Friday, June 6, 2025

Good morning! On this day in 1861, Joseph Terrell was born in Meriwether County. A self-taught lawyer and political prodigy, Terrell rose to prominence with reforms that shaped Georgia's education system.

Warmer temperatures mean snakes are out and about. Check out Et Cetera for a list of lakes where rattlesnakes are lurking. Do you have any stories about dealing with snakes around your home? Please reply and let us know!

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Immigration Arrests Ongoing

Federal agents have detained thousands of illegal immigrants in Georgia since January.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials say agents are targeting gangs, conducting workplace visits, responding to public tips, and making neighborhood patrols.

Earlier this month, agents detained a dozen suspected illegal immigrants at Luxx Nail Lounge in Marietta.

"Hiring illegal aliens is a federal crime that undermines fair labor, exploits the vulnerable, and threatens public safety. Employers will be held accountable," the Homeland Security Investigations office in Atlanta posted afterward.

Judge Blocks Executions Over COVID Clause

A Fulton County judge ruled Georgia must honor a pandemic-era deal made by the state Attorney General's office to halt death row executions until COVID-19 vaccines are available to newborn babies.

The state attorney general's office, which plans to appeal the judge's ruling, argued the agreement's "fundamental purpose" of protecting public safety during the pandemic was achieved.

The judge cited the agreement's pause on executions until the vaccines are available to "all members of the public," even though the vaccine isn't yet available for infants under 6 months old.

Teenage Golfer Qualifies for U.S. Open

Mason Howell, a 17-year-old high school junior from Thomasville, qualified for the 2025 U.S. Open after shooting 18-under at a qualifier event Monday at Piedmont Driving Club in Atlanta.

The Brookwood School standout went bogey-free and tied for first in a tournament field that included two-time PGA major champion Zach Johnson and other PGA Tour veterans.

Howell ranks No. 8 in the American Junior Golf Association Rankings. He'll tee off next week at the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, playing in his first major before starting his senior year.

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Take the First Step Back to Balance

➤ Statewide: A tomato recall in Georgia was elevated to Class I, the FDA's highest alert, after Williams Farms' products tested positive for salmonella contamination. (More)

➤ Fulton County: A federal judge dismissed murder charges against former Atlanta police officer Sung Kim, ruling he acted in self-defense in the fatal shooting of Jimmy Atchinson. (More)

➤ Jones County: A man was arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase reaching up to 115 mph, driving his car off the road, and hiding in a home's crawl space. (Watch)

➤ Bibb County: An inmate was killed and four more were injured in a stabbing at a Macon jail after inmates breached a cell door. (More)

➤ Statewide: Georgia Lottery players scored big this week, with a Winston resident winning $50K in Powerball and others claiming jackpots in Sandy Springs and Columbus. (More)

➤ Gwinnett County: Officials agreed to spend $714,000 to expand police-mental health response teams, aiming to de-escalate crises and reduce arrests. (More)

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➤ The Atlanta Braves suffered their worst blown lead since 1973 in an 11-10 loss to Arizona, giving up a 10-4 lead in the 9th inning. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons are listening to possible offers to trade Kyle Pitts and Kirk Cousins but aren't actively shopping either player, according to ESPN. (More)

➤ Georgia Tech football ranks No. 28 in the nation and No. 5 in the ACC in a preseason ranking by ESPN. (More)

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➤ Hooters closed four Georgia restaurants, including its longtime downtown Atlanta location, amid a bankruptcy filing and shift to a franchise-only model. (More)

➤ Georgia Chamber of Commerce brought its "Georgia 2050" vision to Statesboro, outlining economic, workforce, and health goals as the state braces for 2.5 million new residents over the next 25 years. (More)

➤ Big Lots reopened stores in LaGrange, Covington, and Statesboro as part of a national relaunch following bankruptcy and store closures in 2024. (More)

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➤ Rattlesnakes have been spotted in Georgia lakes, including Hartwell, Lanier, and Pine Lake, with officials offering tips on how to identify the various species. (More)

➤ The official opening performance of the hip-hop musical Young John Lewis will take place Saturday in Atlanta, spotlighting the civil rights icon's early activism. (More)

➤ Gov. Brian Kemp joined Florida and South Carolina leaders in urging federal officials to let states manage fish populations. (More)

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