia Memorial Day serves as a national day of remembrance for those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the U.S., and many Americans observe the day by attending local parades and visiting cemeteries and monuments. Several ceremonies and services will be held across Georgia today. Here are a few ceremonies and observances happening at cemeteries […]

todayMay 25, 2026 9

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter speaks at the 24th annual Rosalynn Carter Georgia Mental Health Forum in May 2019 at The Carter Center in Atlanta. The forum, established in 1995, is held each May to address a timely mental health policy issue facing the state.

Health

Carter Center forum highlights need for earlier mental health care

Carter Center forum highlights need for earlier mental health care The Carter Center hosted its 30th annual Mental Health Forum, continuing the legacy of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. The event is dedicated to advancing mental health policy, systems, and practice across the state of Georgia by bringing together state leaders, experts in the field, and advocates. Former U.S. Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy, who helped get the 2008 federal Mental […]

todayMay 22, 2026 3

Keisha Lance Bottoms

Politics

Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic governor primary, avoids runoff

Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic governor primary, avoids runoff Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms avoided a runoff on Tuesday by receiving 56% of the vote in the Democratic primary for governor. Bottoms took her win as proof of her campaign’s success and potential to win the general election in November. “We have a very powerful campaign that's ready to take on whoever comes out of this Republican primary in […]

todayMay 22, 2026 6