Georgia State

The nonprofit Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law this week issued a cease-and-desist order to the Georgia secretary of state’s office, demanding it stop operating a new web form that allows users to cancel voter registrations. The notice, dated Tuesday, follows widespread media reports of flaws in...

Georgia secretary of state receives cease-and-desist for voter un-registration web form

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Republican Gov. Brian Kemp said "the road to the White House is going to run through Georgia." He called Trump's tirade against the governor a "dustup from two or three weeks ago."

Kemp's 2024 message: 'There's no path for former President Trump... to get to 270 without Georgia'

Law & Crime

The DNC filed a lawsuit to undo two rules adopted by three Georgia State Election Board members after former President Donald Trump praised the Republicans by name at rally.
The post ‘That is not the law in Georgia’: Election board sued after Trump-backed ‘pitbulls’ adopt rules that could grind 2024 certification to a halt first appeared on Law & Crime.

'That is not the law in Georgia': Election board sued after Trump-backed 'pitbulls' adopt rules that could grind 2024 certification to a halt

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The Current GA

The nonprofit government watchdog group that sued to overturn votes taken at a Georgia State Election Board meeting earlier this month, held despite warnings from the Georgia Attorney General, says it will continue to monitor the board’s actions after the panel rescinded its earlier vote during a virtual meeting Tuesday afternoon.

Georgia election board walks back rules approved at meeting flagged by state AG

Minneapolis, MN

UPI News

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was transferred to a low-security federal prison in Texas on Tuesday, the federal Bureau of Prisons announced.

Derek Chauvin, ex-cop convicted of killing George Floyd, transferred to another prison after stabbing

In a startling development at the Fulton County Jail, four security officers employed by a contract company have been arrested and terminated following a wide-ranging corruption investigation. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the investigation, which began in May, is ongoing, with more arrests expected. The arrested individuals, all young women, were discovered to have been involved in smuggling contraband items, including cell phones, cigarettes, and even food, into the jail. This report provides a detailed account of the allegations against these former security officers.

Four Female Security Officers Arrested in Fulton County Jail Scandal – Full Story Inside (Video)

Atlanta, GA

Mirko Marweg, one of 2 workers to perish in a plane-tire explosion at a Delta Air Lines maintenance facility at Atlanta's international airport Tuesday, was unrecognizable after the blast ... his son, Andre Coleman, has revealed.

Dead Delta Worker Unrecognizable After Tire Explosion in Atlanta, Son Says

Iowa State

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Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

Florida State

The Independent

 A die-hard Trumper in Florida says he was discriminated against by a right-wing political advocacy group, claiming he was called a “slave” during his 12 days with the organization before it fired him for complaining.Carl Baxter, who is Black, is suing Americans for Prosperity, the nonprofit “grassroots” conservative operation established by Charles and David Koch, the billionaire siblings and hard-line climate change deniers.Baxter serves as president of the Republican Club of North & East Fort Myers, and is not at all shy about his outsized affection for Donald Trump. He can be seen on social media at Trump appearances,...

Black Trump supporter claims he was called a ‘slave’ by right-wing organization he was canvassing for

Spalding County, GA

A jury took less than 15 minutes to convict a man who will now spend the rest of his life in prison for robbing a Dollar General store in Georgia. Jerico Bernard Williams, 24, was convicted on one count of armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault, one count of false imprisonment, and two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in relation to the robbery.

Man gets life in prison for ‘stupid’ Dollar General robbery after jury takes just 15 minutes to convict

Alabama State

Dothan, AL

A mother was shot dead in front of her children who later led police officers to find her dead body. Shannette Yvonne Colbert, 35, was shot dead at her home at the 2700 block of East Cottonwood Road in Dothan, Alabama, on Friday, August 23. Her ex-boyfriend Phillip Lee McAdoo, who is also the father of one of her children, has been charged with capital murder.

Alabama mom shot dead 'by ex' in front of kids as child leads police officer to her body

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This restaurant was praised for its "friendly" vibe, colorful decor and delicious dishes.

Georgia Eatery Crowned The 'Best Mexican Restaurant' In The State

Thomson, GA

The mayor of a town in Georgia is facing felony charges after allegedly illegally stashing a bottle of gin in a ditch for a state prison work crew.

Georgia mayor arrested on felony charges after allegedly storing alcohol in a ditch for inmates

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

South Carolina State

Hilton Head Island, SC

ABC News

Authorities said they have found the body of a Massachusetts man who went missing over a week ago while vacationing with his family in South Carolina.

Body of man who went missing on vacation found under home

iHeartRadio

Workers were changing the plane's tire when it blew up.

Two People Killed After Airplane's Tire Explodes At Atlanta Airport

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Announces 26 Appointments to State Boards

Georgia's landscape of leadership within its state boards, commissions, and authorities is once again shifting as Governor Brian P. Kemp announced a lineup of slots filled...

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Announces 26 Appointments to State Boards

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