This article was originally published by Healthbeat, a nonprofit newsroom covering public health published by Civic News Company and KFF Health News. More expectant parents could qualify for home health care support, community health workers could get professional certification, and immigrant doctors could find an easier path to practicing in Georgia under proposals being considered […]
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Rebecca Grapevine | Healthbeat
Born and raised in Atlanta, Rebecca Grapevine is back home as a Healthbeat local reporter. Influenced by her hometown and extensive travels, she became fascinated by public health while working in hospitals in India and Atlanta. She got her start as a journalist writing for Georgia Health News and KFF Health News. She has also […]
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Lawsuit Challenges Elon Musk’s Access to Private Government Data
Two large unions and an alliance that together represent millions of government and retired workers are suing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for allowing a “massive and unprecedented” intrusion into Americans’ personal data, beginning last week when the newly confirmed secretary handed over the department’s payment system to billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. The American Federation of […]
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Georgia Police Officer Placed on Leave After Sexual Assault Accusation
A Hogansville police officer is off the job as state investigators look into an accusation of sexual assault. 🚨 What’s Happening: The officer, whose name has not been released, was placed on administrative leave after a complaint was filed with the Hogansville Police Department on Monday, February 3. The department immediately requested the Georgia Bureau […]
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Active Investigations
🔍 Active Investigations: Georgia law does not prohibit law enforcement agencies from releasing information about active investigations, but many police departments have this policy. Georgia law says that police don’t have to share records from an ongoing investigation or court case about a crime. But they do have to release the first police report and […]
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How Are Richmond County Schools Handling Federal Immigration Orders?
Richmond County School officials say all students can keep learning, no matter their immigration status, even after new federal rules on immigration. 🔎 What’s Happening: The Richmond County School System wants families to know that every child has the right to go to school, even after new immigration rules from the federal government. The district […]
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Grubhub Security Breach: What You Need to Know
Grubhub says a security breach through a third-party contractor exposed contact information of some customers, merchants, and drivers. The company took swift action to cut off access and is now working with cybersecurity experts to strengthen its defenses. 🔍 What happened? Grubhub detected unusual activity linked to a third-party service provider for its support team. […]
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Georgia’s Own Doug Collins Confirmed as Secretary of Veterans Affairs
The U.S. Senate voted Tuesday to confirm former U.S. Rep. Doug Collins of Gainesville as secretary of veterans affairs. The Republican nominated for the post by President Donald Trump received strong bipartisan backing in a 77-23 vote, with both of Georgia’s Democratic senators, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, supporting the nominee. “I congratulate Congressman Collins on his […]
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34-Year-Old Macon Man Missing for Days
Update: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Ardarryus Lashone Harper has been found and is safe. Harper has been removed from the NCIC system as a missing person. The original article is below. Deputies in Macon are asking for help finding 34-year-old Ardarryus Lashone Harper, who hasn’t been seen since Monday night. Just […]
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What Are The Best Coffee Shops For Remote Work in Georgia?
If you’ve ever closed a deal over a latte or powered through emails at your favorite café, you’re not alone. Coffee shops have become the go-to workspace for remote professionals, and now, three Georgia spots have been named among the best in the country for getting work done. ✨ The Big Picture: Coffee shops aren’t […]