Hyundai chief vows greater contribution to U.S. economy despite Georgia raid

Published: 12 Sep. 2025, 12:26 Euisun Chung, the executive chair of Hyundai Motor Group [YONHAP] The head of Hyundai Motor Group has pledged to expand the automaker's contribution to the U.S. economy, even as the launch of a battery plant in...

Atlanta's 'Stop Cop City' protest case back in court

The case has moved haltingly along since a RICO indictment brought in 2023 charged 61 people over the movement against the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. ATLANTA — Atlanta's "Stop Cop City" protest case will be back in court Monday...

Georgia officials say rapid response to bird flu case prevented spread

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Georgia agriculture officials confirmed a case of bird flu in a backyard flock in Henry County, marking the state’s second such detection this year. About 45 mixed-breed birds tested positive, but authorities...

Hyundai chief vows greater contribution to U.S. economy despite Georgia raid: report

SEOUL, Sept. 12 (Yonhap) -- The head of Hyundai Motor Group has pledged to expand the automaker's contribution to the U.S. economy, even as the launch of a battery plant in Georgia faces a delay following an unprecedented immigration raid of...

Captiva, Naples restaurants on weirdly wonderful best of Florida list

Florida is home to many unique and quirky dining establishments with colorful themes and menus. The Bubble Room on Captiva is a classic restaurant known for its eclectic Christmas and old Hollywood decor. Twisted Sheep Pizza & Brew in Naples...

Hyundai chief vows greater contribution to US economy despite Georgia raid: report

The head of Hyundai Motor Group has pledged to expand the automaker's contribution to the U.S. economy, even as the launch of a battery plant in Georgia faces a delay following an unprecedented immigration raid of workers at the site last week,...

Wildlife Center Renovations: Upcoming Exhibits and Programs

“Our mission is to connect people with nature,” said education coordinator of the Georgia Southern Wildlife Center, Carson Woods. It has been over a year since the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Though it caused destruction amongst the center,...

Rapid Onset Drought Possible for Georgia in the Coming Weeks

MACON, Ga. - A potential developing drought is emerging in the Southeast, including Georgia, due to a combination of ongoing dryness, above-normal temperatures, and limited expected precipitation over the next two weeks. The Climate Prediction...

Georgia biologists study impacts of left-behind fish hooks on at-risk species

They face numerous challenges, including habitat loss and degradation, but experts are concerned that a significant part of their struggle might be tied to fish hooks that get caught in their mouths and stomachs. Floyd said he doesn’t know of any...

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Multidrug-Resistant Organism Infections in Infected Pancreatic Necrosis: A Post-Hoc Cohort Analysis

Introduction Acute pancreatitis (AP) is the most common gastrointestinal indication requiring acute admission to the hospital. Infected pancreatic necrosis (IPN) is a severe complication of AP.1 Recent years have witnessed an increasing proportion...

ODIHR Declines to Observe Georgia’s Elections Over Late Invitation, Drawing Int’l Concern

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has announced it will not deploy an election observation mission to Georgia’s upcoming local elections on October 4, citing the government’s delayed invitation. Maria Telalian,...

Perdue says Georgia colleges will defend 'free expression'

(The Center Square) – University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue said Thursday that Charlie Kirk's death was a reminder of the importance of "protecting open dialogue on our campuses." Kirk, a conservative activist and founder of Turning...

South Georgia Weather Authority Forecast: September 11, 2025

As advertised morning lows fell into the upper 50s to near 60 area-wide. Not as cool start with lows in lower-middle 60s and warmer in the afternoon near 90. Pleasant weather and abundant sunshine lasts into the weekend, but rain-free streak holds...

Atlanta Public Safety Training Center protesters due in court Monday

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - A pretrial hearing is set for today in Fulton County for protesters charged in connection with efforts to stop the construction of Atlanta’s planned public safety training center. What we know: A Fulton County grand jury...

Disbanded DOE climate group vows to continue work

A group of researchers handpicked by Energy Secretary Chris Wright to write a report critical of mainstream climate science plan to continue their work outside the federal government, one of its members said Wednesday. The pledge follows a...

From Classroom to Career: How Wiregrass apprenticeships are powering South Georgia’s workforce

WALB is working to produce a video for this story. In the meantime, we encourage you to watch our livestream. VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Wiregrass Technical College’s apprenticeship program blends classroom instruction with on-the-job learning,...

Simplifying sustainability: Locals subscribe to Ridwell to reduce waste

Ridwell is a doorstep service that collects hard-to-recycle items, such as multilayer plastics, light bulbs and plastic foam packaging. You may have noticed a small white and orange box on porches around town or seen the Ridwell van in your...

Return to pre-COVID routines has brought Atlanta unhealthier air

Business Ozone levels at several monitoring stations have bounced back since 2022, with some now exceeding the federal standard. The Atlanta skyline is shrouded in smog behind Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on June 12, 2024...

Defeated in the Division 2 championship last year, Duxbury girls’ soccer is determined to give itself a second chance

Led by the Northeastern-bound forward, the Dragons (3-1-1), ranked eighth in this week’s Globe poll, are seeking a second chance at the title. “To win the Patriot League. That’s an important first goal,” Sutliffe said. “In the long run, to go far...

Georgia’s shop answers ‘neurodivergent need’

A SHAFTON mum is set to open the UK’s first high street store dedicated to neurodivergent individuals and she’s drawing on her own experience to help others. Georgia Stirland, 28, told the Chronicle that the idea to create ‘The Divergent Den’...