DA Fani Willis labels prosecutorial oversight bills 'dangerous,' questions timing
In a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Willis questioned the timing of Senate Bill 92 and two others filed this year to create more oversight over prosecutors in Georgia.
In a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Willis questioned the timing of Senate Bill 92 and two others filed this year to create more oversight over prosecutors in Georgia.
Income, property tax refund proposals advance in Georgia Legislature
More money could be coming to the wallets of Georgians if a two tax proposals get approved by Georgia legislators.
More money could be coming to the wallets of Georgians if a two tax proposals get approved by Georgia legislators.
Georgia Senate approves 'Back the Blue' donation bill
The Georgia Senate unanimously approved a bill called the "Back the Blue Act" which seeks to help improve pay and benefits for officer retention.
The Georgia Senate unanimously approved a bill called the "Back the Blue Act" which seeks to help improve pay and benefits for officer retention.
Georgia Senate approves bill to require bond on more offenses
Members of the Georgia Senate approved a bill that adds dozens more offenses to the list for which judges cannot release someone on "unsecured judicial release" or a "signature bond."
Members of the Georgia Senate approved a bill that adds dozens more offenses to the list for which judges cannot release someone on "unsecured judicial release" or a "signature bond."
Amended Georgia budget heads for House-Senate talks
Legislative approval is needed for Kemp’s plan to use $1 billion in surplus money to give another round of income tax refunds.
Legislative approval is needed for Kemp’s plan to use $1 billion in surplus money to give another round of income tax refunds.
Georgia senators push partial ban on gender-affirming care
The new bill would ban most sex reassignment surgeries and hormone replacement therapies for Georgians under 18. However, it would still allow doctors to prescribe medicines to block puberty.
The new bill would ban most sex reassignment surgeries and hormone replacement therapies for Georgians under 18. However, it would still allow doctors to prescribe medicines to block puberty.
Search warrant: Hall County solicitor suspected of theft
A copy of the search warrant shows, GBI agents sought evidence of "stolen or embezzled property" when they searched the office of Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard last year.
A copy of the search warrant shows, GBI agents sought evidence of "stolen or embezzled property" when they searched the office of Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard last year.
Lawmakers, Jewish community show support for antisemitism bill
The definition would also be used in determining whether someone should face enhanced criminal penalties under Georgia's hate crime law.
The definition would also be used in determining whether someone should face enhanced criminal penalties under Georgia's hate crime law.
Church leaders speak out against religious freedom bill
Opponents of the bill say it "essentially legalizes discrimination." The bill's primary sponsor says that is simply not true.
Opponents of the bill say it "essentially legalizes discrimination." The bill's primary sponsor says that is simply not true.
New Georgia rooftop solar rules on horizon to stop 'bad actors'
Hundreds of Georgians have complained they fell for the false promises of out-of-state solar installers who flooded their social media pages with ads claiming solar would eliminate their traditional power bill.
Hundreds of Georgians have complained they fell for the false promises of out-of-state solar installers who flooded their social media pages with ads claiming solar would eliminate their traditional power bill.
Sen. Jon Ossoff launches investigation into Georgia’s foster care system
A bipartisan group of congressional leaders is calling for an investigation into Georgia’s foster care system.
A bipartisan group of congressional leaders is calling for an investigation into Georgia’s foster care system.
Former President Jimmy Carter honored by Georgia Senate
On the floor of the Georgia State Senate former President Carter was honored for his life of public service and advocacy for human rights on Tuesday.
On the floor of the Georgia State Senate former President Carter was honored for his life of public service and advocacy for human rights on Tuesday.
City of Mableton voters urge mayor, city council candidates to weigh de-annexation
Just a few months ago, the people of this newer community voted to turn Mableton into its own city. But, almost as soon as the public approved cityhood, a push began to break away from the newly-formed municipality.
Just a few months ago, the people of this newer community voted to turn Mableton into its own city. But, almost as soon as the public approved cityhood, a push began to break away from the newly-formed municipality.
Duncan and Miller lead delegation on $110,000 European trip at the end of their terms
Before leaving office, the two men, led an eight-day bi-partisan senate delegation to Europe.
Before leaving office, the two men, led an eight-day bi-partisan senate delegation to Europe.
Georgia House Speaker unveils mental health reform bill
Speaker of the House Jon Burns, R-Newington, announced the filing of new legislation Tuesday to add to reforms made last year to Georgia's mental healthcare system.
Speaker of the House Jon Burns, R-Newington, announced the filing of new legislation Tuesday to add to reforms made last year to Georgia's mental healthcare system.
Jimmy Carter: Visitors flock to Plains, Ga. for Presidents' Day
Visitors from all over made plans to visit former president Jimmy Carter's hometown of Plains, Ga. for Presidents' Day weekend.
Visitors from all over made plans to visit former president Jimmy Carter's hometown of Plains, Ga. for Presidents' Day weekend.
Georgia lawmakers consider reducing fines, increasing signs for school zone cameras
A Georgia House committee is expected to look at two proposals Tuesday that could change how school zone speed cameras operate.
A Georgia House committee is expected to look at two proposals Tuesday that could change how school zone speed cameras operate.
Jimmy Carter: Maranatha Baptist Church holds Sunday school service with special lesson
Members of Jimmy Carter's church congregation came together at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga. for Sunday school service, where he proudly taught a class for decades.
Members of Jimmy Carter's church congregation came together at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga. for Sunday school service, where he proudly taught a class for decades.
Jimmy Carter: The Carter Center now accepting "messages of support" for former president
People from all over the world are leaving kind notes and sharing their favorite photos of the 39th president.
People from all over the world are leaving kind notes and sharing their favorite photos of the 39th president.
Atlanta City Council debates best way to help homless
This week at the State Capitol and at Atlanta City Hall, politicians debated how to manage the homeless problem.
This week at the State Capitol and at Atlanta City Hall, politicians debated how to manage the homeless problem.