Georgia Today

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Ga. braces for winter weather; Trial begins for former prosecutor; Savannah curfew Jan 21, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Tuesday, Jan. 21 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia braces for winter weather across the state; the trial begins for the former Georgia prosecutor accused of meddling in the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial; and Savannah prepares for a curfew on late-night walking tours.

Atlanta mayor on upcoming Trump inauguration; New health insurance marketplace Jan 17, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Jan. 17 edition of Georgia Today: Mixed reactions from Georgia politicians ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday; state officials address potential problems with Georgia's new health insurance marketplace rollout; and the revival of an Atlanta Symphony Orchestra concert tradition will commemorate Martin Luther King Day.

Senator arrested at Capitol; Firearm seizure at Ga. airports; Temp. protective orders Jan 16, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Thursday, Jan. 16 edition of Georgia Today: A Georgia state senator is arrested at the state capitol; the TSA says about 500 firearms were seized at Georgia airports last year; And protective orders are meant to shield survivors of domestic violence from further abuse, but many who start the process of getting one change their minds.

Abrams-founded voter advocacy groups fined; Flu and COVID rising; RIP Nathalie Dupree Jan 15, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Wednesday, Jan. 15 edition of Georgia Today: Two voter advocacy groups founded by Stacey Abrams get hit with massive fines; flu and COVID cases are quickly rising; and Southern cookbook author Nathalie Dupree has died.

Willis investigation reopened; New tariffs for Savannah; Run the Jewels book author Jan 14, 2025

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On the Tuesday, Jan. 14 edition of Georgia Today: State senators authorize an investigation into Fulton County DA Fani Willis; importers in Savannah brace themselves for new tariffs; and a new book profiles the rise of iconic rap duo Run the Jewels.

Legislative session begins; Savannah historic preservation; Giuliani held in contempt Jan 13, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Monday, Jan. 13 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia's 2025 legislative session gets underway. Savannah asks the public to help identify more historic buildings. And former Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani is found in contempt of court.

Georgia Today: Snow; Barrow schools' new security measures; Kemp recommends more prison funding Jan 10, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Friday, Jan. 10 edition of Georgia Today: Barrow County Schools take new security measures after last year's deadly shooting; Gov. Brian Kemp recommends more funding to strengthen Georgia prisons; And Georgians wake up to a rare blanket of snow.

Wintry weather approaches Georgia; Jimmy Carter funeral services conclude in Plains Jan 09, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Thursday, Jan. 9 edition of Georgia Today: Gov. Brian Kemp issues a state of emergency as wintry weather approaches Georgia; House Speaker Jon Burns looks ahead to this year's legislative session; and six days of funeral services for Jimmy Carter conclude in his hometown of Plains.

Barrow school board meeting; Wintry mix expected in Ga.; Carter and the environment Jan 08, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Wednesday, Jan. 8 edition of Georgia Today: Four months after a deadly shooting, students and parents at Appalachee High School demand security improvements; Georgians prepare for snow, sleet and ice over the weekend; and a look at the environmental contributions of the late former President Jimmy Carter.

House passes Laken Riley act; Ted Turner hospitalized; Ga. prepares for wintry mix Jan 07, 2025

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LISTEN: On the Tuesday, Jan. 7 edition of Georgia Today: U.S. House passes the Laken Riley Act; Ted Turner is hospitalized for pneumonia; and Georgia prepares for snow and ice.

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