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National championship game is a once-(or twice-)in-a-lifetime trip for diehard Georgia Bulldogs fans

A trip to the national championship game in Inglewood, California could cost several thousand dollars, an expense that many diehard Georgia fans are willing to pay to cheer on their team.

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GPB morning headlines for January 5, 2023

Nearly 300 state employees erroneously received unemployment benefits during the last two pandemic years.

The Atlanta City Council passed a resolution this week aimed at increasing gun safety.

Gov. Brian Kemp announces broadband grants totaling $235 million in federal pandemic relief funds.

January 05, 2023
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Senator Raphael Warnock speaking on the Senate floor in support of the CHIPS and Science Act.

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GPB evening headlines for January 4, 2023

Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock is starting a full six year term, after winning five elections in two years.

One of Georgia's newest members of Congress is waiting to be sworn in as the U.S. House elects a new Speaker.

The Atlanta City Council passed a resolution aimed at increasing gun safety and reducing the number gun injuries and deaths.

January 04, 2023
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GPB morning headlines for January 4, 2023

Showers and thunderstorms will continue across north and central Georgia this morning.

Two Republicans are advancing to a runoff to fill the seat held by the late Georgia House Speaker David Ralston.

A Northwest Georgia man plans to return to Ukraine this week after traveling home to give an update on Georgia-based humanitarian efforts.

January 04, 2023
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House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) attends a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., December 14, 2022. REUTERS/Mary F. Calvert

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GPB evening headlines for January 3, 2023

Only one Georgia Republican voted against California Congressman Kevin McCarthy in today's vote for US House Speaker.

Weather forecasters are watching a line of storms expected to bring steady rain and gusty winds across the state.

Atlanta police have arrested a man in connection with the fatal shooting of a Fulton County deputy last week.

January 03, 2023
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A feed from the new weather radar purchased by Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia shows rain passing through the north Georgia area. (Courtesy of John Toon)

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GPB morning headlines for January 3, 2023

The Georgia Department of Human Services and Department of Community Health are asking low-income families enrolled in Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids to update their contact information in the state’s public health insurance portal, Georgia Gateway. 

The University of Georgia and Georgia Tech have acquired a new weather radar system that could enhance weather forecasting in North Georgia.

January 03, 2023
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GPB evening headlines for January 2, 2023

A new session of Congress begins Tuesday 4and Georgia lawmakers are expected to have a more prominent role.

Republican Danny Rampey, arrested after winning a seat in the Georgia House, is withdrawing from office. 

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Cameron Batson faces multiple charges after he allegedly got into an altercation with a police officer.

 

January 02, 2023
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GPB evening headlines for December 30, 2022

A Gainesville hospital could become a Level One trauma center, months after an Atlanta hospital with that designation closed.

A major credit rating agency expects the Port of Savannah to continue to grow in the new year despite recession concerns.

After a three-year hiatus, Atlanta plans to bring back its classic New Year's tradition, the Peach Drop.

December 30, 2022
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GPB morning headlines for December 30, 2022

Economists at a major credit rating agency expect the Port of Savannah to continue to grow in the new year, despite concerns over a possible recession.

A law that makes it easier for food trucks to do business takes effect with the New Year on Sunday.

December 30, 2022
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 Gov. Brian Kemp steps out of a Rivian truck Thursday at a press event announcing the the electric vehicle maker will build a factory in Georgia. Jill Nolin/Georgia Recorder

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GPB evening headlines for December 29, 2022

A Georgia 16-year-old died Wednesday night after playing on a partially frozen lake.

One of the state’s largest economic development projects has cleared a major federal regulatory hurdle.

When state lawmakers gavel in to next year's legislative session, new leaders will begin their roles in both chambers.

December 29, 2022
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GPB morning headlines for December 29, 2022

Atlanta has been chosen as one of three-cities to participate in a program to address racial bias in home valuation.

The state of Georgia has launched its own health-insurance portal that directs people to private insurers and brokers to buy health insurance. 

December 29, 2022
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Southwest Airlines travelers wait in a long line to check on their baggage from their cancelled flights after an arctic blast and a massive winter storm dubbed Elliott swept over much of the United States in the lead-up to the Christmas holiday weekend, at Chicago Midway International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., December 27, 2022. REUTERS/Kamil Krzaczynski

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GPB evening headlines for December 28, 2022

Wellstar Health System plans to buy Augusta University Health System, but details aren't available.

It's unclear how many people died from cold exposure during the record-setting holiday freeze.

Southwest Airlines cancelled 95 Atlanta flights as the airline's problems continued to snowball.

December 28, 2022
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GPB morning headlines for December 28, 2022

South Georgia is getting a new emergency room.

University of Georgia researchers have launched a study looking at ways to help Georgia farmers transition to growing certified organic vegetables on out of use farmland or pasture.

December 28, 2022
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GPB evening headlines for December 27, 2022

South Georgia is getting a new emergency room through the re-opening of emergency services at Valdosta’s Smith Northview Hospital.

Some Georgia cities and counties have issued boil water advisories after freezing temperatures disrupted water systems.

 

 

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GPB morning headlines for December 27, 2022

Some Georgia cities and counties have issued boil water advisories after freezing temperatures disrupted water systems.

As the Christmas season winds down, members of Keep Georgia Beautiful are providing ways to recycle your live Christmas tree. 

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