(GA. NEWS NETWORK)
*A Columbia County woman is heading to federal prison for a mail theft and identity theft scheme that spanned multiple counties. 31-year-old Jessica Rae Mabli of Evans has been sentenced to 45 months after pleading guilty. Investigators say Mabli was caught after a witness reported a mail theft in Burke County in 2024. WFXG reports authorities later found more than 200 pieces of stolen mail from victims in Burke, Columbia, and Richmond counties. Prosecutors say she used stolen credit cards taken from the mail to make more than $6,700 in fraudulent purchases.
*Getting out of town without a massive headache is a little easier for air travelers passing through the Atlanta. According to a recent Consumer Affairs study analyzed by Atlanta News First, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport landed the fifth best spot nationwide for avoiding major flight disruptions. Federal data shows cancellations hover at a low one-point-two percent. For commuters and vacationers alike, that means fewer overnight stays on terminal chairs and a much better shot at actually making your connecting flight on time. The best airport for avoiding disruptions is reported to be LA International, the worst – Ronald Regain Washington National.
*Economic and security leaders from over two dozen countries are in Atlanta this weekend for the G20 foreign ministers meeting. The State Department highlights Atlanta as an ideal location due to its role in diplomacy, connectivity, and commerce. Topics for discussion include global economic challenges, supply chains, and international cooperation.