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Democrat Seth Clark launches campaign for Georgia's lieutenant governor

A former Macon-Bibb County commissioner is the latest Democrat to enter Georgia’s 2026 race for lieutenant governor.

January 12, 2026 8:02am EST

Macy's to close Northlake Mall store in national realignment

January 12, 2026 6:05am EST

Atlanta police warn parents after car stolen with child inside

January 12, 2026 5:55am EST

Lilburn house fire kills man who reentered home to rescue dog

January 12, 2026 5:35am EST

3 inmates killed, at least 12 hospitalized after fight at Washington State Prison

January 11, 2026 9:34pm EST

Metro Atlanta protests grow after ICE killing of Renee Good

January 11, 2026 8:03pm EST

U.S. & World

U-Haul driver plows through LA protesters calling for change in Iranian government

A U-Haul truck plowed through a crowd of demonstrators in Westwood.

January 11, 2026 8:23pm EST

Yeison Jiménez, Colombian music star, dies at 34 in plane crash

January 11, 2026 3:24pm EST

US urges Americans to leave Venezuela immediately

January 10, 2026 9:33pm EST

Florida woman accused of posing on donation sites as father of Houston teen killed in Texas flood

January 10, 2026 7:06pm EST

West Point, Mississippi shooting: 6 killed, including family and pastor

6 killed in Mississippi shooting spree: ‘This is family members he went after’

January 10, 2026 6:36pm EST

Ex-husband arrested for murder of Ohio dentist, wife

January 10, 2026 5:30pm EST

Consumer

Cheese products recalled in 20 states after testing positive for listeria, FDA says

The recalled cheese products impact multiple states including California, New York, Georgia, and Arizona.

January 12, 2026 8:26am EST

Trump wants credit card interest capped for 1 year at 10%

January 10, 2026 1:05pm EST

Frozen tater tots recalled across 26 states over possible plastic contamination

January 10, 2026 9:12am EST

Metro Atlanta families 'trapped' in extended stay hotels, new study finds

January 9, 2026 11:34pm EST

Travelers without REAL ID face $45 fee soon: What to know

January 9, 2026 5:47pm EST

These are the best real estate markets for retirees in 2026, data suggests

January 9, 2026 4:16pm EST

Good Day Atlanta

Good Day Atlanta viewer information: Jan. 9, 2026

Special guests and segments on Good Day Atlanta.

January 9, 2026 1:44pm EST

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Neiko Flowers from Praise 1025

January 9, 2026 11:59am EST

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Pet of the day

January 9, 2026 11:04am EST

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Rena Sartain of Pike Nursery

January 9, 2026 11:03am EST

F1 Arcade Atlanta also offers food, drinks

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F1 Arcade Atlanta also offers food, drinks

January 9, 2026 10:59am EST

Paul previews F1 Arcade at the Interlock

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Paul previews F1 Arcade at the Interlock

January 9, 2026 10:59am EST

Sports

Tyler Kinley returns to Braves in $3M deal

The Atlanta Braves have re-signed reliever Tyler Kinley to a $3 million deal for 2026 following his dominant performance late last season.

January 10, 2026 4:28pm EST

Matt Ryan returns to Falcons as President of Football

January 10, 2026 10:34am EST

Indiana beats Oregon in Atlanta to secure national title spot

January 9, 2026 11:28pm EST

Read Between The Sidelines: Southeast Blockbusters and Playoff Resets

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Read Between The Sidelines: Southeast Blockbusters and Playoff Resets

January 9, 2026 5:48pm EST

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti speaks ahead of semi-finals

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Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti speaks ahead of semi-finals

January 9, 2026 5:00pm EST

Thousands of fans ready for Peach Bowl tonight in downtown Atlanta

January 9, 2026 1:20pm EST

Money

Treasury confirms rollout of car loan tax break for US-assembled cars

The tax break allows up to $10,000 for an annual deduction on car loan interest.

January 9, 2026 12:51pm EST

December jobs report: 50,000 jobs added, capping off slow 2025

January 9, 2026 11:37am EST

Georgia unemployment remains low despite government shutdown

January 7, 2026 1:23pm EST

Here are the top cities to find a job in 2026, data says

January 6, 2026 1:57pm EST

2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know

January 5, 2026 3:51pm EST

Trump delays tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets

January 4, 2026 4:34pm EST

Politics

Democrat Seth Clark launches campaign for Georgia's lieutenant governor

A former Macon-Bibb County commissioner is the latest Democrat to enter Georgia’s 2026 race for lieutenant governor.

January 12, 2026 8:02am EST

Georgia's 2026 Legislative Session: What you need to know ahead of Monday’s gavel-in

January 9, 2026 5:21pm EST

Content creator Trisha Paytas considers 2026 congressional bid

January 8, 2026 3:53pm EST

Senate advances resolution to limit Trump’s ability to attack Venezuela

January 8, 2026 12:55pm EST

House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. What we know

January 8, 2026 10:05am EST

Fulton commissioner Dana Barrett announces run for Secretary of State

January 8, 2026 7:51am EST

Health

Missing sleep may take a hidden toll on your brain and longevity, research reveals

Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.

January 11, 2026 1:01pm EST

Study reveals why chewing gum might actually help with focus and stress relief

January 11, 2026 12:18pm EST

Novo Nordisk executive reports high interest for Wegovy weight loss pill

January 11, 2026 10:21am EST

Beloved Cobb County teacher dies suddenly from flu: 'Truly irreplaceable'

January 9, 2026 11:10pm EST

Georgia ‘super flu’ activity hits ‘extremely high’ levels: When to call 911

January 9, 2026 5:22pm EST

Map: America's healthiest states have these things in common

January 9, 2026 3:27pm EST

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8AM Top Stories for Jan. 12, 2026

Top stories for Monday morning include new Georgia legislative session, ICE protests in metro Atlanta, deadly prison riot, funeral home shooting, triple shooting at MARTA station and more.

January 12, 2026 9:03am EST

Seth Clark announces lieutenant governor run

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