Five years later: The lasting impact of COVID-19 on Americans

Five years ago, on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic, triggering lockdowns, business closures, and a dramatic shift in daily life across the globe.

Only 59% of Americans say the pandemic is over, 5 years later

A new survey reveals that about three in five Americans say the pandemic is over, and some concerns still persist.

CIA says lab leak favored as likely COVID origin

The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a lab. Here’s what to know about the declassified document released Saturday

2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies

Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.

CDC reports surge in RSV-related ER visits across Georgia

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting a sharp rise in emergency room visits from RSV in Georgia.

Fewer grandparents raising grandkids, preschool enrollment drops: Data reveals COVID-19's impact

The U.S. Census Bureau's latest American Community Survey highlights significant shifts in American life between 2014-2018 and 2019-2023, reflecting the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and other societal changes.

Trump Stimulus Checks: Will they be issued, and could you receive one?

Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online. 

Metro Atlanta nonprofit battles food insecurity with bagels

In four years, Bagel Rescue has saved more than 2 millions good bagels from the garbage, instead bringing them to those in need around metro Atlanta.

Cobb County Police Department hit by 'baby boom'

In 2024 so far, 30 officers with the Cobb County Police Department have welcomed new bundles of joy to their families.

Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade

After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.

NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic

Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.

COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread

Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.

Former Georgia lawyer admits to COVID-19 fund scam, real estate scandal

Sanjay Patel, a former attorney who operated a Georgia-based real estate law firm, has pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining nearly $300,000 in Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) during the COVID-19 pandemic and laundering more than $250,000 from unrelated investor fraud schemes through his attorney escrow account. 

Free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart late September

The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized with COVID-19, pneumonia

Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized after being diagnosed with COVID-19 and double pneumonia, according to multiple reports.