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Vice President Kamala Harris talks about climate change at Georgia Tech on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

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GPB morning headlines for September 20, 2024

Oprah Winfrey hosted an online event with Vice President Kamala Harris from Michigan Thursday. Several guests, including some from Georgia joined to discuss gun violence and access to reproductive care.

Officials in Macon-Bibb County have announced a new affordable housing development in the heart of one of the city’s most prominent historically Black neighborhoods.

The Atlanta Dream have clinched a spot in the WNBA playoffs.

September 20, 2024
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Eric Arnold, owner of 1151 Sunnydale Drive, holds a phone with a picture of what the house he was renovating used to look like before it got demolished by Macon-Bibb County. He’s filing a lawsuit against them for “unconstitutionally” destroying his house. Institute of Jusice

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Renovator says Macon violated his rights when city tore down his property, wants payment

A man who bought a blighted property in Macon with plans to renovate it is suing Macon-Bibb County because he says they “unconstitutionally” destroyed the site.

September 19, 2024
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  • Alba Rosa
U.S. Postal Service vehicles

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GPB morning headlines for September 19, 2024

Georgia U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff previewed a bill Wednesday he says will address what he calls “leadership failures” at the United States Postal Service.

The Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hopes to strengthen its rural efforts.

September 19, 2024
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Vice presidential candidate Tim Walz in Macon

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GPB morning headlines for Sept. 18, 2024

Vice presidential candidate Tim Walz kicked off a Harris campaign swing through two battleground states — Georgia and North Carolina — in Macon Tuesday. 

The two candidates for Chatham County district attorney took to the stage this week in Savannah for a voters' forum.

Musical artists paid tribute to former President Jimmy Carter on Tuesday in celebration of his upcoming birthday.

September 18, 2024
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Vice presidential candidate Tim Walz in Macon

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VP candidate Walz starts two-state swing in Macon

Vice presidential candidate Tim Walz kicked off a campaign swing through two battleground states — Georgia and North Carolina — in Macon Tuesday.  

September 17, 2024
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  • Grant Blankenship
A memorial is seen at Apalachee High School after the Wednesday school shooting, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Winder, Ga.

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GPB morning headlines for Sept. 16, 2024

A new report from Trust for America’s Health shows barriers to nutritious food and physical activity are driving up the rates of obesity in Georgia communities — especially among children.

Apalachee High School is planning a "gradual reopening" the week of Sept. 23.

A developer in Savannah has come to an agreement with the owners of two historic Jewish cemeteries in order to build a new hotel nearby.

September 16, 2024
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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady of Georgia Marty Kemp arrive Monday morning at First Baptist Church in downtown Columbus, Georgia for the memorial service for Georgia Rep. Richard Smith. 02/05/2024 Mike Haskey/Ledger-Enquirer

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Gov. Brian Kemp comments on Apalachee shooting during visit to Macon. See what he said.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp commented on the shooting at Apalachee High School during a stop in Macon on Thursday.

September 13, 2024
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  • Lucinda Warnke
Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee presides over a hearing is to determine whether Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should be removed from the case because of a relationship with Nathan Wade, special prosecutor she hired in the election interference case against former President Donald Trump, Friday, March, 1, 2024, in Atlanta.

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GPB morning headlines for September 13, 2024

The judge overseeing the Fulton County election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others has tossed out three counts in the indictment, including two brought against the former president.

Historical preservationists in Macon have announced their annual list of important buildings in need of intensive care.

Georgia Military College cut the ribbon on a new leadership center in Milledgeville Thursday.

September 13, 2024
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Mary Kathryn Nagle rehearses her play "On the Far End" at Theatre Macon ahead of her performance there.

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For Macon's Indigenous Celebration, a play about the promise on the far end of the Trail of Tears

Mary Kathryn Nagle's play "On the Far End" tells the story of promises kept and promises broken at the end of the Trail of Tears through the life of one Muscogee woman.

September 12, 2024
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A sign warns of a gun-free school zone, Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, in Winder, Ga. Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones says he wants to pay a $10,000 yearly stipend to teachers who pass firearms training, allowing them to carry guns in school.

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GPB morning headlines for September 12, 2024

A new study of gun owning parents finds many believe teaching children proper gun handling and safety is more critical than providing safe gun storage.

Tenants and former tenants of public housing developments showed up at the Atlanta headquarters of the Department of Housing and Urban Development last week demanding leaders address their concerns about poor living conditions. 

September 12, 2024
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This combination of photos taken at campaign rallies in Atlanta shows Vice President Kamala Harris on July 30, 2024, left, and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump on Aug. 3.

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GPB morning headlines for September 11, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off last night in a debate in Philadelphia. Here in Georgia voters from both sides of the aisle flocked to debate watch parties to support their candidate.

Many students in Barrow County went back to class Tuesday. School officials have promised students and parents more security and mental health resources.

The largest water treatment plant in Fulton County officially will reopen this week with new and upgraded facilities.

September 11, 2024
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Flowers, balloons, signs, candles and other symbols of support are shown on a sidewalk next to a door.

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GPB morning headlines for September 10, 2024

Many students in Barrow County are headed back to class today.

Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger continues to share his concerns about recent changes to the State Election Board.

September 10, 2024
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GPB morning headlines for September 9, 2024

In Winder, public school students will not be in class Monday. County officials canceled school after last Wednesday’s school shooting.

A month after Tropical Storm Debby deluged Georgia’s coast, many residents there are still dealing with flooded homes and applying for federal disaster aid.

According to the latest census, 1.2 million people under 65 years old in Georgia do not have health insurance. That includes children. 

September 09, 2024
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Robins Air Force Base front gate sign in Houston County, Georgia. EDWARD ASPERA 78th Air Base Wing Public Affair

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Robins Air Force Base staffer sues, says bosses discriminated after learning he was gay

A Robins Air Force Base employee is suing the Air Force, alleging he was discriminated against after his supervisors found out he was gay, according to court records.

September 06, 2024
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Those in attendance at the prayer vigil pictured at Jug Tavern Park in Winder. Grant Blankenship/GPB News

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GPB morning headlines for September 5, 2024

The investigation continues today in the shooting deaths of four people at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. 

The community of Winder gathered last night for a candlelight vigil at a local park.

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