A host of other states are contemplating similar moves, like Oklahoma and Colorado, but Georgia was the first to announce it and the first to actually get those businesses back open. It took a lot of …
It’s Been One Week Since Georgia Eased Its Coronavirus Lockdown and Reopened Businesses—Here’s Where The State Stands Now
All eyes are on Georgia, but it’ll likely be a while before the success or failure of its reopening plan can be accurately analyzed.
Georgia businesses reopen and customers start returning, but only time will tell if it’s the right decision
Exactly one week since Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp began reopening the state’s economy, small businesses shared early success stories as customers welcomed their return. But at what cost? Business owners …
Georgia Power reminds customers to be vigilant, follow simple tips to avoid scams during COVID-19 pandemic
With continued reports of attempted scams and fraud by criminals posing as Georgia Power employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company reminds customers to be aware and follow simple tips to …
Georgia Gets Rid of Driver’s License Road Tests during Pandemic
If you have a learner’s permit when you turn 16, Georgia will now hand you a license without making you take a road test.
Mom of black Georgia man says he was chased and shot to death while jogging: “An arrest should have been made”
The family of Ahmaud Arbery is asking for justice more than two months after he was shot and killed in Georgia. No one has been arrested or charged in the death of the 25-year-old black man. Police …
Poll: Georgia Senate Candidate Kelly Loeffler Trails Rep. Collins by over 40 Points among GOP Voters
The special election in November has no primaries and will include multiple candidates from both parties on the same ballot.
Georgia utility giant predicts dip in electric sales, but not profits
Atlanta-based Southern Company, the parent of Georgia Power, is bracing for commercial and industrial sales to stay depressed, even as home bills rise …
Georgia man chased and shot dead while jogging, mom says
A Georgia man was chased and shot to death while he was jogging, his mother said. Police say Ahmaud Arbery was followed by two men who thought he had committed a crime. An attorney for Arbery’s family …
Coronavirus in Georgia on Thursday, April 30
This is an archive of events and activities on Thursday, April 30. For an update of news and events from Friday, May 1, please visit our daily blog. The Georgia Department of Health announced new …