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News Articles: Atlanta

A Doraville bound MARTA train arrives at the Five Points transit station on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022.

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MARTA partners with Kia, Hyundai to prevent vehicle theft at rail stations

Steering wheel locks may help car owners after an increase in incidents involving vehicles parked at rail stations.

May 30, 2023
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  • Isaiah Singleton
Rosalynn Carter at the Carter Center in 2019

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Georgia Today: Rosalynn Carter health update; Mental health treatment for Vets; Savannah hotel tax

On the Tuesday May 30th edition of Georgia Today: The Carter Center releases an update on the health of former first lady Rosalynn Carter; A new treatment is helping military veterans with their mental health; And starting in September it will be more expensive to stay in Savannah.

 

 

May 30, 2023
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Unit 3’s reactor and cooling tower stand at Georgia Power Co.'s Plant Vogtle nuclear power plant on Jan. 20, 2023, in Waynesboro, Ga. Company officials announced Wednesday, May 24, 2023, that Unit 3, one of two new reactors at the site, would reach full power in coming days, after years of delays and billions in cost overruns.

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Third nuclear reactor reaches 100% power output at Georgia's Plant Vogtle

A new reactor at a nuclear power plant in Georgia has reached its full power output for the first time. Georgia Power Co. announced Monday that Unit 3 at Plant Vogtle has reached its full output of 1,100 megawatts of electricity.

May 30, 2023
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  • Associated Press
Reactor number 3 and it's cooling tower stands at Georgia Power Co.'s Plant Vogtle nuclear power plant on Jan. 20, 2023, in Waynesboro, Ga. The nuclear plant has begun splitting atoms in one of its two new reactors, Georgia Power Co. said Monday, March 6, 2023, a key step toward reaching commercial operation at the first new nuclear reactors built from scratch in decades in the United States.

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GPB morning headlines for May 30, 2023

Updated national data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates overall decreases in new HIV infections from 2017 to 2021, especially among young people. 

A new reactor at a nuclear power plant southeast of Augusta has reached its full power output for the first time.

A new study of adults in Georgia shows people grieving the death of a loved one are at greater risk of binge drinking than those not in bereavement.

May 30, 2023
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GPB evening headlines for May 29, 2023

Updated CDC data shows Georgia has room for improvement in its HIV infection rate.

Plant Vogtle reaches full power for the first time.

May 29, 2023
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  • GPB News Radio
Kevin Bongang in front of his mural on Shake Shack in Midtown.

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The joy of color with artist Kevin Bongang

Artist Kevin Bongang is known for his bright, colorful, and playful murals. 

May 29, 2023
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  • Isadora Pennington
Andersonville National Cemetery in Georgia

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Korean War Medal of Honor recipient to be buried at Andersonville National Cemetery

The story of Corporal Luther Story is unlike many others. But his sacrifice is shared by all whom the nation remembers today.

May 29, 2023
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  • Orlando Montoya
A woman follows a therapist's finger during EMDR treatment

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This drug-free mental health treatment is helping veterans with PTSD

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR therapy, focuses on the connection between eye movement and bad memories.  

May 29, 2023
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  • Ellen Eldridge
 Rep. Scott Holcomb.

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State lawmakers poised to revisit compensation bill for wrongly convicted Georgians

GOP legislator wants counties to pay

May 27, 2023
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  • Aaleah McConnell
The Beastie Boys, as illustrated by Anny Yi in the children's book, "What Is Hip-Hop?" by Eric Morse

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Atlanta Jazz Festival's Kids Zone promotes reading with giveaway of 'What is Hip-Hop'?

Hip-hop has been many things in its half century of existence, and "suitable for children" probably isn't what immediately comes to mind. But one book challenges that perception.

May 26, 2023
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  • Sonia Murray
Atlanta City Council member Liliana Bahktiari  introduced a resolution to address environmental issues in the city's South River Forest area. Council members Matt Westmoreland and Jason Dozier also authored the measure that asks the city to implement the Atlanta Regional Commission’s 100-million-dollar South River Forest initiative which would allow for nature trails like those depicted in this drawing..

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Police training facility gets a green light; Atlanta city council members ask for land protections

Atlanta’s controversial police training center is a step closer to becoming a reality, but some council members are pushing for additional plans.

May 26, 2023
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  • Donna Lowry
A sign notifies customers that there is a limit of two units per customer buying "all CVS and national brand tampons" at a CVS drug store in Somerville, Massachusetts, U.S., June 29, 2022. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

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Atlanta doulas hold Menstrual Hygiene Day product drive to fight 'period poverty'

 Menstrual Hygiene Day is May 28 and an Atlanta doula collective is hosting a menstrual supply drive for low-income homes.

May 26, 2023
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  • Amanda Andrews
Tosha Murphy of Douglasville waits in line for an OutKast bobblehead.

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OutKast bobblehead draws Braves fans—including Atlanta's mayor—to Truist Park

Grammy-winning duo OutKast adds another to its list of honors: a tribute at an Atlanta Braves game.

May 26, 2023
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  • Peter Biello
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Hyundai Motor Group president and CEO JaeHoon Chang met at a signing ceremony in Bryan County on Friday, May 20, 2022.

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GPB evening headlines for May 26, 2023

Southeast Georgia is getting a $4 billion electric battery plant as part of Hyundai's pledge to build a massive manufacturing center.

Atlanta is a step closer to putting $31 million into a controversial police training center as opponents press environmental concerns.

A Texas grand jury has indicted the man accused of killing Atlanta rapper Takeoff, whose killing last year shocked the music world.

May 26, 2023
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Chattahoochee River

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'SPLASH': Water safety tips for Memorial Day weekend and year-round

Water safety in Georgia is a priority as the summer season begins. Learning about preventative measures against accidents like drowning while swimming, boating as well as ensuring the water's quality can help ensure your family's safety.

May 26, 2023
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  • Ambria Burton
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