SUMMARY: Jose Ibarra, a 26-year-old Venezuelan man, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of Laken Riley in Georgia. He was convicted on all counts related to Riley’s abduction and attempted rape on February 22 and a separate Peeping Tom incident. Ibarra, an illegal immigrant suspected of being part of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, had previously been released after multiple arrests. The victim’s family urged for the maximum sentence, highlighting the ongoing pain from her death. The case has sparked political debate regarding immigration policies and community safety.

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SUMMARY: During a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting, Georgia Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff emphasized the urgent need for disaster aid for Hurricane Helene victims, highlighting the significant agricultural losses in Georgia, including 25-35% of fall crops and extensive timberland damage. He warned that delays could lead to the collapse of family farms and rural communities. Sen. Thom Tillis from North Carolina echoed the need for immediate assistance for those affected. Committee Chair Patty Murray stressed that inaction results in long-term costs for families and communities. President Biden has requested an additional $98 million in disaster aid to support recovery efforts.

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SUMMARY: Authorities in DeKalb County are searching for a group of thieves linked to multiple burglaries on Monday. The crew rammed a stolen Kia Optima into the Hemp Haven smoke shop in Avendale Estates around 4 a.m. Surveillance footage showed six individuals stealing the cash register, which was empty since the shop operates cashless. Owner Deanna Padron faces a significant financial loss, estimated between $10,000 and $26,000, due to repair costs amid an already challenging business environment. The same stolen vehicle was involved in other burglaries, and police are seeking community tips to assist with the investigation.

A group of thieves believed to have committed a string of burglaries, were caught on camera ramming a stolen car into a Hemp shop and then robbing it of a register that turned out to be empty.

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