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SUMMARY: A hearing in Jose Abara’s murder trial, related to the killing of Augusta University nursing student Lakan Riley, may be postponed due to DNA evidence. Scheduled for October 11th, the hearing will address recent DNA testing revelations, including a thumbprint from Riley’s phone, DNA from her fingernails, and video evidence linking Abara to the crime. Investigators reported that a man resembling Abara was seen discarding bloody gloves and a jacket shortly after Riley’s death. The trial is currently set to begin on November 13th in Athens.
A hearing in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra could be delayed over DNA evidence. Ibarra was accused of killing Augusta University nursing student Laken Riley on the campus of the University of Georgia. A hearing is set for October 11 to discuss DNA testing.
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SUMMARY: A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning for several counties, with snow likely starting around 5pm Tuesday. Accumulation will stop by 1am, but roads will remain slick overnight. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for some counties. Tuesday will start dry with temperatures in the 30s/40s, but snow is expected as temperatures drop into the 20s. Most areas will see snow, but accumulation will vary: up to 0.5” north of I-20, 0.5”-1.5” around Augusta, and 1.5”-2.5” south of Waynesboro. Be prepared for power outages and slippery roads.
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SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump will return to the White House for his second nonconsecutive term. While Trump is expected to live in the White House, his wife Melania and their son Barron will split their time between Washington, D.C., New York, and Florida. Melania plans to prioritize her role as a wife and mother while also fulfilling her duties as First Lady. Barron will primarily reside in New York, attending NYU, though he will visit the White House. The Trumps’ belongings will be moved in after the swearing-in, as President Biden and his family vacate the premises.
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Hastings earns Masters invitation at Latin America Amateur Championship
SUMMARY: Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands won the 2025 Latin America Amateur Championship in Buenos Aires, securing an invitation to the Masters Tournament. Following a 36-hole day due to weather concerns, Hastings finished at 16-under 272, edging out Peru’s Patrick Sparks by one stroke. The 21-year-old, inspired by fellow Caymanian Aaron Jarvis’ previous victory, became the second player from his country to win the championship and will also participate in the 153rd Open and the 125th U.S. Open. Hastings expressed pride in his mental game development throughout the competition, while Sparks remained motivated for future opportunities.
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