States that eased mask mandates, restaurant restrictions saw increase in COVID-19 cases, CDC study says
The CDC released a study that found states that issued mask mandates saw a decrease in COVID-19 cases, but when those same states allowed relaxed restrictions last year, they saw a subsequent increase in new infections.
The CDC released a study that found states that issued mask mandates saw a decrease in COVID-19 cases, but when those same states allowed relaxed restrictions last year, they saw a subsequent increase in new infections.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium to become federal COVID-19 vaccination site
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is becoming the site of a federal vaccination center that can administer up to 6,000 shots a day.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is becoming the site of a federal vaccination center that can administer up to 6,000 shots a day.
FEMA to open mass vaccination site at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The White House announced Atlanta will be the site of an FEMA-supported mass vaccination site at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The vaccination center, which will open in the next two weeks, will be capable of vaccinating about 6,000 people a day.
The White House announced Atlanta will be the site of an FEMA-supported mass vaccination site at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The vaccination center, which will open in the next two weeks, will be capable of vaccinating about 6,000 people a day.
‘False sense of security’: Study finds some thermal imaging temperature checks show inaccurate readings
The FDA issued a public alert this week warning that improper use of thermal imaging devices could lead to inaccurate temperature readings and “present potentially serious public health risks.”
The FDA issued a public alert this week warning that improper use of thermal imaging devices could lead to inaccurate temperature readings and “present potentially serious public health risks.”
Georgia House approves budget, adds mental health funding
Friday, the Georgia House of Representatives approved a $27.2 billion budget for the upcoming year.
Friday, the Georgia House of Representatives approved a $27.2 billion budget for the upcoming year.
Duggan says Detroit will receive Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after declining first batch
Mike Duggan said Detroit will receive the next batch of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after declining the first batch.
Mike Duggan said Detroit will receive the next batch of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after declining the first batch.
California theme parks, outdoor venues allowed to reopen once county enters red tier
Beginning April 1, counties within the state’s red tier and better can reopen amusement parks and attendance at outdoor sporting events with limited capacity.
Beginning April 1, counties within the state’s red tier and better can reopen amusement parks and attendance at outdoor sporting events with limited capacity.
Hundreds of vaccine appointments canceled at Golden Gate Fields following protest
An estimated 200 doses were missed at Golden Gate Fields, where a drive-thru clinic operates in the north parking lot.
An estimated 200 doses were missed at Golden Gate Fields, where a drive-thru clinic operates in the north parking lot.
AP poll: Biden has 60% approval rating, 70% support his handling of coronavirus pandemic
President Joe Biden has a 60% approval rating of his job performance from Americans and even more backing for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new poll.
President Joe Biden has a 60% approval rating of his job performance from Americans and even more backing for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new poll.
Poll: Americans largely back Biden's virus response
Joe Biden is enjoying an early presidential honeymoon, with 60% of Americans approving of his job performance and even more backing his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Joe Biden is enjoying an early presidential honeymoon, with 60% of Americans approving of his job performance and even more backing his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
In hopeful sign for economy, US adds 379,000 jobs in February
U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.
U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.
Connecticut to ease some COVID-19 restrictions
On March 19, Connecticut will eliminate capacity limits for restaurants, retail, libraries, personal services, indoor recreation, gyms/fitness centers, museums, aquariums, zoos, offices, and houses of worship.
On March 19, Connecticut will eliminate capacity limits for restaurants, retail, libraries, personal services, indoor recreation, gyms/fitness centers, museums, aquariums, zoos, offices, and houses of worship.
Astros missing eight pitchers at camp due to health and safety protocols
Astros manager Dusty Baker said Friday the team now has eight pitchers staying away from their spring training camp in West Palm Beach, Fla. due to health and safety protocols.
Astros manager Dusty Baker said Friday the team now has eight pitchers staying away from their spring training camp in West Palm Beach, Fla. due to health and safety protocols.
Connecticut lifting almost all COVID-19 capacity limits on businesses
Beginning March 19, restaurants, retail, gyms, libraries, museums, offices and houses of worship will be able to open at full capacity, though masks will still be required.
Beginning March 19, restaurants, retail, gyms, libraries, museums, offices and houses of worship will be able to open at full capacity, though masks will still be required.
Teacher COVID-19 vaccinations go untracked amid school reopening push
States and many districts have not been keeping track of school employee COVID-19 vaccinations, even as the U.S. prioritizes teachers nationwide.
States and many districts have not been keeping track of school employee COVID-19 vaccinations, even as the U.S. prioritizes teachers nationwide.
Atlanta business owners expecting big draw from NBA All-Star Game Weekend
The NBA All-Star Game is set to draw big crowds to metro Atlanta.
The NBA All-Star Game is set to draw big crowds to metro Atlanta.
Cherokee County students will go virtual for 2 days so teachers can get vaccinated
Teachers across Georgia will soon be rolling up their sleeves for their COVID-19 vaccinations. Starting this Monday, educators will be eligible to get their shots.
Teachers across Georgia will soon be rolling up their sleeves for their COVID-19 vaccinations. Starting this Monday, educators will be eligible to get their shots.
Yes, your boss can require you get a COVID shot (and so can the government)
With increased supplies of vaccine headed to Georgia, some businesses will soon face some complicated questions.
With increased supplies of vaccine headed to Georgia, some businesses will soon face some complicated questions.
Tips on how to plan a safer spring break trip
After a year of staying close to home, many Americans are eager to get away for spring break.
After a year of staying close to home, many Americans are eager to get away for spring break.
Brookhaven, Latin American Association opens new food pantry for struggling families
Those in Brookhaven struggling to meet needs during the pandemic will get a boost on Friday with the opening of a new community food pantry.
Those in Brookhaven struggling to meet needs during the pandemic will get a boost on Friday with the opening of a new community food pantry.