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This undated photo shows Nick Carusillo, left, with his mother, Tina Carusillo, center, and his sister, Jessica Long. Nick Carusillo died in September 2017 when he was hit by multiple vehicles on a Georgia interstate, just days after he was abruptly discharged from an addiction treatment center. Now his parents hope a substantial jury verdict in their favor will prompt change that helps others suffering from mental illness and substance abuse.

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GPB morning headlines for September 8, 2022

A DeKalb County jury has awarded $77 million to the family of a man prematurely released from a mental health facility.

Chattooga County schools will remain closed Thursday and Friday after weekend flooding.

Unusually hot summer days have become more common across the U.S. and overnight lows aren't as low as they used to be.

September 08, 2022
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In this July 16, 2019, file photo, Herschel Walker speaks during Southeastern Conference Media Day in Hoover, Ala.

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GPB evening headlines for September 7, 2022

US Sen. Raphael Warnock says he'll debate his Republican challenger Herschel Walker at a Savannah TV station.

Police officers across Georgia are embracing a new community outreach initiative as they seek solutions.

Law enforcement officials have identified the remains of a young woman found murdered in Northwest Georgia 33-years-ago.

September 07, 2022
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In this photo provided by The Georgia Bureau of Investigation investigators hold a photo of Stacey Lyn Chahorski, left, of Norton Shores, Mich., and a composite sketch of her in Trenton, Ga., March 24, 2022. Georgia and federal officials said on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, that DNA has identified a deceased truck driver as the man who killed the young woman in 1988 in the state's far northwest corner. Officials said genetic genealogy points to Henry Fredrick “Hoss” Wise as the killer of Chahorski. (The Georgia

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GPB morning headlines for September 7, 2022

Schools and services in Northwest Georgia's Chattooga County remain closed Wednesday after weekend flooding shut down the water treatment plant in the county seat.

Georgia and federal officials have identified a woman who went missing in 1988 and her killer with genealogy DNA.

The proposed new Otis Redding Center for the Arts came one step closer yesterday to final approval, WMAZ reports.

September 07, 2022
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Mobiles homes are shown with water encroaching.

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GPB evening headlines for September 6, 2022

Schools in Chattooga County remain closed after weekend flooding shut down the water treatment plant in the county seat.

There are just nine weeks until the 2022 midterm election, and campaign season is ramping up.

A new shelter opens today in Savannah specifically for single and unaccompanied women experiencing homelessness.

September 06, 2022
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The Columbus waterfront is shown with a walkway and shady tree.

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Poverty and lack of tree cover overlap in Georgia cities

Grants are being made available to address areas with "tree equity" problems.

September 06, 2022
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FILE - This combination of 2022 and 2021 file photos shows Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, left, and gubernatorial Democratic candidate Stacey Abrams. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp's decision to defy Donald Trump and ratify Joe Biden's presidential electors in 2020 has won Kemp credit with some Democrats. Heading into the November election, Democratic nominee Stacey Abrams needs those voters in her column. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)

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GPB morning headlines for September 6, 2022

The National Weather Service has allowed the flood warning in Chattooga and Floyd Counties to expire after heavy rain Sunday caused flash flooding and dangerously high waters.

A new shelter opens Tuesday in Savannah, specifically for single and unaccompanied women experiencing homelessness.

There are just nine weeks until the 2022 midterm election, and campaign season is ramping up.

September 06, 2022
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GPB evening headlines for September 5, 2022

Nearly 100,000 Georgians have requested an absentee ballot for the November 8 general election.

Heavy rain Sunday caused flash flooding and dangerously high waters in some areas of northwest Georgia.

Georgia beat Oregon on Saturday, 49 to 3. 

September 05, 2022
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The Advanced Manufacturing Pilot Facility at Georgia Tech is shown.

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GPB evening headlines for September 2, 2022

The Biden administration announced a $65 million grant for Georgia Tech to advance artificial intelligence in manufacturing.

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Atlanta to highlight funding to help restore communities divided by federal highways.

Dragon Con brings pop culture fans and celebrities from around the world to Atlanta for exhibits, photo opportunities and cosplay.

September 02, 2022
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A rendering of the Northwest Trail segment running along Bennett Street.

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GPB morning headlines for September 2, 2022

A federal judge has ruled constitutional protections do not shield U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham from testifying before a special grand jury investigating possible election interference in Georgia.

Atlanta Beltline officials have announced the results of a major study this week aimed at bringing the 22-mile pedestrian and biking trail closer to completion.

Dragon Con kicked off Thursday night in Atlanta.

September 02, 2022
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The St. Simons Island Lighthouse is shown under a blue sky.

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St. Simons Island Lighthouse celebrates 150 years

The St. Simons Island Lighthouse will recall its 150 year history over the Labor Day weekend with a unique light show.

September 01, 2022
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Delta Air Lines pilots demonstrate outside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on June 30, 2022, demanding better working conditions.

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Hartsfield-Jackson to see crowds, pickets over Labor Day weekend

A demonstration of frustrated pilots comes as Hartsfield-Jackson expects a busy holiday travel weekend.

September 01, 2022
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Dozens of Delta jets have been parked on the tarmac of the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport since last spring.

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GPB morning headlines for September 1, 2022

Pilots at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport’s largest airline, Delta, plan to picket at ATL and elsewhere today over prolonged contract negotiations.

U.S. Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock, in the thick of his reelection campaign for November, is working to remind voters why they sent him to Congress.

Wellstar Health System plans to close its Atlanta Medical Center.

September 01, 2022
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp handily beat David Perdue, former President Trump's hand picked candidate in the 2022 Republican Gubernatorial primary , to set up a re-election race against Democrat Stacey Abrams.

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GPB morning headlines for August 31, 2022

Georgia's oldest public Historically Black College and University is partnering with a public university in Michigan.

Gov. Brian Kemp announced this week COVID-19 relief funds to go to affordable housing and to neighborhood recreation improvements.

August 31, 2022
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Governor Kemp Speaks At Georgia GOP Convention on June 5, 2021

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GPB evening headlines for August 30, 2022

A state judge says Gov. Brian Kemp must testify before the special grand jury investigating possible crimes related to interference in Georgia's 2020 election, but not until after the November elections.

A prosecutor announced an indictment targeting members of what she said is a violent street gang that has been targeting the Atlanta area homes of celebrities.

The lighthouse on St. Simons Island is turning 150 years old.

August 30, 2022
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Gov. Brian Kemp

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GPB evening headlines for August 29, 2022

A state judge says Gov. Brian Kemp must testify before the special grand jury investigating possible crimes related to interference in Georgia's 2020 election.

Georgia Democratic and Republican leaders rallied many of their most faithful party members at competing events this weekend.

A group of residents in South Georgia's Cook County are fighting to block what could become the world's largest wood pellet plant.

August 29, 2022
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