Georgia holds cannabis ban: Despite 24 states legalizing recreational marijuana, Georgia still outlaws adult-use and limits medical access to low-THC oil — find out what that means.
AI and STEM surge: The latest Georgia Chamber Foundation Q2 report forecasts 186,000 new STEM jobs and a major uptick in AI investment under the Georgia|2050 strategy — find out what it means.
Beyond the Miss Georgia crown: Audrey Kittila is balancing her new title with graduate studies in communication sciences and disorders at UGA, channeling her platform into research and advocacy — find out how.
Georgia PFAs for families: Managed by Georgia DNR’s Wildlife Resources Division, these Public Fishing Areas offer bass, bluegill and catfish fishing plus hiking trails, picnic spots, camping and bird watching year-round — learn what’s waiting near you.
Jake Paul's historic ranch purchase: The YouTuber-turned-boxer has closed a $39 million deal on Southlands, a 5,600-acre Decatur County estate and one of Georgia’s most expensive private land sales in history — find out what he plans next.
Runoff showdown in Georgia: With early voting below 1%, Peter Hubbard and Keisha Waites clash for a Public Service Commission seat that controls power bills for millions and steers Georgia’s energy future — find out what’s at stake.
$140M Ponzi scheme: A complaint filed Thursday says Brant Frost IV’s First Liberty Building and Loan bilked 300 investors of at least $140 million, funneling millions into personal and political spending before collapsing under SEC scrutiny — find out how.
Hydrogen blend reduces CO2 output: Georgia Power and Mitsubishi Power have successfully tested a 50% hydrogen–natural gas mix in an advanced turbine at Plant McDonough-Atkinson, cutting carbon emissions by 22% — find out how.
Food banks brace for cuts: Federal funding reductions threaten 1 million SNAP recipients in Georgia and force the Atlanta Community Food Bank to ration produce, cut portions, and team up with farmers and volunteers to meet rising need — find out how they’re responding.
Georgia backs growth and veterans: The new FY 2025-26 budget, effective this July, balances investments in education, public safety and infrastructure while offering military retirement pay tax relief — find out how Georgians stand to benefit.
Other Georgia headlines this week
- Bulldogs chase MLB Draft picks July 13
- Lightning sends Georgia Military College online
- Operation Southern Slowdown rolls out across Southeast
- Middle Georgia residents face heat advisory
- Multiple county crews contained two Georgia fires
- Tyson subsidiary cited for fire, explosion hazards
- Georgia surplus tax refunds exceed $773 million
- State recorded third-highest SNAP payment error rate
