Chambliss defeats Martin

Associated Press

Georgia Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss handed the GOP a firewall against Democrats eager to flex their newfound political muscle in Washington, winning a bruising runoff battle Tuesday night that had captured the national limelight.

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Phenix City to pay $120,000 to settle lawsuits

Charlotte Sierra receives $50,000, appointed city clerk; Councilor Wilkes gets $70,000

The Phenix City Council voted to settle two lawsuits against the city totaling $120,000 at Tuesday’s meeting.