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Flu levels in Georgia decline as whooping cough continues to circulate widely

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free Atlanta newsletter here . Many of Georgia’s most deadly respiratory diseases have declined over the past few weeks, but others appear to still be broadly circulating as the state approaches spring. Since a second viral surge in February, state hospitalizations for the flu, Covid-19, or respiratory syncytial virus have sharply decreased, according to data from the Centers for Disease Disease Control and Prevention. The drop has been highlighted by the decrease in the number of overnight hospital stays for flu, which has been the largest driver of illness among the...

Georgia · 2025-03-10

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Georgia DNR preps for turkey hunting season

While Thanksgiving is still a good eight months away, gobbler-hunting season is just around the corner.

Georgia · 2025-03-10

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Spelman student charged in wrong-way DUI crash that shut down I-75/I-85

The 17-year-old passenger was sent to the hospital with serious injuries.

Atlanta, GA · 2025-03-08

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Buford Resident Wins Record-Breaking $1.16 Million Jackpot Playing Georgia Lottery Diggi Game

A Georgia Lottery player in Buford won a record-breaking $1,161,177 jackpot playing the Cats Jackpot Diggi Game on the Georgia Lottery mobile app on March 4. This marks the largest Diggi jackpot win in Georgia Lottery history. Other big wins on March 4 include: • A player in Flovilla won $15,000 playing Bank a Bit Game Show on the Georgia Lottery website. • An Atlanta resident won $10,000 playing Elephant King Jackpots on the mobile app. Diggi Games are available exclusively on the Georgia Lottery website and mobile app — offering players the chance to win any time, anywhere in Georgia. As with all other Georgia Lottery games, proceeds from Diggi Games benefit education in the state of Georgia.

Buford, GA · 2025-03-10

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Tesla drivers named worst drivers on Georgia roads

A new study of car accidents and driver incidents across the United States found who the worst drivers are, by brand of vehicle, for each of the 50 states.

Georgia · 2025-03-10

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Georgia Weather Alert: Severe Storms Possible Saturday With Tornado, Hail, and Wind Threat

Atlanta, GA – A strong storm system is expected to move into Georgia this weekend, bringing the potential for severe weather, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Peachtree City warns that conditions may align for dangerous storms, particularly in north and central Georgia.

Georgia · 2025-03-10

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Georgia And Tennessee Lawmakers Crack Down On Cell Phones In Schools

Lawmakers in Tennessee and Georgia are taking bold steps to curb cell phone use in schools. Last week, they passed legislation aimed at boosting safety and focus in classrooms. Tennessee’s Senate voted unanimously 30-0 on Thursday, March 6, 2025, to mandate local school boards adopt policies banning cell phones during...

Georgia · 2025-03-10

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Florida and Georgia Flood Watch: Up to 8 Inches of Rain Possible Through Monday Morning

Tallahassee, FL – A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of Florida and Georgia starting early Sunday morning, with heavy rainfall expected to cause potential flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas. According to the National Weather Service, the watch begins at 5 a.m. EST (4 a.m. CST) Sunday...

Florida · 2025-03-09

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Trump admin moving federal office out of Atlanta over 'sanctuary city' policies

ATLANTA - The Trump administration has announced plans to relocate the Small Business Administration (SBA) office from downtown Atlanta, citing the city’s immigrant-friendly policies as the reason for the move. The federal agency, which provides support and contracts to small businesses across the country, announced Thursday that the offices...

Atlanta, GA · 2025-03-08

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Georgia Senate unanimously passes bill requiring panic buttons in all schools

(Georgia Recorder) — Last September, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office was bombarded with alerts of a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder. The school had issued panic buttons to its teachers a week earlier, which allowed them to alert officers within minutes after a 14-year-old gunman first opened fire.

Georgia · 2025-03-09

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Flood risks remain as more rain moves through

Rounds of light to moderate rain will continue through Sunday night into Monday morning. Temperatures will drop into the upper 50s and low 60s Sunday night with light winds from the northeast and cloudy skies. Light to moderate rain continues Sunday into the evening, with a heavy downpour possible closer to midnight. As of Sunday at 2 p.m., rain accumulation has ranged between half an inch to an inch.

Georgia · 2025-03-09

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Signs Fiscally Conservative Amended Budget for 2025, Includes Hurricane Relief and Taxpayer Refunds

Georgia's financial landscape saw a key development as Governor Brian P. Kemp put pen to paper, signing off on the Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. In a ceremony flanked by state officials, the governor secured funding for a suite of initiatives ranging from hurricane relief to educational support. The...

Georgia · 2025-03-08

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Ga. celebration of life, S.C. funeral set for late Angie Stone

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A Georgia celebration of life service and South Carolina funeral have been set for the late R&B singer Angie Stone next week. On Friday, March 14, the celebration of life will be held at World of Faith Cathedral in Austell at 11 a.m. Attendees must register online.

Austell, GA · 2025-03-08