Judge Rebukes DA Willis for Open Records Delay

A judge sharply criticized Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for delaying responses to an open records request.

The dispute centers around Willis’ refusal to provide documents related to former special prosecutor Nathan Wade.

Despite Willis’ emergency request to quash the subpoena, claiming the request was intended to harass her, the judge admonished her for obstructing the legal process and questioned why she had not complied with the state’s Open Records Act.

The judge warned that further delays could result in contempt charges, adding pressure on Willis to comply with the request.

 Setzler: Negligence, Not Abortion Law, Caused Deaths

State Senator Ed Setzler, who sponsored Georgia’s 2019 abortion law, pushed back against claims that the state’s strict abortion ban led to the deaths of two women.

Setzler argued that medical staff were negligent in their handling of these cases, saying, “Georgia’s law gave these shamefully unprepared doctors every legal tool they needed to save this mother’s life.”

In contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris, on last week’s campaign stop, criticized the state’s abortion law, attributing the deaths of two women to the restrictions.

Gov. Brian Kemp echoed Setzler’s defense of the law, with his spokesman stating that the LIFE Act not only includes support for mothers but also allows for necessary medical interventions in cases of emergency.

Fishermen Angle for Access

Georgia outfitters warned lawmakers at a legislative hearing to be cautious when considering new restrictions on fishing and paddling access to rivers and streams.

The issue arose after a landowner restricted fishing on a portion of the Flint River, leading to discussions about which waterways should be considered “navigable.”

Georgia last defined what constitutes a “navigable river” in 1863, when rivers were primarily used for transporting freight.

Outfitters emphasized that many businesses rely on access to smaller streams that might not be deemed navigable. Fishing rights are crucial for Georgia’s outdoor economy, which contributes billions annually to the state.

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➤ Savannah: Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally today at the Johnny Mercer Theatre at 1 p.m. to discuss tax reform and U.S. manufacturing. (More)

➤ Marietta: Cobb County election officials are installing panic buttons and bulletproof glass to protect staff amid growing threats of violence related to the 2024 election. (More)

➤ Atlanta: Plans to develop a new bike park along Atlanta’s Beltline are moving forward as part of the city’s larger green space and recreation initiative. (Details)

➤ Gwinnett County: State troopers brought toys to Bennett Dornellas, a three-year-old boy severely burned by his father during a police chase, as he left the hospital to continue his recovery at home. (More)

➤ DeKalb County: A man was charged hundreds of thousands of dollars after a medical billing mix-up left him with a debt he did not owe. (More)

➤ Cobb County: A likely tropical storm forming in the Gulf of Mexico could bring heavy rainfall and potential flooding across Georgia by mid-week. (Details)

➤ The Atlanta Braves picked up a crucial series win against the Miami Marlins with a 5-4 victory on Monday. (See Highlights)

➤ Kirby Smart told reporters he is “hopeful” that star pass rusher Mykel Williams can play in Saturday’s game against No. 4 Alabama. (More)

➤ Social media is ablaze following the Atlanta Falcons’ narrow loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, where a controversial call went against the Falcons. (Watch Video)

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➤ The Atlanta Opera is building a new $45 million facility on the Westside BeltLine, aiming to create a permanent home for its performances and educational programs. (More)

➤ Five 96-ounce Lactaid milk products have been recalled due to the possible presence of undeclared almonds. This poses a serious health risk for people with almond allergies. (More)

➤ Georgia’s jobless rate increased for the fourth consecutive month in August 2024, reaching 3.6%, despite job growth in sectors like healthcare and private education. (Details)

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➤ Georgia’s highest net worth celebrities list includes Atlanta-born Kanye West at $400 million and Luke Bryan at $160 million. (See List)

➤ The Chinese Lady is playing at The Alliance Theatre, featuring TV stars Keiko Agena (The Gilmore Girls), Rex Lee (Entourage), and Atlanta’s Daniel K. Isaac. The play tells the story of the first Chinese woman brought to America, who was displayed as a “living exhibit.” (Details)

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