SUMMARY: Republican incumbent Rich McCormick is favored to win Georgia’s U.S. House District 7, now deemed “solidly Republican” after redistricting. He leads significantly in fundraising, having raised $1.6 million compared to Democrat Bob Christian’s $16,000. McCormick, a former U.S. Marine and emergency room doctor, emphasizes issues like jobs and healthcare, declaring a campaign to “Revive Freedom.” Christian, focusing on “protecting against MAGA extremism,” is advocating for political change and addressing climate change and gun safety. Despite Democrats winning the district in 2022, Republicans are now strongly favored in this upcoming election.

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SUMMARY: Georgia voters will decide on three statewide ballot measures in the upcoming general election, all proposed by the Legislature. These include an amendment to create a Georgia Tax Court, which would transition the existing Tax Tribunal to the judicial branch, allowing judges appointed by the governor. Another measure proposes state-wide homestead property tax exemptions to limit assessed home values, while the third aims to increase the personal property tax exemption from $7,500 to $20,000. Notably, a proposed sports betting legalization amendment will not appear on the ballot, as the House did not vote on it.

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SUMMARY: Plumes of smoke continue to rise from the biolab plant in Conor, which caught fire on Sunday. Rockdale County Commission Chair Oz Nesbit spoke with FOX regarding community concerns and cleanup efforts, noting that there’s no clear timeline for when the smoke will dissipate. Biolab is bringing in a response team to assist with cleanup and has set up an office for community concerns, including reports of debris falling into yards. A shelter-in-place order is in effect from 7 PM to 7 AM due to shifting winds. The future of the facility remains uncertain as crews work diligently to ensure safety.

For a sixth day, plumes of smoke are rising from the BioLab plant in Conyers. A fire burned the plant on Sunday.

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