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Georgia Trend Daily – June 3, 2025

June 3, 2025 Marietta Daily Journal Isabelle Manders reports that Lisa Cupid, chair of the Cobb Board of Commissioners, touched on healthcare access, education, transportation and stormwater in her State of the County address to the Cobb Chamber of …

Georgia tax rebate: Refund checks should start being issued this week

The state is returning up to $500 to eligible Georgia taxpayers, and officials say the checks should begin going out this week. FOX 5's Marc Teichner breaks down what taxpayers need to know about the highly-anticipated rebate. ATLANTA - Good news for …

Early voting is underway for Georgia PSC races. Here’s what you need to know.

Primaries for two Georgia Public Service commission races will take place on June 17. Early voting began May 27 and will end June 13. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder (file) For the first time since 2020, Georgia voters have a chance to decide who will …

Georgia labor commissioner seems to sidestep questions about Trump endorsement

The clear trend among statewide Republican candidates has been to loudly and proudly declare support for President Donald Trump in the hopes of winning his endorsement. But newly appointed Georgia Labor Commissioner Barbara Rivera Holmes bucked the trend …

What does the future hold for Georgia’s economy?

Holmes will rely on Republicans’ economic record in the state. “Georgia has been led by Republicans for many years now and is enjoying one of the greatest economic stories in history,” she said. AJC business editor Scott Trubey backed up that take, but …

Georgia Politics, Campaigns, and Elections for June 2, 2025

On June 2, 1774, Britain’s Parliament passed the Quartering Act, the last of the Coercive Acts, meant to punish the American colonies and reassert British control. Eventually, the Third Amendment to the United States Constitution would prohibit the …

Savannah Tech hosts Greater Georgia with state House Whip James Burchett 

Greater Georgia, a voter registration organization, held an event in Savannah to discuss the recently passed tort reform bill (SB 68). The bill aims to lower insurance premiums for businesses and attract more insurers to Georgia by limiting "frivolous …

Dozens of Hooters locations abruptly close in 14 states following bankruptcy filing

(NEXSTAR) — Two months after filing for bankruptcy protection, Hooters has reportedly shuttered several locations. In late March court filings, HOA Restaurant Group said financial woes for Hooters had weighed on the company but that it intended to keep …

Animal advocates call for stricter laws in Georgia after singer is arrested

ATLANTA — Animal advocates are calling for tougher laws against animal cruelty in Georgia after R&B singer Jahiem Hoagland was arrested last month on charges of animal abuse. Hoagland, who is facing six misdemeanor charges, appeared for a plea hearing …

Authorities search for hit-and-run driver after Southeast Georgia mother of 3 killed

THE GOOGLE PLAY AND APPLE APP STORES. TONIGHT AT 11.... FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF A GLENNVILLE WOMAN KILLED IN A HIT AND RUN .. ARE SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS ON HER DEATH. WJCL 22 NEWS' TIA MAGGIO .. SPOKE WITH THE CANDLER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE .. ON THE …

Greater Georgia comes to Savannah Tech to talk state's tort reform law

McIver v. The State

Ellington, Justice. Benjamin Clarence Mclver appeals his convictions for malice murder and other crimes in connection with the shooting death of Brandon Smith.[1] Mclver contends that his trial counsel provided constitutionally ineffective assistance, that …

Georgia Today: Sanctuary cities list disappeared; Lt. Gov. race adds another; More solar for Fulton

  TRANSCRIPT:      Peter Biello: Welcome to the Georgia Today podcast. Here we feature the latest reports from the GPB News Team. On today's episode, a federal government list of so-called sanctuary cities that included Atlanta and Athens has …

Georgia State’s Master of International Business Benefits Experienced and Novice Professionals 

Editor’s note: This sponsored article is published as part of Georgia State University CIBER’s annual partnership with Global Atlanta. With its home base of Atlanta serving as an international business gateway, Georgia State University’s Master of …

Atlanta Pride Month 2025

Atlanta Pride Parade. CL File Photo Tuesday, June 3 June 3 @ 5:15 pm Pride Night with the Atlanta Braves Truist Park Stadium 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, United States Atlanta Braves take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at 7:15pm with a special Pride …

Impact of tariffs on Black hair industry felt by metro Atlanta stylists

ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Trump administration’s tariffs on imported goods are driving up prices for a number of products in the Black hair industry and metro Atlanta stylists are feeling the impacts. Dajiah Blackshear is a longtime natural …

Netflix releases trailer and premiere dates for final season of Georgia-filmed hit ‘Stranger Things’

“Stranger Things” fans worldwide received news over the weekend that surely turned their worlds “upside down.” Streaming service Netflix released the official trailer for the highly anticipated final season of the sci-fi drama series, which will conclude …

Judge sentences Atlanta man for selling crack, fentanyl in Myrtle Beach

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) – A man who trafficked drugs in Myrtle Beach will now be spending time inside a federal prison. Demetrius Stepp, 45, of Atlanta, Georgia, pleaded guilty to three counts of distributing fentanyl and crack cocaine. Evidence showed …

Georgia’s top Senate Republican joins race for lieutenant governor

ATLANTA (AP) — John Kennedy, the top-ranking Republican in Georgia’s state Senate, on Monday joined a growing field of GOP candidates seeking to become the state’s next lieutenant governor in 2026. Kennedy, a Macon lawyer, is banking on the support of …

Barakat + Bossa Recognized in Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide

CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barakat + Bossa is pleased to announce that it has been selected for the third consecutive year in Chambers USA 2025 in the category of Litigation: General Commercial: Highly …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RICHARD WESSELT WHO PURCHASED VARIABLE ANNUITIES OR LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Richard Wesselt Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes continues …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BRITTANI SCHAEFER/ARETE WEALTH MANAGEMENT: $1,000,000 FINRA ARBITRATION CLAIM FILED

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Brittani Schaefer at Arete Wealth Management, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

Policy Pathways Launches 'Uncounted': A National Civilian-Driven In-Custody Death Reporting Database

Accountability Begins With A Count. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark step toward justice and transparency in the American criminal legal system, Policy Pathways, Inc., has launched Uncounted—the …

Glitz, Glamour, and Giving: LATLC's Hollywood Casino Night Was a Smashing Success

An unforgettable night of poker games, music, and fundraising at the Hollywood Roosevelt to support Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities ( …

‘Smishing’ Scam Targeting NYC Drivers With Fake DMV Texts Prompts Legal Warnings

Fake DMV texts are scamming NYC drivers with threats about unpaid tickets. Officials warn: don’t click links, verify through DMV, and report to the FTC. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new wave of text message …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF MICHAEL WHITAKER AND NEWBRIDGE SECURITIES WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Michael Whitaker at Newbridge Securities Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes THE VILLAGES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BROKER RUSS CONRAD WHO SUFFERED INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Russ Conrad Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes issues an …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF TODD WALKER AND CENTAURUS FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Todd Walker at Centaurus Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RANDY BIRKINBINE AND AUSDAL FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Randy Birkinbine at Ausdal Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NORTH OAKS, MN, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS WHO SUFFERED MADISON REALTY ASPEN HOUSE DST INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses in Aspen House DST with Financial Advisor Michael Culwell at Emerson Equity, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

Hamid Kohan, CEO of Legal Soft & Law Practice AI, Joins Forbes Business Council

WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hamid Kohan, President & CEO of Legal Soft and Law Practice AI, and Founder of Magic Law Group, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, an exclusive, invitation-only …

Joshua LeRoy, DUI Attorney in West Palm Beach, Celebrates 20 Years of Legal Service with Special June Offer

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joshua LeRoy, a seasoned DUI attorney in West Palm Beach, proudly announces his upcoming 20th anniversary defending individuals across Palm Beach County. To mark this milestone, LeRoy …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 20 of America's Comeback Led by President Trump

Washington, DC, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/06/06/week-20-week-20-of-americas-comeback-led-by-president-trump/ ThinkCareBelieve has published an …

Veritas Global Founder Corey Harris Speaks at Big Dipper Innovation Summit

Corey Harris discussed critical fintech regulatory trends at recent innovation summit. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corey Harris, founder and managing Partner at Veritas Global, recently participated …

Legal Considerations for Remote Freelancers Launching Businesses

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With millions of Americans now embracing freelancing and freelance businesses, understanding the legal intricacies of forming a business entity has become more crucial than ever. The freelance …

Vanguard Attorneys Managing Partner Karina Perez Ilić Achieves Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Managing Attorney Karina Perez Ilić of Vanguard Attorneys has achieved Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar. Fewer than 1% of Florida attorneys hold this distinction, which …

Chambers USA Recognizes The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Watson

The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Casper Watson have been Ranked in the 2025 Edition of Chambers USA BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wagner Law Group, has …

NovoaGlobal® and City of Chiefland Partner to Enhance School Zone Safety with Automated Speed Enforcement

NovoaGlobal to Provide First Automated School Zone Speed Enforcement Program in Levy County CHIEFLAND, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NovoaGlobal®, a leading provider of advanced traffic safety and enforcement technology, …

Blake Hunter Yagman Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson as Partner

Top Boutique Law Firm Adds Leading Antitrust and Data Privacy Attorney to its Growing Practice RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce that Blake Hunter Yagman, …