Georgia's child welfare system remains on shaky ground after budget shortfall
Georgia's child welfare agency spiraled into crisis amid an $85.7 million shortfall and although lawmakers voted to fill it, the impacts will last.
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Georgia's child welfare agency spiraled into crisis amid an $85.7 million shortfall and although lawmakers voted to fill it, the impacts will last.
Prosecutors say the Georgia Home Depot associate used her credentials and the COVID-19 pandemic to steal more than 8,000 gift cards from the company in less than two years.
State bars Timothy Nathaniel Darnell from securities activities and imposes a $500,000 penalty, citing alleged violations related to the First Liberty collapse and losses suffered by senior investors.
South Fulton officials say the demolition of some of the complex's buildings are long overdue, but residents are concerned about where the bulldozers may go next.
On day nine of the Barrow County trial, prosecutors presented digital forensic evidence showing Colin Gray repeatedly overlooked warning signs and purchased weapons for his son ahead of the Apalachee High School shooting.
State Rep. Ruwa Romman is ending her run to be Georgia's next governor, shifting her focus to a soon-to-be-vacant metro Atlanta state Senate seat.
Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is pushing new legislation he says would expand free speech protections for students in public schools — and make Georgia the first state in the nation to formally back it.
A missing Barrow County infant who officials believed was abducted and in extreme danger has been found safe.
Cobb County police say they're closely monitoring two future "takeover" events after a recent gathering at The Battery ended with over a dozen arrested.
Lawmakers approved a new income tax rebate and homeowner relief grants as part of Georgia's midyear budget.
A $5 million gift from The Delta Air Lines Foundation is helping Georgia Tech soar to new heights in aerospace innovation.
Federal energy officials say they will loan a record $26.5 billion federal loan to Georgia Power and Alabama Power to expand electricity supply.
Authorities say Malani Jewelers and other stores laundered millions in stolen gold by melting it into jewelry, as part of a scam targeting seniors across Texas, Georgia, and Florida.
Despite bipartisan support, a bill to ban car booting in Georgia was killed in committee—leaving some drivers facing steep fines and unclear parking rules.
First-year head coach Miguel Johnson leads the Eagles into the postseason, following the departure of Hall of Fame coach Dr. Phillip McCrary, as the team looks to uphold Columbia's tradition of excellence.
In a speech heavy on economic boasts and immigration claims, President Donald Trump's second State of the Union comes days after the Supreme Court struck down most of his tariff plan.
"Survivor" favorites are back for the show's 50th season, and host Jeff Probst says they all came ready to play hard for the title.
A temporary memorial for the Original 33, Georgia's first Black lawmakers, was set up at the state Capitol, but the location for the permanent monument hasn't been determined.
On the eighth day of testimony in Barrow County, jurors reviewed hours of recorded interviews between Colin Gray, his daughter, and investigators, with prosecutors zeroing in on firearm storage and alleged contradictions.
In a letter sent to faculty and staff, UGA officials called the allegations "deeply troubling" and said the professor has been removed from campus.
A Gwinnett County man is in custody facing human trafficking and other charges after police say a separate robbery investigation helped them make an arrest.
The City of Avondale Estates has received a $1 million anonymous donation. Donors say the gift was made possible "thanks to Waffle House serving Avondale since 1955."
Roughly 50 miles east of Atlanta on Highway 78, near the Oconee County line, a simple roadside marker commemorates one of the most horrific racial crimes in American history.
The South Fulton City Council voted unanimously to prohibit ICE detention centers in South Fulton, joining a metro Atlanta movement to push back against federal immigration facility proposals in local communities.
Some DeKalb County families say that their concerns about the possible school closures go beyond where their child attends.
Authorities in South Fulton have arrested a suspect in last week's fatal double shooting of two teenagers.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement addressing the planned ICE presence at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, reassuring travelers and residents about ongoing security measures.
A major appeals court decision reopens a legal battle over a Black student's expulsion while also upholding the termination of a teacher tied to LGBTQ+-inclusive classroom materials.
Mass TSA callouts tied to the federal shutdown are causing major delays at Hartsfield-Jackson, with some passengers missing flights after waiting in security lines for hours.
Infielders Kyle Farmer and Dominic Smith have made the Atlanta Braves' major league roster and signed big league contracts after attending spring training with minor league deals.