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Two Georgia Water Systems Hacked Through Programmable Logic Controllers as Federal Investigation Widens
Two Georgia water systems have confirmed they were targeted in cyberattacks that exploited programmable logic controllers (PLCs), the industrial minicomputers that automate water treatment, pressure regulation, and chemical dosing at utility facilities across the country. Clayton County Water Authority, which serves communities south of Atlanta, said a service disruption that temporarily knocked out water to parts of the county is under investigation as a possible cyberattack. Columbus Water Works confirmed a separate breach but said its drinking water supply was never compromised. Key Takeaways Clayton County Water Authority (metro Atlanta) confirmed that hackers targeted its system, causing pump station outages and triggering a boil water
Two Georgia Water Systems Hacked Through Programmable Logic Controllers as Federal Investigation Widens
Two Georgia water systems have confirmed they were targeted in cyberattacks that exploited programmable logic controllers (PLCs), the industrial minicomputers that automate water treatment, pressure regulation, and chemical dosing at utility facilities across the country. Clayton County Water Authority, which serves communities south of Atlanta,
NABJ Brings 2026 Convention and Career Fair to Atlanta with Hakeem Jeffries Plenary, Hall of Fame Honors, and “Children of Blood and Bone” First Look
The National Association of Black Journalists opened its 2026 Convention and Career Fair in Atlanta on August 12, bringing thousands of journalists, media executives, students, content creators, and communications professionals to the Atlanta Marriott Marquis for a five-day gathering built around the theme “Our Revolution: Truth, Power and Black
Georgia Collects $2.57 Billion in July Tax Revenue, Up 3.1%, as Sales Tax Growth Fuels Local Government Funding
Georgia’s net tax collections totaled $2.57 billion in July, an increase of $78.1 million or 3.1 percent compared to July 2025, opening
Atlanta Beltline Hosts First Housing Fair, Targets 1,045 Remaining Affordable Homes
The Atlanta Beltline held its first-ever Housing Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Monday Night
Red Bull Showrun Brings Formula 1 Cars to Summerhill as Thousands Pack Hank Aaron Drive
Thousands of spectators lined Hank Aaron Drive in Atlanta’s Summerhill neighborhood on Saturday, August 1, as the Red Bull Showrun transformed a
Atlanta Falcons Hold “Saturday Night Lights” Fan Practice as NFL Season Approaches
The Atlanta Falcons brought their AT&T Training Camp to Lanier High School’s Longhorn Stadium in Sugar Hill on Saturday evening, August 8, hosting a packed crowd for a “Saturday
Chris Sale Ejected Before First Pitch, Braves Beat Yankees 2-1 in 10 Innings
Chris Sale was ejected before the Atlanta Braves’ game against the Yankees even started on Sunday, August 9, 2026, after a dugout confrontation with umpire Dan Merzel. The Braves
Atlanta’s Black Restaurant Week Enters Its 10th Year with a Two-Week Celebration of Black-Owned Culinary Businesses Across Metro Atlanta
Black Restaurant Week returned to Atlanta on August 2 for its 10th anniversary edition, launching a two-week celebration that runs through August 16 and spotlights Black-owned restaurants, food trucks,
England Beats Congo DR 2-1 in Atlanta as World Cup Fever Grips Downtown
England came from behind to defeat Congo DR 2-1 at Atlanta Stadium on July 1, with captain Harry Kane scoring twice in the final 15 minutes to send the
Peachtree Road Race 2026 Draws 56,000 Runners for 57th Fourth of July Running in Atlanta
The 57th Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race sent roughly 56,000 runners down Peachtree Road on
Atrium Health Files State Proposal for $800 Million Teaching Hospital in Southwest Atlanta: What the Project Means for the City’s Healthcare Map
The proposal that Atlanta’s south-side communities have waited years to see in writing is now
How the Beltline Urban Transformation Became a National Model
The Beltline urban transformation demonstrated how abandoned industrial infrastructure could anchor neighborhood revival, economic development,
Creative Recharge: Simple Art & Movement Hobbies for Daily Mindfulness
Today, finding ways to recharge and maintain a sense of balance is essential for overall
The Benefits of Nature Therapy: Why Connecting with Nature is Essential for Well-being
What is nature therapy? Nature therapy, also known as ecotherapy, is a therapeutic practice that
Exploring Atlanta’s Beautiful Parks and Outdoor Fun
Parks Galore: Where Nature Meets City Life Atlanta is a city bursting with green spaces
African American History in Atlanta
Few cities have shaped African American history as profoundly as Atlanta. From the Civil Rights Movement to
Piedmont Park Activities: Discover Atlanta’s Outdoor Oasis
Located in the heart of Atlanta, Piedmont Park is a green oasis that offers a
Where Atlantans Are Eating This Holiday Season Across the City
December in Atlanta hits different once the holiday lights come on and the weather finally