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News Articles: Georgia

The BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia, as seen on October 19, 2024. The plant remains partially closed following a chemical fire on September 29, 2024 that forced thousands of residents to evacuate.

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Federal investigation Into BioLab fire could take up to 18 months

Federal investigators say it could take up to 18 months to complete their investigation into the fire at BioLab’s Conyers facility.

March 10, 2025
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By:
  • Pamela Kirkland
A protester holds a sign: "Science Saves Lives"

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Protesters rally for science and against federal cuts at state Capitol

More than 100 scientists, researchers and their supporters showed up for a rally outside the state Capitol on Friday afternoon as part of a national day of action.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Amanda Andrews and
  • GPB News Staff
The gold dome of the Georgia Capitol gleams in the sun, Aug. 27, 2022, in front of the skyline of downtown Atlanta.

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GPB evening headlines for March 7, 2025

Thursday was Crossover Day; on Friday, more than 100 showed up for a "Stand Up for Science" rally outside the state Capitol; pollen emerged in metro Atlanta even before March.

March 07, 2025
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  • GPB News Radio
Sneezing

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Georgia Today: Crossover Day report; Bloody Sunday anniversary; Climate change and allergy season

Yesterday was Crossover Day at the state Capitol; today's the anniversary of Bloody Sunday march at Selma, Ala.;; how warming temperatures affecting are affecting allergy season

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook
Administrator of the Small Business Administration Kelly Loeffler arrives before President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

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Small Business Administration to relocate 6 offices in so-called 'sanctuary cities'

The Small Business Administration said it will relocate six of its regional offices in so-called "sanctuary cities," part of a broader Trump administration effort to crack down on cities that it deems have immigrant-friendly policies.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Associated Press
A pharmacist holds a bottle of pills and examines it

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Georgians could get screened for HIV meds prescribed in pharmacies if this bill passes

Proposed legislation would expand health care access to people at risk of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Ellen Eldridge
Medical cannabis oil

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  • Politics

Georgia senators OK bills to limit THC content in beverages, expand access to medical cannabis

Three bills changing the way Georgia regulates hemp and medical cannabis cleared the Senate ahead of Thursday’s Crossover Day deadline. 

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Maya Homan
The Georgia Capitol on a wintry day in 2024.

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  • Politics

Lawmakers Huddle: A recap of Georgia legislative session Week 8

In this week's Lawmaker Huddle on Morning Edition, GPB’s Pamela Kirkland catches up with Lawmakers host Donna Lowry to discuss legislation that cleared Crossover Day.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Pamela Kirkland and
  • Donna Lowry
Sneezing

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Sneezing already? Warmer weather is triggering a longer allergy season

Warming temperatures are giving plants more time to grow and produce allergy-inducing pollen, Climate Central meteorologist Lauren Casey says. GPB's Orlando Montoya reports.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • GPB News Staff
 Sen. Blake Tillery reads from first lady Melania Trump’s book, in which she said she was debanked. Tillery’s debanking bill failed in the Senate by a wide margin. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder

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Dozens of bills make the cut as Georgia lawmakers hit home stretch, DEI ban dies

Lawmakers passed a heap of bills Crossover Day, including an accelerated income tax rate cut and a plan to slightly expand the state’s medical cannabis program while attempting to ban THC-infused drinks. 

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Ross Williams ,
  • Jill Nolin ,
  • and 1 more
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed the Amended Fiscal Year 2025 Budget on the Capitol steps on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Credit: Screenshot

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  • Politics

'Lawmakers' Day 28: Crossover Day, Senate passes 3 school safety bills, House OKs income tax cuts

Crossover Day kicked off with Gov. Kemp signing his first piece of legislation this session. Then the mad dash to pass legislation started up for the day.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Sarah Kallis and
  • Tristan Smith
Megan Planovsky watches her daughter, Lydia Planovsky, play with a toy in their home.

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Here's what to know about Section 504 protections for Georgia students with mental health needs

For over 50 years, the federal Rehabilitation Act has provided a way for parents to make sure schools accommodate the special needs of their kids. In May 2024, a piece of the Act called Section 504 was expanded to include "gender dysphoria, leading to a 17-state lawsuit joined by Georgia.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Ellen Eldridge
Wide Shot of Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, Georgia

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GPB morning headlines for March 7, 2025

These bills made it across Crossover Day at the Capitol; Gov. Kemp signs the amended fiscal year 2025 budget

March 07, 2025
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  • GPB News Radio
"It’s Been a Minute," hosted by Brittany Luse, and "Wild Card," hosted by Rachel Martin, will now air together as a one-hour program, bringing listeners a fresh way to explore culture and human connection.

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  • Pop Culture

NPR's ‘It’s Been a Minute’ and ‘Wild Card’ join forces in new Saturday broadcast

NPR’s It’s Been a Minute and Wild Card team up for a new one-hour broadcast, blending cultural deep dives and intimate interviews. Tune in Saturdays at 2 p.m. on GPB.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Pamela Kirkland
A Hand Holding a Cellphone. The Georgia Senate passed legislation to make doxxing a criminal offense in Georgia on Crossover Day, Thursday, March 6, 2025. Credit: Pexels

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  • Politics

Georgia Senate passes the Georgia Anti-Doxxing Act

On Thursday, the Georgia Senate passed the Georgia Anti-Doxxing Act, legislation to create criminal offenses for doxxing in Georgia, as a part of Crossover Day.

March 07, 2025
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By:
  • Ambria Burton
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