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Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill announces congressional run

Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill announces congressional run

Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill expected to announce a campaign for Congress tonight.

June 10, 2025 7:34am EDT
Georgia GOP attempts to block Brad Raffensperger from running as a Republican

Georgia GOP attempts to block Brad Raffensperger from running as a Republican

Georgia’s Republican Party says Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger should not be able to run under the party’s banner anymore, but their attempt to kick out the election official may not go anywhere.

June 10, 2025 7:07am EDT
Sen. Brian Strickland enters race to succeed Georgia's AG Chris Carr

Sen. Brian Strickland enters race to succeed Georgia's AG Chris Carr

Strickland, a McDonough attorney, launched his campaign Tuesday, highlighting his record on conservative policies like the heartbeat bill and constitutional carry.

June 3, 2025 5:16pm EDT
Sen. Jon Ossoff urges CSX to improve rail safety after derailments

Sen. Jon Ossoff urges CSX to improve rail safety after derailments

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has launched an investigation into CSX Transportation after two recent train derailments in Georgia.

June 3, 2025 2:02pm EDT
Olu Brown, former pastor and business owner, announces run for Georgia governor

Olu Brown, former pastor and business owner, announces run for Georgia governor

Former faith leader and small business owner Olu Brown is running for governor.

June 2, 2025 6:48pm EDT
State Sen. John F. Kennedy enters GOP race for lieutenant governor

State Sen. John F. Kennedy enters GOP race for lieutenant governor

State Senator John F. Kennedy has joined the GOP race for lieutenant governor.

June 2, 2025 5:38pm EDT
International travel policy raised again as South Fulton approves Nigeria visit

International travel policy raised again as South Fulton approves Nigeria visit

The issue of international travel is back in the headlines in the city of South Fulton.

May 29, 2025 8:41pm EDT
Daniel Blackman disqualified from Public Service Commission race

Daniel Blackman disqualified from Public Service Commission race

Daniel Blackman has been disqualified from the Public Service Commission District 3 race after a judge ruled he did not meet residency requirements.

May 29, 2025 5:42pm EDT
Democrats urge Kemp, Carr to clarify GA abortion law; Kemp responds

Democrats urge Kemp, Carr to clarify GA abortion law; Kemp responds

State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes and other advocates say the law is dangerously vague and creates confusion for medical professionals and families during medical crises.

May 29, 2025 5:16pm EDT
Keisha Lance Bottoms praises federal court ruling blocking tariffs

Keisha Lance Bottoms praises federal court ruling blocking tariffs

Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms is praising a federal court decision that blocks a wide-ranging tariff plan imposed by President Donald Trump.

May 29, 2025 2:47pm EDT
Sen. Jason Esteves talks about his campaign for governor

Sen. Jason Esteves talks about his campaign for governor

State Sen. Jason Esteves has launched his campaign for Georgia governor and received early endorsements from Atlanta City Council members, state lawmakers, and education leaders.

May 29, 2025 10:07am EDT
Georgia House Democrats launch statewide town hall tour Tuesday

Georgia House Democrats launch statewide town hall tour Tuesday

Georgia House Democrats launched a statewide town hall tour Tuesday in LaGrange to connect with voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.

May 27, 2025 5:56pm EDT
Early voting begins in Georgia Public Service Commission primary elections

Early voting begins in Georgia Public Service Commission primary elections

Georgians can now head to the polls starting today to have their say on who can make the decisions that impact your utility bills.

May 27, 2025 8:21am EDT
Sen. Ossoff demands federal probe into racist texts targeting Georgia youth

Sen. Ossoff demands federal probe into racist texts targeting Georgia youth

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is renewing calls for a federal investigation into a wave of racist and threatening text messages.

May 20, 2025 7:39pm EDT
Keisha Lance Bottoms announces run for governor, vows to unite Georgia

Keisha Lance Bottoms announces run for governor, vows to unite Georgia

After weeks of speculation, former Atlanta Mayor and White House adviser Keisha Lance Bottoms has officially announced that she is running to be Georgia's next governor.

May 20, 2025 5:07pm EDT
‘Handmaid’s Tale’ in real life? Georgia AG says heartbeat law not to blame

‘Handmaid’s Tale’ in real life? Georgia AG says heartbeat law not to blame

Adriana Smith’s case has drawn national attention and comparisons to The Handmaid’s Tale after she was declared brain-dead in February but remains on life support due to her early-stage pregnancy.

May 19, 2025 4:39pm EDT
Challengers argue Georgia’s new maps still harm Black voters

Challengers argue Georgia’s new maps still harm Black voters

The voting rights groups claim that while new majority-Black districts were created, lawmakers did not adequately address illegal vote dilution in specific areas.

May 18, 2025 4:07pm EDT
Georgia Republican Steve Gooch launches bid for lieutenant governor

Georgia Republican Steve Gooch launches bid for lieutenant governor

Georgia Senate Majority Leader Steve Gooch on Thursday launched his campaign for lieutenant governor.

May 18, 2025 3:56pm EDT
Gov. Kemp signs another 120 bills, including one that could benefit Trump

Gov. Kemp signs another 120 bills, including one that could benefit Trump

Gov. Brian Kemp reportedly signed 120 bills on Wednesday, which was the deadline for signing legislation the General Assembly passed this year.

May 15, 2025 1:10pm EDT
Georgia State Election Board creates committee to consider new rule changes

Georgia State Election Board creates committee to consider new rule changes

Georgia’s controversial State Election Board has create a new committee to help them weigh in new election rule proposals before they come to a vote.

May 15, 2025 5:57am EDT
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