Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know

The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.

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.

Georgia stroke survivor faces losing SNAP benefits amid shutdown

A Georgia stroke survivor worries how she'll survive if SNAP benefits end in November due to the government shutdown.

Former quarterback AJ McCarron announces run for Alabama lieutenant governor

The former Alabama Crimson Tide and NFL quarterback announced his candidacy in a video post referring to himself as a “political outsider."

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.

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.

Americans want a third party but won't support it, poll suggests

A new poll finds that many people feel unsure of supporting a candidate from a third party in part because of the implications of voting for one in an election.

Who is Graham Planter? Maine Senate candidate denies being 'secret Nazi'

During an interview, the senate candidate addressed a tattoo he received years ago of an image resembling a Nazi symbol and controversial online comments he made in the past.

Most Americans say country is heading in wrong direction, poll finds

A new national survey shows deepening pessimism about the nation’s direction, with Democrats now far more likely than Republicans to say the U.S. is on the wrong track.

Judge extends block of Illinois National Guard deployment until Supreme Court ruling

A federal judge has agreed to extend indefinitely a temporary restraining order blocking the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a final ruling or until this goes to trial on merit.