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Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns announces a batch of bills at the Capitol Feb. 4 to support Georgia families. Credit: Georgia General Assembly livestream.
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Politics

Republicans support birth control? Georgia GOP backs bill, expands access to contraceptives

Republicans support birth control? Georgia GOP backs bill, expands access to contraceptives Georgia House Republicans announced Wednesday a batch of bills dedicated to putting “Georgia Families First.”  Among them was a measure to increase access to contraceptives across the state. House Bill 1138 would allow pharmacists to prescribe birth control and also allows patients to receive more than one month of birth control pills at a time. State Rep. Beth […]

todayFebruary 9, 2026 6

Westwin Elements, a company seeking to build a nickel refinery in Richmond Hill.
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Community

Community backlash grows as NDAs cloud Westwin Elements refinery talks

Community backlash grows as NDAs cloud Westwin Elements refinery talks Some Richmond Hill and Bryan County officials may be limited in what they can publicly say about a proposed nickel refinery after entering non-disclosure agreements with Westwin Elements. The disclosure has intensified anger and distrust among residents already opposed to the project. WTOC Investigates obtained records through an Open Records Request to the City of Richmond Hill seeking copies of […]

todayFebruary 5, 2026 20

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At The Kitchen Table: A “Moms’ Clean Air Force” – to be reckoned with

⁠Dominique Browning⁠, founder of ⁠Moms' Clean Air Force⁠, joined Caroline and Debra to show the connection between clean environmental policy pushes and maternal / familial health concerns. The ladies share an enlightening conversation that shows how mothers and women leaders are uniquely positioned to drive climate action and protect children's health at the local, state and federal level.

todayFebruary 4, 2026 6 1

Avon - March 10, 2024: Kroger Supermarket. Kroger is one of the largest grocery store chains in the United States.
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Kroger to close all 18 Little Clinic locations in Georgia by early April

Kroger to close all 18 Little Clinic locations in Georgia by early April Kroger announced last week that it will be closing all 18 locations of The Little Clinic in Georgia. The Little Clinic provides easy, affordable healthcare inside the grocery store that includes vaccinations, common illness treatment and even weight loss advice. A Kroger spokesperson told The Telegraph that the closures will be effective April 4. “We have enjoyed […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 5

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Advocates urge state leaders address PFAS risks to Georgia water supplies

Advocates urge state leaders address PFAS risks to Georgia water supplies Advocacy groups across Georgia are raising concerns about PFAS — commonly known as “forever chemicals” — as evidence continues to show their presence in drinking water supplies, particularly in parts of northwest Georgia near industrial operations. PFAS are a large group of manmade chemicals that have been used for decades in manufacturing and consumer products. Once released, they can […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 12

Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters Building in Washington DC
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Education

Few Georgia schools opt in to EPA-funded lead testing for water pipes

Few Georgia schools opt in to EPA-funded lead testing for water pipes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has offered to pay for schools and childcare facilities to test for lead in their pipes, but many schools in Georgia have been slow to accept the offer. Around 17% of public schools in Georgia have opted in for testing and about 3% of childcare facilities, according to RTI International. Compare that to […]

todayJanuary 28, 2026 24 1

A city landscape during winter.
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Featured

Metro Atlanta warming centers open as freezing temperatures grip region

Metro Atlanta warming centers open as freezing temperatures grip region As temperatures fall below freezing across metro Atlanta, warming centers are opening to provide overnight shelter for people facing dangerous winter conditions. One such center, operated by Tucker First United Methodist Church, began welcoming guests over the weekend ahead of the winter storm. By Monday evening, the facility had already reached capacity as more people sought relief from the cold. […]

todayJanuary 27, 2026 16 1

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Politics

Environmental groups challenge Georgia PSC approval of new Georgia Power gas plants

Environmental groups challenge Georgia PSC approval of new Georgia Power gas plants Environmental groups are urging state utility regulators to reconsider a recent decision they say could raise electric bills and lock Georgia into costly fossil fuel infrastructure for decades. The Sierra Club, the Southern Environmental Law Center and the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy have filed a motion asking the Georgia Public Service Commission to reopen a case approving […]

todayJanuary 27, 2026 61 1

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Health

New report shows Medicaid covers one in five Georgians, nearly half of children

New report shows Medicaid covers one in five Georgians, nearly half of children The Georgia Health Initiative recently released its second annual report that provides insights into Medicaid in Georgia. “As an organization comprised of experts in health policy, communications, community engagement, and philanthropy, the Initiative team is pleased to make available comprehensive resources like Insights in Medicaid in Georgia in service of working with multi-sector partners toward a healthier […]

todayJanuary 21, 2026 4