This year, a record 79.9 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, with 71.7 million going by car, according to AAA. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation has announced changes to accommodate the increased traffic, including extended HOV lane hours and minimal construction work during peak travel times. Additionally, drivers can expect gas prices to be below $3 a gallon due to falling oil prices, providing some relief at the pump.
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Critics accuse Georgia sheriff of silencing them on social media in lawsuit
Three Georgia residents are suing Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens for allegedly violating their free speech rights by silencing their critical opinions on Facebook after a viral incident involving a botched Burger King order. The plaintiffs had been publicly criticizing Owens, who called deputies to the fast-food restaurant in March 2023. Owens then implemented restrictions on who can post comments on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page, leading to the lawsuit seeking a declaration of Owens'...
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