Georgia governor unveils Medicaid plan with activity requirement

Under Kemp's proposal, which is more limited than other states, uninsured adults in Georgia who make no more than the federal poverty level would qualify for Medicaid assistance if they spent at least 80 hours a month working, volunteering, training or studying. They would also have to pay monthly premiums.

Funeral services for former State Senator Leroy Johnson

Family and friends gathered at Ebenezer Baptist Church Friday to celebrate the life and legacy of former State Senator Leroy Johnson.

Georgia high court affirms dismissal of election challenge

Georgia's highest court affirmed a lower court dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the outcome of last year's race for lieutenant governor.

Governor Kemp to unveil 'Georgia Access' waiver plan Thursday

Thursday afternoon, Governor Brian Kemp will unveil "Georgia Access," the state's health insurance waiver plan, designed to improve access and reduce premiums across the state.

Body of former State Senator Leroy Johnson to lie in state

The first African-American to become elected to the Georgia State Senator since reconstruction will lie in state in the Rotunda of the Georgia State Capitol this week.

Georgia to remove 300,000 names from voter registry

Georgia election officials could soon remove more than 300,000 names from the state's voting rolls.

Blackhall Studios CEO takes FOX 5 on tour

A behind-the-scenes look at one of the largest film studios in Atlanta on Monday.

Georgia school grades fall; officials call for changes

Overall grades for Georgia's schools fell in the 2018-2019 school year, with two state leaders repeating their call to overhaul grading methods.

Atlanta Motor Speedway releases casino resort concept photos

The president of Atlanta Motor Speedway is showing lawmakers how Georgia can do casino resorts differently, catering to the whole family. 

State steps in to temporarily shut down BD plant in Covington

Attorney General Chris Carr has filed an injunction motion seeking to have the Becton Dickinson Plant in Covington to temporarily cease operations until additional safeguards are in place. Those safeguards would include constant monitoring.

Georgia House committee hears testimony on casinos, gaming

State lawmakers on the Special Committee on Economic Growth heard a second day of testimony Wednesday about the future of gaming in Georgia.

Georgia State Senate studies possible e-scooter regulations

Members of a Georgia State Senate study committee on e-scooters heard testimony from several stakeholders Tuesday as they decide whether the state should regulate the devices.