Georgia passed another milestone Friday, surpassing 90,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19. The state added 2,784 new cases Friday, bringing the total to 90,493 cases. According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, 2,856 people have died statewide and there have been 11,653 hospitalizations. Gwinnett County’s case number continues to surge and it leads the state […]
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If you get free antenna TV and live in Atlanta, you need to rescan your channels
The Gist: If you receive free antenna or over-the-air TV, you will need to go into your TV’s settings and rescan your channels. You will be able to do this starting today. Why?: The Federal Communications Commission is requiring nearly 1,000 TV stations to change frequencies in order to provide more channels for wireless broadband services, […]
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Yearly Reminder: Celebratory gunfire is illegal and can kill people
It’s that time of year again when police departments across the Georgia remind Georgians that celebratory gunfire is illegal and is not an appropriate way to celebrate a holiday. For those unfamiliar with the “tradition,” there are those among us who celebrate holidays by shooting guns into the air. For those who celebrate in this […]
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How to get rid of mosquitoes
During the summer months it is common to see a lot of rain in South Georgia. Many mosquito problems in your neighborhood are likely to come from water-filled containers that you can help to eliminate. All mosquitoes require water in to breed. Be sure to drain any standing water around your house. Here are a […]
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15-year-old foster child missing in Dalton
The Dalton Police Department is looking for a teenage boy who ran away from foster care on Wednesday. Police say 15-year-old Brandon Lee Tyrell Bombita jumped out of a car on Walnut Avenue near Market Street while his foster parent was stopped for a traffic light. Bombita, of Rocky Face, has been in foster care […]
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VIDEO: Fireworks Safety Tips
The video above is from the Cobb County Fire Department and offers a few safety tips for you to follow before you start shooting off fireworks this Fourth of July weekend. Below is a full list of safety tips: Never allow young children to handle fireworks. Always closely supervise kids around fireworks, even older ones. […]
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Atlanta is considering adopting the ‘8 Can’t Wait’ principles of police reform
ATLANTA — On the heels of protests over the deaths of George Floyd and Rayshard Brooks at the hands of police officers, Atlanta is considering implementing the “8 Can’t Wait” principles of police reform backed by many of the protesters. The Atlanta City Council will consider legislation during Monday’s remote meeting to adopt the “8 […]
Posted inCoronavirus, Georgia People
Herman Cain hospitalized for coronavirus
Former presidential candidate and Georgia resident Herman Cain has been hospitalized with COVID-19. On Monday, Cain was informed that he had tested positive for COVID-19. By Wednesday, Cain had developed symptoms serious enough that he required hospitalization. He spent the past night in the hospital and is resting comfortably in an Atlanta-area hospital, according to […]
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Georgia Judge Horace Johnson dies after testing positive for COVID-19
A Georgia judge has died just two days after testing positive for coronavirus. Newton County Superior Court Judge Horace Johnson died Wednesday after testing positive for COVID-19 on Monday. He leaves behind his wife Michelle and two sons, H. James III and Bryant. Johnson was a faithful member of Columbia Drive United Methodist Church where […]
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Georgia reports more than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases in one day
Georgia’s number of new coronavirus cases hit another all-time high Thursday, with the Georgia Department of Public Health reporting 3,472 new cases. Hospitalizations continue to grow, as well with more than 220 new hospitalizations being reported each day for the last three days. Thursday saw 225 more hospitalizations for the virus. Georgia now has 87,709 […]
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Keisha Lance Bottoms joins Mayors for Guaranteed Income
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms joined 10 other mayors from across the country to announce Mayors for a Guaranteed Income, a coalition of mayors that will explore cash payment programs in their cities for guaranteed income programs. A guaranteed income is a monthly cash payment given directly to individuals, empowering recipients to address their most urgent […]
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All bets are off: Georgia lawmakers didn’t legalize gambling this year
With state tax collections running below expectations even before the coronavirus pandemic hit, supporters of legalized gambling in Georgia were optimistic they could finally prevail during the 2020 legislative session after years of failure. But even the glaring need for additional sources of tax revenue wasn’t enough to get casino gambling or pari-mutuel betting on […]
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Accidental shooting kills 30-year-old man in Macon
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of an accidental shooting that took place around 7:38 p.m., Wednesday. According to witness statements, 30-year-old Westley Faulks and his friend, 28-year-old Tevin Pleas were at Hidden Lake Apartments when Faulks and Pleas were showing each other their new firearms. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Pleas […]
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Study shows 91% of Georgians trust scientists on coronavirus
(The Center Square) – The share of Georgia residents who have some or a lot of trust in coronavirus researchers and scientists was 91.1 percent, according to a new study by a consortium of four universities, including Northwestern. In contrast, 3.5 percent of the state’s residents said their level of trust in COVID-19 researchers and scientists […]
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As hospitalizations rise, health care workers call on Brian Kemp to make masks mandatory
Hundreds of Georgia health care workers are urging Gov. Brian Kemp to require people to wear face masks in public. Those workers are signing a letter, to be sent Thursday morning, that also calls on Kemp to shut bars and nightclubs and prohibit gatherings of more than 25 people, including at houses of worship. The […]
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Dog tests positive for coronavirus in Georgia
A dog has tested positive for coronavirus in Georgia, marking the state’s first case of COVID-19 found in a dog. The state Department of Public Health said Wednesday a six-year-old mixed breed was tested for coronavirus after developing a fatal neurological condition. The agency did not say where the dog resided. The dog was tested […]
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Officials encourage masks as coronavirus cases spike
Georgia’s number of new coronavirus cases in a single-day hit another high Wednesday, as the state added 2,946 new cases to its numbers. Keeping with current trends, hospitalizations were also high, with 224 more people hospitalized in one day. Georgia’s total number of COVID-19 cases is now 84,237, with 2,827 people dead from the virus […]
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The Apple Pie Pretzel is back at QuikTrip
In celebration of the summer season, QuikTrip has once again put a twist on a classic seasonal treat. For a limited time only, QuikTrip is bringing back the Apple Pie Pretzel, freshly baked at all QT Kitchens locations. The summertime snackle is back by popular demand after a successful launch last year. The snackle is a […]
