Local & State Headlines

Lee agents score big
To date, Lee County Investigators say they have seized more than $196,000 in cash and items that they believe to be bought with drug money.

Officer cleared
The police officer who shot a man attempting to rob a Tifton grocery store could return to work next week, police officials said.

New, powerful MRI in use at Phoebe
An Albany hospital's new high-powered MRI provides detailed images that often dictate diagnosis and treatment.

Unemployment claims rise 28 percent in March
A rise in unemployment claims in a month of typical decline reflects a slowing economy, a labor official says.

Farmers 'easy targets'
Investigators say farmers make an easy target for thieves looking to make a quick robbery.

Three men arrested for armed robberies
Three people arrested Thursday may be linked to weekend robberies contracted to two Albany bars, authorities said.

Robbery suspect released
Police say they have insufficient evidence against a person arrested in a Wednesday robbery and shooting.