Local News in Fulton County

State of U.S. democracy reaches new low, report finds

A new global democracy report finds the U.S. at its lowest level of democratic performance in the 50 years it has been measured.

Family income rose and poverty fell in 2025 — but safety net cuts could erase gains

An annual report from the Census Bureau shows the average family made more money in 2025 than the year before, while the official poverty rate declined. Health care coverage was little changed from 2024.

As health care gets smarter, affordability remains the challenge

The growing number of patients taking GLP-1 medications has coincided with declining obesity rates, but the drugs may increase health care costs. Artificial intelligence is helping insurers analyze costly claims and guide patients through an increasingly complicated system. And…

Kennedy Center board votes to close it, as judge again keeps Trump's name off

The board's vote to shutter the historic arts center came amid concerns about financial, structural problems.

Republican Rep. Massie moves to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth over Iran war

Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Tuesday over the war in Iran.

Public Information Meeting for Sidewalk Installations for Welcome All and Merk Roads

Mon Laferte: Tiny Desk Concert

Mon Laferte aims to contradict, expose or challenge norms; she takes the assignment of performing in an office space as no exception.

Helene-ravaged communities to learn whether water projects will get federal funding

Communities across Georgia that were hit hard by Hurricane Helene will begin learning in November whether they will get a share of federal relief funding earmarked for water projects.

Tiny krill are turning up in deep-sea hydrothermal vents. Scientists want to know why

Antarctic krill serve as a crucial food source for penguins, seals, and whales. They recycle nutrients used by algae. Now researchers say they've found krill in a surprising place: hydrothermal vents.

Republican candidates for office appeal to supporters at annual Faith and Freedom fundraiser

Republicans running for statewide office fired up supporters at the annual Faith and Freedom Coalition victory dinner Monday. GPB’s Sarah Kallis reports.

Anthropic co-founder says slowing AI is a 'collective action problem'

Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark discusses growing concerns about artificial intelligence, recent warning signs and what he says companies should do to reduce the risks.

Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms

The Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump’s bid to restrict mail ballots ahead of the midterm elections. The decision allows states to continue sending ballots under existing processes used by nearly one-third of voters.