Georgia State of the State 2026: Kemp proposes $1B tax rebate, new DREAMS scholarship
Kemp proposes a $1 billion tax rebate, providing up to $500 for married couples and $250 for individuals.
Kemp proposes a $1 billion tax rebate, providing up to $500 for married couples and $250 for individuals.
Kemp's final legislative agenda focuses on affordability, infrastructure
Gov. Brian Kemp previewed his 2026 legislative agenda at Eggs and Issues, proposing $1.8B for I-75 express lanes and a $50M grant to address homelessness.
Gov. Brian Kemp previewed his 2026 legislative agenda at Eggs and Issues, proposing $1.8B for I-75 express lanes and a $50M grant to address homelessness.
Gun storage ban bill heading to Gov. Kemp’s desk
Georgia lawmakers have approved the first bill of this year’s legislative session, sending the measure to Gov. Brian Kemp for final action.
Georgia lawmakers have approved the first bill of this year’s legislative session, sending the measure to Gov. Brian Kemp for final action.
Georgia Democrats file ‘Fight Back on ICE’ legislation to ‘unmask’ federal agents
Georgia Senate Democrats introduced legislation to tighten oversight of ICE agents Tuesday.
Georgia Senate Democrats introduced legislation to tighten oversight of ICE agents Tuesday.
Georgia legislators return to tackle high cost of living, foster care
Georgia's 2026 legislative session begins with a focus on a $85M foster care shortfall, property tax reform, and a GOP plan to eliminate state income tax.
Georgia's 2026 legislative session begins with a focus on a $85M foster care shortfall, property tax reform, and a GOP plan to eliminate state income tax.
Democrat Seth Clark launches campaign for Georgia's lieutenant governor
A former Macon-Bibb County commissioner is the latest Democrat to enter Georgia’s 2026 race for lieutenant governor.
A former Macon-Bibb County commissioner is the latest Democrat to enter Georgia’s 2026 race for lieutenant governor.
Georgia's 2026 Legislative Session: What you need to know ahead of Monday’s gavel-in
Affordability is the buzzword for Georgia lawmakers, but what could that mean for you this session?
Affordability is the buzzword for Georgia lawmakers, but what could that mean for you this session?
Fulton commissioner Dana Barrett announces run for Secretary of State
Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett has announced her bid to run for Georgia Secretary of State.
Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett has announced her bid to run for Georgia Secretary of State.
Democrat Nabilah Islam Parkes enters 2026 race for Insurance Commissioner
Georgia State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes has launched a 2026 campaign for Insurance Commissioner, promising to tackle rising premiums and "skyrocketing" costs.
Georgia State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes has launched a 2026 campaign for Insurance Commissioner, promising to tackle rising premiums and "skyrocketing" costs.
Lawmakers moving closer to ending Georgia income tax
A Republican-led committee approved a final report outlining a plan to eliminate Georgia’s income tax
A Republican-led committee approved a final report outlining a plan to eliminate Georgia’s income tax
Georgia braces for 'wave' of special elections following legislative resignations
Georgia faces a surge of special elections in 2026 following the resignations of Marjorie Taylor Greene and state representatives Karen Bennett and Lynn Heffner.
Georgia faces a surge of special elections in 2026 following the resignations of Marjorie Taylor Greene and state representatives Karen Bennett and Lynn Heffner.
Special election called to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special election for March 10 to fill the 14th Congressional District seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special election for March 10 to fill the 14th Congressional District seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Collins pushes back as ethics review examines intern hiring decision
An ethics watchdog says a Collins aide may have improperly hired his girlfriend as a paid intern
An ethics watchdog says a Collins aide may have improperly hired his girlfriend as a paid intern
City of Decatur selects Tony Powers as new mayor
The City of Decatur has selected Tony Powers to serve as its next mayor, following a vote by the City Commission at the start of the new year.
The City of Decatur has selected Tony Powers to serve as its next mayor, following a vote by the City Commission at the start of the new year.
Feds charge former Georgia lawmaker for allegedly faking COVID-19 job loss
Former Georgia State Rep. Karen Bennett faces federal charges for allegedly filing false statements to obtain $13,940 in pandemic unemployment benefits.
Former Georgia State Rep. Karen Bennett faces federal charges for allegedly filing false statements to obtain $13,940 in pandemic unemployment benefits.
Former Georgia GOP Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan marks Jan. 6 anniversary as Democratic candidate
Former Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan reflected on the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol on Monday
Former Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan reflected on the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol on Monday
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens to begin 2nd term with 3-day celebration
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will be sworn in for a second term Monday as part of a three-day celebration centered on service and community involvement.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will be sworn in for a second term Monday as part of a three-day celebration centered on service and community involvement.
Mayor Owens outlines 2026 expansion plans for Georgia's 12th largest city
Mableton Mayor Michael Owens highlights the city's transition to Qualified City Status and 2026 plans for a Municipal Court.
Mableton Mayor Michael Owens highlights the city's transition to Qualified City Status and 2026 plans for a Municipal Court.
Georgia voter data lawsuit draws intervention from voting rights organizations
Voting rights groups move to intervene in DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted Georgia voter records.
Voting rights groups move to intervene in DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted Georgia voter records.
Judge clears path for Georgia election board to access Fulton County 2020 ballots
Judge orders Fulton County to release 2020 election ballots and records to the Georgia State Election Board.
Judge orders Fulton County to release 2020 election ballots and records to the Georgia State Election Board.