'Hot Car Death' Father Requests New Murder Trial | Patch PM

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Wednesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

GA Father Who Left His Son In A Hot Car To Die Wants A New Trial

Justin Ross-Harris was sexting a minor while his son died in the backseat of a hot car. He was convicted of murder, but wants a new trial.

Tyler Perry Will Reopen Studios With Temporary Housing For Crews

Tyler Perry says he will reopen his studios offering production crews temporary housing.

Goodwill Of North Georgia Reopens Select Stores, Career Centers

Starting Wednesday, Goodwill of North GA locations will feature new safety measures, reopen on a rolling schedule and have adjusted hours.

Atlanta Pride Parade's 50th Anniversary Not Canceled: Organizers

The Atlanta Pride Parade planning committee said the city hasn't canceled the 50th annual parade and they're still working out details.

GA Distributes Largest Shipment Of PPE As Cases Pass 30K

Gov. Kemp said Tuesday the largest shipment of personal protective equipment to date has been distributed by GEMA and DPH.

Ahmaud Arbery: Killing Of Black Georgia Jogger Goes To Grand Jury

After video surfaces showing white men chasing down black jogger, Ahmaud Arbery, a Georgia prosecutor says he will empanel a grand jury.

Lt. Gov First GA Official To Take Pay Cut During Coronavirus

Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan cited the "severe" impact of the coronavirus on the state budget and said he would take a 14 percent pay cut.

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