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Rick Santorum: Global Warming is Politics, Not Science

12:27 PM, Feb 20, 2012

Rick Santorum says President Barack Obama is pushing a radical environmental agenda that unwisely limits energy production and turns its back on science.

Gingrich Aide: Former Speaker Has 'Staying Power'

11:38 AM, Feb 20, 2012

Newt Gingrich's deputy campaign manager says the former House speaker has "tremendous staying power" in the Republican presidential sweepstakes.

Ron Paul Looks for Delegates, Respect in Caucus States

11:35 AM, Feb 20, 2012

Ron Paul may not win the Republican nomination for president -- he has yet to win a single state -- but his strategy of trying to amass delegates in caucus states could land him a prominent role at the party's national convention this summer.

GOP Contenders Face 13-State Test After Brief Lull

11:26 AM, Feb 19, 2012

A resurgent Rick Santorum hopes to spring his next big surprise in Michigan. Newt Gingrich looks for a campaign revival in the Bible Belt. Mitt Romney has his home state of Massachusetts, and the luxury of picking his spots elsewhere, if not everywhere.

Gingrich: Negative Ads Have Lowered Voter Turnout

3:03 PM, Feb 18, 2012

Newt Gingrich is criticizing negative ads run by rival Mitt Romney and an independent group supporting his candidacy, saying they have driven down voter turnout in the Republican presidential contest.

Obama Campaign Shifts to Targeting Santorum

2:37 PM, Feb 18, 2012

President Barack Obama's campaign team has shifted gears to consider the possibility that his GOP opponent will Rick Santorum instead of Mitt Romney.

CNN Cancels March 1 Georgia Debate

12:02 PM, Feb 17, 2012

CNN says it's canceling a March 1 presidential debate in Georgia now that two and possibly three of the four candidates turned them down.

 

On West Coast, Obama Courts Campaign Donors

3:30 PM, Feb 16, 2012

Courting donors in Democrat-rich California, President Barack Obama devoted all of Thursday to raising millions of dollars for his re-election bid and warning supporters that a long campaign awaits.

Rick Santorum to Campaign in Georgia

11:02 AM, Feb 16, 2012

Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum will campaign in Georgia on Sunday in advance of the state's March 6 primary.

In Michigan, Romney Doesn't Mention GOP Rivals

7:56 PM, Feb 15, 2012

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney is letting TV ads do the dirty work in Michigan while he stays on the high road with voters.

Cain to Rally with Gingrich in Georgia

7:36 PM, Feb 15, 2012

Newt Gingrich will be getting a boost in Georgia from his former rival Herman Cain.

Romney's Michigan Strategy: Attack Auto Bailout

4:51 PM, Feb 15, 2012

The tactic seems designed to undermine Rick Santorum's popularity with conservatives.

Gingrich Hopes for Another Campaign Resurrection

1:02 PM, Feb 15, 2012

Newt Gingrich's presidential campaign has a history of near-death experiences, and the former House speaker insists another resurrection is on its way.

Rick Santorum Revels in Sudden Support -- But How Deep?

4:48 PM, Feb 14, 2012

Rick Santorum is the latest Republican to surge in presidential preference polls. Now he's trying to turn his newfound strength into something lasting.

Gingrich Says He's in the Race to Stay

7:55 PM, Feb 13, 2012

Republican Newt Gingrich says he's in the presidential contest for the long haul, dismissing calls from rival Rick Santorum and others to drop out.

Obama Holds Private Fundraiser at Washington Hotel

6:13 PM, Feb 10, 2012

President Barack Obama is raising money for his re-election campaign from a small group of wealthy donors who each paid $35,800 to meet with him at a hotel near the White House.

Under Attack, Rick Santorum Defends 'Good' Earmarks

1:47 PM, Feb 9, 2012

Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum is defending his use of spending earmarks in Congress, saying some were necessary for defense or health programs.

White House Attacks Romney on Birth Control

4:29 PM, Feb 8, 2012

The White House is taking on GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney over his criticism of President Barack Obama's birth control coverage mandate.

Gingrich Warns Darkly of Iran Nuclear Possibility

2:41 PM, Feb 8, 2012

Newt Gingrich kept a stiff upper lip Wednesday after his poor showing in GOP presidential caucuses the night before, but issued dire warnings about Iran's potential nuclear capabilities.

After Three Victories, Santorum Goes on Attack

2:15 PM, Feb 8, 2012

Santorum on Wednesday morning derided Mitt Romney for trying to portray himself as a Washington outsider.

Santorum Wins Minnesota, Missouri

7:37 AM, Feb 8, 2012

Rick Santorum has won Minnesota's Republican caucuses, breaking Mitt Romney's winning streak in the race for the GOP presidential nomination.

Dallemand Backs Down on Grade-Level Changes in 'Macon Miracle'

Bibb County school superintendent Romain Dallemand said he is amending the parts of his strategic plan that call for grade restructuring and longer school days.

12:26 AM, Feb 23, 2012

Warner Robins La'Berry Shop Reports Card Fraud

The company's president says he doesn't know why or how it happened but they are taking "extra" measures to prevent theft in the future.

3:58 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Two Hospitalized after Warner Robins Wreck

The accident caused Hunnicutt to be thrown from the vehicle, causing what the release calls "serious injuries."

2:59 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Mayor Reichert's Mother Dies

Macon Mayor Robert Reichert's mother died Wednesday, just six days after her spouse of 75 years, Albert P. Reichert Sr.

2:45 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Culloden Mom Qualifies for Boston Marathon

Kitty Robinson had to overcome a huge physical obstacle to get back to the sport she loves.

8:09 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Mercer Law Honors First African-American Graduate

The Black Law Students Association hosted a discussion with a group of lawyers and community leaders.

5:39 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Ejected Passenger Dragged by NY Amtrak Train Dies

Authorities in upstate New York are investigating the death of an Amtrak passenger apparently dragged by a train after being kicked off for drunkenness.

1:45 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Boy, 16, Found Shot to Death in Car in East Ga.

Authorities responding to a traffic accident found the body of a 16-year-old boy in the backseat of a car in Richmond County. Police say he had been shot in the head.

11:43 AM, Jan 16, 2012

Thefts Increase, Violent Crime Stable in Warner Robins

The Warner Robins Police Department crunched the numbers for crime in the city in 2011.

6:45 PM, Feb 22, 2012

Man with One Arm Suing Starbucks for Discrimination

Is making coffee a two-handed job? Eli Pierre doesn't think so. He's suing Starbucks for discrimination. Pierre was born with half a left arm.

7:00 PM, Feb 22, 2012

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