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February 14, 2024

GOP-backed TikTok ban for kids fails in Democrat-controlled Virginia Legislature

A bill backed by Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin has died in the Democrat-controlled Virginia Legislature this week to ban the video-sharing app TikTok for children.

February 14, 2024

Georgia's new reactor achieves nuclear fission, should begin commercial operation in spring

Plant Vogtle, a nuclear power plant in Georgia, has begun splitting atoms in the second of its two new nuclear reactors. The plant should enter commercial operation before July.

February 14, 2024

Former US ambassador accused of secretly working for Cuba pleads not guilty

Victor Manuel Rocha, 73, is pleading not guilty to federal charges relating to allegations of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government.

February 14, 2024

Fani Willis' relationship with prosecutor under investigation

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ’ Steve Harrigan on the upcoming hearing on misconduct allegations against Fulton County, Georgia DA Fani Willis.

February 14, 2024

Georgia bill would require private schools to get parents' approval before 'addressing gender identity' issues

A proposal that would stop private school teachers from talking about gender identity with students without parental permission passed out of Senate committee.

February 14, 2024

AL Republicans aim to curb absentee ballot applications, Democrats say it discourages voting

AL lawmakers voted to advance legislation that would restrict who is allowed to assist someone with absentee ballot applications. The vote broke down along party lines.

February 14, 2024

Alabama lottery, casino bill faces first hurdle as GOP aims to get it before voters this fall

A proposal to allow sports betting, a lottery, and up to ten casinos in AL will be voted on by a House committee. If it passes, it could be up for a full House vote this week.

February 14, 2024

Haley blames Trump for GOP loss in key special election as South Carolina showdown intensifies

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley blames former President Trump for the GOP setback in a crucial special congressional election, while Trump slams the losing Republican candidate, as the South Carolina primary nears.

February 14, 2024

Chrystul Kizer, accused of killing her alleged abuser, arrested in Louisiana after 2 weeks on the run

A Wisconsin woman accused of killing a man who allegedly sexually assaulted her and other underage girls was arrested in Louisiana after nearly two weeks on the run.

February 14, 2024

Former Georgia House rep is elected state senator, current House race goes to runoff

Voters in west Georgia chose Republican Tim Bearden, a former state House member, as their new state senator, while a race in a state House seat near Augusta will go to a runoff.