Emma Auer
Producer: Athens News Matters-
Over the past nine years, the University of Georgia has dedicated $25 million to public safety. Recently, UGA President Jere Morehead announced the latest round of funding for security, which totaled $1.7 million. -
According to some Athens medical professionals specializing in menopause, this life change has been ignored by the public and medical community for long enough. -
This week on the Georgia Health Report, we’ll discuss a growing trend of families exempting their school-aged children from state-mandated vaccinations. -
At a meeting Tuesday night, Commissioners got into an at times personal debate about a resolution to improve the prosperity of Black people and people of color in Athens-Clarke County. -
Today on Athens News Matters, a local activist on the steps nonprofits are taking in the face of mass deportations. Plus, the influences behind two Athens musicians who will be featured in a Black History Month celebration.
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On February 8th at 9 pm, Athfactor-Liberty Entertainment will present Hip-Hop Canvas: Beats, Art and Fashion, highlighting Black musicians, artists, and poets. -
In his first week as president, Donald Trump signed an Executive Order calling for the removal of all people without legal status in the US. Activists in Athens are not standing by. -
This week on the Georgia Health report, we’ll discuss two programs that may expand access to healthcare in Georgia this year--the community health worker initiative and home health visits for new parents.
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The federal government may expand murder victims’ rights this legislative session. -
During the month of January, Clarke County School District celebrated a number of accomplishments. Several schools showed significant improvement in math scores, which led to a visit from State Superintendent Richard Woods.
