As a prosecutor, I prosecuted dozens of individuals, who pulled out a weapon and pointed it at someone with the intent to cause fear in that person. Some of those people are likely still in jail. As a defense attorney, I have defended individuals at trial who were accused of aggravated assault when they pulled
This week’s Courier Herald column: The effort to fix metro Atlanta’s transit governance issue received a lot of public and press attention during this legislative session. When a problem almost a half century in the making is solved across party lines and with support of urban and rural state leaders, it’s a success that is
It’s Theresa Robertson’s birthday today. Not to be confused with the celebration of Brian Robinson’s birthday, even though they’re on the same day and both are alums of former Congressman Lynn Westmoreland. Theresa holds down our Columbus bureau when she’s not trying to get her husband, Randy Robertson (R-all around great guy) elected to the
Happy Monday, everyone! News By The Numbers 3 Presidents – …and one toilet for your career. Ronnie Jackson is resigning after a tough couple of weeks. $14 million – Opposition to the city of Eagles Landing is gaining strength as Governor Deal decides whether to signing it or veto it. Capital One Public Funding has
It is one year to the day that the City of South Fulton’s first mayor and council were sworn in on the stage of Banneker High School. It is one year to the day that the citizens in the Georgia’s largest county obtained their independence from the county government. One year since Georgia’s 5th largest
Apparently, Ginny was invited to across the Pond for the birth of the newest Prince and wedding prep for Harry and Meghan. So, you’ve got me for the next two Fridays. Hoooo-ray for you! Also, Happy ACTUAL Birth Day to my soon to be niece. A few more hours and we’ll have a new little
Mike Pompeo was confirmed today by a vote of 57-42 to become the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of State. One of those voting for his approval was Sen. Johnny Isakson (R, GA). Isakson stated: “I’m pleased the Senate has confirmed Mike Pompeo to lead the State Department, where he will have an important
Eight Democratic women woke up to some good news. EMILY’s List endorsed Lucy McBath in CD-6, Carolyn Bourdeaux in CD-7,Lindy Miller for Public Service Commissioner, Park Cannon for HD-58, Betsy Holland for HD-54, Angelika Kausche for HD-50 and Aisha Yaqoob for HD-97. Stephanie Schriock, president of EMILY’s List said in separate press releases: “Lucy McBath is
We already know that the two Democrat candidates, Stacey Evans and Stacey Abrams, have tons in common. They are both experienced, qualified, lawyer, legislator, women, and candidates for the Governor of Georgia. They would both be breaking barriers by being the first woman governor for Georgia. With the May 22nd primary looming over us, how
Peaches Whistleblower sparks investigation into Georgia film tax credits Deal partners with local law enforcement for new phone app Cityhood of Eagles Landing could hurt Georgia’s bond rating Georgia school district to allow teachers to carry guns What Georgia’s opportunity zones could do for small business Congratulations, Georgia New York Post coverage on white supremecist
