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Decision Delayed on Inquest in Kendrick Johnson Death

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:48:10 GMT

Attorneys say a Georgia Superior Court judge told them he wants to know what federal authorities discover before deciding whether to order a coroner's inquest into the death of a Valdosta teenager found inside a rolled-up wrestling mat at school.

Ga. Department of Labor Hosts Veterans' Job Fair

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:47:56 GMT

The Georgia Department of Labor is planning to host a career fair to connect veterans with employers.

State Approves $45M Investment in Water Projects

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:40:26 GMT

Gov. Nathan Deal's administration won permission to spend $45 million on water projects, including three reservoirs it contends could help alleviate a tri-state water dispute.

Quartz Manufacturing Company to Build Plant in Ga.

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:39:04 GMT

A company that manufactures quartz countertops is planning to build a facility in Bryan County and create 180 jobs.

Macy's at Lenox Square to Use Fake Christmas Tree

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:02:15 GMT

The Great Tree will be on display from Thursday, Nov. 28 through Jan. 1, 2014.

Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed Re-Elected to Second Term

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 00:55:38 GMT

Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has been elected to a second term, defeating three little-known challengers as he continues to raise his profile overseeing a key city in the South.

Jimmy Carter Celebrates Program to End Trachoma Disease

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 00:35:50 GMT

Former President Jimmy Carter and Pfizer Inc. are celebrating the 15th anniversary of an initiative focused on eliminating an infectious eye disease known to cause blindness in people living in developing nations.

21 Arrested in Coastal Ga. Prostitution Probe

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 00:34:18 GMT

Police in coastal Georgia say a two-day operation led to seven women being arrested for prostitution and 13 men being arrested for pandering.

December Runoffs Set for Ga. House Seats

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 00:30:47 GMT

Brian Prince, a retired veteran, is headed for a runoff with former municipal worker Diane Evans to represent District 127 in the Georgia state House.

Voters Cast Ballots in Atlanta Mayoral Race

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 16:46:34 GMT

Voters in Atlanta are deciding whether to re-elect Mayor Kasim Reed, who faces challengers Al Bartell, Fraser Duke and Glenn Wrightson.

Bear Sighting Prompts School Lockdowns in Hall County

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 16:41:03 GMT

Hall County school officials say a bear sighting has prompted lockdowns at three schools in northwest Georgia.

Ga. Airman Sentenced on Child Porn Charges

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 16:39:13 GMT

Federal prosecutors say a Moody Air Force Base airman has been sentenced to nine years in prison on child pornography possession charges.

State, Farmers Battle Over Vidalia Onions

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 12:20:21 GMT

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black has imposed new regulations on when the vegetables can be packed.

Emory Student Reports Rape at Fraternity House

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 12:17:56 GMT

The student reported that the crime happened at the house belonging to the Gamma Upsilon chapter of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity.

Lawsuit Targets Georgia's 'Stand Your Ground' Law

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 09:41:56 GMT

Georgia's law says a person is justified in threatening or using force if he believes it is necessary to protect himself or another person.

Georgia Tops Magazine Ranking for Business Climate

Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:21:48 GMT

Georgia has been selected by a national trade publication as the top state in the country to do business.

Man Arrested in North Georgia Gas Station Fire

Mon, 04 Nov 2013 15:21:35 GMT

Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens says a Clarksville man accused in a gas station fire that injured his wife is being held in the Habersham County Jail.

DHS Offering Help With Winter Heating Bills

Mon, 04 Nov 2013 10:49:27 GMT

Georgia DHS officials say residents age 65 and older who are homebound may apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program until Dec. 1. Other eligible families may begin applying for assistance on Dec. 1.

In Rome, Cheers for Their Shutdown Congressman

Mon, 04 Nov 2013 10:49:02 GMT

U.S. Rep. Tom Graves of Georgia has doubled down on his criticism of President Barack Obama's health care law and his role in the partial government shutdown earlier this month.

Atlanta Mayor Seeks 2nd Term in Tuesday's Election

Mon, 04 Nov 2013 10:44:15 GMT

Voters in Atlanta head to the polls Tuesday to decide whether to re-elect Mayor Kasim Reed.