Is it safe to ride public transit during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The main way that the virus spreads is through droplets people spray when they talk, cough or sneeze. That means the best way to reduce the spread of infection on public transit and elsewhere is to wear and mask and stay 6 feet from others, experts say.
The main way that the virus spreads is through droplets people spray when they talk, cough or sneeze. That means the best way to reduce the spread of infection on public transit and elsewhere is to wear and mask and stay 6 feet from others, experts say.
Summer jobs for young people are vanishing amid the COVID-19 pandemic
The iconic summer job for high school and college students has been on the wane for nearly 20 years. But the pandemic is squeezing even more young people out of the workforce.
The iconic summer job for high school and college students has been on the wane for nearly 20 years. But the pandemic is squeezing even more young people out of the workforce.
Navy veteran saved by Chihuahua after having a stroke
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.
Marijuana use during pregnancy linked to greater risk of autism in children, study says
The study found that women who used cannabis while pregnant were 1.5 times more likely to have a child with autism.
The study found that women who used cannabis while pregnant were 1.5 times more likely to have a child with autism.
Need a mask? In one California town, they appear to be growing on trees
Sara Robinson got the idea after hearing a COVID-19 presentation that mentioned mask-trees in the Czech Republic.
Sara Robinson got the idea after hearing a COVID-19 presentation that mentioned mask-trees in the Czech Republic.
Hyatt to require masks for guests at hotels in the Americas to help reduce spread of COVID-19
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
Henry County Schools launches remote evening learning program
Over 700 students will attend virtual classes on weekdays between 4 and 7 p.m. in Henry County.
Over 700 students will attend virtual classes on weekdays between 4 and 7 p.m. in Henry County.
Hundreds of Cherokee County children in quarantine after first week of school
Hundreds of students in Cherokee County began their second week of school in quarantine. Now some are wondering how long the schools can stay open.
Hundreds of students in Cherokee County began their second week of school in quarantine. Now some are wondering how long the schools can stay open.
Families, students speak out after viral photo of Georgia high school
Some North Paulding High School say they think the school is being singled out due to the viral photo of crowded hallways.
Some North Paulding High School say they think the school is being singled out due to the viral photo of crowded hallways.
Gwinnett County Public Schools run into technological issues days before virtual learning begins
Many parents and students ran into problems during Gwinnett County Public School's test of their virtual learning portal Monday morning.
Many parents and students ran into problems during Gwinnett County Public School's test of their virtual learning portal Monday morning.
Health officials across US are quitting or getting fired amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Dozens of state and local public health leaders around the country have resigned or have been fired amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Dozens of state and local public health leaders around the country have resigned or have been fired amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Researchers test 14 types of face masks to see how well they protect against COVID-19
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
Paulding County student not surprised by school's COVID-19 cases
"We're upset because we had to be used as guinea pigs for the first three days."
"We're upset because we had to be used as guinea pigs for the first three days."
COVID-19 'mega-testing' site opening near Atlanta airport
The mega-testing site is located at 1800 Sullivan Road, College Park, Georgia, 30337.
The mega-testing site is located at 1800 Sullivan Road, College Park, Georgia, 30337.
Kemp: Georgia school openings going well, except for viral photos
Georgia’s Gov. Brian Kemp said that the reopening of some of the state’s schools has gone well except for photos shared on social media.
Georgia’s Gov. Brian Kemp said that the reopening of some of the state’s schools has gone well except for photos shared on social media.
‘The chances of it being 98% effective is not great’: Fauci says COVID-19 vaccine efficacy yet to be seen
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
Justin Fields' father supports former Harrison star's decision to play
College football players all across the country are coming together to speak out against the cancellation of the 2020 season, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. One of the players leading the way as a voice for his fellow athletes is former Harrison High School quarterback Justin Fields.
College football players all across the country are coming together to speak out against the cancellation of the 2020 season, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. One of the players leading the way as a voice for his fellow athletes is former Harrison High School quarterback Justin Fields.
Nearly 100,000 children tested positive for COVID-19 over last 2 weeks in July
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
Clear masks are helping Georgia kids on the autism spectrum
Masks can make it harder to see people's facial expressions. So Marcus Autism Center in Atlanta went in search of a better mask, and they found one.
Masks can make it harder to see people's facial expressions. So Marcus Autism Center in Atlanta went in search of a better mask, and they found one.
Amid ventilation worries, schools mull outdoor classes during coronavirus pandemic
Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.
Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.