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News Articles: Augusta

Downed trees on Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay

Rare Tornado and Flooding in South Georgia During Weekend Storms

As heavy rain swept through Georgia over the weekend, parts of the state experienced severe weather. National Weather Service Meteorologist Pete Wolf...

December 03, 2018
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By:
  • Cindy Hill
Democrat John Barrow, left, and Republican Brad Raffensperger, right, at the first Atlanta Press Club/Georgia Public Broadcasting Debate. Raffensberger did not attend the second debate.

Election Season Ends Tuesday With Runoffs For Secretary Of State, Public Service Commission

Tuesday is again Election Day in Georgia with runoffs for secretary of state and a spot on the Public Service Commission. Voters will choose between...

December 03, 2018
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By:
  • Leighton Rowell and
  • Virginia Prescott
US Congressman Doug Collins of Georgia.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Georgia Lawmaker Named Top Republican on Judiciary Committee

On this edition of Political Rewind, Georgia Congressman Doug Collins wins a role that positions him to be one President Trump’s chief defenders on...

November 30, 2018
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By:
  • Bill Nigut

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Stacey Abrams Group Files Federal Election Lawsuit

On this edition of Political Rewind, a lawsuit filed in federal court calls for changes to Georgia laws that supporters of Stacey Abrams say suppressed...

November 28, 2018
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
The Atlanta Press Club Runoff Debates were held Nov. 2 for Public Service Commission District 3 and Secretary of State.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Early Voting Underway for Statewide Runoffs

On this edition of Political Rewind, early voting has begun in two key runoff races. Voters will pick a new Secretary of State, who will take charge of...

November 27, 2018
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Migrants watch clashes with U.S. border agents, seen from Tijuana, Mexico.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Immigration Tensions Rise at US-Mexico Border

On this edition of Political Rewind, customs officers clash with migrants at the U.S. Mexico Border. The incident sharpens the focus on President Donald...

November 26, 2018
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
In a file photo, now Governor-elect Brian Kemp gives a thumbs-up to supporters, Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, in Athens, Ga.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Kemp Lays Out His Agenda

On this edition of Political Rewind, Governor-elect Brian Kemp lays out the basics of his policy agenda.

November 20, 2018
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By:
  • Tom Faust
Sen. Nikema Williams (D-Atlanta) is arrested by capitol police during a protest over election ballot counts in the rotunda of the state capitol building Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018, in Atlanta.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Election Legal Battles Continue

On this edition of Political Rewind, it’s been another tumultuous week in Georgia politics.

November 16, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Brian Kemp speaks to supporters at an election night watch party in Athens.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Election Lawsuits as Certification Deadline Looms

On this edition of Political Rewind, as the election certification deadline looms both campaigns continue feuding six days after the polls closed....

November 12, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Left Stacey Abrams addresses supporters during an election night watch party. Right, Brian Kemp speaks to supporters Wednesday.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: More Questions Than Answers After Midterm Elections

On this edition of Political Rewind, Brian Kemp proclaims victory in the governor’s race, but Stacey Abrams is insisting missing ballots make his claim...

November 09, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Left, Former President Barack Obama campaigns for Stacey Abrams in Atlanta. Right, President Donald Trump campaigns for Brian Kemp in Macon.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Midterm Election Closing Arguments

On this edition of Political Rewind, a contentious battle for governor is ending with the most bitter recriminations yet.

November 05, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Oprah Winfrey (left) joins Stacey Abrams at a campaign rally in Decatur, while Vice President Mike Pence joins Brian Kemp at a rally in Savannah, November 1, 2018.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Big Names Head To Georgia Ahead Of Election Day

On this edition of Political Rewind, more than ever before, the eyes of the nation are on Georgia as the race for governor draws to a close. President...

November 02, 2018
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Healthcare is top of mind for many voters in the midterm election.

Healthcare Looms Large In Ga. Governor's Race

Healthcare is top of mind for many voters in the midterm election. GPB's Emily Jones talked with Andy Miller of Georgia Health News about how it factors...

November 01, 2018
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By:
  • Emily Jones
A Pittsburgh Police officer walks past the Tree of Life Synagogue and a memorial of flowers and stars in Pittsburgh in remembrance of those killed and injured when a shooter opened fire during services Saturday at the synagogue.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Candidates Respond to Synagogue Shooting

On this edition of Political Rewind, as Georgian’s join people across the country in mourning the deaths of 11 worshipers killed at Pittsburg’s Tree of...

October 29, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Central American migrants sit on top of the border wall on the beach in San Diego during a gathering of migrants living on both sides of the border.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Mail Bombs, Caravan Play on Campaign Trail

On this edition of Political Rewind, national issues have started to play a larger role in Georgia election campaigns. As investigators continue to look...

October 26, 2018
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
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