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Environment August 21, 2025

Glacial lake flood hits Juneau, Alaska, reflecting a growing global risk as mountain glaciers melt

by Alton C. Byers, University of Colorado Boulder and Suzanne OConnell, Wesleyan University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Each summer in the mountains above Juneau,…

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Government & Politics August 21, 2025

The Orwellian echoes in Trump’s push for ‘Americanism’ at the Smithsonian

by Laura Beers, American University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When people use the term “Orwellian,” it’s not a good sign. It usually characterizes an…

Weather August 20, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, August 20, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, with a high near 90 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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Weather August 20, 2025

Scattered storms to continue in Georgia Wednesday, with heavy rainfall in some areas

Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across north and central Georgia, bringing lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall in some areas. The National Weather Service issued a hazardous…

Elections August 20, 2025

Michael McNeely qualifies in Mableton city council election

Michael McNeely, a candidate for Mableton City Council – District 2, submitted the following press release: Today, I qualify as a candidate for Mableton City Council – District 2. I…

Justice August 20, 2025

Reverse discrimination? In spite of the MAGA bluster over DEI, data shows white Americans are still advantaged

by Fred L. Pincus, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Two big assumptions underlie President Donald Trump’s attack on diversity, equity…

Weather August 19, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms in Georgia Tuesday, with increased chance through the week

Scattered thunderstorms will impact parts of north and central Georgia today, with the greatest storm coverage and localized flooding potential expected in northeast Georgia. Storm chances will persist through the…

Weather August 19, 2025

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Tuesday, August 19, 2025

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with a high near 91 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…

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Government & Politics August 18, 2025

Data that taxpayers have paid for and rely on is disappearing – here’s how it’s happening and what you can do about it

by Margaret Levenstein, University of Michigan and John Kubale, University of Michigan, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] People rely on data from federal agencies every…

Weather August 18, 2025

Isolated thunderstorms and high heat in Georgia Monday

North and central Georgia can expect isolated thunderstorms and high heat index values today, with scattered thunderstorms anticipated throughout the week. The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather alert…

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Education, News December 15, 2025

Court battle continues over expulsion for Cobb student who warned friend of shooting threat

By Rebecca Gaunt The Cobb County School District is pursuing the expulsion of a middle school student who used his school-issued device to warn a friend about a shooting threat,…

Health & Wellness December 15, 2025

FDA Panelists Questioned Antidepressants in Pregnancy. But Doctors Call Them a Lifeline.

This article by Lisa Rab first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Lisa Rab December 15, 2025 If you are pregnant or a new mother who is struggling…

Government & Politics December 15, 2025

US House GOP preps health care bill for vote before new year

by Jennifer Shutt, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] December 12, 2025 WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans released a health care bill Friday…

Environment December 15, 2025

New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option

by Suvrat Dhanorkar, Georgia Institute of Technology, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Electronic gifts are very popular, and in recent years, retailers have been offering…