Dr. Dean Burke appointed as new commissioner of Georgia's Department of Community Health
Dr. Dean Burke will become the next commissioner of Georgia’s Department of Community Health.
Epstein ‘client list’ does not exist, DOJ, FBI conclude
The DOJ said Jeffrey Epstein did not maintain a “client list," contradicting Attorney General Pam Bondi’s past remarks.
White House says Trump to visit flood-devastated Texas this week
President Donald Trump is expected to tour the Texas communities impacted by the flooding after signing a disaster declaration for the area.
Tariff latest: Trump signs order delaying deadline to Aug. 1
President Trump is turning up the pressure to make trade deals this week – but is building in several more weeks' time for negotiations.
Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea
The president warned both countries that if they retaliate with their own tariffs, the U.S. would further increase import taxes.
Texas flooding: Pres. Trump signs major disaster declaration for Kerr Co.
President Trump posted on the social media platform Truth Social that he signed the declaration to “ensure that our brave first responders immediately have the resources they need."
Fighter jet forced to 'headbutt' civilian aircraft near Trump's weekend retreat
A fighter jet intercepted a civilian aircraft after it entered restricted airspace over Bedminster, New Jersey, where President Trump is spending the holiday weekend.
Elon Musk political party: What to know about the 'America Party'
Making good on his promise, Elon Musk said Saturday he was launching a new political party after President Trump signed the “big beautiful” bill into law – and calling it The America Party.
What spending cuts in the 'big beautiful bill' could mean for National Parks in Georgia
National park advocates are sounding the alarm after lawmakers voted to pull back more than $250 million from the National Park Service, which they say could affect staffing at locations like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Trump signs 'big, beautiful' bill into law at White House July 4th picnic
President Trump is expected to celebrate his political victory on the nation’s birthday, signing his “big, beautiful" budget bill into law at the White House picnic.
SNAP benefit cuts in 'big, beautiful' bill and impact on Georgia explained
With 1.4 million Georgians receiving SNAP benefits, it is estimated that hundreds of thousands of Georgians will lose their primary way of buying food.
Russia becomes first nation to formally recognize Taliban-led government in Afghanistan
Russia is the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan since the group seized power in 2021, according to its Foreign Ministry.
Trump signs order increasing national park fees for foreign tourists
In a statement, the White House said the move aims to "improve services, access, and affordability for Americans."
Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' could impact 750K Georgians' access to healthcare
What does the "big, beautiful" bill mean for Georgia? It could mean hundreds of thousands of low-income Georgians lose access to healthcare, according to a representative with the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute.
Journalist Mario Guevara being held on ICE hold in Floyd County
Spanish-language journalist Mario Guevara, who was arrested last month while covering an immigration protest in DeKalb County, is being held on a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody hold.
Trump announces 2026 UFC fight at White House for America’s 250th birthday
President Trump announced a UFC fight with up to 25,000 spectators will be held on the White House lawn next year as part of the United States’ semiquincentennial celebration.
Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to immediately resign: ‘Too late'
This comes shortly after FHFA Director Bill Pulte called for Congress to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for "deceptive" testimony.
'Big beautiful bill' passes final vote in House; moves to Trump
The House approved a final version of President Donald Trump’s spending bill ahead of the July 4 deadline imposed by Trump. Here's what the bill includes.
Trump admin withholds $6 billion for after-school, summer programs
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
House Republicans push for final vote on Trump's spending bill
The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.