Baby Delivered From Brain-Dead Mom

Adriana Smith, a 31-year-old Georgia nurse declared brain dead and put on life support in February, gave birth to a baby boy via cesarean section.

The infant was delivered on Friday, about six months into Smith’s pregnancy, and remains in the NICU, weighing 1 pound, 13 ounces.

“He’s expected to be okay. He’s just fighting. We just want prayers for him,” said April Newkirk, who is Smith’s mother.

The pregnancy drew national attention after Emory University Hospital put Smith on life support due to Georgia’s fetal heartbeat law, which bans abortion after fetal cardiac activity is detected.

  Man Pleads Not Guilty to Threatening Senators

A Duluth man pleaded not guilty Monday to federal charges that he left threatening voicemails targeting Republican U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz of Texas and Deb Fischer of Nebraska.

Prosecutors say Robert Davis Forney, 25, threatened sexual violence against the lawmakers and Cruz’s family in January.

The case comes amid heightened national concern over political violence.

Forney was indicted on June 10 and faces charges of communicating threats in interstate commerce, a crime punishable by fines and prison time.

Juneteenth Events Planned Across State

Communities across Georgia will celebrate Juneteenth with festivals, parades, music, food, and educational events through Sunday. Juneteenth is on Thursday.

Events include the Juneteenth Parade & Music Festival at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, family events at the Atlanta History Center, and a multi-day drone and light show at Stone Mountain.

South Georgia cities are also hosting celebrations, while Fayetteville will feature a Freedom Fellowship Walk honoring Opal Lee.

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➤ Atlanta: The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously agreed to revive a lawsuit by a local family whose home was mistakenly raided by FBI agents in 2017. (More)

➤ Statewide: The application deadline for the Georgia Promise Scholarship is June 30. The program funds private or home schooling for families opting out of public education. (More)

➤ Habersham County: The suspected driver who rammed his vehicle into a sheriff’s car was caught after a 24-hour manhunt. Deputies tracked him using video, tips, and K-9 units. (More)

➤ Stonecrest: A couple attacked by their neighbor’s three dogs in DeKalb County criticized the county, saying they aren’t aware of any citations being issued in the case. (More)

➤ DeKalb County: Journalist and immigrant advocate Mario Guevara was arrested for obstructing police and unlawful assembly during a No Kings protest on Saturday. (More)

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➤ Ronald Acuna Jr. leads other Atlanta Braves players in All-Star voting despite missing the first two months of the season. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Dream surged to an 8-3 record, third best in the WNBA, behind standout performances by Allisha Gray and new addition Brittney Griner. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons signed UFL rushing leader Jashaun Corbin and released former Alabama running back Jase McClellan. (More)

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➤ Low voter turnout was reported for the Georgia Public Service Commission primary election on Tuesday. (Results)

➤ Georgia will receive $126 million in a $7.4 billion national opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma, with the money to be used for addiction recovery statewide. (More)

➤ A proposed mining project near the Okefenokee Swamp remained stalled, with the company behind the project yet to post a $2 million bond for future site restoration. (More)

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➤ A 24-year-old Evans gymnastics coach soared into the American Ninja Warrior semifinals Monday, impressing with a 56.68-second run despite a hard fall on the course. (More)

➤ Seven Georgia congressmembers joined Gov. Brian Kemp in urging federal approval for state-managed red snapper fishing, citing improved stock and federal overreach. (More)

➤ Explore Gwinnett launched the Seoul of the South Pass, a yearlong mobile passport promoting Korean-owned eateries and culture. (More)

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