Senate parliamentarian rules minimum wage hike must be dropped from COVID relief bill
The Senate parliamentarian has dealt a potentially lethal blow to Democrats' drive to hike the minimum wage, deciding that the cherished progressive goal must fall from a massive COVID-19 relief bill the party is trying to speed through Congress, Democratic Senate aides said Thursday.
The Senate parliamentarian has dealt a potentially lethal blow to Democrats' drive to hike the minimum wage, deciding that the cherished progressive goal must fall from a massive COVID-19 relief bill the party is trying to speed through Congress, Democratic Senate aides said Thursday.
Which COVID-19 vaccine should you choose? One expert weighs in
Americans could soon have a third COVID-19 vaccine. But, is it okay to shop around for the brand of vaccine you prefer, or should you go with the first vaccine you can find? One expert weighs in.
Americans could soon have a third COVID-19 vaccine. But, is it okay to shop around for the brand of vaccine you prefer, or should you go with the first vaccine you can find? One expert weighs in.
US launches airstrike on facilities in Syria used by Iran-backed militia
The United States launched airstrikes in Syria on Thursday, targeting facilities used by Iranian-backed militia groups. The Pentagon said the strikes were in retaliation for a rocket attack in Iraq earlier this month that killed one civilian contractor and wounded a U.S. service member and other coalition troops.
The United States launched airstrikes in Syria on Thursday, targeting facilities used by Iranian-backed militia groups. The Pentagon said the strikes were in retaliation for a rocket attack in Iraq earlier this month that killed one civilian contractor and wounded a U.S. service member and other coalition troops.
Pet of the Day from the Atlanta Humane Society
Gardenia is a 4-year-old mixed breed who has a lot of love to give.
Gardenia is a 4-year-old mixed breed who has a lot of love to give.
Fans react to actress Emma Watson retirement rumors
Fans of Emma Watson are reacting to the rumors about her retiring from acting at age 30.
Fans of Emma Watson are reacting to the rumors about her retiring from acting at age 30.
Ex-Cuomo aide says governor kissed her, suggested strip poker
Lindsey Boylan, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, says the governor once kissed her on the lips without consent after a private meeting. His press secretary denies Boylan's claims.
Lindsey Boylan, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, says the governor once kissed her on the lips without consent after a private meeting. His press secretary denies Boylan's claims.
Pandemic slowdown also hurting big ticket towns in Georgia
Local governments across Georgia struggle with a common challenge: what to do about a big drop in traffic ticket revenue.
Local governments across Georgia struggle with a common challenge: what to do about a big drop in traffic ticket revenue.
Feds to distribute 25 million masks to food banks, community health centers
Americans hit hard by the pandemic have been increasingly turning to food banks for assistance. Now, they will be able to find another staple at their local food pantry: free face masks.
Americans hit hard by the pandemic have been increasingly turning to food banks for assistance. Now, they will be able to find another staple at their local food pantry: free face masks.
FDA releases new data on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine ahead of decision
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
Pet of the Day with Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
Meet the Pet of the Day: Pepsi, a 3-year-old terrier mix. She recently conquered the challenge of climbing the ramp at a local dog park and now she's looking for her forever home. You can meet her at the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia adoption center.
Meet the Pet of the Day: Pepsi, a 3-year-old terrier mix. She recently conquered the challenge of climbing the ramp at a local dog park and now she's looking for her forever home. You can meet her at the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia adoption center.
United States Postal Service unveils new mail trucks
The new trucks feature a lower hood, an extra-high windshield, and other new bells and whistles.
The new trucks feature a lower hood, an extra-high windshield, and other new bells and whistles.
Scientists warning about more transmissible California COVID-19 variant
The California COVID-19 strain is more transmissible, causes more severe illnesses, and is more resistant to the current vaccines.
The California COVID-19 strain is more transmissible, causes more severe illnesses, and is more resistant to the current vaccines.
Rise in rare COVID-19 complication in children may be tied to winter surge
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeing a jump in kids diagnosed with a relatively rare inflammatory syndrome linked to the coronavirus. The winter surge in infections may be driving it.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeing a jump in kids diagnosed with a relatively rare inflammatory syndrome linked to the coronavirus. The winter surge in infections may be driving it.
Tiger Woods car crash: Messages of love and support for injured golf pro light up social media
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, who dated Tiger Woods, tweeted, “Praying for TW right now.”
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, who dated Tiger Woods, tweeted, “Praying for TW right now.”
Pet of the Day with Furkids Animal Rescue & Shelters
Blewett the dog and Squirrel Girl the cat are both available for adoption at furkids.org
Blewett the dog and Squirrel Girl the cat are both available for adoption at furkids.org
Hershey's announces new organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
The Hershey Company has revealed new organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
The Hershey Company has revealed new organic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
California approves $600 stimulus payments for 5.7 million people: Newsom
The California Legislature has approved $600 payments for about 5.7 million people. Gov. Gavin Newsom has said he will sign the legislation into law.
The California Legislature has approved $600 payments for about 5.7 million people. Gov. Gavin Newsom has said he will sign the legislation into law.
Joaquin ‘El Chapo' Guzman’s wife’s booking photo released ahead of virtual court appearance
Emma Coronel Aispuro, who is the wife of Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman, was arrested Monday in Virginia on international drug trafficking charges.
Emma Coronel Aispuro, who is the wife of Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman, was arrested Monday in Virginia on international drug trafficking charges.
COVID-19 creates criminal case backlog across Georgia
Prosecutors across the state are facing massive backlog of criminal cases due to COVID 19 shutting down court rooms and grand jury rooms.
Prosecutors across the state are facing massive backlog of criminal cases due to COVID 19 shutting down court rooms and grand jury rooms.
Teachers may help drive spread of COVID-19 in schools, according to new CDC study
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study sheds light on how the coronavirus is spreading in US schools, revealing educators may play a key part in transmitting the virus.
A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study sheds light on how the coronavirus is spreading in US schools, revealing educators may play a key part in transmitting the virus.