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Revenues up compared to the same month last year, but still down for the year overall.
The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in June approached a total of $3.03 billion, for an increase of $185.4 million or 6.5 percent compared to FY 2023, when net tax collections totaled $2.84 billion for the month. - State News
While President Joe Biden is facing pressure to drop out of the 2024 presidential race, in key swing states like Georgia it could be a rocky road to another candidate.
While President Joe Biden is facing pressure to drop out of the 2024 presidential race, in key swing states like Georgia it could be a rocky road to another candidate. - 2024 Elections
An audit focused on identifying non-citizens who may have registered to vote is underway by the Georgia Secretary of State's office.
An audit focused on identifying non-citizens who may have registered to vote is underway by the Georgia Secretary of State's office. - State Politics
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation Georgia lawmakers championed that would create an ombudsman to probe the health and safety of those working or incarcerated in a federal prison.
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation Georgia lawmakers championed that would create an ombudsman to probe the health and safety of those working or incarcerated in a federal prison. - National Politics
Georgians who turn to some state agencies' call centers for help cannot always reach representatives and sometimes face long waits when the departments are experiencing high call volumes.
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Georgians who turn to some state agencies' call centers for help cannot always reach representatives and sometimes face long waits when the departments are experiencing high call volumes. - State News
The Georgia Secretary of State's office said in response to a new state audit that it is trying to "navigate outdated bureaucratic policies."
The Georgia Secretary of State's office said in response to a new state audit that it is trying to "navigate outdated bureaucratic policies." - State News
Defense attorneys appeared in Bulloch County Superior Court Tuesday to ask a judge to enforce a plea agreement that was rescinded by the district attorney’s office days after the May 21 election.
Defense attorneys appeared in Bulloch County Superior Court Tuesday to ask a judge to enforce a plea agreement that was rescinded by the district attorney’s office days after the May 21 election. - Bulloch Local News
An ethics complaint filed against a Guyton city councilman ahead of the June 18th runoff election was heard before the city's ethics committee Tuesday.
The substance of the hearing was largely overshadowed by disorder, yelling, personal insults, and irrelevant information prompting the intervention of the Guyton Police Department.
An ethics complaint filed against a Guyton city councilman ahead of the June 18th runoff election was heard before the city's ethics committee Tuesday. - South Georgia Local Government
The State Court Judge in Effingham County is facing a lawsuit from a former employee of the court.
The State Court Judge in Effingham County is facing a lawsuit from a former employee of the court. - South Georgia Local Government
The top prosecutor of crimes in the four county region has once again failed to comply with state laws on campaign finances.
The top prosecutor of crimes in the four county region has failed to comply with state laws on campaign finances. - Bulloch Local Government
The recent series of water main breaks in Atlanta garnered national headlines, particularly after reports emerged that some of the failed pipes were at least 100 years old.
The recent series of water main breaks in Atlanta garnered national headlines, particularly after reports emerged that some of the failed pipes were at least 100 years old. - State News
Georgia ranked among the states that experienced the most cybercrime losses, which cost the state roughly $300 million in 2023.
Georgia ranked among the states that experienced the most cybercrime losses, which cost the state roughly $300 million in 2023. - Crime & Safety
Georgia has joined the suit in support of Virginia along with 14 other states.
Georgia has joined the suit in support of Virginia along with 14 other states. - National Politics
FEMA's Shelter and Services Program is another indicator of the growing impact of the arrival of millions of foreign nationals in the U.S.
FEMA's Shelter and Services Program is another indicator of the growing impact of the arrival of millions of foreign nationals in the U.S. - National Politics
Signs of weakness are showing up everywhere.
Signs of weakness are showing up everywhere. - National News
Georgia's Secretary of State's office should take additional action to ensure it meets federal reporting and inventory requirements tied to federal election grants.
That's what a recent audit says about the state's office.
Georgia's Secretary of State's office should take additional action to ensure it meets federal reporting and inventory requirements tied to federal election grants. That's what a recent audit says about the state's office. - State Politics
In Ep. 326 of the Let Me Tell You Why You're Wrong Podcast, Ken and Dave discuss Trump’s immunity case, the squad losing a member, Biden’s allies turning on him, Georgia’s fresh new laws, beware of chicken in the air, Prince Harry, and why you should wear your seatbelt.
In Ep. 326, Ken and Dave discuss Trump’s immunity case, the squad losing a member, Biden’s allies turning on him, Georgia’s fresh new laws, beware of - Let Me Tell You Why You're Wrong
A medical malpractice lawsuit against a Georgia hospital can move forward after a decision by the Georgia Supreme Court.
A medical malpractice lawsuit against a Georgia hospital can move forward after a decision by the Georgia Supreme Court. - Courts
The new laws mean Georgia will forfeit roughly $660 million in revenue for the 2024 calendar year.
The good news for taxpayers is the new laws are retroactive back to January 1 of this year.
The new laws mean Georgia will forfeit roughly $660 million in revenue for the 2024 calendar year. - State News
Georgians looking to crack open a cold one may be chilled to learn that the state ranks among the states with the highest tax on beer.
Georgians looking to crack open a cold one may be chilled to learn that the state ranks among the states with the highest tax on beer. - State Politics
Semiconductors, or microchips, are the backbone of the modern global economy as they are vital to telecommunications and other industries, and now the U.S. is taking steps to avoid Chinese dominance in the sector.
Semiconductors, or microchips, are the backbone of the modern global economy as they are vital to telecommunications and other industries, and now the U.S. is taking steps to avoid Chinese dominance in the sector. - National Politics
Political advertising in Georgia for the 2024 presidential election is predicted to reach $244 million, third-highest in the nation.
Political advertising in Georgia for the 2024 presidential election is predicted to reach $244 million, third-highest in the nation. - 2024 Elections
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"No matter how you look at it, Act 564 violates federal law and the Constitution's Supremacy Clause, smothering Georgia's thriving businesses with red tape," one advocate said.
"No matter how you look at it, Act 564 violates federal law and the Constitution's Supremacy Clause, smothering Georgia's thriving businesses with red tape," one advocate said. - State Politics
A federal judge has halted part of a new state law barring charitable bail from taking effect while a legal challenge proceeds.
A federal judge has halted part of a new state law barring charitable bail from taking effect while a legal challenge proceeds. - State Politics
DID YOU KNOW: In addition to feeding on common garden pests and acting as pollinators, fireflies hold economic value as eager nature lovers seeking a natural light display can boost eco-tourism.
Also - Today is World Firefly Day.
DID YOU KNOW: In addition to feeding on common garden pests and acting as pollinators, fireflies hold economic value as eager nature lovers seeking a natural light display can boost eco-tourism. - State News
In Ep. 325, Ken and Dave discuss the debate, the still angry Geoff Duncan, Michelle Obama, permits for planters, Julian Assange, and SCOTUS.
In Ep. 325, Ken and Dave discuss the debate, the still angry Geoff Duncan, Michelle Obama, permits for planters, Julian Assange, and SCOTUS. LISTEN - Let Me Tell You Why You're Wrong
He robbed 2 banks in southeast Georgia in 2023 and served time for robbing 7 banks in Texas in 2009.
He's also awaiting adjudication on bank robbery charges in Texas stemming from 2023.
A Georgia man with multiple bank robbery convictions has been sentenced to federal prison for the second time. - South Georgia Crime & Safety
On Friday, the Georgia Court of Appeals issued a ruling in a case involving a domestic violence victim sentenced to prison in the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit.
On Friday, the Georgia Court of Appeals issued a ruling in a case involving a domestic violence victim sentenced to prison in the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit. - Bulloch Local News
A 16-year-old has been charged in the shooting death of a 14-year-old.
A 16-year-old has been charged in the shooting death of a 14-year-old. - South Georgia Crime & Safety
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The Atlanta Police Department has released an edited clip of the arrest of Douglas County Probate Judge Christina Peterson. She was arrested in the early hours of June 20th, accused of punching a police officer following an altercation at a nightclub. WARNING: ⚠️ Video contains explicit language
Join us as we chat with Jason Bragg, candidate for re-election as Effingham County Clerk of Superior Court. Discussion includes: advancement in the office over the last 4 years, the financial position of the office, and plans for his next term, if re-elected. This race will appear on the Republican ballot. Election Day is May 21st. Early voting runs through May 17th.
Join us as we chat with Melissa M. Calhoun For State Court Judge, candidate for Effingham County State Court Judge. Hear about her campaign platform, why she's challenging an incumbent, her position on truancy, the move to privatized probation, and more. The race is nonpartisan and will appear on all ballots. Election Day is May 21st. Early Voting runs April 29-May 17, 2024.
Join us as we chat with Steve Yekel for State Court Judge, Effingham County , who is running for re-election in Effingham County as State Court Judge. Hear about his tenure since 2022 as well as his policies in the courtroom, his approach to domestic violence issues, speeding cases, and DUIs - among other things. Also discussed: working with the state court solicitor, creating a court that 'everyone can be proud of,' and why he would like another term in office. The race is nonpartisan and will appear on all ballots. Election Day is May 21st. Early Voting runs April 29-May 17, 2024.
Georgia Water Council Meeting on 2 new wells in Bulloch County to accomodate growth in region. Begins at 6pm
In this TGV Most Wanted, a man wanted for murder in the death of his girlfriend and a roofing contractor wanted on 6+ felony warrants for swindling hurricane victims. Brought to you by Femac Security Solutions
"Was my child afraid? Did he feel pain as the bullets ripped through his skin?” Rep. Lucy McBath recently addressed the House Judiciary Committee on the 'Protect Our Kids Act' currently under consideration by Congress. Her remarks:
Video shows Troopers PIT Street Racers to Halt Pursuit Over 43 weekend crime suppression and criminal street racing details in Atlanta, the multi-agency effort reports the following stats for the unit since April 2021: 🚘Vehicle Stops – 20,957 🥃DUIs – 536 ⚠️Reckless Driving – 392 🚩Citations/Arrests – 14,253 📣Warnings – 16,596 🚨Pursuits – 523 🏃🏼Wanted Persons – 411 🔫Stolen Weapons – 129 🔪Recovered Weapons – 188 🚖Impounded Vehicles – 1,177 🛺Stolen Vehicles recovered – 296 🥬Drug Arrests – 198 👤Murder Suspects – 25 💰Stolen Recovered Vehicle Value: $6,275,000.00 [🎥Video: Atlanta Police Department]
#MostWanted - Christopher Burns is wanted for defrauding a number of victims out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. He hasn't been seen since 9/24/2020 - the day before he was supposed to turn over his business documents to the Securities & Exchange Commission. [Femac Security Solutions]
[UPDATE 1/13/22] - U.S. Marshals Service has increased the reward to $10,000. STATEWIDE ALERT: A $5,000 reward from the U.S. Marshals Service is being offered for information leading to Henderson's arrest. 🔊for details: More info on Henderson: https://bit.ly/3rbyItc
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