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‘People need to hear from the doctors.’ Georgia OBGYNs attack state’s abortion law
Republican Gov. Brian Kemp steered the “heartbeat bill” through the GOP-controlled General Assembly in 2019, prohibiting most abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be detected, typically about six weeks into a pregnancy.
Judge approves referendum sought by slave descendants to challenge rezoning of island community
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — A judge on Tuesday approved a referendum sought by residents of one of the South’s last remaining Gullah-Geechee communities of slave descendants, ordering an Oct. 1 special election on whether to overturn zoning changes that Black residents see as a threat to an island enclave founded by enslaved ancestors.
Back-to-school drives happening in the Big Bend, South Georgia
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - With students and teachers returning to school soon, several Big Bend and South Georgia communities are holding drives to help prepare them for the 2024-2025 school year. Below is a list of back-to-school events and drives that are scheduled to take place in the local areas....
Trump critic: ‘Civil war’ reference at Vance rally ‘par for the course’
Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (R) said Tuesday that the comments by a state lawmaker suggesting a “civil war” woud be needed to save the country if Republicans lose this year’s elections are typical of supporters of former President Trump. “Well, it’s par for the course,” Duncan said on “CNN This Morning” to anchor…
Ga., S.C. state agencies compete in Best Looking Cruiser contest
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s that time of year again - when each of the 50 state highway patrol agencies go head-to-head for a chance to be in the Best Looking Cruiser calendar. In the coming weeks, drivers can expect traffic changes as crews begin to work on the...
Missing in Georgia: Authorities searching for 15-year-old girl who disappeared
WINDER, Ga. — Above video: Your Tuesday headlines. Authorities in Georgia need your help finding a missing teenage girl. Gabriella Pinkerton, 15, was last seen at her home in Winder on Sunday, July 21. She is described as 5 feet 3 inches and about 145 pounds. Gabriella was last...
Legislators proposed over 2,000 bills this year. How did new laws affect Black Georgians?
The Georgia Legislative Review, produced and edited by faculty at Clark Atlanta University’s Du Bois Center for Public Policy, reviews new legislation from the statehouse and assesses its impact on Black Georgians.
Two Georgia Lottery Players Won Almost $230,000 in Fantasy 5
Two lucky Georgia lottery players scored $229,438 each in the July 20 Fantasy 5 drawing. One ticket was purchased at Conyers Food Mart, the other online. 🎉 Why It Matters: These wins show that whether you play at a store or online, your chances are real. The Georgia Lottery continues to generate excitement and winnings for its players.
Deadline to register to vote in Georgia's General Election
ATLANTA — Georgians have until Oct. 7 to register for the general election. Anyone who has not registered can do so online through the secretary of state's office if they have a valid Georgia driver's license or state-issued identification card. People can check to see if they are registered...
Perry Horseshoe Club hosts 32 pitchers for Perry World Warmup
PERRY — Though there was a little rain, it couldn’t dampen the spirits of those gathered for the Perry World Warmup on Saturday. In a precursor to the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association World Tournament in August, 32 pitchers competed for cash and patches. Here are the results:. 30ft...
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