State agency to monitor Blue Cross rule on ER use

The state insurance department says it will monitor the new emergency room policy of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of…
06.28.17
Governor Deal forms Commission on Children’s Mental Health

Gov. Nathan Deal recently announced the creation of the Commission on Children’s Mental Health, which is charged with providing recommendations…
06.28.17
Mayor Kasim Reed and the Invest Atlanta Board Approve Grant to Fund 20 Percent Affordable Workforce Housing Units in New Residential Development in Downtown Atlanta

ATLANTA – Mayor Kasim Reed announced today that the Invest Atlanta Board of Directors passed a resolution approving the use…
06.27.17
Georgians with Disabilities Launch the No Cuts! No Caps! Campaign to #SaveMedicaid

Georgians with disabilities, together with agencies, organizations and nonprofits who serve them, have launched the No Cuts! No Caps! campaign…
06.27.17
Human trafficking survivor exhibit to raise awareness at Atlanta airport

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Delta Air Lines have partnered with Rotary International to bring awareness to human trafficking with…
06.26.17
School’s Out: 25 Ways to Spend Summer

Along English Avenue, a group of kids spent last summer working on neighborhood improvement projects. The Youth Summer Beautification Program…
06.26.17
Michael Vick, Roddy White Retire as Falcons

The Falcons held a retirement ceremony for former quarterback Michael Vick and Roddy White to commemorate their time as Falcons.…
06.21.17
Old Art Ordinance Presents New Thorn For City’s Artists

The City of Atlanta recently began enforcing a mural ordinance, calling on local artists and business owners to get their…
06.21.17
Social Media Handles Now Under Scrutiny for Travelers

In an apparent attempt to proactively screen for potential terrorist and terrorist activity, the federal government including various customs offices…
06.20.17
Nuclear Project Continues to Pose Environmental, Financial Strain for Plant Vogtle Community

After a contentious negotiation period, protracted by delays and key contractor bankruptcies, Georgia Power Co. has entered agreements with the…
06.20.17
An Artful Welcome

Start making memories in ATL before even leaving the airport. Loupe, the innovative art-streaming platform that has taken the number one lifestyle app spot…
06.20.17
Southern Regional Medical Center adds 3D mammography for breast imaging

ATLANTA, Ga. — Southern Regional Medical Center has added 3D Tomosynthesis – three-dimensional mammography technology – to improve critical patient…
06.16.17
City of Atlanta Launches New ATLPlus Parking Program

ATLANTA, Ga. –  The City of Atlanta this week announced that SP Plus Corporation (SP+), a leader in parking management,…
06.16.17
New GPB Show to Bring Black Women’s Voices to the Forefront

This Sunday, Georgia Public Broadcasting will premiere “A Seat at the Table,” a new weekly television series featuring co-hosts Denene…
06.15.17
In Progress: Downtown Atlanta Master Plan

The Central Atlanta Progress/Atlanta Downtown Improvement District’s efforts to create the Downtown Atlanta Master Plan are in full swing and…
06.14.17
$32 Million in Invest Atlanta’s Housing Opportunity Bonds to fund City’s Housing Strategy

  Invest Atlanta has closed on the new round of Housing Opportunity Bonds providing $32 million for critical affordable and…
06.14.17
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