GA women detail life-threatening impact of abortion ban at Senate hearing
Women and health care providers testified before the Human Rights Subcommittee, chaired by Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., in Atlanta this week, detailing the dangerous effects of Georgia's six-week abortion ban.
Afraid to Seek Care Amid Georgia’s Abortion Ban, She Stayed at Home and Died
Candi Miller’s family said she didn't visit a doctor “due to the current legislation on pregnancies and abortions.” Maternal health experts deemed her death preventable and blamed Georgia’s abortion ban.
Patricia Murphy: Georgia’s abortion law left these women in shambles
A U.S. Senate hearing held by Jon Ossoff heard stories from Georgia women affected by the state's six-week abortion ban.
Abortion issue dividing Georgians across both sides
The Georgia’s Life Act took effect after the overturn of Roe vs. Wade. It criminalizes abortions after six weeks with few exceptions. Doctors can face up to 10 years in prison.
28-Year-Old Mom Dies After Abortion Ban Delayed Potentially Lifesaving Care
In 2022, a 28-year-old woman died after traveling to a clinic in North Carolina, and taking mifepristone and misoprostol, pills that can be taken together to end a pregnancy. A Georgia committee that reviews pregnancy-related deaths has determined that Amber Nicole Thurman’s death was “preventable,
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Gas leak reported on Atlanta Highway in Forsyth County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A gas leak has been reported on Atlanta Highway in Forsyth County, according to the ...
Harris to discuss abortion rights in Atlanta visit on Friday
Kamala Harris will discuss abortion rights on the heels of an article on the deaths of two pregnant Georgia women.
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‘Stop Cop City’ protesters disrupt Atlanta City Council meeting, throw objects toward officials
A group of “Stop Cop City” protesters disrupted an Atlanta City Council meeting Monday afternoon, chanting and throwing ...
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Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Atlanta on Friday
In her quest to become the nation’s first female president and first woman of color chief executive, Vice President Kamala ...
Attorney who formerly operated GA real estate firm pleads guilty to financial crimes
Instead of spending the funds on things like payroll, rent or mortgage, utilities, and other ordinary business expenses, he ...
Jury selection begins for trial of man accused of stabbing, burning Atlanta pastor to death
Police made the gruesome discovery on May 18, 2022, when Harrell's body was found. According to a police report, Harrell was ...
Atlanta musical event celebrates Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday
Celebrations for Jimmy Carter’s upcoming 100th birthday begin with Atlanta hosting “Delta Air Lines Presents: Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song.” ...