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Kemp signs public safety, law enforcement bills in Georgia
6+ hour, 36+ min ago (301+ words) FORSYTH, Georgia (41 NBC/WMGT) " Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed several bills Wednesday supporting law enforcement. One of those is House Bill 1128, which allows for a one-time reopening of the application window for officers who have sustained brain injuries, to reapply…...
Georgia officials knew chemicals from carpet mills were polluting local water. The people did not
15+ hour, 7+ min ago (1717+ words) Waiting for her were pitchers of sweet tea, which her family brewed using tap water. "Your family's going through a gallon every day or two, and it's cheap," Bost said. "But it comes from the faucet." As a parent, Bost…...
Augusta mayor candidate: Steven Kendrick
13+ hour, 56+ min ago (373+ words) AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Steven Kendrick is running for mayor again, saying Augusta needs different leadership and pointing to his record as tax commissioner as proof he can deliver results. Kendrick ran for mayor in 2022 and lost in a runoff…...
What legislation did Georgia Gov. Kemp sign into law on May 6? Here's what to know
8+ hour, 30+ min ago (348+ words) MACON, Ga. " Gov. Kemp signed'multiple bills into law on Wednesday at the Georgia Public Safety Center in Forsyth. He signed 11 pieces of legislation to support law enforcement and 10 that will protect Georgia agriculture and natural resources. Here's a look at…...
Georgia's changing climate boosts mosquito populations - AOL
12+ hour, 8+ min ago (490+ words) Extreme weather events, such as intense, prolonged drought linked to climate change, can increase mosquito populations in Georgia. And scientists warn that warming temperatures are driving north the mosquito breeds typically associated with environments south of the equator. "Mosquito larvae…...
Augusta Breaks Ground on New Canal Bridge, Trailhead at Riverwatch
15+ hour, 58+ min ago (209+ words) AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) " City leaders and community partners broke ground Wednesday on a new pedestrian bridge and trailhead along the Augusta Canal, marking a major step toward expanding outdoor access in the area. The project, known as the Village at…...
Corn Pop" free speech court case prompts review of Augusta schools public comment policy
17+ hour, 52+ min ago (498+ words) The Augusta Board of Education will soon consider approving a new public comment policy to align with a federal court ruling last week that held some parts of the board's rules likely violate the First Amendment. U. S. District Judge Stacey D. Neumann…...
Dr. Lori Myles talks about her run for Augusta's top office
23+ hour, 58+ min ago (182+ words) AOL. com AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) We continue to hear from Augusta's candidates for mayor on The Means Report. Watch our interview with longtime educator Dr. Lori Myles. She talks about her plans if elected. Be sure to join us each…...
Midwives say Georgia is sidelining them in maternal mortality fight
14+ hour, 22+ min ago (1407+ words) As Georgia continues to grapple with one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the nation, a new lawsuit claims lawmakers are sidelining a vital resource: midwives. Three midwives who face financial barriers or outright bans on practicing in Georgia…...
North Augusta meets to discuss plutonium pit production at SRS
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (115+ words) AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) " North Augusta officials held a meeting on plans tied to renewed plutonium pit production at Savannah River Site on Tuesday. The discussion focused on a draft environmental impact statement. If the plan goes through, the SRS pit…...