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Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which […]
Gov. Kemp hosts small business roundtable
Along with other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted small business leaders for a roundtable discussion this week on civil litigation policies impacting the state's business climate and day-to-day affordability for hardworking Georgians. This is the first of three roundtable listening sessions on this topic Governor Kemp announced earlier this month to engage stakeholders from around the state which will ultimately inform policy proposals in the coming legislative session. “A little over a year ago, I announced my intention to work toward common-sense lawsuit reform while still bringing jobs to Georgia and maintaining our position as the No. 1 state for...
Representative Patty Stinson shares plans to reintroduce House Bill 1417
Representative Patty Stinson recently gave an interview on House Bill 1417, which she plans to reintroduce next year. The Bill would allow defendants to present information during a grand jury proceeding. Currently grand juries in Georgia only hear information from the prosecution before deciding whether or not to move a case along. Stinson told how […] The post Representative Patty Stinson shares plans to reintroduce House Bill 1417 appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Partial Road Closure on Magnolia Drive
ALBANY, Ga. – On Monday, August 26, 2024, Magnolia Drive will be partially closed between Gillionville Road and Dawson Road. Traffic may be delayed as crews mill and pave the street. Flagmen will direct traffic on site, and drivers are encouraged to use alternative routes. The limited access will continue until all work is complete.
CPD conducts search warrant at Columbus Animal Care and Control
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Monday morning around 8 a.m. a convoy of more than 10 undercover police cars closed off Columbus Animal Care and Control. Columbus police have confirmed a search warrant is being conducted as part of an ongoing investigation. Councilwoman Toyia Tucker of District 4 spoke with WRBL about the efforts. “This is […]
Man hospitalized after being hit by car driven by juvenile in Pelham
PELHAM, Ga. (WALB) - A man is in the hospital after being struck by a car driven by a juvenile in Pelham. According to police, officers received a call at around 3:20 p.m. on Sunday that a man was hit by a car near Village Package Store on Church Street.
GBI Investigates Unintentional Shooting Involving Three Men in Camilla, Georgia
At the request of the Camilla Police Department, GBI agents are investigating a shooting that occurred in Camilla, GA. On Thursday, August 22, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m., Camilla Police asked for GBI assistance after a shooting involving three men at a mobile home in the 5000 block of Lori Lane. The victims, a 19-year-old and a 22-year-old, were shot by a 19-year-old man. Police responded to a report of the shooting, found the victims, and provided immediate medical care. Both men were later transported from a local hospital to out-of-county hospitals for further treatment of serious injuries.
41-year-old man arrested in S.C. in Augusta woman’s death
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A 41-year-old man was arrested in connection to a 53-year-old woman’s death in Augusta. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says Samuel Howell was arrested on Wednesday in Summerville, S.C. Howell was charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a...
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