SUMMARY: The jury in the YSL RICO trial has gone home for Thanksgiving without reaching a verdict, after spending two days deliberating. Marking one year since the trial began, the case originally involved 28 defendants, but only two remain to be considered. The jurors asked a few questions, including seeking clarification on charges against Shannon Stillwell and rapper Damont Hendrick, known as Yak Gotti. Both men face murder charges related to separate incidents in 2015 and 2022. They will resume deliberations on Monday at 9 a.m. following the holiday weekend.

On Thanksgiving Eve, jurors deliberated for several hours in Georgia’s longest criminal trial, the YSL RICO case, involving two defendants accused of murder.

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SUMMARY: A shooting occurred at an apartment complex on W Drop Drive, resulting in two officers being injured. As officers responded to a domestic dispute reported by the mother of a 20-year-old suspect, they were met with gunfire from the suspect. One officer was shot in the foot, and another in the upper thigh but managed to pursue and apprehend the shooter with assistance. Police Chief Martha Ramos highlighted the bravery of the officers involved. The situation caused shock among local residents, raising concerns about safety in the neighborhood, known for being well-respected. Investigations are ongoing, including searches for the firearm used.

Two DeKalb County officers were shot by a 20-year-old suspect whose mother had called police for help. One of the injured officers still managed to pursue the suspect and make the arrest.

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SUMMARY: After criticism from Georgia officials, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is preparing for the holiday season. An audit revealed staffing issues, lack of oversight, and poor route planning. Senator Jon Ossoff criticized USPS performance, citing missed deadlines and undelivered mail, and introduced the Postmaster General Reform Act. This bill mandates Senate confirmation for the postmaster general and limits terms. In response, USPS has added 506 package sorting machines and hired 7,500 additional workers. USPS officials expressed confidence in handling the holiday surge, claiming improvements made under their Delivery for America plan will strengthen mail and package delivery.

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