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News, Weather May 9, 2026

Georgia Forecast Calls for Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms But Severe Weather Not Expected

A hazardous weather outlook is in effect for north and central Georgia today through Friday, with a few thunderstorms possible this morning and scattered showers and thunderstorms expected each day…

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News, Weather May 4, 2026

Drought relief for Georgia possible with Wednesday, Thursday rain

A Hazardous Weather Outlook for north and central Georgia calls for isolated to scattered thunderstorms Wednesday into Thursday, with the highest chances across north Georgia. A few strong storms could…

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News, Weather May 2, 2026

Drought easing, but Cobb UGA Extension agent warns mature trees are dying

By Mark Woolsey Horticultural experts say with a welcome and at least temporary reprieve from the drought underway, they have their fingers crossed. This week could see rainfall to the…

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News, Weather April 9, 2026

Dry Conditions, Low Humidity Raise Wildfire Risk in North and Central Georgia

A Fire Danger Statement is in effect this afternoon and evening for parts of north and central Georgia, where dry vegetation and low humidity are creating elevated wildfire risk. Outdoor…

News, Weather April 6, 2026

What are the risks for inclement weather in Georgia this week?

According to the National Weather Service, the risk of inclement weather this week are low, with heightened fire conditions the main concern. A Hazardous Weather Outlook for north and central…

News, Weather March 19, 2026

Metro Atlanta Under Frost Advisory Early Thursday Morning

A Frost Advisory remains in effect from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT Thursday across parts of Georgia, with temperatures as low as 33 degrees expected to produce frost that…

Weather March 1, 2025

High fire danger conditions continue in Georgia Saturday, March 1

High fire danger conditions continue over much of north and central Georgia as a dry cold front continues to sweep across the region Saturday March 1. The National Weather Service…

Climate and Weather December 29, 2024

Heavy rain, strong thunderstorms move into Georgia Sunday morning

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Sunday morning, December 29, 2024. Heavy rain and damaging…

Climate and Weather December 10, 2024

North and Central Georgia weather alert: Rain and storms to linger through Wednesday

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Showers and isolated thunderstorms will…

Climate and Weather December 5, 2024

Cobb climate almanac & weather forecast for Thursday, December 5, 2024

The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny here in Cobb County on Thursday, December 5, 2024, with a high near 48 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

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Health & Wellness May 18, 2026

Trump Bought Stock in Drugmaker as His Government Boosted Its Obesity Drugs

This article by Darius Tahir first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. May 18, 2026 President Donald Trump earlier this year bought as much as $680,000 in stock…

Government & Politics, State Government May 18, 2026

Ten candidates compete for two seats on Georgia’s powerful utility commission

by Emily Jones, WABE/Grist, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] May 15, 2026 This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WABE…

Economy May 18, 2026

Affordability is more than a political buzzword for many Georgia voters

by Ross Williams, Maya Homan, and Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] May 18, 2026 Everything is more expensive these days,…

Health & Wellness May 18, 2026

Flavored vapes led to a major shake‑up at the FDA – 3 health policy analysts explain the science behind the controversial products

by Claire L. Ma, University of Michigan; Holly Jarman, University of Michigan, and Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The resignation of…

Crime & Public Safety May 18, 2026

Dark patterns on the web are designed to manipulate you – why aren’t they all illegal?

by Gregory M. Dickinson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Institute for Humane Studies, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] You open a free app to do one simple…