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The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge will remain undisturbed after The Conservation Fund purchased land where Twin Pines Minerals had proposed a controversial mining operation.

Victory for Georgia’s Natural Wonder: Okefenokee Saved From Mining Threat

by B.T. ClarkJune 20, 2025June 20, 2025

Georgia’s elected leaders from both parties condemned attacks on state lawmakers in Minnesota Saturday. Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman, DFL-Champlin. Photo by Minnesota Senate Media Services.

‘No Place in America for This:’ Georgia Leaders Condemn Political Violence After Minnesota Assassination

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJune 17, 2025June 17, 2025

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson announced a comprehensive review of police actions during Saturday's protest that led to eight arrests and the use of tear gas on demonstrators.

DeKalb CEO Orders Full Review After Protest Arrests

by B.T. ClarkJune 16, 2025June 16, 2025

Rescue teams pulled a 27-year-old man's body from Lake Lanier Sunday. Ramon Diaz-Soria had been missing since Saturday afternoon when he fell from a boat.

Lake Lanier Drowning Victim Found After 36-Hour Search

by News DeskJune 15, 2025June 15, 2025

An estimated 2,000 people gathered Saturday in Johns Creek to take part in the No Kings protest — a nationwide demonstration organized in opposition to former President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington.

Large Crowd Shows Up For No Kings Protest in Johns Creek

by B.T. ClarkJune 14, 2025June 14, 2025

Thousands of “No Kings” protesters lined Main Street in Woodstock under a clear summer sky, holding signs bearing slogans like “We have a Constitution, not a King,” and “Morons are governing Amerikka,” and "America: No Kings Since 1776," a reflection of broader unease over what critics view as authoritarian posturing.

‘No Kings’ Demonstration Draws Large Crowd in Woodstock

by B.T. ClarkJune 14, 2025June 14, 2025

Minutes after Atlanta’s “No Kings” protest began Saturday outside the state Capitol, organizers announced that the venue’s 5,000-person capacity had been reached.

‘No Kings’ Protest Outside Georgia Capitol Exceeds Capacity

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJune 14, 2025June 14, 2025

Interior Acting Assistant Secretary Tyler Hassen sent letters this week informing the Georgia U.S. Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock of the decision. Earlier this year, the Elon Musk-led DOGE listed the property among 164 Interior buildings and offices under consideration for closure as part of its campaign to reduce government spending. The DOGE website previously projected the federal government would save $1.3 million by not renewing the lease for the Norcross center.

Trump Administration Breaks With DOGE: Georgia Water Science Center To Remain Open

by Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderJune 14, 2025June 14, 2025

Savannah Mayor Van Johnson is drawing a clear line between peaceful demonstrations and criminal behavior, promising to uphold constitutional rights while maintaining public safety.

Savannah Mayor Vows To Protect Peaceful Protests While Promising Swift Action Against Violence

by B.T. ClarkJune 13, 2025June 13, 2025

"It’s very simple," he said. "Protesters use words. Rioters use violence. There is no gray area. We are not California or New York. We are Georgia. We don’t make excuses for criminals here. We prosecute them."

Georgia Attorney General on Rioters: ‘We Don’t Make Excuses For Criminals Here. We Prosecute Them’

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

Truett McConnell University's Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to place President Dr. Emir Caner on administrative leave while launching a third-party investigation into allegations of sexual abuse on campus.

Truett McConnell University President Placed On Leave Amid Campus Sexual Abuse Scandal

by B.T. ClarkJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

Chaos erupted Tuesday night when what began as a peaceful immigration demonstration on Buford Highway ended with protesters allegedly throwing fireworks at police officers.

6 Arrested at Buford Highway Protest After Protestors Throw Fireworks at Police

by News DeskJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

🔍 Why It Matters: Local immigrant communities fear increased enforcement threatens to separate families and silence political dissent. The demonstration highlights growing tensions between federal immigration policies and local residents and follows protests in major cities throughout the country, including L.A., New York, and Chicago.

Immigration Protest on Buford Highway: What We Know

by News DeskJune 10, 2025

A sexual abuse report involving a former Truett-McConnell University administrator has sparked demands for an independent investigation, with hundreds backing a public petition urging accountability from university leadership.

Truett-McConnell University Faces Pressure Over Alleged Abuse Cover-Up

by B.T. ClarkJune 2, 2025June 2, 2025

After more than a century of trying, Georgia may soon get its first national park, as the state's congressional delegation puts aside partisan differences to upgrade the status of ancient mounds in Macon.

The Latest on Georgia’s Bid For its First National Park

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMay 30, 2025May 30, 2025

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