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Rivian back in the driver’s seat with $6B loan for Georgia plant | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-26 07:15:00

SUMMARY: Plans for an electric vehicle plant in Social Circle, Georgia, are back on track thanks to a proposed $6 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy to Rivian. The loan, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, includes an additional $600,000 in capitalized interest. The plant, initially delayed due to legal challenges and controversy over $1.5 billion in state incentives, is expected to create 7,500 jobs by 2030. Rivian plans to produce 400,000 vehicles annually, with the first phase completing by 2028. This project supports the Biden administration’s goal of electric vehicles making up half of all new car sales by 2030.

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Storms and heat return for Juneteenth

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www.wjbf.com – Miller Hyatt – 2025-06-18 22:53:00

SUMMARY: Wednesday night brings spotty showers and storms mainly in southern counties, while most of the CSRA remains dry with lows in the low to mid 70s. Thursday, Juneteenth, will be hot and humid with highs in the lower 90s, fueling an approaching cold front. This front will bring showers and thunderstorms late afternoon and evening, with a marginal severe weather risk mainly from damaging winds. Friday, the front stalls near the coast, bringing drier air and isolated showers southeast of I-20, with highs near 90. Over the weekend into next week, a heat dome will raise heat indexes to 102-106°F, possibly prompting Heat Advisories.

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Reported shark attack on HHI

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www.wsav.com – Ava Cartes – 2025-06-18 11:31:00

SUMMARY: On Hilton Head Island, HHIFR responded to a medical emergency involving a possible shark bite. Shore Beach Services and HHIFR provided care, deeming the injury non-life threatening before the person was airlifted to Savannah. According to the Georgia Aquarium, shark bites are rare, with humans not considered prey. If you spot a shark while swimming, stay calm, exit the water, maintain eye contact, and stick together if in a group. Most attacks are curiosity-driven; never feed or touch sharks. Warning signs of aggression include specific swimming patterns and low-light activity. Remember, shark attacks are far less likely than other beach hazards.

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Arrested reporter now in ICE custody | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-06-18 08:25:26

SUMMARY: Journalist Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran-born reporter, was arrested during a protest in DeKalb County while broadcasting live. Charged with obstruction, unlawful assembly, and walking on the roadway, he received a signature bond but remained jailed due to a 48-hour ICE hold. Early Wednesday morning, Guevara was transferred to ICE custody, beginning a possible deportation process. His lawyer, who argues the arrest was unwarranted, confirmed Guevara lacks legal status but has work authorization and is pursuing a green card. Known for reporting on immigration issues, Guevara has a large following. The incident raises concerns about press freedom and immigration enforcement.

Metro Atlanta journalist Mario Guevara, known for his coverage of immigration raids and advocacy for immigrant communities, was arrested Saturday during a protest in DeKalb County. He is now in custody of ICE and is facing deportation. STORY: https://tinyurl.com/32n52b9a

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