Federal prosecutors file suit against Brunswick for attempts to …
Dec 17, 2024 · The court filing seeks an injunction against the city and its attempts to close the shelter. “Federal law protects the right of religious groups such as The Well to use their land to help others,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division in a press release.
Georgia dismissed all members of Maternal Mortality Committee …
Nov 21, 2024 · ProPublica reported in September on the deaths of Amber Thurman and Candi Miller, which the state maternal mortality review committee had determined were preventable.They were the first reported cases of women who died without access to care restricted by a state abortion ban, and they unleashed a torrent of outrage over the fatal consequences of such laws.
Midway budget vote on hold until Dec. 16 as fire talks continue
Dec 11, 2024 · Midway’s city council voted Dec. 9 to delay final approval of the 2025 budget to Dec. 16 while it continues negotiations with the Liberty County Board of Commissioners about whether Midway will contract with the county for full fire services within the city limits.
Labor commissioner Thompson dies at age 59 - The Current
Nov 25, 2024 · ATLANTA – Georgia Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson died Sunday at the age of 59, eight months after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
St. Marys Riverkeeper looks to nature for solutions to climate …
Dec 10, 2024 · At about 130 miles long, the St. Marys River is small enough that it’s a perfect laboratory to address the impacts of climate change across its watershed.
Mining company vows to forge ahead when permitted despite …
Dec 6, 2024 · Proposal is for a “minor expansion” of the refuge’s existing boundaries to bolster protections of the unspoiled freshwater wetland system and wildlife habitats found in the largest blackwater swamp in North America.
Breaking down a Georgia Power bill - The Current
Sep 3, 2024 · Carolyn Yeago couldn’t figure it out. The Atlanta resident is a biomedical scientist, and no stranger to complex problems. But one thing she didn’t know how to calculate was her Georgia Power bill.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to be nominated for …
Dec 20, 2024 · Our newsletters uncover the insights you need to understand the issues facing Coastal Georgia—delivered to your inbox five times a week. Sign up The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a step closer to becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the U.S. Department of the Interior announced ...
Three new sheriffs elected in Coastal Georgia as voters seek change
Nov 6, 2024 · Correction at 12:28 p.m., Nov. 7, 2024: Coleman is not a first-time candidate.He ran for sheriff against Al St. Lawrence in 2004. Three first-time or non-incumbent candidates for sheriff in Coastal Georgia won these powerful law enforcement posts, as voters chose change and reform in these positions that control jails and solve crimes within county lines.