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Georgia Today: Coldest night of the year on the way; Hurricane study; Savannah novel celebrates 30th

On the Tuesday, Jan. 16 edition of Georgia Today: Bundle up, Georgia! Wind chill and freeze warnings are in effect as we enter the coldest night of the past year; a new study shows poor communities wait much longer for power restoration after major storms; and the book that many say put Savannah on the map is celebrating its 30th anniversary. 

 

January 16, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
Rozz Rouse, who co-chairs the Coalition to Name Taylor Square, poses at the Savannah square formerly named Calhoun Square. She is dressed as Susie King Taylor, a nurse who served with the Union during the Civil War.

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Georgia Today: Historic markers in Savannah and Statesboro; New tallest hotel in Georgia

On the Friday, Jan. 12 edition of Georgia Today: A new historic marker in Savannah honoring enslaved nurse and civil rights pioneer Susie King Taylor; another historic marker in Statesboro commemorates the site of a lynching; and international hotel brand Hilton opens Georgia's tallest hotel in 40 years. 

January 12, 2024
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  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook
Gov. Brian Kemp

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Georgia Today: State of the State; Funding for medical schools; Electric vehicle charging stations

On the Thursday, Jan. 11 edition of Georgia Today: Gov. Brian Kemp delivers his 6th annual State of the State address; new funding for medical schools; and metro Atlanta will receive federal dollars to help fund electrical vehicle charging stations. 

January 11, 2024
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook
A sign is seen at Monmouth Park Sports Book by William Hill, ahead of the opening of the first day of legal betting on sports in Oceanport, New Jersey, U.S., June 14, 2018. REUTERS/Mike Segar

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Georgia Today: Kemp announces infrastructure investment; Sports betting; Georgia Writer of the Year

On the Wednesday, Jan. 10 edition of Georgia Today: Gov. Brian Kemp announces a big investment in state infrastructure; new efforts to legalize sports betting in Georgia; and a conversation with the attorney-turned-author who was has received 3 Georgia Writer of the Year recognitions. 

January 10, 2024
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks about Covid-19 vaccine equity in the South Court Auditorium at the White House complex November 22, 2021 in Washington, DC. The White House announced Monday a $1.5 billion initiative aimed at shoring up healthcare access in rural and underserved areas. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

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Georgia Today: VP Harris visits Atlanta; Poll worker shortage; Severe storm casualty in Clayton

On the Tuesday, Jan. 9 edition of Georgia Today: VP Harris made a stop in Atlanta today; Georgia needs more poll workers; And police in Clayton County have confirmed a death related to the severe storms that rolled through Metro Atlanta this morning.

January 09, 2024
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  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook

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Georgia Today: Severe weather across Georgia; Falcons coach fired; 2024 legislative session begins

On the Monday, Jan. 8 edition of Georgia Today: Severe weather is moving across the state; the Atlanta Falcons have fired their head coach; and today marks the beginning of the 2024 Georgia legislative session.

January 08, 2024
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  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jake Cook
Andre Dickens will become Atlanta's 61st mayor after decisively winning a Nov. 30, 2021 runoff.

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Georgia Today: General Assembly prep; 'Crime is down says Atlanta mayor; Infectious disease expert

On the Friday, Jan. 5 edition of Georgia Today: State education leaders and lawmakers gather to discuss priorities ahead of the next session; Atlanta's mayor celebrates a reduction in crime; and with flu and COVID-19 infections on the rise, we'll tell you more about what to expect and how to keep yourself safe.

January 05, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
A job fair specifically for law enforcement jobs will be held on Monday, October 21st.

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Georgia Today: Sherrif's deputy killed; Pregnancy related deaths; Mental health care shortage

On the Thursday, Jan. 4 edition of Georgia Today: A sheriff’s deputy in Metro Atlanta's Coweta County was killed in the line of duty this morning; Georgia lawmakers met today to discuss pregnancy-related deaths; and a new study shows only six Georgia counties have enough mental health care professionals.

January 04, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook

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Georgia Today: Rivian zoning challenges; Economic impact of arts in Savannah; Great Books program

On the Wednesday, Jan. 3 edition of Georgia Today: A state judge sides with automaker Rivian in a battle over zoning; a new study of Savannah's economy reveals the financial impact of arts and culture; and who decides what makes a great book "great?" Some students in Macon are re-evalating what's considered a classic. 

January 03, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
Matt Wilpers attends "Peloton on Tour" in Alpharetta, Ga. in August 2023.

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Georgia Today: Prosecuting attorneys oversight commission; Redistricting fallout; Peloton instructor

On the Tuesday, Jan. 2 edition of Georgia Today: State republicans attempt to revive a prosecuting attorneys oversight commission; more fallout for Democrats over the new House district maps; and to help with your New Year's fitness resolutions, we talk with one of Peloton's most popular instructors. 

January 02, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
NOVA Butterfly Blueprints

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Georgia Today: Monarch butterflies; Savannah interstate flyover; Stories you may have missed in 2023

On the Monday, Jan. 1 edition of Georgia Today: You can help scientists study monarch butterflies; the Georgia DOT may remove an interstate flyover from a historically Black neighborhood in Savannah; and we'll look back at some interesting stories you might have missed throughout 2023.

January 01, 2024
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook

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Georgia Today: Election prepping for 2024; Plane charging stations; Stories you may have missed

On the Friday, Dec. 29 edition of Georgia Today: Elections officials prep for a busy 2024; electric charging stations for airplanes have landed in Georgia; and we'll look back at some fascinating stories you might have missed throughout the year.

December 29, 2023
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By:
  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
Micky Dolenz and Michael Stipe joke inside inside Wuxtry Records on Nov. 3, 2023. Dolenz was in town to promote is new EP, Micky Dolenz Sings R.E.M.

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Georgia Today: Endangered Species Act anniversary; Stories you may have missed in 2023

On the Thursday December 28th edition of Georgia Today: Some Georgia species have rebounded significantly since being listed as endangered or threatened under the now 50 year old Endangered Species Act; Plus, we'll look back at some interesting stories you might have missed throughout the year.

December 28, 2023
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
Tybee Island, Georgia

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Georgia Today: Tybee lighthouse temp. closure; First responder legislation; Postpartum medication

On the Wednesday, Dec. 27 edition of Georgia Today: One of Georgia's oldest and tallest lighthouse is set to close for three months; a police officer pushes for legislation that could help first responders with PTSD; and doctors in Georgia can now prescribe a new medication for post-partum depression.

December 27, 2023
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
Loggerhead turtle, Caretta caretta, is endangered. A nest contains about 100 eggs. Hatchlings try to avoid many predators during their escape to the open ocean, Florida. (Photo by: Mark Conlin/VW PICS/UIG via Getty Image)

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Georgia Today: Stories you may have missed in 2023: Sea turtles; Punk Black; Yearbooks for the blind

On the Monday, Dec. 25 edition of Georgia Today: Sea turtles in Georgia had a really good year; Macon will soon be the home to a health care center specifically for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and what do yearbooks look like at a school for the blind? 

December 25, 2023
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jake Cook
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