Georgia
The latest Georgia coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our News section.
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Trump funding freeze puts $1 billion investment in Georgia grid on ice
At least $1 billion in projects intended to modernize Georgia's power grid remain in limbo as President Donald Trump seeks to halt congressionally approved funding for infrastructure and climate projects, according to business, state, nonprofit and education officials.

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Adulterated onions, improper food temperatures: Chattanooga area restaurant inspection reports for week ending Feb. 4, 2025
The Hamilton County, Catoosa County and Walker County health departments inspect food service establishments twice a year, grading them on a 100-point scale.
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Waffle House places surcharge on eggs as bird flu fallout hits consumers, businesses
The rising cost of eggs has been hitting consumers in the pocketbook, and now it's driving up costs for some businesses — with Waffle House announcing a temporary change to its prices.

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Independent pharmacies know their communities. But many are struggling to stay open.
Rural and underserved communities suffer higher rates of chronic health conditions, making pharmacies a lifeline.

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Handful of rural Georgia Republicans join Democrats to give full Medicaid expansion another go
A handful of Senate Republicans from rural Georgia have signed onto a new bipartisan attempt to fully expand Medicaid through a conservative-friendly option that gained traction last year after a decade of firm GOP resistance.

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Lane closures start Sunday on I-75, I-24 for barrier relocation
Work to prep for traffic shift next weekend

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Case against Georgia railroad company could set precedent for controversial power
A potentially precedent-setting legal battle aims to decide whether a railroad can use eminent domain in one of Georgia's poorest counties to build a rail spur to serve private businesses.

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Apartments now available for Conasauga Accountability Court participants
The Conasauga Accountability Courts hopes program participants can find stability through temporary housing while they work on education, mental health and substance abuse recovery.

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Thousands ring in Lunar New Year at Stone Mountain
Thousands braved the cold Saturday evening at Stone Mountain to ring in the Lunar New Year with dragon dance performances, Asian food trucks and an educational drone and light show.
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How will the Georgia legislature impose lawsuit award limits?
A 2024 insurance commissioner’s report offers clues
