Environmental groups threaten lawsuit over Flint River pollution from airport

Environmental groups threaten lawsuit over Flint River pollution from airport

Environmental groups threaten lawsuit over Flint River pollution from airport Environmental groups sent leaders of the City of Atlanta and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport a notice last week of their intent to file a lawsuit against the entities for ongoing illegal pollution of the Flint River. Flint Riverkeeper and the Southern Environmental Law Center sent the notice to Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Airport General Manager Ricky Smith saying […]

August 5, 2026 14

U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Ross official portrait.

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Judge’s misconduct made public as Georgia lawmakers push impeachment

Judge's misconduct made public as Georgia lawmakers push impeachment Shortly after a federal judge in Atlanta received a “private reprimand” for her conduct, the judge’s identity was disclosed. Then, two congressional Republicans from Georgia introduced impeachment resolution against her. An investigation found that U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Ross had sex with a high-ranking police officer in her chambers, attended a partisan political event and then lied about it to […]

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Georgia’s massive tick collection helps researchers track disease risks year-round

Georgia’s massive tick collection helps researchers track disease risks year-round Georgia is home to one of the world’s largest tick collections, and due to the state’s warm, humid climate, ticks are active year-round. The tick collection at Georgia Southern University (GSU) includes more than 1 million specimens and is used by public health officials to research and combat tick-borne diseases. There are three species that are commonly found on humans: […]

August 4, 2026 15

Gov. Brian Kemp gives the audience a thumbs up at his final State of the State address Thursday at the Georgia State Capitol. Credit: Georgia House of Representatives Livestream.

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Kemp orders state agencies to hold spending steady amid tax cuts

Kemp orders state agencies to hold spending steady amid tax cuts Gov. Brian Kemp is directing state agencies to keep their spending at stable levels as Kemp prepares to leave office and as the state reduces income taxes. A memo was sent in July instructing agencies to maintain their current spending levels. Richard Dunn, the director of the Georgia Office of Planning and Budget, sent the memo saying the move […]

August 4, 2026 14

Two old fire trucks parked in front of a fire department

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Barnesville Fire Department adopts new shift schedule to reduce burnout

Barnesville Fire Department adopts new shift schedule to reduce burnout A small town fire department is the latest in Georgia to change its shift schedules for firefighters to reduce burnout. The Barnesville Fire Department shifted Friday from a 12 hour work schedule to a 24-72 schedule. Chief Kelvin Chute said the previous schedule required firefighters to work 12 hour shifts Monday through Sunday with Thursday off and working half a […]

August 3, 2026 8

Education

Georgia students head back to school as new year begins Monday

Georgia students head back to school as new year begins Monday Children, parents and teachers have been preparing for the first day of school for weeks, and some will head back to the classroom today for the first day of the 2026-2027 academic year. Several schools across Georgia welcome back children Monday, including Atlanta Public Schools, Cobb County Schools and Bibb County Schools. Jennifer Rich of Centennial Academy said she […]

August 3, 2026 12

Carol Reed is one of the hundreds of volunteers who help Reflections of Trinity send meals across Georgia. She is pictured organizing food in boxes. Credit: CBS News Atlanta.

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Georgia food pantry sees growing need amid high costs

Georgia food pantry sees growing need amid high costs A metro Atlanta nonprofit says the amount of people relying on food pantries remains high along with grocery prices. Reflections of Trinity in Hiram served just under 3 million pounds of food in 2025 to people in 77 Georgia counties and some outside of Georgia. Founder Laurie Ann Wong-Burns told CBS News Atlanta that during the coronavirus pandemic, they were serving […]

July 31, 2026 17

A pack of medications sitting on a table

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Georgia health experts warn heat can affect medications

Georgia health experts warn heat can affect medications With temperatures continuing to rise in Georgia, health professionals are warning those taking medications to be aware of how their medications interact with the heat. Certain drugs can impact your body’s ability to regulate temperature and reduce the effectiveness of the medication. "There are some common medications for the heart and for blood pressure," Andrew Wilson of Dunwoody Pharmacy told CBS News […]

July 31, 2026 12

A baby holding a hand through a NICU incubator

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Wellstar opens new NICU, transfers 44 babies to new unit

Wellstar opens new NICU, transfers 44 babies to new unit A new neonatal intensive care unit has welcomed 44 babies through a carefully coordinated move. Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center recently opened a 49-bed NICU as part of its nine-story, 300,000-square-foot Yellow Tower, a $400 million investment. More than 100 doctors, nurses and caregivers helped transfer the 44 infants to their new, temporary home. The new unit was built with […]

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