Georgia
Georgia group uses art, culture to tackle mental health, loneliness
An Atlanta-based group is making sure more people have access to an unconventional but effective treatment for their moderate mental health challenges…
Report highlights how Georgia can unlock rural infrastructure, broadband
A new report highlighted how regional commissions are helping improve infrastructure in rural America. According to the Brookings Institution…
Gaps remain in GA 988 crisis system, despite progress
One in five Georgians experiences a mental illness each year, and while the state has made strides in expanding crisis support, a new report …
Advocates push for GA student protections amid possible immigration raids
A nationwide immigration crackdown is raising concerns in Georgia classrooms as families navigate new enforcement policies. With the Trump …
Georgia’s school mental health report card reveals urgent gaps
Georgia faces a growing mental health crisis among children, with schools on the front lines. Georgia schools received millions in grants last year …
Survey: Georgia drivers say carmakers should continue to improve fuel efficiency
Americans continue to see improving fuel economy as the most significant change they want from vehicle manufacturers when they offer new products…
Georgia's timber industry eyes sustainable aviation fuel to secure its future
Georgia is the nation's top forestry state, grappling with overproduction and the aftermath of severe storms which damaged timber supplies. Industry …
Report highlights needs for GA energy efficiency
A new report from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy showed the Southeast, including Georgia, is not doing enough to invest in energy efficiency…
Brookhaven mayor focuses on sustainability at national mayors conference
John Park, mayor of Brookhaven, joined more than 250 mayors at the 93rd annual winter meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C…
State of the State: Kemp proposes GA tax cuts, tort reform
Gov. Brian Kemp delivered his 2025 State of the State address Thursday, emphasizing tax cuts and tort reform as key priorities for Georgia. Kemp …
Gov. Kemp proposes $500M for Georgia’s water supply
In this year's state budget, Gov. Brian Kemp is proposing a $500 million investment to tackle a critical issue for Savannah and surrounding areas - …
Georgia church creates solar-powered emergency hub with federal climate funds
By Yessenia Funes for Next City and Yale Climate Connections. Broadcast version by Shanteya Hudson for Georgia News Connection reporting for the …