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Lawsuit: Sheriff couldn’t ‘stomach’ speech ‘distasteful’ to him | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-19 10:57:00

SUMMARY: Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens is facing a federal lawsuit from David Cavender, his election opponent, and two residents for allegedly censoring comments on the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page. The dispute arose after a video showed Owens calling deputies to a Burger King due to a complaint, which went viral before the election. The lawsuit claims Owens restricted comments starting October 29, violating the plaintiffs’ First and 14th Amendment rights. They seek a jury trial, $3.50 in damages, and an injunction against further censorship. Owens won reelection with over 56% of the vote, admitting he regretted involving deputies in the incident.

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RCSS: Students showed growth on Georgia Milestones Assessments for 2024-2025

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www.wjbf.com – Rakiyah Lenon – 2025-08-11 21:55:00

SUMMARY: The Richmond County School System (RCSS) in Augusta, Ga., saw systemwide improvements on the 2024-2025 Georgia Milestones tests, with over 13,000 students tested. Gains were noted on End of Course assessments in Algebra I, American literature, and biology. Grades 4-8 showed math growth on End of Grade tests; fifth graders improved in science, and eighth graders in science and social studies. Multiple schools reported subject gains, including Cross Creek, Glenn Hills, Hephzibah, and the Academy of Richmond County. Interim superintendent Dr. Malinda Cobb credited students, teachers, leaders, and families for their hard work and commitment reflected in these results.

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Delta plane clips another plane at Atlanta airport | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-08-10 18:29:21

SUMMARY: A Delta plane clipped the wing of another aircraft this morning at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, causing nearly a four-hour delay for about 200 passengers on Delta Flight 1830, bound for Guatemala. The incident occurred during pushback, with no injuries reported. The other plane involved was empty. This event adds to recent aviation safety concerns following the deadliest U.S. airline crash in nearly 20 years and several near misses over the last year, raising passenger unease. Delta apologized for the disruption. The incident highlights ongoing infrastructure and safety challenges at the world’s busiest airport.

Flight 1830 clipped another Delta plane during pushback at the world’s busiest airport. The flight was headed to Guatemala City, Guatemala with almost 200 people on board. No injuries were reported, but the flight was delayed almost 4 hours.

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Labubu vs. Lafufu: How to spot a fake doll | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-08-10 12:16:30

SUMMARY: Counterfeit Loo Dolls, a popular and trendy item, are increasingly targeted by scammers, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Many consumers have reported receiving fake dolls or never receiving their orders when purchasing from fraudulent websites. To avoid scams, the BBB advises researching sellers thoroughly by reading reviews and checking ratings on bbb.org. Use secure payment methods like credit cards instead of apps like Cash App or Venmo. Shoppers should avoid clicking on the first search result and be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true. Victims can report scams at bbb.org/scamtracker to protect others.

The Better Business Bureau is sounding the alarm after a number of Labubu Doll buyers reportedly bought counterfeit toys. Here’s how to spot and report a Labubu scam to the BBB.

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