Jonathan Martin

5 days ago | abc10.com | Jonathan Martin

ATLANTA — Patricia Sias Ellis has waited a long time for this moment—nearly six decades. But this weekend, the 79-year-old will finally walk across the graduation stage at Clayton State University, earning her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. “I always knew I wasn’t finished,” Ellis said, reflecting on a journey that began right after high school but was quickly put on hold. Instead of college, she poured herself into working and raising a family.

1 week ago | 13wmaz.com | Jonathan Martin

ATLANTA — As Mother's Day approaches, many families are grappling with a tough reality — raising a child in today’s economy is more expensive than ever. From daycare to diapers, food to after-school activities, the financial strain is hitting parents hard — especially single mothers who are often balancing it all on their own. For metro Atlanta mom Shavon Cooper, raising her 5-year-old daughter Juniper has been deeply rewarding. However, at times, it can be financially overwhelming.

1 month ago | 11alive.com | Jonathan Martin

Renters love the extra space, but critics say it can hurt the area in the long run if these homes never go on the market. UNION CITY, Ga. — Metro Atlanta is experiencing a major shift in the housing market with a growing number of single-family homes being built not to sell but to rent. These build-to-rent communities are springing up across the region, offering renters the space and feel of a suburban home without the long-term financial commitment of ownership.

Dec 2, 2024 | 11alive.com | Jonathan Martin

A recent study found that drivers in Georgia’s majority-Black ZIP codes pay higher car insurance premiums than those in other areas.

Sep 18, 2024 | 13wmaz.com | Jonathan Martin

ATLANTA — Time is almost up for millions of borrowers who've fallen behind on federal student loan payments. A federal relief program that kept the missed payment off your credit report for the past year is ending on Sept. 30. For Shavon Goodwin, student loans have felt like a never-ending financial burden. “Considering the amount of student loans I have, there is no way realistically that I can pay them back in this lifetime," Goodwin said.