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The death toll for coronavirus in Georgia continues to rise. Numbers released at noon Thursday show that the state has had 10 deaths due to the disease.

Georgia has 10 coronavirus deaths

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2020March 19, 2020

DUNWOODY -- The city of Dunwoody is barring restaurants within the city from dine-in service due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Dunwoody clamps down on dine-in eating

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2020March 19, 2020

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and all Georgia public school facilities are closed, many resources are available to students, parents and families to ensure children have access to food and learning opportunities.

What is Georgia doing to keep students fed and learning during the coronavirus pandemic?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2020March 19, 2020

ALPHARETTA -- One of Georgia's top lawmakers has tested positive for coronavirus.

Georgia State Senator Brandon Beach tests positive for coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2020March 19, 2020

Two people in Southwest Georgia have died after contracting coronavirus and receiving treatment at a local hospital in Albany, hospital officials confirmed Wednesday.

Georgia’s coronavirus death toll is now at 3

by Beau Evans | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 18, 2020September 24, 2023

Bars, restaurants, hotels and retail stores across Georgia are bearing the brunt of the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis.

Georgia’s restaurants, hotels and retail shops hit hard by coronavirus

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 18, 2020September 24, 2023

Calhoun City Schools and Gordon County Schools have announced they will remain closed through Spring Break, which ends April 10. The school systems are following Gov. Brian Kemp's executive order as well as the latest guidance from the CDC.

Calhoun City Schools and Gordon County Schools Will Remain Closed Through April 10

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2020October 10, 2023

Georgia businesses who temporarily lay off workers during the coronavirus outbreak are now required to file partial unemployment claims for those workers. According to state officials, the move will result in workers receiving unemployment benefits faster.

Georgia orders businesses to file partial unemployment claims for workers temporarily laid off during coronavirus outbreak

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2020March 18, 2020

The City of Atlanta is taking steps to provide relief to individuals and businesses that have been negatively impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.

Atlanta takes steps to provide coronavirus relief

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2020September 24, 2023

The recent deaths of three southwest Georgia residents are being investigated as possibly having been caused by the new coronavirus.

3 deaths in Albany may be linked to coronavirus

by Andy Miller | GHNMarch 17, 2020September 24, 2023

Georgia's insurance chief is sending a message to health insurers and testing labs during the coronavirus crisis.

Georgia insurance commissioner tells testing labs to keep the cost of coronavirus tests down

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2020March 17, 2020

The city of Atlanta is halting residential evictions for 60 days due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Atlanta says ‘no more evictions’ for 60 days amid coronavirus outbreak

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2020September 24, 2023

The City of Woodstock is open for business, but offices are temporarily closed to the public to limit exposure to the COVID-19 virus as city staff continues to serve residents and businesses. A number of online options for interacting with city government are available and under development. Officials are in contact with Georgia Department of Public Health and are consulting the guidelines of other agencies like the CDC in making decisions on cancellations and closures.

Coronavirus closures and cancelations for the city of Woodstock

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2020March 17, 2020

Gwinnett County is under a local state of emergency until April 13.

Gwinnett County is under a local state of emergency due to coronavirus outbreak

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2020March 17, 2020

DeKalb County is hosting a second virtual town hall on the coronavirus to help residents stay informed and prepared.

DeKalb County will host a virtual town hall on coronavirus Thursday

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2020March 17, 2020

Citing newly issued federal guidance regarding the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered all K-12 public schools in Georgia to close, starting Wednesday.

Public schools and colleges in Georgia have been closed until March 31 due to coronavirus outbreak

by Jason Schaumburg | The Center SquareMarch 16, 2020August 12, 2020

Comcast is opening up its network of WiFi hotspots for the next 60 days due to the coronavirus. The hotspots will be available free to everyone, even if they are not a Comcast Xfinity customer.

Comcast Xfinity is making WiFi hotspots free for 60 days during the coronavirus pandemic

by Thom ChandlerMarch 16, 2020March 16, 2020

The Gist: In an effort to protect voters and poll workers, Georgia will be postponing its presidential preference primary until May 19, the date of the primary election already scheduled in Georgia.

Georgia delays presidential primary until May due to coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2020March 15, 2020