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Monday, January 07, 2013  Advocates who rally against domestic violence and child abuse are facing changes to the laws they follow.

Monday, October 22, 2012  Suspect in shooting that killed 3, injured 4 at wife's salon workplace had history of abuse

Sunday, October 07, 2012  Updated with video; Women in the community showed their tough sides on Saturday during a motorcycle ride to honor victims of Domestic Abuse.

Friday, March 23, 2012  Updated with video; Domestic violence victims may have to jump through more hurdles to receive help.

Wednesday, February 08, 2012  Updated with video; Albany police and firefighters responded to a bizarre fire Tuesday evening.

Saturday, February 04, 2012  Updated with video; Domestic abuse survivors were honored Saturday night at Albany State University.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012  Updated with video; The city commission reappointed Willie Weaver to Municipal Court Judge at Monday night's meeting.

Thursday, October 06, 2011  Darton College held a lunch and learn for those wanting to know how the legal system can help those in abusive relationships.

Tuesday, October 04, 2011  For the fifth year in a row, butterflies were released in honor of domestic violence victims.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011  Mom drives van into New York river after domestic spat, killing herself, 3 kids; 1 son let out first

Thursday, March 24, 2011  A new report on domestic violence was unveiled in Atlanta. and it shows the problem is worse than ever.

Saturday, January 29, 2011  The event was meant to raise awareness on the issue of domestic violence.

Saturday, January 22, 2011  Mystery surrounds Idaho winner of $190 million in Mega Millions jackpot.

Thursday, October 14, 2010  The Liberty House Crisis Center wants Southwest Georgians to know the 'Faces of Domestic Violence.' The center held a lunch and learn about domestic violence at Darton College today.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010  According to statistics, 1 in 3 women nationally will face abuse in their lifetime and at least one local organization thinks police should be doing more to prevent it.