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Election 2024: Competing policies shine in U.S. House 3 | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-07 09:01:00

SUMMARY: In Georgia’s 3rd Congressional District, Republican Brian Jack and Democrat Maura Keller are competing for a seat without an incumbent. Jack has raised $1.72 million, aligning with Trump, focusing on immigration, , and the . Keller, a retired lieutenant colonel, advocates for , women’s rights, reproductive , and LGBTQ+ rights. Despite her campaign winning over 50% of votes in the primary, she is significantly outmatched in fundraising, with Jack raising over $1.7 million to Keller’s $49,458. Historically Republican, Jack is favored to win the district, despite a slight shift redistricting.

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Apalachee High shooting: Colt and Colin Gray indicted by grand jury | List of charges

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-10-17 22:09:05

SUMMARY: A grand jury has indicted 14-year-old Colt Gray and his father, Colin, in connection with the mass shooting at Appalache High School in Barrow County on September 4th. Colt faces 55 charges, murder, aggravated assault, and cruelty to , after opening fire and killing two teachers and two , injuring nine others. Colin is charged with 29 counts for allegedly enabling his son to possess a firearm. Both are set to appear for arraignment on November 21st.

A grand jury indicted a father and his 14-year-old son in connection to the deadly Apalachee High School shooting back on Sept. 4 on Thursday.

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HBCUs receive $18 million grant from health giant

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-10-17 15:41:25

SUMMARY: Paris-based pharmaceutical and company Sopi has announced an $18 million grant over 10 years to three historically black medical schools: Morehouse School of Medicine, College of Medicine, and Mahy Medical College. Although the specific allocation for each school has not been disclosed, will be distributed based on individual needs. The grant aims to enhance clinical research staffing, improve —such as online chat services and pharmacy upgrades—and develop customized programs to advance the educational and operational capabilities of these institutions over the coming decade.

The grant will be spread over 10 years and divided among three historically Black medical schools, Morehouse.

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Nearly $10M spent in U.S. House District 14 | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-17 15:09:00

SUMMARY: In Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, Republican incumbent Marjorie Taylor Greene is running against Democratic challenger Shawn Harris in a highly expensive race. Greene has raised $7.8 million for her campaign, while Harris has raised nearly $2 million, leaving them with similar amounts to spend as the third fundraising quarter ended. Greene, a prominent figure in the “America First” movement, focuses on issues like defunding the FBI and impeaching . Despite heavy odds against him after Greene’s 66% win in 2022, Harris remains optimistic, drawing inspiration from previous successful Democratic campaigns in Georgia. Early is underway.

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