Georgia SNAP payments to halt; Democrats urge Kemp to use budget surplus
Georgia Democrats are urging Gov. Kemp to use part of the state’s $14.6 billion surplus to prevent the cutoff.
Kemp to lead delegation to Japan following South Korea visit
Gov. Brian Kemp is leading a Georgia delegation to Japan after a South Korea visit to strengthen business ties and attend the SEUS-Japan Conference.
Gov. Kemp suspends Towns County sheriff after misconduct probe
Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Towns County Sheriff Kenneth Henderson for 60 days effective immediately.
Gov. Brian Kemp endorses Derek Dooley for Senate
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp officially endorsed former football coach Derek Dooley in the race to take Sen. Jon Ossoff's seat.
Protesters rally at Georgia Capitol against National Guard helping ICE
Residents and advocacy groups protested outside Gov. Brian Kemp’s office at the Georgia Capitol against deploying the National Guard to assist ICE.
Gov. Kemp to lead trade mission to South America
Gov. Brian Kemp and first lady Marty Kemp will travel soon to South America to lead an international economic mission aimed at strengthening Georgia’s business ties abroad.
Abolish Georgia's income tax? A group of senators is looking into it
A group of Georgia senators is launching an effort to eliminate the state’s income tax, aiming to draft a plan by the end of the year that provides tax relief without jeopardizing essential government services.
King's Hawaiian announces $54M expansion in Hall County, creating 135 new jobs
King's Hawaiian will invest $54 million to expand its Oakwood facility in Hall County.
Emotional appeal for release of Israeli hostages by Georgia leaders
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp joined the family of Eviatar David at the State Capitol, urging for the release of the Israeli hostage held by Hamas for over 640 days.
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.
Georgia lawmakers, politicians respond to U.S. bombing Iran
Lawmakers across Georgia responded after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. bombed 3 nuclear sites in Iran.
Southern governors demand local control over red snapper management, criticize federal oversight
Governors from Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina are requesting federal approval to manage red snapper.
Kemp: Proposed Georgia Power rate freeze will help families
Gov. Brian Kemp says a recent tentative deal between Georgia Power and the Public Service Commission over a possible rate freeze is a major win for Georgians.
Georgia's April tax revenue declines 5.8% due to hurricane filing extension
Georgia’s net tax collections for April fell by 5.8% compared to the same month last year.
Gov. Kemp signing FY2026 budget, regulatory reform legislation Friday
Gov. Brian Kemp will sign Georgia’s $37.7 billion FY2026 budget, which includes major investments in prisons, education, and health care.
Gov. Kemp says he will remain involved in Georgia politics
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has confirmed he will not run for U.S. Senate, but says he will remain actively involved in politics.
Gov. Kemp signs public safety, Hurricane Helene relief bills today
Gov. Brian Kemp will sign legislation on May 8 to support law enforcement and enhance public safety at a ceremony in Forsyth.
Gov. Kemp passes on US Senate seat in 2026 race against Democrat Ossoff
Brian Kemp, Georgia’s Republican governor, announced Monday that he’s not running for U.S. Senate in 2026 against Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff.
Tort reform: Kemp signs sweeping plan to limit lawsuits in Georgia
The governor says that the historic tort reform would stop “frivolous" suits that have hurt businesses owners, but opponents worry that the reforms will make it harder for victims of sexual abuse to get justice.
How tariffs are impacting Georgia businesses
Some Georgia business owners say they are being hurt by tariffs.