Raul Castro confirms resignation as head of Cuba's Communist Party
Raul Castro says he is resigning as head of Cuba’s Communist Party, ending an era of formal leadership by he and his brother Fidel Castro that began with the 1959 revolution.
Former Democrat Vernon Jones to face Brian Kemp in Republican primary
Former Democratic state lawmaker Vernon Jones says that he will face Gov. Brian Kemp in the Republican's 2022 gubernatorial primary.
Georgia election official warns Biden to stop 'lies' about voting law: 'Someone is going to get hurt'
Gabriel Sterling, the chief operating officer for the Georgia secretary of state's office, says he worries the Biden's statements about the new voting law could get someone hurt.
Stonecrest mayor responds to accusations of CARES Act funds misuse
Mayor Jason Lary is pushing back on allegations that he siphoned off some of the $6.2 million DeKalb County gave the city of Stonecrest from the CARES Act in late 2020. He insists the funds helped several businesses stay afloat in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Republican Latham Saddler announces U.S. Senate bid
A second Republican has officially entered the 2022 race to represent Georgia in the U.S. Senate.
US retaliates against Russian hacking by expelling diplomats, imposing new sanctions
The White House is announcing the expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats and announcing a new round of sanctions against Russia.
Rep. Buddy Carter authors legislation to ensure MLB is responsible for All-Star lost business revenue
The legislation would allow local businesses to file civil lawsuits against MLB for damages
Jordan announces Democratic bid for Georgia attorney general
State Sen. Jen Jordan on Wednesday became the second Democrat to announce a race for Georgia attorney general in 2022.
Clergy members hold off on boycott following meeting with corporate executives
Black clergy members in Georgia met with several corporate executives Tuesday to discuss their concerns about the state's new election reform law. However, not every company invited to the discussion had a representative present, and faith leaders who oppose the law said everything is still on the table--including a boycott.
Fulton County commissioners vote to challenge Georgia's election reform law
In a 4-2 vote, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners has approved moving forward with a potential legal challenge to the state of Georgia's new voting law.
DeKalb Health director leaves for job at White House
She has led the DeKalb County Board of Health for more than 16 years, but next month, Dr. Sandra Elizabeth Ford will start her new role at the White House.
Senate votes to open debate on COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act amid rise in anti-Asian violence in US
In a rare show of bipartisanship, the Senate voted 92 to 6 to move forward and debate the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, which President Joe Biden has urged passage of amid a rise in anti-Asian violence in the U.S.
No. 2 House Republican says GOP would act against Gaetz
House Republicans would "take action" on Rep. Matt Gaetz if the Justice Department formally moves ahead against him, the chamber’s No. 2 GOP leader said Wednesday.
Pelosi invites Biden to address joint session of Congress for 1st time as president on April 28
President Joe Biden will address a joint session of Congress for the first time on April 28.
Georgia candidates kick off 2022 campaigns
Qualifying for the 2022 election is not until next March, but candidates have wasted no time announcing their bids for office.
Fulton County commissioners to vote on challenging Georgia's election reform law
Fulton County commissioners appear to be one step closer to filing suit against the state of Georgia over its new voting law.
Georgia corporate CEOs, faith leaders to discuss voting rights challenges
Less than a week after religious leaders in Georgia announced they would postpone boycotts of major Georgia companies that failed to challenge new election laws in the state, CEOs of Georgia's biggest companies will meet with those leaders for a digital "summit."
Fulton County Commission chair reacts to new election reform law
Georgia's new election reform law will impact millions of voters.
John King running to remain Georgia insurance commissioner
Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King on Monday launched his 2022 election campaign.
Biden tasks group with studying Supreme Court expansion, term limits
President Joe Biden has ordered a study of adding seats to the Supreme Court, creating a commission that will spend the next 180 days examining the incendiary political issues of expanding the court and instituting term limits for its justices.