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$8 million of drugs seized in largest heroin bust in Georgia's history, officials say | The Atlanta Voice
An Atlanta man has been indicted on federal charges related to the largest heroin bust in Georgia's history, according to officials. Antonio DeShawn Daniels, also known as 'Freckleface Shawn,' was arrested on July 27 after federal authorities executed search warrants on multiple locations in
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East African Human Trafficking Rings Expand Their Operations
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“Stand Up:” California AG Shares Resources to Fight Hate Crimes - Black Voice News
On June 24, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, along with leaders of multiple California legislative caucuses, urged California residents to stand up to hate by reporting suspected hate crimes in a powerful video. AG Becerra office’s website also released sharable digital resources in 14
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R4m bogus medical aid claims: Former pharmacist gets suspended sentence | News24
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Newswire: Alabama Black Belt unemployment rates consistently high
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The State That Is Too Great To Hate. Georgia Passes A Hate Crime Bill | The Savannah Tribune
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