Atlanta nonprofit seeing families struggling with utility bills
The Midtown Assistance Center, a social services organization in Atlanta, says it's seeing some families with utility bills reaching hundreds of dollars.
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Organization tries to get Georgia's Muslim voters to head to the polls
There are roughly 100,000 registered Muslim voters across Georgia, most of them in metro Atlanta. With the midterms supposed to be close, getting them to the polls could make a difference.
Atlanta event raises money to lower barrier to equestrian sports
Now in its ninth year, the Atlanta Fashion and Polo Classic blends elite equestrian competition with high fashion and serves as a major fundraiser supporting African American youth in equestrian sports.
DeKalb County cancer survivor uses her experience to help others
Cheryl Brown has fought breast cancer three times and now uses her knowledge to make sure no one goes through that journey alone.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
CBS News observed two MS NOW employees being turned away from the White House on Saturday morning.
UGA researchers discover 7 new viruses in sea turtle populations
Researchers at the University of Georgia say they've identified more than a dozen virus, including seven of which had never been identified before in any species, that could threaten sea turtle species.
Atlanta City Council to vote on 22-mile Beltline light rail plan
The push to bring trains around the entire Atlanta Beltline is headed for a citywide vote.
Georgia parents facing charges after dispute at school bus stop
An incident involving a Lumpkin County school bus student drop-off has ended with three adults facing criminal charges, deputies say.
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Cooper Rush to start for Falcons against Panthers with Tagovailoa, Penix out
The Atlanta Falcons have settled their quarterback dilemma for Sunday's home opener: Cooper Rush will get another start.
Meet the Atlanta Dream chaplains helping players find purpose beyond performance
Behind the bright lights and roaring crowds at Atlanta Dream games, players can step into a quieter space for prayer, encouragement, and support.
Angel Reese leads Dream past Sun 103-59; Rhyne Howard breaks WNBA 3-point record
Angel Reese returned to Atlanta rested, dominant and ready for the playoffs.
Atlanta Dream center Brionna Jones to miss remainder of season with left leg injury
The Atlanta Dream will have to pursue their championship hopes without center Brionna Jones.
Crow-Armstrong homers twice, Imanaga shines as Cubs beat Braves 8-4
Armstrong homered to lead off the third, breaking Billy Williams' franchise record set in 1970.
Here's what Falcons fans can eat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium this season
Falcons fans have several new food options to look forward to for the 2026 season at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including mango habanero wings, birria Mexican pizza, desserts, family-size meals, and game-day specials inspired by visiting teams.
Brent Key challenges Georgia Tech to embrace adversity after 0-2 start
Georgia Tech coach Brent Key is embracing the challenge after starting the season 0-2.
Acuña, Albies and Baldwin power Braves' 6-3 comeback win over Cubs
Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies and Drake Baldwin hit late-inning, two-run homers, and the Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hits his 42nd homer on a 4-hit night as Cubs beat Braves 7-3
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Falcons name Cooper Rush starting quarterback against Panthers
The Atlanta Falcons have settled their quarterback dilemma for Sunday's home opener: Cooper Rush will get another start.
Porsha Williams reveals she underwent an emergency partial hysterectomy
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy earlier this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids.
What's motivating Georgia's Muslim voters ahead of the midterm elections?
There are roughly 100,000 registered Muslim voters across Georgia, most of them in metro Atlanta. With the midterms supposed to be close, getting them to the polls could make a difference.
Audit finds Atlanta owed over $236 million in outstanding water balances
A new audit says more than 60,000 accounts owe Atlanta more than $236 million in unpaid water and sewer bills. That includes government agencies, restaurants and, in many cases, families struggling to pay their bills.
Storm chances ramping up across parts of Georgia into the weekend
Scattered storms are forecast in parts of North Georgia on Friday evening with more expected over the weekend. While they may cool things off a bit, the heat's staying put for a while.
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Organization tries to get Georgia's Muslim voters to head to the polls
There are roughly 100,000 registered Muslim voters across Georgia, most of them in metro Atlanta. With the midterms supposed to be close, getting them to the polls could make a difference.
Sen. Warnock warns voters could be misled by fake AI election content
Fake social media posts about U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock's health looked convincing enough that friends and constituents called to say they were praying for his recovery.
DeKalb County adds two more early voting sites in Stone Mountain and Tucker
DeKalb County voters will have two more places to cast ballots during the final week of early voting for the Nov. 3 general election.
Commuters register to vote at MARTA stations ahead of Georgia's general election
On Tuesday, six MARTA stations hosted nonpartisan organizations to help people get registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
Georgia voter registration deadline is approaching. MARTA is helping riders prepare
Georgians have several opportunities Tuesday to register to vote or update their voter information as organizations across metro Atlanta mark National Voter Registration Day.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp endorses Collins in U.S. Senate race
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins received a significant endorsement in his push to unseat Sen. Jon Ossoff with Gov. Brian Kemp officially backing him.
Cobb County considering new way to mail absentee ballots before November election
Cobb County election officials are expected to consider several changes Monday that could affect where and how some voters cast their ballots in the November election.
Harris to campaign with Ossoff at metro Atlanta fundraising event
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to come to metro Atlanta to campaign for Sen. Jon Ossoff in the weeks before the pivotal midterm election.
Georgia officials say untested federal ballot portal could create Election Day problems
Georgia election officials say it is too late to change how mail ballots are handled before the November midterm elections.