Former congressional aide accused of stealing 240 government phones, selling them at pawn shop
A former congressional aide is accused of stealing 240 government cellphones worth $150K and selling them at a pawn shop. Here’s what we know.
A former congressional aide is accused of stealing 240 government cellphones worth $150K and selling them at a pawn shop. Here’s what we know.
Clintons refuse to comply with House Epstein subpoena for testimony
Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
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.
State of Minnesota sues Trump admin in attempt to end ICE surge
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
Bill introduced to make Greenland 51st state
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
More Americans identify as political independents than ever, poll finds
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
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?
Content creator Trisha Paytas considers 2026 congressional bid
YouTuber, influencer and all-around internet personality Trisha Paytas says they're considering a 2026 congressional bid.
YouTuber, influencer and all-around internet personality Trisha Paytas says they're considering a 2026 congressional bid.
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump’s ability to attack Venezuela
The Senate has advanced a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela. Here's what we know.
The Senate has advanced a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela. Here's what we know.
House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. What we know
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
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.
Minneapolis ICE shooting: Minnesota's lawmakers react to fatality
The fatal shooting of a woman in south Minneapolis by ICE agents on Wednesday has led to an outpouring of statements by Minnesota’s political leaders, both denouncing the presence of immigration officials and supporting them in their efforts.
The fatal shooting of a woman in south Minneapolis by ICE agents on Wednesday has led to an outpouring of statements by Minnesota’s political leaders, both denouncing the presence of immigration officials and supporting them in their efforts.
Gov. Walz calls fatal ICE shooting ‘totally predictable, totally avoidable’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
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
New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Sen. Mark Kelly: ‘I'm not backing down from the president and secretary of defense’
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona says he is not backing down from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a formal censure letter was sent to Secretary of the Navy John Phelan to review the retired Navy captain's retirement rank and pay.
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona says he is not backing down from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a formal censure letter was sent to Secretary of the Navy John Phelan to review the retired Navy captain's retirement rank and pay.
Overstreet announces 2026 Atlanta City Council committee leadership
Atlanta City Council President Marci Collier Overstreet announced new committee chairs for 2026, including leadership roles for Andrea Boone, Dustin Hillis, and Mary Norwood.
Atlanta City Council President Marci Collier Overstreet announced new committee chairs for 2026, including leadership roles for Andrea Boone, Dustin Hillis, and Mary Norwood.
Henry County weighs new rules for data centers after public hearing
Henry County Commissioners are considering a new data center ordinance that would enforce 1,000-foot residential setbacks and strict noise and water usage limits.
Henry County Commissioners are considering a new data center ordinance that would enforce 1,000-foot residential setbacks and strict noise and water usage limits.