The Gwinnett Chamber held a forum for Board of Commissioners Districts 2 and 4 candidates ahead of local elections. All five candidates participated by sharing their views on economic development issues affecting Gwinnett County. Early voting begins April 27 with Election Day set for May 19.
Georgia Gwinnett College student Zoreida Reyes-Garcia drafted legislation on domestic violence after identifying gaps during an internship at the state Capitol. Her proposal created discussion among lawmakers but ultimately did not pass this session.
Georgia Gwinnett College will host Earth Week from April 20–24 with free public events promoting sustainability. Activities include workshops, cleanups, art showcases, fairs, and an alumni panel focused on environmental awareness.
The Eleventh Circuit has allowed Dr. Lana Foster’s lawsuit against Echols County Schools over alleged racial discrimination to proceed after denying qualified immunity for the district. The court found that previous settlement terms were not honored.
Eriore Adeoluwa is set to graduate from Georgia State University this May. He discusses how studying economics paired with computer information systems prepared him for a future career in global finance.
The Department of Energy has conditionally committed up to $263 million in loans for SHINE Chrysalis’ Wisconsin-based medical isotope plant using fusion-fission technology. This move aims at establishing America’s only commercial source for critical isotopes used daily in healthcare while reducing reliance on imports.
The U.S. Census Bureau has released updated Business Trends and Outlook Survey data for April 2026. The biweekly survey provides timely insights into business conditions nationwide and includes upcoming results on artificial intelligence.
The U.S. Census Bureau has released new national population estimates by single year of age and sex for July 1, 2025. Additional demographic data covering housing units and other breakdowns are expected in future releases.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers urged members on Apr. 9 to participate in the upcoming Pride at Work Convention set for June 2026 in Minneapolis. The event supports equality for LGBTQIA+ workers within unions.
California faces some of the highest gasoline and electricity prices nationwide due partly to policy choices impacting production and imports. Federal programs aim at lowering utility bills and supporting clean technology development across states.