State Senate committee recommends later school start dates

Members of a committee studying the school calendar voted unanimously Thursday to adopt recommendations to push the back the start date.

Senate committee discusses universal police pursuit policy

Protecting the public and police officers during high-speed pursuits has become a top priority for state lawmakers.

Lawmaker says there's no need for gun carry permits

A Georgia lawmaker is aiming to change gun laws in the state. State Representative Matt Gurtler says we all have a right to bear arms, so we shouldn't need a permit as well. 

GBI: 'Warehoused' rape kits all tested

More than two years after lawmakers approved legislation requiring the testing of thousands of rape kits, they have all been processed.

$470M in hurricane relief heading to vote in Georgia House

The Georgia House is expected to vote Thursday on proposals for $470 million in relief for damage from Hurricane Michael as lawmakers work rapidly to resolve a special session called by Gov. Nathan Deal.

House gives jet fuel tax break another chance

A $40 million tax break on jet fuel is getting a second chance in the Georgia legislature, having easily passed the state House.

Georgia House approves $200M timber tax credit

The state House has approved a $200 million tax credit to encourage timber growers to replant acreage ravaged by Hurricane Michael.

Georgia House approves hurricane relief measures

One down and one to go, members of the Georgia House of Representatives approved two bills Thursday to help fund relief efforts after Hurricane Michael.

Speaker says Delta tax break faces 'tough climb'

The speaker of the Georgia House is predicting a "tough climb" ahead for a proposed tax break on jet fuel that's once again before lawmakers.

Georgia gubernatorial race: Democrat Stacey Abrams

The candidates for Georgia governor are pulling out all the stops with less than one week left before the official election day.

Georgia gubernatorial race: Republican Brian Kemp

The candidates for Georgia governor are crisscrossing the state with less than one week left before the official election day.

Cagle, Kemp square off in GPB runoff debate

The two Republicans who want the GOP nomination for Georgia Governor squared off Thursday night in a debate. With less than two weeks before the runoff vote July 24.

Russ Spencer goes One-on-One with Democratic Nominee Stacey Abrams

Earlier this week, FOX 5’s Russ Spencer interviewed the two Republicans in the runoff for Georgia Governor, Casey Cagle and Brian Kemp.

Sec. of State Brian Kemp talks election with Russ Spencer

Here is the full, unedited half-hour conversation between Sec. of State Brian Kemp and Fox 5’s Russ Spencer, as we enter the last three weeks before the runoff election for the Republican nomination for Governor.