2+ day, 11+ hour ago   (363+ words) ONGOING COVERAGE Winter Storm Fern >> Georgia has a kidney problem. Right now, thousands of Georgians live with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or kidney failure. Most rely on dialysis " an exhausting treatment that filters the blood. On top of that,…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago   (198+ words) ATLANTA " Atlanta's mayor says city crews are already in position and preparing for the possibility of freezing rain, sleet, or snow this weekend. Mayor Andre Dickens says crews are pre-treating priority roads, monitoring water systems, and preparing for the potential…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago   (931+ words) ONGOING COVERAGE Winter Storm Fern >> Before the Jan. 21 approval of Fulton County's 2026 operating budget, it looked like homeowners and commercial property owners could expect a hike to the property tax rate this fall. The Fulton County Commission passed this year's…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago   (910+ words) Jan. 23 " The weather appears to be turning frightful for the weekend. We've got more below about the governor's state of emergency, and visit RoughDraft.news and follow us on Instagram and Facebook for ongoing coverage of the impending winter storm....

2+ day, 15+ hour ago   (167+ words) As winter approaches, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens emphasizes the city's proactive measures to tackle potential weather-related challenges. With forecasts predicting severe winter conditions, it is essential to understand how local authorities are preparing to ensure public safety and minimize disruptions....

3+ day, 1+ hour ago   (339+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " The Atlanta City Council passed a $2 million budget on Tuesday to fund arts organizations in metro Atlanta, the same budget as last year. The state of the arts in Atlanta isn't good, according to advocates…...

3+ day, 2+ hour ago   (193+ words) Georgia enters 2026 with several new laws now active that affect everyday life.Starting Jan. The post 2026 ushers in a new wave of Georgia laws first appeared on The Atlanta 100. The post 2026 ushers in a new wave of Georgia laws appeared…...

3+ day, 5+ hour ago   (702+ words) Every winter storm is a challenge for Georgia's leaders, who dread a reprise of 2014's Snowmageddon. The disastrous response to that icy gridlock turned Atlanta into a laughingstock and transformed how leaders prepare for severe weather....

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (454+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Three Georgia Democratic lawmakers are introducing homeowner association (HOA) oversight bills and are asking homeowners to share their stories with other lawmakers at the state capitol next week. State Reps. Viola Davis of Stone Mountain;…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (840+ words) The Atlanta Regional Commission's (ARC) January board meeting marked the beginning of an ambitious new year. The joint meeting with the Transportation and Air Quality Committee (TAQC) on Jan. 14 provided a high-level overview of the city's efforts to improve residents…...