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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 5

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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

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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 5

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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 4

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

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Health

Atlanta ovarian cancer support group helps women find hope and community

Atlanta ovarian cancer support group helps women find hope and community An Atlanta support group for women with ovarian cancer has helped women find community across the country. Kim Airhart was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2020, and she said she was blindsided. "I went and had a couple different opinions with some different doctors and finally was able to discover the fact that I had, in fact, almost a […]

todayMay 21, 2026 4

Keisha Lance Bottoms

Politics

Georgia primary results set up high-stakes runoffs for governor, Senate

Georgia primary results set up high-stakes runoffs for governor, Senate The election results are in from the May primary and general elections, and several candidates will face off in a June runoff election. In the races for governor and U.S. Senate, both Republican primaries resulted in a runoff while Democrats secured their spot on the ticket. Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for governor with 56% […]

todayMay 21, 2026 10

A hand drops a ballot in the 3D Georgia map with the colors of the Georgia state flag on a blue background in a flat design style

Politics

Judge reverses order allowing GOP observers in Georgia election “bunker”

Judge reverses order allowing GOP observers in Georgia election “bunker” A judge has voided a previous decision, which would have allowed Republican congressional observers into the room where Georgia’s vote totals are received on election night. Georgia Republicans escalated a dispute on Monday with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, also a Republican who is running for governor. The group filed a lawsuit insisting State Election Board observers and poll […]

todayMay 20, 2026 4