New bill aims to strengthen EBT card security amid rising fraud concerns
A new bill is set to be drafted in Washington that would require the USDA to use enhanced anti-fraud protections for EBT cards to combat fraud.
Georgia lawmakers agree on school safety bill after Apalachee High School shooting
Georgia lawmakers gave final approval Monday to a sweeping school safety bill inspired by a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School.
Senate Bill 1 restricting trans athletes getting closer to becoming law
Senate Bill 1, known as the Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities Act, is getting closer to heading to the governor's desk.
Rep. Lucy McBath pausing potential run for Georgia governor in 2026
Rep. Lucy McBath suspends exploratory campaign for Georgia governor to focus on her husband's cancer recovery.
U.S. Dept. of Justice directed to dismiss lawsuit against Georgia election law
The U.S. Department of Justice has been directed to dismiss a high-profile lawsuit challenging Georgia’s Senate Bill 202, a sweeping election law passed in 2021.
Rep. Nikema Williams reportedly steps down as Georgia Democratic Party chair
U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams stepped down Monday as chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia.
At the State Capitol: Bills on voters, school threats, booting and pay raises
Georgia lawmakers are making changes under the Gold Dome, backing off some controversial provisions in an elections bill while moving forward on several other key legislative proposals.
Georgia Senate probes Stacey Abrams' New Georgia Project
A special state Senate committee will investigate a grassroots political organization with ties to Stacey Abrams.
Georgia Sen. Brandon Beach tapped by Trump to be treasurer
Georgia State Sen. Brandon Beach, 63, has been nominated by former President Donald Trump to serve as the next U.S. treasurer.
South Fulton Council garnishes mayor's wages over unauthorized expenses
The South Fulton City Council has voted to garnish Mayor Khalid Kamau’s wages.
Dozens speak out for and against bill to limit early voting locations
The Senate Ethics Committee held a three-hour hearing on a sweeping new version of HB 397 that opponents say could undermine voter access and ballot security.
Georgia Capitol erupts in protest over controversial abortion bill granting rights to embryos
Protesters crowded the halls of the Georgia Capitol on Wednesday as lawmakers held a tense hearing.
Bipartisan push for Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve
Nearly all of Georgia’s representatives in the U.S. House have signed on to support a resolution that would establish a new national park in Georgia.
Atlanta firefighters endorse reelection of Mayor Dickens
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has reportedly secured an endorsement from the Atlanta Professional Firefighters, an association representing more than 600 firefighters and paramedics across the city.
City of Atlanta public defender faces staffing crisis amid rising caseloads
The City of Atlanta chief public defender is trying to deal with a staffing shortage.
Georgia Senate committee pushes for subpoena enforcement in DA Willis probe
The Georgia Senate Special Committee on Investigations is asking a Fulton County judge to enforce a legislative subpoena against District Attorney Fani Willis.
Georgia set to purge nearly half-million inactive voters this summer
Georgia election officials plan to remove nearly a half-million inactive voters from the registry.
Ossoff rallies Atlanta supporters, vows to keep Georgia Senate seat blue
Sen. Jon Ossoff's seat is up for grabs in 2026, and Republicans say they want to see it turn red. The Georgia senator says he's ready to fight to keep it blue.
Georgia allocates $250M to tackle prison neglect and violence
Georgia lawmakers have approved a $250 million budget allocation aimed at improving conditions in the state’s prisons.
Georgia Senate sends tax cut, $250 rebate to Gov. Kemp's desk
Some extra money could be on the way for Georgians after the state Senate approved two tax bills this week.