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Project 2025 is a ‘Sledgehammer to Democracy’, says Georgia lawmakers
U.S. Representative Hank Johnson, Georgia State Senator Sonya Halpern, and State Representative Derrick Jackson held a press conference in Atlanta during the Republican National Convention to highlight Donald Trump’s Project 2025 agenda and its dangerous implications for Georgians, from women’s reproductive rights to Social Security and Medicare, and our democracy. What is Project 2025 and […] The post Project 2025 is a ‘Sledgehammer to Democracy’, says Georgia lawmakers appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Georgia Secretary of State pushes for more veterans to work in polling places
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — About 6,000 veterans have signed up to work at voter polling places across the state of Georgia. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and Vet the Vote Director Daniel Vallone are hoping to expand that number. The Georgia Secretary of State’s Office is working with Vet the Vote – a national […]
GBI Investigating Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Alto, Banks County Involving Two Georgia Residents
Details emerge as the Georgia Bureau of Investigation delves into the tragic officer-involved shooting in Alto, Banks County which resulted in the deaths of two Georgia residents – Joshua Everett Emmett, 45, of Alto, and Meagan Victoria Feaster, 33, of Forsyth, as reported by the GBI. The incident unfolded early in the day and no officers were reported injured during the event.
Commissioners seem supportive of new west side development
Athens-Clarke County commissioners seemed largely supportive on Tuesday of a proposal that would bring 227 new single-family homes to the county’s west side. The new subdivision, if approved, would be built near Cleveland Road and close to the Caterpillar plant. It would also incorporate a modest amount of commercial space.
Gwinnett County Firefighters Respond to Two House Fires on July 17th
On Wednesday, July 17th, Gwinnett County firefighters responded to two house fires within hours of each other. The first fire occurred around 1:19 p.m. at a residence on the 4800 block of Bill Cheek Road in Auburn. The Ring Security System alerted the occupants to a fire in the garage. All residents and pets safely evacuated before firefighters arrived and quickly extinguished the blaze. The fire, which originated in the garage, is under investigation.
Atlanta launches $10M property tax relief program for senior homeowners
ATLANTA - The city of Atlanta has launched a $10 million tax relief program for senior homeowners burdened by rising property taxes. The new program is called the Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund and is a partnership between the city and Invest Atlanta. Two hundred participants will be selected randomly from...
U.S. Sec. of Education Miguel Cardona touts student debt relief, HBCU funding during Atlanta visit
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona was in Atlanta Wednesday, meeting with the heads of several of the state’s historically Black colleges and universities. He also spoke with students who’ve recently benefited from debt relief from the Biden administration, and met with others to learn more about how to support women of color in higher […] The post U.S. Sec. of Education Miguel Cardona touts student debt relief, HBCU funding during Atlanta visit appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Fairburn-Gordon Apartments will not be demolished despite living conditions, complaints
ATLANTA - The owner of the Fairburn-Gordon Apartments in Atlanta's Adamsville neighborhood says the complex will not be torn down despite what residents have described as horrible living conditions. A status hearing in Atlanta Municipal Court on Thursday determined A&B Apartments, LLC had made enough progress towards improvements to the...
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta keeps its title as world’s busiest airport
In what is likely not a surprise, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport was named the world’s busiest airport again. Officials said it was proof the Atlanta airport was still a “key hub for connecting travelers worldwide.”
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