Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
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Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Most of Georgia will be back under a heat advisory on Tuesday as a dangerous heat wave continues to scorch parts of the United States.
The hot summer can mean pricier power costs, but experts say there are some easy ways to make your bill lower while staying cool.
Most of Georgia, including all of metro Atlanta, will be under a heat advisory from noon through 8 p.m. on Monday.
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
With the FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations continuing in Centennial Olympic Park during the hot weather, firefighters and medics want to make sure that people are keep safe and cool.
High temperatures in Atlanta led to a situation where multiple children had to be treated by medics at a local park on Friday.
The record-breaking temperatures and weeks without rain have Georgia gardeners and farmers worried about their plants and crops.
Atlanta could break records for high temperatures this week, which means tough working conditions for those in the metro area whose jobs keep them outside.
As 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan's funeral procession traveled to Georgia National Cemetery, the community gathered along the route to salute the fallen officer and offer support to his family.
This week, a group of local wedding professionals and photographers joined the patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta for Family Portrait Day, a special event designed to bring some light to what can be a difficult time.
Leaders of Head Start in Georgia have concerns about whether the Trump administration's plan to change the program's rules will be detrimental to children during these critical years of learning.
A former city clerk in southwest Georgia admitted using a government credit card to pay for personal items, including restaurant meals, dog treats and designer clothing.
Colin Gray, the father convicted for his role in the deadly shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, is asking for a new trial.