➤ The Laken Riley Act sped through a final vote in the U.S. House—with President Donald Trump expected to sign the measure into law as early as Wednesday night. (More)
➤ Elbert County: A test last week came back positive for a second case of bird flu at a poultry farm, where cleanup and containment efforts continue. (More)
➤ South Fulton: Two water main breaks during Tuesday’s freeze turned road surfaces icy—forcing drivers to abandon their cars. (More)
➤ Statewide: Georgia lawmakers frustrated with slow mail delivery received the backing of a trio of Missouri congressmen, who reintroduced the proposed Pony Up Act. (More)
➤ Columbus: A jury cleared a prison guard and nurse of any liability related to the 2020 murder of an inmate by another inmate. (More)
➤ Statewide: Georgia ranks No. 5 on a group’s list of the most dangerous states for children—based on criteria such as missing children, kidnappings, school shootings, and other factors. (See Report)
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