Since the pandemic, Atlanta schools continue to wrestle with chronic absenteeism
Atlanta Public Schools are tackling significant absenteeism and tardiness issues with a new strategy involving social workers visiting homes to address the root causes.
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State’s largest ‘diaper bank’ says clients are cleaning soiled diapers and reusing them
Helping Mamas, Georgia’s largest diaper bank located in Norcross, is facing a critical shortage as many families in the metro area struggle to afford diapers.
Metro Atlanta city cut property taxes nearly in half
Homeowners in Woodstock are set to receive the largest property tax cut in 30 years, thanks to a city council decision to reduce the millage rate nearly in half from 1995 levels.
Kids need more of a ‘brain break’ at recess, DeKalb County parents tell school board
Parents in DeKalb County are advocating for longer recess times for their children, expressing frustration at some schools reducing recess to the 15-minute minimum.
‘This is our life:’ Atlanta Public Schools celebrate two sisters turn principals
Sisters Kristy Reese and Kimberly Gibbs are making history as principals at two Atlanta Public Schools, marking a unique family milestone.
$1.4 billion Powerball jackpot spurs flurry of ticket-buying at Cobb store
Residents are flocking to convenience stores and supermarkets as the Powerball jackpot reaches an astounding $1.4 billion, one of the largest on record.
Decatur votes to slow down speed limits on some streets
The city of Decatur is considering lowering speed limits by 5 mph on key state routes to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
$1B up for grabs in Powerball tonight; Atlanta airport is busy with jackpot hopefuls and travelers
The Powerball jackpot has surged to more than $1 billion, drawing eager players to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of Georgia’s busiest lottery ticket locations, on one of the nation’s busiest travel days.
Dragon Con descends on Atlanta
Dragon Con, the massive pop culture convention, has returned to downtown Atlanta, drawing 75,000 costumed attendees.
City of Atlanta opening grocery store to clear up downtown food desert
City leaders say the market will help those in the area who have not previously had easy access to healthy food.
