Senate passes legislation to end government shutdown, bill heads to the House
The 41-day shutdown could last a few more days as members of the House, which has been on recess since mid-September, return to Washington to vote on the legislation.
Data reveals most popular baby names of 2025, trends that will influence names in 2026
New data is revealing the most popular baby names of 2025, along with trends that will influence baby names in 2026.
Government shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote
The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.
Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts
President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.
Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office hosts Thanksgiving giveaway for thousands amid shutdown
Hundreds lined up before dawn at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds for the sheriff’s annual Thanksgiving food giveaway.
How to stay debt-free this holiday season as costs and uncertainty rise
Financial expert urges families to plan and save early to avoid holiday debt amid federal cuts and SNAP delays.
How to help SNAP recipients in North Georgia
Community groups across North Georgia are asking for donations and volunteers to help families who may go weeks without assistance.
Food banks in metro Atlanta helping families during SNAP benefit shutdown
State and community food banks are stepping in just as November SNAP payments remain delayed.
Trump must fully fund SNAP benefits in November, federal judge orders
A federal judge in Rhode Island has ordered the Trump administration to find the money to fully fund SNAP benefits for November.
Amid SNAP benefits uncertainty, Mableton business owner hosts dinner for hundreds
Cheri Bailey hosted a free dinner for 300 people in Mableton after SNAP benefits were delayed by the government shutdown.
SNAP recipients in Georgia fear losing benefits as shutdown drags on
Confusion over funding for SNAP benefits is causing many recipients to worry whether they’ll be able to put food on the table.
Atlanta's forecasted freeze: Where to get help to stay warm, how to give
Where you can get help to stay warm for the first freeze of the season.
North Georgia residents: Do this now before next week's forecasted freeze
Residents should protect plants, pipes, and pets now before the cold front hits late Sunday into Monday.
Gwinnett teen steps up to help families impacted by government shutdown
A Shiloh High School junior is raising funds to support families in need.
Metro Atlanta food banks struggle to keep shelves filled amid government shutdown
Volunteers say the need was already high before the government shutdown began due to the rising cost of food.
Two metro Atlanta domestic violence cases turn deadly over weekend
Advocates say domestic violence cases are increasing in Georgia, with 170 people killed in 2024.
Warnock criticizes Trump administration over SNAP funding pause
Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock visited a community market in Atlanta's Edgewood neighborhood, Monday.
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church helps feed 2K amid SNAP shutdown
Thousands of people lined up at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church overnight, hoping for some much-needed assistance putting food on the table as SNAP benefits were suspended amid the government shutdown.
'Fund Food Stamps Now': Party for Socialism and Liberation rally at Georgia Capitol
Demonstrators gathered outside the Georgia State Capitol, urging Gov. Brian Kemp to use state funds to support SNAP beneficiaries affected by the federal shutdown.
Atlanta Community Food Bank pulls $5M from reserves to meet surge
People who depend on food assistance and nonprofits in metro Atlanta are breathing a sigh of relief after the judges’ rulings.