Activists allege animal abuse at Georgia plant

Tyson Foods says it is looking into allegations made by an animal rights organization. The company says The People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals apparently had someone pose as a worker last fall to get undercover video of chicken slaughter operations at plants in Cumming, Georgia, and Union City, Tennessee. Tyson foods says the company is committed to proper animal handling and is cooperating with a USDA investigation into the allegation.

Dozens rally to oust Michael Vick

Fifty people and 12 dogs showed up at the Falcons training field in Flowery Branch today. They protested Michael Vick's alleged involvement in illegal dog fighting. The demonstration was organized by PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

Dan Shannon, a spokesperson for the group says Michael Vick’s statement that he had no knowledge of what happened on his property is not enough. "If he didn't know this was going on and he wasn't a part of it, why wouldn't he come and say he condemns it and doesn't agree with it," said Shannon. "He hasn't done that yet, which doesn't look good to us."

PETA wants Vick suspended. The quarterback is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday in federal court in Richmond. That’s also the first day of training camp for the Falcons.

Court says "NO" to gassing animals

In granting a request by animal rights activists to immediately stop using the gas chamber on pets, Judge Cynthia Wright blamed Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin, saying the commissioner used quote a wink and a nod approach to enforcing the 1990 law.

However, Commissioner Tommy Irvin was unapologetic, testifying that the job is too big for the state, and responsibility should rest with local communities.

Animal rights activists applauded the ruling.

Leanna Stormont is with PETA … People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

She says “today is a good job for Georgia animals.”

It’s not clear how many shelters still use gas chambers. However, the lawsuit was based on a complaint that a Tifton shelter that still uses gas to euthanize stray and unwanted pets.