Former 'Top Chef' judge explains why he won't be reopening his Atlanta, Athens restaurants
Monday, restaurants across the state unlocked their doors and turned on their “open” signs after Gov. Brian Kemp announced he would allow some businesses to reopen.
Georgia officer injured after suspected drunk driver dragged her down road
A Sunday night encounter with a suspected drunk driver and an Athens-Clarke County Police officer led to the officer suffering an injury and the suspect facing numerous charges.
Rural Georgia university students seek pass/fail grading option due to Wi-Fi challenges
Universities are finishing out the school year with digital learning, but for college students living in rural parts of the state, the lack of reliable internet has put a strain on their workload.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos gives large donation to local food bank
One million in less than a month is how much the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia has raised to feed North Georgians.
COVID-19 testing on wheels: Mobile clinic offers testing in Athens
Access to COVID-19 testing has been slow to expand in the U.S. but one Northeast Georgia clinic is trying to fill the gap.
'Twin Angels' feed Georgia community
Neighbors helping neighbors is the motto a pair of twin sisters from Athens live by every day.
Georgia pharmacists separate coronavirus fact from fiction
It can be hard to separate fact from fiction surrounding the coronavirus. But two pharmacists are seeking to do just that, debunk false information.
UGA employee receives round of applause leaving hospital after recovering from COVID-19
A University of Georgia employee was met with a standing ovation as he headed home after a weeks-long fight with COVID-19.
Athens government questions DPH reporting on coronavirus deaths
It’s been eight days since 10 deaths were reported at one Athens nursing home. Yet the local government is still left with unanswered questions.
Feed the Frontlines Georgia helps keep health care workers fed
A lot of us are working from home. We are just a few feet away from our kitchen where we can make a hot, homemade meal.
New coronavirus testing guidelines in Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp started the week saying testing needed to be expanded in Georgia. On Tuesday, new guidelines were released by health officials outlining who should be tested.
Georgia craft beer company starts bottling hand sanitizer
We're all adapting to major changes these days, and businesses are no exception. Restaurants are now selling groceries to stay afloat. Here's what a brewery is doing to survive while helping people stay healthy.
Women's recovery home struggling to feed families in wake of COVID-19
Caseworkers at the Abba House, a women's recovery center in Dawsonville, are bracing for a spike in women needing help escaping from abuse and domestic violence. They said the coronavirus is now limiting the number of women they can help.
Commissioner blasts Athens nursing home for unreported COVID-19 deaths
Athens-Clarke County commissioners want to know why the deaths of 10 people at an Athens nursing home from coronavirus were not reported.
Athens nonprofit dedicated to providing meals to seniors
Masks on the face and gloves on the hands are a common sight among grocery shoppers. Stores have limited the number of shoppers at one time. And just yesterday, the White House Coronavirus Task Force recommended avoiding grocery stores over the next two weeks.
Judge to dismiss lawsuit against Clarke County coronavirus ordinance
A judge will dismiss an Athens gun store owner's lawsuit against the county's shelter-in-place due to the new statewide order.
Athens restaurant providing meals to employees impacted by COVID-19
COVID-19 has sent a shockwave through the restaurant industry, leaving many out of work. One Athens restaurant is making sure its employees know they have someone to lean on.
Free online tutoring available during coronavirus outbreak
With school closures and shelter-in-place ordinances, online learning has become the norm. And parents are having to adjust from full-time parent to a part-time teacher.
Athens brewery partners with non-profit to deliver meals to charities
Akademia Brewing Company in Athens has partnered with the nonprofit Bottleshare to form the Akademia Outreach Program. They prepare and deliver meals to charities in need -- 250 meals in the first week.
Gun store owner sues county over shelter-in-place ordinance
An Athens gun store owner is suing Athens-Clarke County government over its shelter-in-place ordinance during the coronavirus pandemic. The owner calls the order "unconstitutional."