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sports1 day ago•2 min saved

Georgia Baseball Secures No. 3 Seed, Hosts Athens Regional in Quest for CWS

Georgia earned the No. 3 national seed and will host the Athens Regional, chasing a return to the College World Series after capturing its first SEC regular-season title since 2008 and first SEC Tournament crown under coach Wes Johnson. The regional field includes LIU, Liberty and Boston College, with Georgia opening Friday at 7 p.m. vs. LIU (SEC Network) and BC-Liberty at 2 p.m. (ESPN+); the double-elimination format means multiple games over Fri-Mon. A win would advance Georgia to a home super regional the following weekend, potentially against the Starkville Regional winner, with Omaha CWS contention on the line if they reach the series.

via DawgNation|

#baseball #georgia #ncaa-tournament

politics6 days ago•105 min saved

CNN Host Reacts to MAGA Voter’s Fasting Claim Amid Inflation

CNN’s Erin Burnett reacted in disbelief after a Georgia MAGA voter said he and his wife have been fasting to survive the cost‑of‑living crisis, a moment that underscores the toll of inflation and higher gas prices while Trump’s economy message remains contested in polling.

via The Daily Beast|

#cnn #cost-of-living #donald-trump

sports6 days ago•4 min saved

Eagles' Nolan Smith Arrested in Georgia for Speeding

Nolan Smith, the Eagles' fourth-year edge defender, was reportedly arrested in Georgia for speeding and reckless driving after allegedly driving well over 130 mph; a mugshot circulated online and local outlets confirmed the arrest, though PhillyVoice has not independently verified the exact speed. The report comes amid a string of speeding incidents among NFL players, but no suspensions have followed, and the Eagles hope to have Smith healthy for the 2026 season after a year hampered by a triceps injury; they also exercised his fifth-year option for 2027.

via PhillyVoice|

#eagles #georgia #nolan-smith

sports6 days ago•3 min saved

Nolan Smith Jr. Allegedly Blazes Through Georgia at 135 MPH

Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested for allegedly driving 135 mph in Twiggs County, Georgia, in a 70 mph zone; he posted bond and a court date has not yet been set, with commentary noting the NFL’s handling of off-field misconduct and the risks of such extreme speeds.

via NBC Sports|

#georgia #nfl #nolan-smith-jr

politics6 days ago•32 min saved

Georgia Primary Reshapes 2028 Playbook After Bottoms Victory

Keisha Lance Bottoms’ decisive 56% win in Georgia’s Democratic gubernatorial primary has Democrats worried about her general-election viability and the race’s national implications. With Bottoms possibly carrying a flawed general-election image, the 2028 presidential prospects of Senators Ossoff and Warnock could be jeopardized if Democrats don’t hold Georgia’s governorship since a new governor would appoint a Senate replacement. The GOP field, led by Burt Jones in a runoff, could complicate a presidential year, and national leaders didn’t step in with an alternative candidate. Critics say the party slept on the race and underinvested in other statewide contests, signaling broader organizational challenges even as Kemp’s redistricting move could energize turnout.

via The Bulwark|

#2028-election #georgia #governor-race

politics7 days ago•7 min saved

Trump's Georgia Grip Faces a 2026 Test

Georgia's 2026 primaries show Donald Trump's influence dominating the GOP, with Trump-backed candidates advancing to runoffs as Republicans balance loyalty to the president with winning independent voters, while Democrats argue his grip threatens democracy; the governor and Senate contests hinge on who can carry Trump's banner without alienating moderates ahead of November.

via AJC.com|

#georgia #politics #primaries

politics7 days ago•9 min saved

Georgia Supreme Court Keeps GOP Edge as Dem Challengers Fall Short

Two Democratic challengers to Georgia Supreme Court justices were projected to lose, preserving an 8-1 GOP majority; Rankin and Jordan ran on voting, civil and abortion rights but were defeated by incumbents Bethel and Warren, who were appointed by Republican governors. A GOP-appointed ethics finding against the Democrats was blocked from release by a district court, as Georgia lawmakers prepare for potential map challenges this summer.

via HuffPost|

#democrats #elections #georgia

politics7 days ago•5 min saved

Bottoms Secures Georgia Governor Nomination, Eyes General Election

Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor outright in a crowded field, avoiding a runoff and setting up a general‑election bid as Democrats try to flip the state; Republicans head to a costly runoff, and Bottoms’ mayoral tenure and national support will be central as fundraising and attacks loom in a state that has trended purple but hasn’t elected a Democratic governor since 1998.

via Politico|

#democratic-primary #elections-2026 #georgia

politics7 days ago•8 min saved

Democrats' Primary Night Highlights the Party's Populist-Establishment Divide

Tuesday’s primaries across six states yielded a mix of progressives (e.g., Chris Rabb in Philadelphia) and working-class populists (Bob Brooks in PA’s Lehigh Valley) alongside a high-profile Georgia contender (Keisha Lance Bottoms) boosted by Biden’s backing. The results underscore the party’s ongoing split between bold, populist messaging and establishment-backed pragmatism, with no single clear trajectory emerging for Democrats heading toward the midterms.

via Politico|

#democratic-party #georgia #pennsylvania

politics7 days ago•25 min saved

Collins and Dooley Force Georgia Senate Runoff as Electability Takes Center Stage

Georgia’s Republican Senate primary is headed to a runoff on June 16 after Rep. Mike Collins and ex-football coach Derek Dooley emerge as the top two contenders to face Democrat Jon Ossoff. Collins led the initial vote; Dooley edged Buddy Carter for second. Kemp has campaigned for Dooley, arguing he can win moderates and independents, while Dooley supporters tout electability and opponents highlight ethics scrutiny surrounding Collins. The outcome could shape party control of the Senate in a pivotal race for 2026.

via The Washington Post|

#derek-dooley #georgia #mike-collins

politics7 days ago•4 min saved

Collins, Dooley clinch Georgia GOP Senate runoff showdown

Rep. Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley secured spots in Georgia’s Republican primary runoff on June 16 to face off against each other for a chance to challenge Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. Collins has leaned into MAGA credentials and faces scrutiny from a House Ethics inquiry, while Dooley has drawn support from Gov. Brian Kemp and promotes an outsider platform with reforms like term limits and banning stock trading. Ossoff has built a strong campaign operation and remains the Democratic frontrunner in a politically divided state.

via NBC News|

#brian-kemp #georgia #politics

politics7 days ago•12 min saved

Bottoms cruises to Democratic governor nomination as Jackson and Jones head to GOP runoff

Georgia’s primary night produced a GOP governor runoff between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson after Jackson spent a record amount of his own money, while Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for governor; turnout surged with strong Black female support in Fulton County, but Democrats failed to flip two Georgia Supreme Court seats despite a heavy push. The results highlight shifting dynamics in Georgia politics as voting-rights issues and map redraws loom ahead of a June special session.

via AJC.com|

#elections-2026 #georgia #governor

politics7 days ago•4 min saved

Trump-backed rivals advance to Georgia governor runoff as Raffensperger falls

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger lost the Republican primary for governor, with Rick Jackson and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones moving to a runoff. The result highlights ongoing Trump influence in Georgia’s GOP, as both candidates seek MAGA support while Raffensperger’s defense of the 2020 election failed to gain traction in a costly, drawn-out race.

via Politico|

#georgia #gop #politics

politics7 days ago•6 min saved

Trump-Endorsed Wave Reshapes Key U.S. Primaries

Trump and his allies dominated Tuesday’s primaries, lifting Trump-endorsed candidates in Georgia and Kentucky and pushing Alabama races toward runoffs while ousting GOP critic Thomas Massie in Kentucky; Democrats notched a left-leaning victory in Pennsylvania’s 3rd District with Chris Rabb; Georgia’s Senate race heads to a runoff as Mike Collins leads the GOP field and Gov. Kemp’s race drew little Trump involvement; a Supreme Court ruling reshaped Alabama primaries by allowing last-minute map changes that left four districts with no votes and sparked legal challenges; Oregon set up a Tina Kotek–Christine Drazan rematch, and other down-ballot contests could influence November outcomes.

via The Washington Post|

#georgia #kentucky #pennsylvania

health7 days ago•2 min saved

Three unvaccinated metro Atlanta residents contract measles after international travel

Georgia's Department of Public Health confirms three new measles cases in a metro Atlanta family who had international travel and were not vaccinated. They were not infectious during travel but may have exposed others after returning and developing symptoms. Officials urge vaccination with the MMR vaccine; CDC guidance recommends first MMR dose at 12–15 months, a second dose at 4–6 years, and an additional precaution for infants 6–11 months traveling internationally. Measles is highly contagious, with symptoms typically appearing 7–14 days after exposure.

via WSB-TV|

#georgia #health #measles