New Race to the Top review shows need for planning, leadership

A new review of Georgia's Race to the Top program says the state is positioned to innovate in the areas of teaching and learning but will need planning and leadership for the policy changes to take hold.

The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education conducted a review of the state's $400 million grant program, which started about four years ago and was designed to shake up the state's education system.

The 50-page report found that Georgia is on the right track to enacting many of the changes. But to continue the progress the state will need to develop a new strategic plan and get buy-in from future leaders, according to the group.

Three Atlanta school board races appear headed to runoffs

Judge overturns expulsion of Cobb student who warned friends of school threat

A Cobb County judge said the school system did not prove that a student who warned friends about a perceived threat intentionally disrupted the school day.

Spelman College launches search for new president

As Spelman begins its search for a new president, students and alumni call for a leader who will uphold the Atlanta HBCU's legacy and meet students' evolving needs.

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Three Atlanta school board races appear headed to runoffs

Judge overturns expulsion of Cobb student who warned friends of school threat

Spelman College, CAU get $38 million donations from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

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‘Landslide’ PSC sweep jolts Georgia Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms

Georgia Democrats put Republicans 'on notice' ahead of 2026 midterms with Public Service Commission wins.

Atlanta traffic patterns are changing, report says. How it impacts your drive.

A recent study from Texas A&M University backs up what we're all seeing: Roads are clogged all day long, and by some metrics, traffic is busier than in 2019.

Mrs. America isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty

From beauty queen to cricket farmer to grief coach, Buford resident Paige Ewing keeps it real. She is the 2025 Mrs. America, and in January she will compete for Mrs. World.