WATCH: Flooding in Clayton from heavy rains on May 27
Heavy rains caused flooding on Talmadge Road in Clayton on May 27, 2026. SHAWN MACINTYRE / STAFF
May 30, 2026Open source
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NC Democratic Party leader Anderson Clayton runs to the problem – engaging voters
Anderson Clayton came to lead the NC Democratic party in 2023 with a long list of goals, including appealing to rural voters. That list got longer this year.
May 30, 2026Open source
Storm chances ease in parts of New Mexico
Isolated thunderstorms will continue through the evening across northeast and far eastern New Mexico, especially around Clayton, Tucumcari.
May 30, 2026Open source
Atlanta airport opening high-tech, 7,000-space parking deck
During the wee hours of Monday morning, travelers in and out of the world’s busiest airport can use one of the world’s smartest parking decks.
May 30, 2026Open source
Inside a Detroit firm’s plan to bring live entertainment to Clayton County
Checking out the Arena at Southlake, metro Atlanta’s newest entertainment venue. The Morrow facility also will host academic programs, sports and community...
May 27, 2026Open source
Spivey Splash Water Park closes May 23 due to weather, plans to reopen May 24
Follow Clayton County updates for the latest on reopening plans.
May 23, 2026Open source
Norton Fire burns vegetation in regional preserve near Clayton A vegetation fire was burning in a remote ar...
A vegetation fire was burning in a remote area of eastern Contra Costa County on Thursday afternoon, Cal Fire said.
May 22, 2026Open source
Clayton traffic stop leads to conviction of international fugitive
A Jamaican national wanted for murder in Saint Lucia was sentenced to federal prison Tuesday for possessing firearms while unlawfully present in the United S...
May 21, 2026Open source
NCS baseball roundup: De La Salle survives epic Heritage rally to advance
Heritage scores six in seventh but loses to DLS in walk-off fashion. Clayton Valley also advances. Monte Vista, Liberty postponed after 11 innings because of...
May 20, 2026Open source
How a New Israeli Policy Cuts Off Humanitarian Aid in Gaza
Clayton Dalton writes about Israel’s stonewalling of the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, including medical support from Doctors Without Borders.
May 15, 2026Open source
Hatchet attack suspect arrested at Clayton County homeless encampment
Suspect arrested for allegedly attacking individuals with a hatchet in Clayton County. Charges of aggravated assault and battery filed.
May 7, 2026Open source
Metro Atlanta man convicted of rape already in jail on murder charge
A Clayton County jury has convicted a man of aggravated sexual battery and false imprisonment in a 2020 case only to learn he was already behind bars on a se...
May 6, 2026Open source
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Stash of meth found hidden in spare tire during traffic stop, deputies say
A traffic stop in Rabun County, Georgia, led deputies to a hidden meth stash in a vehicle’s spare tire.
May 8, 2026Open source
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From Puppets to Muppets. The Center for Puppetry Arts entertains the whole family
The Center for Puppetry Arts has served metro Atlanta families as a generational compass point for fun since 1979. Here is our recent Georgia Public Broadcas...
May 30, 2026Open source
The real buzz brewing on Georgia Tech’s rooftops
The real buzz at Georgia Tech? It’s happening 100 feet up on the Kendeda Building roof. Dr. Jennifer Leavey and the Urban Honeybee Project are proving that...
May 30, 2026Open source
Georgia Today: Kemp cuts state's healthcare budget; Water boil advisory; Waymo suspended
On the May 22 edition: Governor Brian Kemp made some major budget cuts to state healthcare; heavy rain this week caused serious flooding in some parts of met...
May 30, 2026Open source
Carr backs businessman Rick Jackson in Georgia’s GOP runoff for governor
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has endorsed wealthy healthcare executive Rick Jackson, saying that Jackson “will build on Brian Kemp’s legacy.”
May 30, 2026Open source
Flash flood warning for metro Atlanta counties canceled
There is a medium risk for flooding and flash flooding for much of north Georgia, including metro Atlanta.
May 30, 2026Open source
Georgia vs LIU start time shifted due to possible rain in Athens
With rain looming heading into this weekend’s NCAA Athens Regional, Friday’s baseball game times will shift up to try and beat the inclement weather.
May 29, 2026Open source
Gas alarm prompts evacuation at Georgia Tech facility, scene cleared
Atlanta firefighters responded to a reported industrial gas alarm at a Georgia Tech research facility.
May 29, 2026Open source
Three new measles cases in metro Atlanta confirmed by state
Officials with the Georgia Department of Public Health say the family traveled internationally and was unvaccinated.
May 29, 2026Open source
Heavy rain and storms return to North Georgia for weekend
A moist weather pattern will bring heavy downpours and storms to metro Atlanta and North Georgia starting Friday afternoon.
May 29, 2026Open source
Georgia man who stole $11 million from behind bars escapes from federal prison
As a Georgia inmate, Arthur Lee Cofield Jr. was accused of orchestrating a scheme to steal from a Hollywood movie producer and ordering a drive-by shooting i...
May 28, 2026Open source
Georgia superintendent under fire after husband's podcast comments surface
Decatur Schools Superintendent faces resignation demands from local parents over a controversial podcast hosted by her husband.
May 28, 2026Open source
Georgia veteran rescues woman stranded on roof of car during major Atlanta floods on Downtown Connector
The dramatic rescue on the Downtown Connector near Baker Street was captured on video as floodwaters rapidly rose along Interstate 75/85.
May 21, 2026Open source
Waymo suspends service in Atlanta after driverless car gets stuck in flood waters
Waymo suspended services after one of their driverless vehicles got stranded in Atlanta, Georgia floodwaters. Here's what happened -> (Credit: Claudia)
May 21, 2026Open source
Jones, Jackson to face off in GOP runoff race for governor
ATLANTA — One of Georgia's most-watched GOP races is headed to a runoff. Republicans Burt Jones and Rick Jackson will go head-to-head in a runoff race.
May 20, 2026Open source
Man dies after being shot outside Vine City food mart in Atlanta, crashing into power pole
When officers arrived, they found a man inside the vehicle suffering from an apparent gunshot wound after he had crashed into a power pole.
May 19, 2026Open source
Gators’ slugger Taylor Shumaker powers Florida into Super Regionals
Florida sophomore Taylor Shumaker's homer, three runs lead Gators past Georgia Tech 5-2 and into the NCAA Super Regionals.
May 17, 2026Open source
Alleged Georgia cocaine trafficker pulled from ocean after plane crash near the Bahamas
A man accused of trafficking drugs into Georgia was in federal court on Friday after surviving a plane crash.
May 16, 2026Open source
2 die in chain-reaction crash on I-75 in central Georgia
Georgia State Patrol said that two people died in a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 75 northbound in central Georgia Friday afternoon.
May 16, 2026Open source
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Clayton is in Rabun County, Georgia.
Region: North Georgia
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30525
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Abortion Bans Have Delayed Emergency Medical Care. In Georgia, Experts Say This Mother’s Death Was Preven...
At least two women in Georgia died after they couldn’t access legal abortions and timely medical care in their state, ProPublica has found.
May 30, 2026Open source
The real buzz brewing on Georgia Tech’s rooftops
The real buzz at Georgia Tech? It’s happening 100 feet up on the Kendeda Building roof. Dr. Jennifer Leavey and the Urban Honeybee Project are proving that...
May 30, 2026Open source
From Puppets to Muppets. The Center for Puppetry Arts entertains the whole family
The Center for Puppetry Arts has served metro Atlanta families as a generational compass point for fun since 1979. Here is our recent Georgia Public Broadcas...
May 30, 2026Open source
Georgia Today: Kemp cuts state's healthcare budget; Water boil advisory; Waymo suspended
On the May 22 edition: Governor Brian Kemp made some major budget cuts to state healthcare; heavy rain this week caused serious flooding in some parts of met...
May 30, 2026Open source
Dutch Bros Coffee to open first Macon location this summer
Dutch Bros Coffee is set to open its first Macon location at 5781 Zebulon Road this summer, bringing signature drinks, energetic service, and community spiri...
May 30, 2026Open source
Middle Georgia libraries promote summer reading with Macon Bacon ticket incentive
The Middle Georgia Regional Library System’s summer reading program is underway, with students able to earn a free Macon Bacon ticket.
May 30, 2026Open source
Georgia business leaders spotlight data, electricity as drivers of economic growth
The rapid growth of data centers was front and center, signaling a shift in Georgia’s economic landscape.
May 30, 2026Open source
Free summer meal programs returning for South Georgia children
School districts across South Georgia are bringing back free summer meal programs for children while school is out.
May 30, 2026Open source
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