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‘Nothing matters when you can't take care of yourself when sick’: Warnock introduces Medicaid bill
LISTEN: U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock explains his new stopgap Medicaid coverage legislation. On Thursday, July 11, Georgia U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock introduced legislation that would temporarily relieve the thousands of Georgians stuck in the Medicaid coverage gap. The Bridge to Medicaid Act would provide a three-year temporary relief to those...
Georgia Delegate to the RNC talks security and rhetoric changes in a contentious political season
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — In the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life, security is a front and center topic for those attending the Republican National Convention. Long time Republican Party activist and Columbus resident, Alton Russell, is one of the 59 official delegates from Georgia who attended the convention. He has […]
Mosquito control can help prevent spread of dengue fever
ATHENS -- As overnight temperatures increase during the summer, so do mosquito populations, bringing with them the risk of mosquito-borne diseases. In late June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that the U.S. is seeing an increased risk of dengue fever, a sometimes fatal viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. This disease has been across much of South and Central America and the Caribbean, and with about 1,500 cases, the U.S. Commonwealth of Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency over dengue. ...
Catherine Jordan promoted to manager of GBI's Central Regional Crime Lab
DECATUR -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Monday the promotion of Catherine Jordan to manager of the GBI’s Central Regional Crime Lab. Jordan will be responsible for the supervision of staff and others within the Central Crime Lab. “Catherine has proven to be a leader in the crime lab and will continue to serve as a great example as the Central Regional Crime Lab manager,” GBI Director Chris Hosey said. “We can only benefit from the service of such a professional in their field.” ...
Former Georgia public safety commissioner dies at 73
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Georgia is saying goodbye to a respected former state official. Col. Sid Miles previously served as the state’s public safety commissioner. He died today while in hospice in Brunswick. Gov. Kemp issued a statement on social media calling Miles a true public servant,...
Quinton Simon’s mom gets trial date in Ga. toddler’s death
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The former Burke County resident who’s accused of killing her son, Quinton Simon, has been given a date for a jury trial. According to the Superior Court of Chatham County, jury selection for Leilani Simon’s trial will begin on Oct. 9. We are now learning...
Gulfstream Aerospace opens expanded customer support centre in Savannah
Gulfstream Aerospace has officially opened its expanded customer support service centre at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The Savannah Service Centre East has added more than 200 new jobs and significantly enhances Gulfstream's maintenance, repair and overhaul facility capabilities in the region. To mark the occasion, state and local dignitaries, community...
Escapee captured, found hiding in tree after escaping from Washington County Hospital
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. — An inmate at Washington County Hospital escaped while undergoing treatment Tuesday afternoon, but his game of hide and seek ended only a few hours when the sheriff's office found him hiding in a tree, Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran says. In a Facebook post, the...
William Few Parkway between Washington Rd, Riverwood Parkway back open after gas leak
UPDATE, 07/17/2024, 7:23 A.M. – William Few Parkway between Washington Road and Riverwood Parkway is now open. COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Drivers need be aware of a road closure due to a gas leak. According to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office in Appling, William Few Parkway between Washington Road and Riverwood Parkway is currently […]
Bomb recovered after ongoing battle between brothers in Aiken
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - A burglary led to a bomb recovery after an ongoing dispute between two brothers in Aiken County on Sunday, according to authorities. Authorities say that around 12:40 p.m., deputies responded to a burglary in progress in the 6100 block of Marmalade Lane. Aiken and Saluda County...
Allendale boil water advisory lifted
UPDATE, 07/18/2024, 11:35 A.M. – According to the officials, the boil water advisory for the Town of Allendale has been lifted. ALLENDALE, S.C. (WJBF) – The Town of Allendale is currently under a boil water advisory. Officials urge residents to boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking with […]
Arts In The Heart Returns To Broad Street And The Augusta Common September 20-22
The annual Arts In The Heart Of Augusta Festival is making a return to Broad Street and the Augusta Common this year. With road construction happening in downtown Augusta, a decision was made last week. The construction affects Telfair Street, which would impact the festival. Initially, the plan would include...
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