Crossover Day 2024: Here's what bills passed at the Georgia Capitol
High-profile bills dealing with immigration enforcement and religious protections were among the dozens that made it through Georgia's Crossover Day deadline.
High-profile bills dealing with immigration enforcement and religious protections were among the dozens that made it through Georgia's Crossover Day deadline.
Nikki Haley brings her 2024 presidential campaign to Virginia, DC
Nikki Haley is rallying voters in the DMV ahead of Presidential Primary Elections in D.C. and Virginia.
Nikki Haley is rallying voters in the DMV ahead of Presidential Primary Elections in D.C. and Virginia.
Nearly as many abortions happening in US every month as before Roe v. Wade was overturned: Report
A new study conducted for the advocacy group Society of Family Planning found that the number of monthly abortions in the U.S. is similar to what it was before the nation's top court overturned the right to abortion.
A new study conducted for the advocacy group Society of Family Planning found that the number of monthly abortions in the U.S. is similar to what it was before the nation's top court overturned the right to abortion.
Who will replace Mitch McConnell as the Senate's top Republican?
Who might replace Mitch McConnell? Though no senator has announced their intention to run, there have been some vying for the job behind the scenes, according to the AP.
Who might replace Mitch McConnell? Though no senator has announced their intention to run, there have been some vying for the job behind the scenes, according to the AP.
Laken Hope Riley honored on U.S. House floor with moment of silence
Members of the Georgia congressional delegation gathered for an emotional tribute on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday to honor the memory of Laken Hope Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student whose life was tragically cut short on the campus of the University of Georgia nearly a week ago.
Members of the Georgia congressional delegation gathered for an emotional tribute on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday to honor the memory of Laken Hope Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student whose life was tragically cut short on the campus of the University of Georgia nearly a week ago.
Georgia lawmakers rally to safeguard IVF treatments amid Alabama's controversial embryo ruling
eorgia Democratic lawmakers are looking at ways to protect IVF treatments in the state after neighboring Alabama had its state Supreme Court rule that frozen embryos have the same status as children.
eorgia Democratic lawmakers are looking at ways to protect IVF treatments in the state after neighboring Alabama had its state Supreme Court rule that frozen embryos have the same status as children.
Bill aiming to protect IVF treatment in US blocked by Senate Republicans
Senate Republicans rejected a bill introduced by by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., who used IVF treatments to have her two children after struggling with years of infertility.
Senate Republicans rejected a bill introduced by by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., who used IVF treatments to have her two children after struggling with years of infertility.
First lady Jill Biden plans return to Atlanta, launching 'Women for Biden-Harris'
First lady Dr. Jill Biden is heading back to the Peach State, marking her fourth recent visit. It's part of an effort to launch a new campaign, aimed at organizing and mobilizing female voters.
First lady Dr. Jill Biden is heading back to the Peach State, marking her fourth recent visit. It's part of an effort to launch a new campaign, aimed at organizing and mobilizing female voters.
Head of prosecutors’ council accused of delaying case against Lt. Gov. Jones
A Fayetteville attorney is suing a state official who he says is holding up the prosecution of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. The attorney wants Jones held accountable for his role as a so-called fake elector for Donald Trump in 2020, before the statute of limitations runs out. But Prosecuting Attorneys' Council Executive Director Pete Skandalakis hasn't picked a special prosecutor.
A Fayetteville attorney is suing a state official who he says is holding up the prosecution of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. The attorney wants Jones held accountable for his role as a so-called fake elector for Donald Trump in 2020, before the statute of limitations runs out. But Prosecuting Attorneys' Council Executive Director Pete Skandalakis hasn't picked a special prosecutor.
What are bump stocks? Supreme Court weighs Trump-era ban on gun accessory
Bump stocks were banned in 2019 after a gunman with bump stock-equipped rifles killed 60 people and wounded hundreds in Las Vegas in 2017.
Bump stocks were banned in 2019 after a gunman with bump stock-equipped rifles killed 60 people and wounded hundreds in Las Vegas in 2017.
Supreme Court split on federal bump stock ban challenged by Texas gun store owner
The Trump administration banned bump stocks after the deadly mass shooting in Las Vegas, but the ban was put on hold. This comes down to whether the justices believe the accessory makes a weapon a machine gun. Those supporting bump stocks say there is still a manual action taken by the shooter.
The Trump administration banned bump stocks after the deadly mass shooting in Las Vegas, but the ban was put on hold. This comes down to whether the justices believe the accessory makes a weapon a machine gun. Those supporting bump stocks say there is still a manual action taken by the shooter.
Mitch McConnell to resign as Senate Republican leader in November
Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.
Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.
Hunter Biden at deposition: ‘I did not involve my father in my business’
Hunter Biden’s private deposition is part of the Republican-led impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
Hunter Biden’s private deposition is part of the Republican-led impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
Georgia to spend $392M for Capitol overhaul, new legislative offices
Big changes may be coming to the Georgia Capitol if Brian Kemp approves a $392 million renovation and construction plan.
Big changes may be coming to the Georgia Capitol if Brian Kemp approves a $392 million renovation and construction plan.
Michigan primary 2024 takeaways: Trump-Biden win edging closer to a rematch
Biden and Trump easily won their Michigan primaries on Tuesday. However, both candidates have cause for concern in their bid for the White House.
Biden and Trump easily won their Michigan primaries on Tuesday. However, both candidates have cause for concern in their bid for the White House.
Laken Riley's murder fuels political firestorm as UGA community calls for unity
Laken Riley was a 22-year-old nursing student out on her morning run at the University of Georgia when authorities say a stranger dragged her into a secluded area and killed her, sending shockwaves through campus as police searched for a suspect.
Laken Riley was a 22-year-old nursing student out on her morning run at the University of Georgia when authorities say a stranger dragged her into a secluded area and killed her, sending shockwaves through campus as police searched for a suspect.
Georgia lawmakers approve tax credit for gun safety training, ban on merchant code for gun stores
Separate gun bills passed by the Georgia House of Representatives Tuesday would provide a tax credit to pay for gun safety training and gun safes, while another would prohibit financial institutions from using a code to distinguish firearms retailers.
Separate gun bills passed by the Georgia House of Representatives Tuesday would provide a tax credit to pay for gun safety training and gun safes, while another would prohibit financial institutions from using a code to distinguish firearms retailers.
Trailblazer Gloria Butler announces retirement from Georgia state Senate
Senate Minority Leader Gloria Butler declared she will not seek re-election this year.
Senate Minority Leader Gloria Butler declared she will not seek re-election this year.
Could federal judge end computer voting in Georgia?
Georgians are already voting early in next month's presidential primary, using the same Dominion touchscreen system in place since 2020.
Georgians are already voting early in next month's presidential primary, using the same Dominion touchscreen system in place since 2020.
White powder in letter sent to Donald Trump Jr. prompts emergency crew response
Emergency crews responded to Donald Trump Jr.’s Florida home on Monday after a letter containing unidentified white powder was sent to him.
Emergency crews responded to Donald Trump Jr.’s Florida home on Monday after a letter containing unidentified white powder was sent to him.