Justice Department sues Georgia county, saying elections violate rights of Black voters
The U.S. Justice Department is suing a Georgia county, alleging that its method of electing county commissioners violates the rights of Black voters.
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Houston County’s election plan negatively affects Black voters, Department of Justice says in lawsuit
The Department of Justice argues in a lawsuit that Houston County’s method of electing its Board of Commissioners “dilutes ...
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Former Athens-Clarke County Police Officer Charged with Sexual Exploitation of Children, GBI Investigating
Former Athens-Clarke County officer Amber Ferguson was arrested by the GBI on child sexual exploitation charges.
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Arrest made in connection with Dec. 15 Mcintosh County shooting
The McIntosh County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has made an arrest in connection with the December 15 killing of Tony James Ferguson, a 41-year-old McIntosh ...
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GBI Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting Amidst Athens Robbery Pursuit
The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Athens-Clarke County following a Cricket Wireless Store robbery.