Chick-fil-A launches meal kits as more people cook at home

The chicken chain is also ramping up its retail efforts selling bottles of its Polynesian sauces at retailers.

UGA planning possible return to in-person classes in August

The president of the University of Georgia says they are expecting to go back to in-person classes for the fall semester in August.

Netflix to release Michelle Obama documentary in May

“During this difficult time, I hope you’ll find some inspiration and joy in this film,” the former first lady wrote on Twitter.

Amazon to open new facility in Georgia, creating 800 jobs

Amazon is opening another massive facility in Georgia that will create 800 new full-time jobs in the state.

Trump: Postal Service must charge Amazon more, or no loan

“The Postal Service is a joke because they’re handing out packages for Amazon and other internet companies and every time they bring a package, they lose money on it,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, according to the Associated Press.

Atlanta mayor responds to governor, creates advisory council on reopening the city

On the same day Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made his plans to reopen the state known, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said she was creating an advisory board for reopening Atlanta.

Georgia Tech researchers create COVID-19 tool to help doctors spot 'false negative' patients

Two months into the COVID-19 outbreak in Georgia, the demand for diagnostic testing still far outweighs the supply of test kits and the protective personal equipment nurses need to wear while conducting testing.

KSU launches fund for students financially impacted by COVID-19

A college in metro Atlanta has launched a fund to support students financially impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. 

Atlanta officials fear more than $100 million budget shortfall due to COVID-19

The city of Atlanta passed $7 million in pandemic support funding despite concerns the city’s revenue has taken a hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic. Top Atlanta officials revealed the economic hit from COVID-19 could exceed $100 million in lost revenue.

Emory enrolling seniors for possible coronavirus vaccine tests

Emory University has been testing the potential vaccine since March and now are extending the testing to people over the age of 55.

Disney suspends pay for 100,000 employees: report

Walt Disney Co. will stop paying more than 100,000 employees this week, nearly half of its workforce, as the world's biggest entertainment company tries to weather the coronavirus lockdown, it was reported Monday.