Georgia holds first execution in more than four years
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by Martin Matheny, Emma Auer, Alexia Ridley, Jeff Dantre
1M ago
Willie James Pye was executed last night — Planning Commission proposal could cause friction with ACC commissioners — state lawmakers pass union bill — Georgia Senators move ahead with vouchers — Sheriff's Office to hold self-defense classes ..read more
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East side residents show up to oppose possible Green Acres development
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre, Alexia Ridley
1M ago
Most public comment was against the proposal — Georgia set to hold its first execution in four years tonight — UGA to host Nobel Laureate ..read more
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Defense attorneys in Riley murder case ask for jury trial
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre, Emma Auer, Mary Howarth
1M ago
Public defenders representing accused murderer file several motions — ACC could buy new fire trucks — state lawmakers hear testimony on controversial library bill — Avid Bookshop files suit against Gwinnett jail ..read more
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Federal dollars head to Athens for road improvements
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre, Alexia Ridley
1M ago
$800K in federal money will go towards changes to Hawthorne, Alps, and Oglethorpe — ACC seeks input on future land use — GBI investigates death at Clarke County Jail ..read more
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Biden, Trump romp to victory in Georgia primaries
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre
1M ago
Biden picks up 95% of the vote, while Trump gets 84.5% — ACC commissioners talk traffic lights — Athens Tech waives application fees — GA House committee takes up sports betting bill ..read more
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Suspect in custody in murder of Athens toddler
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by Martin Matheny, Alexia Ridley, Jeff Dantre
1M ago
One suspect is in custody for the Friday afternoon shooting, two others are being sought — some Athens-Clarke County commission races will see competition — all GA US Representatives face competition ..read more
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Athens mayor proposes over $500K in new public safety funding
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre, Kate Regan
2M ago
Protesters disrupt press conference with calls for Girtz's resignation — Kemp to sign midyear budget — proposed bills face key legislative hurdle — state's economic forecast — two Clarke County schools receive AP honors ..read more
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Kemp blasts Biden administration in Athens speech
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by Martin Matheny, Emma Auer, Alexia Ridley, Jeff Dantre
2M ago
Georgia governor blames White House for lax immigration policies — hundreds gather to remember UGA students — General Assembly passes midyear budget ..read more
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Feds say accused murderer entered US unlawfully
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by Martin Matheny, Jeff Dantre
2M ago
Authorities say that Jose Antonio Ibarra crossed southern border in 2022 — Governor and First Lady to visit Athens this morning — lawmakers to hammer out budget details today ..read more
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Investigation continues in death of former UGA student
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by Martin Matheny, Alexia Ridley, Jeff Dantre, Kate Regan
2M ago
GBI and ACCPD join UGA Police in investigation of body found near lake Herrick — Georgia Senate passes midyear budget — early voting turnout low in Athens-Clarke County ..read more
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