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Georgia aims for 8th straight win over Ga. Tech

Published on: 11/21/08 AP Sports Writer

The only remaining championship goal for Georgia is one it has won seven straight years.

Oct. jobless rates rise in most of Southeast

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

In another sign of how hard the nation's economic meltdown is hitting the Southeast, unemployment rates ticked up across most of the region in October.

Student shot at Savannah State University

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

Authorities were continuing to look for a gunman who shot and wounded a student at Savannah State University Friday and a SWAT team surrounded a dormitory where the shooter might be, officials said.

Student shot at Savannah State University

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

A student has been wounded in a shooting at a residence hall at Savannah State University.

Rapper T.I. testifies in Ohio murder trial

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

Rapper T.I. testified Friday that he believes the bullets fired at his entourage during a wild vehicle chase two years ago were meant for him.

Ga. lottery numbers

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Here are the winning numbers selected Friday in the Georgia state lotteries:

Michael Vick back in Va. to face state charges

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Former NFL star Michael Vick is back in Virginia to face state dogfighting charges.

Neb. lawmakers OK age limit for safe-haven law

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

Nebraska lawmakers have approved adding a 30-day age limit to a safe-haven law that resulted in 35 children - including teenagers as old as 17 - being abandoned at state hospitals.

Small startup airline ceases operation

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

A small startup airline intended to shuttle busy business travelers between regional airports has grounded its planes and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Records show Lottery vendors gave to Democrats

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Records show that two vendors competing to run a new Ohio Lottery game showered tens of thousands of dollars on a political group benefiting Democratic governors, including Ohio's Ted Strickland.

SC jobless rate hits 25-year high of 8 percent

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

South Carolina's jobless rate jumped to 8 percent in October - the highest rate in 25 years - as the region continued to feel the effects of the meltdown of the U.S. economy.

Tire plant fire winding down

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

A massive fire at a tire manufacturing plant in Carroll County is nearly extinguished.

Delta to trim future US, international capacity

Published on: 11/21/08 AP Airlines Writer

Nine days after announcing new overseas routes for 2009, Delta Air Lines Inc., the world's biggest carrier, said in a regulatory filing Friday it plans to reduce future domestic and international capacity because demand for seats has slowed amid the global financial crisis.

Delaware truck drive dies after crash on I-95

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

A Delaware truck driver has died after crashing his tractor-trailer into some trees alongside Interstate 95 about 11 miles inside the Florida-Georgia state line.

Critics try to halt eviction of sex offender

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Critics of Georgia's crackdown on sex offenders are trying to block the eviction of a 29-year-old woman who is the face of a lawsuit challenging the tough new restrictions.

Corps delays SC-Ga. water restriction decision

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says a decision could come soon on whether to reduce the flow of water from lakes on the South Carolina-Georgia border.

Critics try to halt eviction of sex offender

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

Critics of Georgia's crackdown on sex offenders are trying to block the eviction of a 29-year-old woman who is the face of a lawsuit challenging the tough new restrictions.

3 jailed, 2 others wanted in College Park slaying

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Three people are under arrest and Fulton County police are looking for two other suspects wanted for a home invasion that left a College Park man dead.

4 students charged in Gwinnett Co. robbery

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Four teenagers, including three who are members of the Meadowcreek High School football team, are facing armed robbery charges.

Romney ties Martin, Democrats to socialism

Published on: 11/21/08 Associated Press Writer

Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney lent his support to Sen. Saxby Chambliss on Friday, warning that a victory by the Democratic challenger in next month's hotly contested runoff could be the first step toward a European brand of socialism.

Activist marks 2 years since elderly woman's death

Published on: 11/21/08 The Associated Press

Standing yards away from the house where 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston was gunned down by narcotics officers two years ago, activist Markel Hutchins said Friday that despite changes since her death, there is still "unfinished business" in the case.

GT further muddles ACC race with rout of Miami

Published on: 11/21/08 AP Sports Writer

Miami could have brought a little clarity to the Atlantic Coast Conference race.

Western Carolina beats Toccoa Falls 120-62

Published on: 11/20/08 The Associated Press

Brandon Giles led seven Western Carolina players in double figures as it defeated Toccoa Falls 120-62 on Thursday night.

North Carolina Education Lottery results

Published on: 11/20/08 The Associated Press

Here are the winning numbers selected Thursday in the North Carolina Education Lottery:

Thursday drawing

Published on: 11/20/08 The Associated Press

These numbers were drawn Thursday by the Virginia Lottery:

Georgia Tech ruins Miami's return to the rankings

Published on: 11/20/08 AP Sports Writer

This is the way they draw up the triple option.

High Point beats Atlanta Christian 91-51

Published on: 11/20/08 The Associated Press

Eugene Harris led three High Point players in double figures as it defeated Atlanta Christian 91-51 on Thursday night.

Georgia Tech romps to big win, but injuries mount

Published on: 11/20/08 AP Sports Writer

Georgia Tech romped to a 41-23 win over No. 23 Miami on Thursday night, but it did come at a cost.

Sykora scores winner for Pittsburgh

Published on: 11/20/08 Associated Press Writer

It's too early in the season for coach Michel Therrien to worry about the slow progress of Pittsburgh's power play on the road.

Puleo leads Georgia past Oakland

Published on: 11/20/08 The Associated Press

Angelo Puleo scored 22 points and Georgia fought off a second-half rally to beat Oakland 64-61 Thursday night.

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