Faculty, students say lack of transparency from UGA over COVID-19 cases
The Georgia Department of Public Health reports more than 1,200 cases in Clarke County in the last two weeks. Some faculty and students say there is a lack of transparency from the University of Georgia when it comes to COVID-19 cases on campus.
The Georgia Department of Public Health reports more than 1,200 cases in Clarke County in the last two weeks. Some faculty and students say there is a lack of transparency from the University of Georgia when it comes to COVID-19 cases on campus.
Amazon updates policy after seeds sent from China believed to be part of ‘brushing’ scam
Amazon recently updated its policy, only allowing seeds to be sold by U.S. sellers after unsolicited packages containing random seeds were sent to United States residents, according to the USDA.
Amazon recently updated its policy, only allowing seeds to be sold by U.S. sellers after unsolicited packages containing random seeds were sent to United States residents, according to the USDA.
Facebook blocks planned end-of-life broadcasts of chronically ill man
Alain Cocq had planned to show what he expects will be a painful end to his life after he announced on Friday that he was stopping all food and drink.
Alain Cocq had planned to show what he expects will be a painful end to his life after he announced on Friday that he was stopping all food and drink.
Tracking COVID-19 in colleges difficult due to lack of uniformity, experts say
There is no a standardized protocol for how campuses should collect and report cases. The University System of Georgia, the government entity overseeing 26 public universities and colleges, said that is to allow schools to personalize plans uniquely for their communities.
There is no a standardized protocol for how campuses should collect and report cases. The University System of Georgia, the government entity overseeing 26 public universities and colleges, said that is to allow schools to personalize plans uniquely for their communities.
GBI expands Gang Task Force to middle Georgia communities
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is expanding its Gang Task Force, created in metro Atlanta in the spring of 2019, to middle Georgia.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is expanding its Gang Task Force, created in metro Atlanta in the spring of 2019, to middle Georgia.
Facebook will pay some users to deactivate their accounts ahead of 2020 election
Facebook announced a new research partnership to study the role its social media platforms have on society during elections.
Facebook announced a new research partnership to study the role its social media platforms have on society during elections.
Facebook will restrict new political ads a week before Election Day
With just two months left until the U.S. presidential election, Facebook says it is taking additional steps to encourage voting, minimize misinformation and reduce the likelihood of post-election “civil unrest.”
With just two months left until the U.S. presidential election, Facebook says it is taking additional steps to encourage voting, minimize misinformation and reduce the likelihood of post-election “civil unrest.”
University of Georgia reports 'concerning' rise in positive COVID-19 tests
After the first full week of classes, the number of positive COVID-19 cases from students, staff, and faculty at UGA has risen significantly.
After the first full week of classes, the number of positive COVID-19 cases from students, staff, and faculty at UGA has risen significantly.
Disney, honor Chadwick Boseman with a Wakanda-themed park: Whoopi Goldberg
'The View' co-host thinks Disney should pay special tribute to the 'Black Panther' star.
'The View' co-host thinks Disney should pay special tribute to the 'Black Panther' star.
Austin first city to allow parking payment through Google Maps
Austin Transportation says that it is continuing to improve the ease of access to curb space for residents and visitors to quickly access services and business, making the City of Austin the first city in which drivers have the option to pay for parking directly within Google Maps.
Austin Transportation says that it is continuing to improve the ease of access to curb space for residents and visitors to quickly access services and business, making the City of Austin the first city in which drivers have the option to pay for parking directly within Google Maps.
Atlanta councilman vows to shut down notorious Buckhead party house
Neighbors who live near a Buckhead home where ticketed parties are being staged are complaining that women, wearing little clothing, are posing on the balcony of the home in the middle of the day.
Neighbors who live near a Buckhead home where ticketed parties are being staged are complaining that women, wearing little clothing, are posing on the balcony of the home in the middle of the day.
Facebook threatens to block Australian users from sharing news if proposed payment law is enacted
The Australian measure would require Facebook to compensate media organizations for its use of their stories.
The Australian measure would require Facebook to compensate media organizations for its use of their stories.
Uber to require passengers to provide face covering selfies before boarding
Mask slackers will now have to provide photographic proof they’re wearing a face covering before boarding an Uber.
Mask slackers will now have to provide photographic proof they’re wearing a face covering before boarding an Uber.
Delta, American join United in dropping widely unpopular US ticket change fees
Delta and American are following the example set by United Airlines and saying they will drop an unpopular $200 fee on customers who change a ticket for travel within the United States.
Delta and American are following the example set by United Airlines and saying they will drop an unpopular $200 fee on customers who change a ticket for travel within the United States.
Amazon drone delivery: Online retail giant gets FAA approval to fly packages to customers
The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it had granted Amazon approval to deliver packages by drones.
The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it had granted Amazon approval to deliver packages by drones.
Netflix will let non-subscribers watch some of its most popular shows and movies for free
Netflix has confirmed that popular shows and movies, such as "Stranger Things," "Bird Box," "The Two Popes" and others, will be available to non-subscribers for free.
Netflix has confirmed that popular shows and movies, such as "Stranger Things," "Bird Box," "The Two Popes" and others, will be available to non-subscribers for free.
COVID-19 cases double at Georgia Tech in less than a week
On August 29, the institute logged 641 cases since March. Less than seven days ago, that number hovered around 300.
On August 29, the institute logged 641 cases since March. Less than seven days ago, that number hovered around 300.
Delta bans nearly 250 people from flying on its planes for refusing to wear masks
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
UGA students demand cheaper meal plans due to COVID-19 adjustments
Several students at the University of Georgia are frustrated with changes the school has made to the dining experience out of coronavirus health and safety concerns.
Several students at the University of Georgia are frustrated with changes the school has made to the dining experience out of coronavirus health and safety concerns.
Atlanta expected to approve home alcohol deliveries
Just about anything can be purchased and delivered directly to just about any home in north Georgia -- food, prescriptions even a new car.
Just about anything can be purchased and delivered directly to just about any home in north Georgia -- food, prescriptions even a new car.