Hundreds protested President Donald Trump and his administration at the Georgia Capitol on Wednesday; sheriff’s offices in Georgia slowly ramping up immigration enforcement as mandated by a state law passed last year; and state Senate Democrats look to create a ballot referendum allowing voters to decide on abortion access.
On Tuesday, Rep. Bill Werkheiser (R-Glennville) introduced legislation to the House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee that would provide pretrial proceedings in death penalty cases when the accused has an intellectual disability.
On the Wednesday, Feb. 5 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia sheriff's offices get ready to work with federal immigration law enforcement; the Georgia prosecutor accused of meddling in the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial has her remaining charge dismissed; and the Rockdale County fire chief is stepping down.
At a health expo in Clarkston, workers offering services expressed pride in their efforts to contribute to metro Atlanta’s well-being. But many worried whether moves by newly elected President Donald Trump could hamper their mission.
Georgia was the first state with the death penalty to ban the execution of intellectually disabled defendants. But since, Georgia has at times found itself back under public glare.
New Atlanta Dream star Brittney Griner says her one-year deal was based on more than just positioning herself for a bigger contract when the WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement is expected to take effect in one year.
Her departure comes months after a chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Ga., where cleaning products for swimming pools and spas are produced.
A judge has thrown out a felony indictment against a former Georgia prosecutor, ending her trial on charges that she abused her power to protect the men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery in 2020.
Every day through Feb. 7, two federal and state agencies will focus on a specific step you can take to prepare for tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and more.
The Barrow County School Board is expanding its weapons detection program to middle schools; Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths, a recent report says.
On the Tuesday, Feb. 4 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia business owners react to possible tariffs; the former Georgia prosecutor accused of meddling in the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial has one charge dismissed; and House Speaker Jon Burns introduces new school safety legislation.
If you are a current or former smoker, a one-minute lung scan can save your life by diagnosing lung cancer early. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the latest report from the American Lung Association.
More expectant parents could qualify for home health care support, community health workers could get professional certification, and immigrant doctors could find an easier path to practicing in Georgia under proposals being considered by state legislators.
