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Georgia governor signs package boosting benefits, penalties and safety tools

May 6, 2026 The Turnaround

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed 11 public safety bills into law following Georgia’s annual Public Safety Memorial Ceremony, joining First Lady Marty Kemp, lawmakers and law enforcement officials for what his office framed as a package aimed at recruitment, retention, benefits and tougher penalties for certain crimes.

Azzariti: WHCD shooting must be a wake-up call to tone down dangerous political rhetoric

April 26, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

New Jersey Assemblyman John Azzariti Jr. called the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner a “wake-up call” for leaders, the media and political figures across the country to immediately dial back the toxic rhetoric that is fueling anger and violence.

Trump orders continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, holding off Iran attack for now

April 21, 2026 The Turnaround

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he ordered the military to continue its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and hold off on a broader attack on Iran until the country’s “fractured” government can offer up a peace plan proposal.

Trump addresses nation on U.S. military strikes against Iran

April 2, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

In a primetime address to the nation on Wednesday, President Trump highlighted what he dubbed the extraordinary achievements of the U.S. military, saying it has delivered swift, overwhelming blows to the Iranian regime.

Six killed after KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashes in western Iraq

March 13, 2026 The Turnaround

Six crew members aboard a U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury have been confirmed dead, U.S. Central Command said in a statement.

Trump signs order targeting drug cartels

March 7, 2026 The Turnaround

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Saturday declaring that criminal cartels and foreign terrorist organizations operating in the Western Hemisphere should be “demolished” to the fullest extent allowed by law.

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Novel concept: Georgia House passes bill to keep tabs on spending

March 6, 2026 The Turnaround

The Georgia House has passed a bill that would create a new Georgia House committee to keep closer tabs on how state dollars are planned, spent and accounted for.

Nothing else to do? Lawmaker rages as ‘lemon pepper’ bill stalls

March 6, 2026 The Turnaround

Georgia Rep. Eric Bell wants Georgians to believe the real crisis under the Gold Dome isn’t affordability or taxes. Rather, it’s lemon pepper wings.

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Georgia Sen. Elena Parent announces retirement from state Senate

March 5, 2026 The Turnaround

State Sen. Elena Parent, a Democrat from Atlanta and a member of Senate leadership, said Thursday she will not seek re-election, ending a legislative run that has spanned both chambers under the Gold Dome.

Department of War identifies Army casualties in Operation Epic Fury

March 4, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Department of War announced the death of four Army Reserve Soldiers who were supporting Operation Epic Fury.

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