Laken Riley Act: Immigration bill named for murdered student passed by House
In a significant move today, the United States House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved H.R. 7511, known as the Laken Riley Act.
Laken Riley's parents decline invite to State of the Union by Rep. Mike Collins
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins said he will be leaving his guest seat at the State of the Union vacant in honor of Laken Riley, the 22-year-old college student who was killed on the University of Georgia's campus.
Brother of Laken Riley murder suspect has ties to Venezuela crime gang, prosecutors say
The brother of the man accused of murdering nursing student Laken Riley may have ties to a violent organized crime gang based in Venezuela, a new court filing alleges.
Elon Musk slams MacKenzie Scott for donating billions to charities
The Space X founder is taking issue with MacKenzie Scott’s philanthropy and the causes she’s giving money to.
Clarke County sheriff clarifies policy on handling undocumented arrestees/inmates
Sheriff John Q. Williams and the Clarke County Sheriff's Office have released information about their procedures for processing undocumented arrestees/inmates in response to the "ongoing speculation" following the murder of Athens University nursing student Laken Riley on the University of Georgia campus.
Fulton County DA Fani Willis: Board of Ethics will not hear complaints
The Fulton County Board of Ethics will discuss two ethics complaints against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis during their March 7 meeting.
Fulton County DA Fani Willis urges judge in brief to reject motion to disqualify
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis files a supplemental brief urging Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee to reject the motion to disqualify her after closing arguments were presented on March 1.
Attorney Ashleigh Merchant testifies before senate committee investigating Fani Willis
Attorney Ashleigh Merchant testified before Georgia's Senate Special Committee on Investigations on Wednesday morning about the relationship between Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade and their prosecution of the Georgia 2020 election interference case.
Mitch McConnell endorses Donald Trump for president
The Senate Republican leader’s support comes after he previously criticized the GOP presidential frontrunner for his acts in the Capitol riot in 2021.
Georgia considers group targeting prosecutors as Fani Willis faces removal from Trump case
A Georgia commission with powers to discipline prosecutors needs only Gov. Brian Kemp’s approval before it can begin operations, possibly disrupting District Attorney Fani Willis’ prosecution of former President Donald Trump.
Dueling protests make noise outside Athens City Hall over alleged sanctuary city status
The Athens-Clarke County Commission meeting was interrupted when a protester stormed in accusing Mayor Kelly Girtz of corruption.
Trump wins 2024 Virginia primary over Nikki Haley
Former President Donald Trump won the Republican primary in Virginia, according to the Associated Press.
Georgia Democrats threaten to 'Leave It Blank' in protest of Biden's Israel policies
The Biden administration could face protest during Georgia’s Democratic primary for its support of Israel.
Laken Riley Act: Georgia student's murder sparks new federal bill
The Laken Riley Act would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement to issue detainers on illegal immigrants charged with theft or burglary.
Elon Musk emails Tesla employees to support Jeremy Sylestine for Travis County DA
Elon Musk has reportedly emailed his Tesla Inc staff to urge them to vote for a new district attorney in Travis County.
Cobb County prosecutor alleges Fani Willis warned Bradley: 'They are coming after us'
A co-defendant in the 2020 Georgia election interference case has filed a notice of proposed testimony following Terrence Bradley's testimony in the disqualification hearing for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her office.
Regulator proposes capping credit card late fees at $8, latest in Biden campaign against 'junk fees'
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau estimates that banks made roughly $14 billion in credit card late fees a year.
Diego Ibarra, brother of murder suspect in Laken Riley's UGA campus death, appears in court
The brother of the suspected killer of a nursing student on UGA's campus will make his first appearance in federal court on Monday.
Two groups planning rallies Tuesday at Athens city hall after murder
A group is planning to rally Tuesday in Athens to fight racism against immigrants and sexist violence.
Michelle Obama's office addresses 2024 presidential rumors
Michelle Obama’s office has addressed rumors in recent months suggesting a possible candidacy by the former first lady.