Georgia state senator banned from House floor after comments about late speaker
A Georgia state senator was banned from ever stepping foot on the Georgia House floor on Thursday.
Car boot battle: Proposed bill could change parking regulations
The battle over the car boot is once again in the spotlight.
Private utility wants to bypass Georgia county to connect water to new homes near Hyundai plant
A private utility is asking Georgia legislators to change a state law, so the company can provide water service to new homes near Hyundai’s upcoming electric vehicle factory without first getting permission from local governments.
Georgia school voucher push: Georgia House speaker aims to persuade resistant GOP members
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns is leaning into the push to pass a voucher plan funding private school tuition and home schooling, looking to change the minds of fellow Republican skeptics.
Georgia Republicans seeking puberty blocker ban for minors
The new proposal by a Georgia Republican lawmaker would ban puberty blockers for anyone under 18 and end access to hormones for those already receiving therapy.
Georgia primary 2024 results: Biden, Trump win Peach State; both clinch party nominations for president
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden appear to be the big winners in Georgia on Tuesday, helping them to both to earn their respective party’s nomination in the race for the White House.
Swatting bill passes Georgia House aiming to stiffen penalties
Swatting may soon be a felony in Georgia after a bill targeting the dangerous prank passed the House on Monday.
Trump, Biden acknowledge Georgia is 'key' to White House ahead of Tuesday primary
Georgia, it's almost our turn. This Tuesday, voters will head to the polls for this year's presidential preference primary.
Georgia immigration bill: Opponents accuse Republicans of exploiting Laken Riley's murder
The immigration legislation would require local law enforcement to help federal agents enforce immigration laws and enact penalties for sheriffs and jailers who don’t contact federal officials to check a prisoner's immigration status.
Laken Riley's parents decline invite to State of the Union by Rep. Mike Collins
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins said he will be leaving his guest seat at the State of the Union vacant in honor of Laken Riley, the 22-year-old college student who was killed on the University of Georgia's campus.
Mo Ivory expected to announce challenge to Natalie Hall in Fulton County
A candidate is expected to make her run for Fulton County Commission official on Wednesday.
Clarke County sheriff clarifies policy on handling undocumented arrestees/inmates
Sheriff John Q. Williams and the Clarke County Sheriff's Office have released information about their procedures for processing undocumented arrestees/inmates in response to the "ongoing speculation" following the murder of Athens University nursing student Laken Riley on the University of Georgia campus.
Father of murdered Israeli defense force soldier qualifies for Georgia Senate
David Lubin, the father of the 20-year-old sergeant from Dunwoody who was killed while serving in the Israeli Army in November, has qualified for Georgia Senate District 40.
Georgia bill would punish cities, counties that break law against ‘sanctuary’ for immigrants
Some Georgia senators want to punish cities and counties that they say are illegally harboring immigrants who are in the country without permission by cutting off most state aid to the local government and removing elected officials from office.
Georgia considers group targeting prosecutors as Fani Willis faces removal from Trump case
A Georgia commission with powers to discipline prosecutors needs only Gov. Brian Kemp’s approval before it can begin operations, possibly disrupting District Attorney Fani Willis’ prosecution of former President Donald Trump.
Dueling protests make noise outside Athens City Hall over alleged sanctuary city status
The Athens-Clarke County Commission meeting was interrupted when a protester stormed in accusing Mayor Kelly Girtz of corruption.
Congressional candidates jump onto ballot as qualifying begins for 2024 Georgia races
Georgia’s 2024 elections kicked into high gear Monday with the start of qualifying for state and federal offices.
Georgia Democrats threaten to 'Leave It Blank' in protest of Biden's Israel policies
The Biden administration could face protest during Georgia’s Democratic primary for its support of Israel.
Former Speaker Gingrich donates congressional papers to New Orleans' Tulane University
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has donated his congressional papers to Tulane University's Louisiana Research Collection.
Congressional candidates jump onto ballot as qualifying begins for 2024 Georgia races
Georgia's 2024 elections kicked into high gear Monday with the start of qualifying for state and federal offices.