Georgia man says controversial malaria drug helped him beat COVID-19

There is no approved treatment for the novel coronavirus sickening tens of thousands of Americans. But, a Rex, Georgia, 67-year-old says a controversial malaria drug helped him fight off complications of COVID-19. It is a drug that comes with both hype and questions.

ICU nurse describes long nights fighting COVID-19

“I’ve never seen a volume like this.” Those are the words of an Atlanta ICU nurse working long shifts to treat COVID-19 patients.

Georgia bar removes over $3,000 worth of bills stapled to walls to give to unemployed staff

As restaurants and bars across the country remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, one bar owner in Georgia is going to extraordinary measures to donate money to her staff.

TMZ: Tyler Perry gives $21K tip to Atlanta restaurant servers

Tyler Perry has been picking up food from the restaurant during the coronavirus pandemic and decided to leave the servers a way more than 20% tip.

Portable sinks being placed around Atlanta so homeless can wash hands

A local non-profit is helping members of the homeless community protect themselves by placing portable washing stations throughout metro Atlanta.

Georgia toddler reunites with mom, Florida police arrest dad after standoff

A Georgia man accused of hurting the mother of his child, killing three members of her family, then kidnapping their 2-year-old son was taken into custody after a 6-hour standoff with Florida police. The toddler has since reunited with his mother. 

Brookhaven couple cancels wedding, donates flowers to cheer people up

A Brookhaven bride who was forced to cancel her wedding due to the coronavirus outbreak is turning her heartbreak into a heartwarming gesture to help others.

Family: 'Dean of the civil rights movement' Rev. Joseph E. Lowery passes away

According to family members, one of Atlanta’s most revered civil rights icons and a lightning rod for community activism has died at the age of 98.

Second CDC employee tests positive for coronavirus

A second Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employee has tested positive for the coronavirus, the agency confirmed Tuesday.

Georgia COVID-19 victim: 'I feel totally restored now'

He was one of the first in Georgia to put a face on the COVID-19 pandemic. Now he says he feels "totally restored."

Principal transforms into superhero for lunch delivery amid COVID-19 outbreak

A Gwinnett County principal transformed into a superhero this week as his school made sure students who normally rely on free meals or reduced lunches don't go hungry amid the coronavirus outbreak. 

Atlanta mayor signs executive order limiting restaurants to take-out, closing bars and gyms

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced Thursday that she has signed an executive order limiting restaurants to take out service, closing bars, gyms, and other areas of gathering.

Shaquille O'Neal crashes Georgia first graders' video chat

Shaquille O'Neal surprised a Georgia first grade class' video chat. The students are participating in online learning due to the coronavirus.