Georgia shows signs of progress in coronavirus fight, but college outbreaks concern experts
Georgia's COVID-19 case numbers continue to trend downward, showing signs the state may be making progress. But, health officials remain concerned about a rise in new infections on Georgia's college and university campuses.
Georgia's COVID-19 case numbers continue to trend downward, showing signs the state may be making progress. But, health officials remain concerned about a rise in new infections on Georgia's college and university campuses.
CDC: People with COVID-19 twice as likely to have eaten out at a restaurant before getting sick
People who tested positive for COVID-19 were twice as likely to report eating or drinking at a bar or restaurant in the past two weeks, according to the CDC.
People who tested positive for COVID-19 were twice as likely to report eating or drinking at a bar or restaurant in the past two weeks, according to the CDC.
Dozens of Austrians reportedly received COVID-19 stimulus checks in mail from US government
Local news reports said that more than 40 Austrian citizens cashed in coronavirus stimulus checks they received in the mail from the U.S. government.
Local news reports said that more than 40 Austrian citizens cashed in coronavirus stimulus checks they received in the mail from the U.S. government.
Governor, public health commissioner urge all Georgians to get COVID test
Gov. Brian Kemp and Dr. Kathleen Toomey are asking all Georgians, especially those who may have participated in large gatherings over the Labor Day holiday weekend - to schedule a COVID-19 test at one of the Georgia Department of Public Health's more than 180 testing locations.
Gov. Brian Kemp and Dr. Kathleen Toomey are asking all Georgians, especially those who may have participated in large gatherings over the Labor Day holiday weekend - to schedule a COVID-19 test at one of the Georgia Department of Public Health's more than 180 testing locations.
Community activist creates walking club to battle depression
The Derrick Boazman Walking for Wellness and Social Club meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday here in southwest Atlanta.
The Derrick Boazman Walking for Wellness and Social Club meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday here in southwest Atlanta.
Families evicted from extended stay hotel, while some say it's illegal under federal moratorium
Close to a dozen families staying at an extended stay hotel in DeKalb County are being told to pack up and leave. After several organizations and a county commissioner intervened, they were given a one day reprieve as some say the evictions are illegal.
Close to a dozen families staying at an extended stay hotel in DeKalb County are being told to pack up and leave. After several organizations and a county commissioner intervened, they were given a one day reprieve as some say the evictions are illegal.
Clinical psychologist says mental health check-ins important amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
According to an August survey conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 40% of Americans are struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
According to an August survey conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 40% of Americans are struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Amazon looking to fill 33,000 corporate and tech jobs during virtual career day
Amazon is holding a virtual career day on Sept. 16, 2020 and is looking to fill thousands of roles from entry level to corporate jobs.
Amazon is holding a virtual career day on Sept. 16, 2020 and is looking to fill thousands of roles from entry level to corporate jobs.
Senate Democrats block GOP's slimmed-down coronavirus relief bill
The 52-47 vote fell well short of what was needed to overcome a filibuster and seems likely to end hopes for coronavirus relief before the November election.
The 52-47 vote fell well short of what was needed to overcome a filibuster and seems likely to end hopes for coronavirus relief before the November election.
COVID-19 Inc. mask store opens at King of Prussia Mall
A new mask store is calling the King of Prussia Mall home, and it's got quite a name.
A new mask store is calling the King of Prussia Mall home, and it's got quite a name.
Study: 82% of Georgia farmers have seen decline in revenue
A study conducted by the University of Georgia found that 82% of farmers in the state have seen their revenue decline due to the coronavirus pandemic.
A study conducted by the University of Georgia found that 82% of farmers in the state have seen their revenue decline due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 infections leap again at University of Georgia
Coronavirus infections continue to spread at the University of Georgia, with the school reporting more than 1,400 new cases of COVID-19 in the past week.
Coronavirus infections continue to spread at the University of Georgia, with the school reporting more than 1,400 new cases of COVID-19 in the past week.
COVID-19 clinical trials seeking diverse enrollment
Vaccine trials for COVID-19 are underway across the country, but national agencies are calling for more people to sign up -- specifically minorities.
Vaccine trials for COVID-19 are underway across the country, but national agencies are calling for more people to sign up -- specifically minorities.
Teacher deaths amid COVID-19 pandemic raise alarms as new school year begins
Teachers in at least three states have died after bouts with the coronavirus since the dawn of the new school year.
Teachers in at least three states have died after bouts with the coronavirus since the dawn of the new school year.
‘I literally let my guard down for an hour’: Jillian Michaels got COVID-19 after working out with close friend
Jillian Michaels, famously known as a fitness guru, revealed she recovered after contracting COVID-19 from a workout friend during a FOX Business interview.
Jillian Michaels, famously known as a fitness guru, revealed she recovered after contracting COVID-19 from a workout friend during a FOX Business interview.
COVID-19 vaccine trial halted after participant becomes seriously ill
A clinical trial for a promising COVID-19 vaccine is on hold, after a study participant in Britain became severely ill. One Emory infectious disease physician sees the halting of AstraZeneca's Oxford University vaccine trial as a sign researchers are putting safety first.
A clinical trial for a promising COVID-19 vaccine is on hold, after a study participant in Britain became severely ill. One Emory infectious disease physician sees the halting of AstraZeneca's Oxford University vaccine trial as a sign researchers are putting safety first.
UPS to hire more than 100,000 holiday workers, expects record peak season
The company says it will have full-time and part-time seasonal jobs, mostly package handlers, drivers and driver helpers. The Atlanta-based company touts the seasonal jobs as ones that can lead to year-round employment.
The company says it will have full-time and part-time seasonal jobs, mostly package handlers, drivers and driver helpers. The Atlanta-based company touts the seasonal jobs as ones that can lead to year-round employment.
NIH: AstraZeneca's pause on COVID-19 vaccine study shows there will be 'no compromises' on safety
The National Institutes of Health director is telling Congress that AstraZeneca's suspension of its COVID-19 vaccine study shows there will be “no compromises” on safety in developing the shots. AstraZeneca has put on hold its late-stage studies in the U.S.
The National Institutes of Health director is telling Congress that AstraZeneca's suspension of its COVID-19 vaccine study shows there will be “no compromises” on safety in developing the shots. AstraZeneca has put on hold its late-stage studies in the U.S.
Republicans propose 'targeted' COVID-19 relief aid package, but Democrats say it's not enough
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will vote on a trimmed-down Republican coronavirus relief package, though it only has a slim chance of passage in the face of Democrats’ insistence for more sweeping aid.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will vote on a trimmed-down Republican coronavirus relief package, though it only has a slim chance of passage in the face of Democrats’ insistence for more sweeping aid.
4-time kidney recipient scoots across Georgia to raise awareness about organ donation
Kidney recipient Matt Schneider has driven his mobility scooter across Georgia and has plans for a cross-country road trip.
Kidney recipient Matt Schneider has driven his mobility scooter across Georgia and has plans for a cross-country road trip.