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'Fund Food Stamps Now': Party for Socialism and Liberation rally at Georgia Capitol

'Fund Food Stamps Now': Party for Socialism and Liberation rally at Georgia Capitol

Demonstrators gathered outside the Georgia State Capitol, urging Gov. Brian Kemp to use state funds to support SNAP beneficiaries affected by the federal shutdown.

November 1, 2025 2:27pm EDT
Georgia PSC election draws unusual attention as voters head to polls

Georgia PSC election draws unusual attention as voters head to polls

After a long court battle, a special election to fill two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission is underway.

October 31, 2025 6:51pm EDT
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene defends upcoming appearance on ‘The View’

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene defends upcoming appearance on ‘The View’

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene will appear on ABC’s "The View" on Election Day, drawing thousands of online reactions after announcing her upcoming interview on X.

October 31, 2025 12:59pm EDT
Georgia SNAP recipients brace as shutdown threatens benefits

Georgia SNAP recipients brace as shutdown threatens benefits

More than a-million Georgians depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to put food on the table.

October 30, 2025 11:56pm EDT
Georgia SNAP benefits shutdown: 1.5M residents brace for food aid pause

Georgia SNAP benefits shutdown: 1.5M residents brace for food aid pause

Georgia’s SNAP benefits will pause Nov. 1 as the federal shutdown halts $3 billion in annual food aid.

October 30, 2025 8:21pm EDT
Hope Atlanta on SNAP pause: ‘We have no idea what this is going to look like’

Hope Atlanta on SNAP pause: ‘We have no idea what this is going to look like’

Hope Atlanta say the number of people asking for help has doubled in recent weeks, and they worry demand will keep growing.

October 29, 2025 10:32pm EDT
Georgia SNAP payments to halt; Democrats urge Kemp to use budget surplus

Georgia SNAP payments to halt; Democrats urge Kemp to use budget surplus

Georgia Democrats are urging Gov. Kemp to use part of the state’s $14.6 billion surplus to prevent the cutoff.

October 29, 2025 8:35pm EDT
Georgia Head Start programs secured by 45-day emergency bridge loan amid shutdown

Georgia Head Start programs secured by 45-day emergency bridge loan amid shutdown

Emergency bridge funding will keep Georgia Head Start classrooms open for 45 days during the federal shutdown.

October 28, 2025 7:33pm EDT
Georgia SNAP benefits pausing? Where you can get free food in metro Atlanta

Georgia SNAP benefits pausing? Where you can get free food in metro Atlanta

These organizations support families with groceries, emergency food boxes, baby supplies, and in some cases, housing or utility aid.

October 28, 2025 7:22pm EDT
Georgia SNAP benefits to pause amid shutdown | What users must know now

Georgia SNAP benefits to pause amid shutdown | What users must know now

Georgia’s SNAP payments will pause Nov. 1 because Congress has not passed a federal funding bill.

October 28, 2025 4:29pm EDT
Rep. Marcus Wiedower stepping down from office.

Rep. Marcus Wiedower stepping down from office.

State Rep. Marcus Wiedower stepped down from office.

October 28, 2025 11:22am EDT
Georgia PSC special election: Everything to know before you vote

Georgia PSC special election: Everything to know before you vote

Georgia voters will decide two Public Service Commission seats that control electricity rates and energy policy statewide. Here's everything you need to know.

October 27, 2025 8:54pm EDT
Major medical marijuana expansion set for debate in next Georgia legislative session

Major medical marijuana expansion set for debate in next Georgia legislative session

Lawmakers ended their final hearing Friday on whether to expand Georgia’s medical marijuana program under Senate Bill 220.

October 24, 2025 10:23pm EDT
Gov. Brian Kemp, first lady arrive in South Korea for business trip

Gov. Brian Kemp, first lady arrive in South Korea for business trip

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and first lady Marty Kemp have arrived in South Korea for an economic development trip.

October 23, 2025 11:12am EDT
Georgia Power critic arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets

Georgia Power critic arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets

Georgia Capitol Police have arrested Patty Durand for allegedly stealing a booklet containing confidential Georgia Power information during a regulatory proceeding.

October 23, 2025 7:47am EDT
Douglas County taxpayers win new audit committee to oversee county spending

Douglas County taxpayers win new audit committee to oversee county spending

Douglas County commissioners approved a taxpayer-led audit committee to oversee county spending and promote financial transparency.

October 22, 2025 5:49pm EDT
Derek Dooley running for U.S. Senate as political outsider

Derek Dooley running for U.S. Senate as political outsider

Derek Dooley, the son of legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley, is positioning himself as a political outsider with decades of leadership experience from his coaching career.

October 22, 2025 5:40pm EDT
South Fulton residents demand forensic audit despite council pushback

South Fulton residents demand forensic audit despite council pushback

Councilwoman Helen Willis removed a proposed forensic audit, citing a recent Baker Tilly citywide audit as sufficient.

October 21, 2025 9:49pm EDT
Georgia Rep. Mandi Ballinger loses battle with cancer

Georgia Rep. Mandi Ballinger loses battle with cancer

Georgia state flags will be lowered to half-staff to honor the life and service of State Rep. Mandi Ballinger, who died after a battle with cancer.

October 17, 2025 6:31am EDT
Multiple 'No Kings' protests scheduled for Saturday in metro Atlanta

Multiple 'No Kings' protests scheduled for Saturday in metro Atlanta

More than 30 “No Kings" rallies are planned across Georgia this weekend.

October 17, 2025 6:00am EDT
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