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San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.

Your Government

Here’s what Kamala Harris said in Atlanta on Friday

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 18, 2021September 24, 2023

Teacher using infrared thermometer on pupil in medical mask near kids on blurred background

Kemp orders local school systems to ditch masks

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 28, 2021May 28, 2021

Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order Tuesday prohibiting state agencies, state service providers, and state properties from requiring COVID-19 vaccine passports.

Georgia says ‘no’ to vaccine passports

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 25, 2021May 25, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic sent economic shockwaves through the U.S. economy, tripling the monthly unemployment to nearly 15% and leading to a more than 30% quarterly decline in GDP -- by far the largest economic contraction in U.S. history.

Georgia By The Numbers

How does Georgia’s post-pandemic economy compare to other states?

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareMay 24, 2021May 24, 2021

After nearly 16 months, COVID-19 -related restrictions are lifting across the nation, breathing life back into the hospitality industry as people return to dining out at restaurants and traveling for both business and pleasure.

Why aren’t workers returning to restaurants and hotels?

by Maria M. Lameiras | CAES NewsMay 20, 2021May 21, 2021

Georgia’s film industry is setting records even as the coronavirus pandemic continues dampening activity in other economic sectors.

Georgia film industry has strong rebound after pandemic

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 20, 2021May 21, 2021

Woman receiving flu vaccine

How to get your coronavirus vaccine in Haralson and Polk Counties

by County NewsMay 18, 2021May 18, 2021

Forsyth County will be assisting Public Health District 2 in the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines on May 21, 24, and June 1, 2, 4, at Lanier Technical College at 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be used these dates.

How to get your coronavirus vaccine in Forsyth County

by Thom ChandlerMay 17, 2021May 17, 2021

Georgia is joining a growing number of Republican-led states in cutting off federal unemployment benefits to incentivize out-of-work employees to return to work.

Georgia to unemployed residents: Get back to work

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 13, 2021May 13, 2021

SNELLVILLE -- A Southern Baptist church in Gwinnett County will be offering COVID-19 vaccines in May.

First Baptist Snellville is giving coronavirus vaccines

by Thom ChandlerApril 30, 2021April 30, 2021

While the team is on the road, the Atlanta Braves will host a free, walk-in vaccination clinic at Truist Park this Saturday, May 1. The Braves are teaming with Northside Hospital and Cobb & Douglas Public Health to provide free Pfizer vaccinations to those who register.

You can get vaccinated at Truist Park on Saturday

by Thom ChandlerApril 27, 2021April 27, 2021

Doctor vaccinating patient in clinic

Georgia will resume Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccinations

by Thom ChandlerApril 24, 2021April 24, 2021

After a stressful year of video conferences and hybrid coursework, University of North Georgia associate professor of rhetoric and composition Matthew Boedy is beginning to think about what he’ll say when he greets his students in the classroom this fall.

Will Georgia colleges require students to get coronavirus vaccines?

by Ross Williams | Georgia Recorder and Laura Olson | States NewsroomApril 23, 2021September 24, 2023

Mature doctor doing vaccination of man in clinic

A mass coronavirus vaccination site is coming to Newton County

by Thom ChandlerApril 14, 2021April 14, 2021

Healthcare cure concept with a hand in blue medical gloves holding Coronavirus, Covid 19 virus, vaccine vial

Georgia halts Johnson & Johnson vaccines due to blood clot risk

by Beau Evans | Capitol Beat News ServiceApril 13, 2021April 13, 2021

Close up of COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine vials at the lab. Syringe and phial with virus Sars-CoV-2 vaccine ready for clinical trial. One dose of vaccine in vial with syringe on glass table with copy space.

Johnson & Johnson vaccines halted in Cumming: Here’s what you need to know

by Andy Miller | GHNApril 9, 2021April 9, 2021

Gov. Brian Kemp is rolling back restrictions on public gatherings and a shelter-in-place order for elderly-care facility residents that have been in place since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kemp lifts gathering restrictions in Georgia

by Beau Evans | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 31, 2021April 5, 2021

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has canceled upcoming appearances and is self-quarantining after being exposed to the coronavirus.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp in quarantine after coronavirus exposure

by Thom ChandlerMarch 29, 2021April 1, 2021