Georgia lawmakers approve income tax rebate, teacher bonuses
Lawmakers approved a new income tax rebate and homeowner relief grants as part of Georgia's midyear budget.
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Lawmakers approved a new income tax rebate and homeowner relief grants as part of Georgia's midyear budget.
Federal energy officials say they will loan a record $26.5 billion federal loan to Georgia Power and Alabama Power to expand electricity supply.
Despite bipartisan support, a bill to ban car booting in Georgia was killed in committee—leaving some drivers facing steep fines and unclear parking rules.
In a speech heavy on economic boasts and immigration claims, President Donald Trump's second State of the Union comes days after the Supreme Court struck down most of his tariff plan.
A temporary memorial for the Original 33, Georgia's first Black lawmakers, was set up at the state Capitol, but the location for the permanent monument hasn't been determined.
The South Fulton City Council voted unanimously to prohibit ICE detention centers in South Fulton, joining a metro Atlanta movement to push back against federal immigration facility proposals in local communities.
The Democratic Women's Caucus wore pink to President Trump's address to Congress last year. This year, they're returning to white.
House Bill 1009 would restrict student access to personal electronic devices during the school day, expanding Georgia's classroom cellphone limits through 12th grade.
Evans Memorial Hospital CEO Bill Lee will attend as Sen. Raphael Warnock's guest, as the Claxton hospital faces a $1 million shortfall and potential cuts to ICU services tied to federal healthcare changes.
President Donald Trump has settled a lawsuit with singer Isaac Hayes Jr.'s estate over the campaign's use of the song "Hold On, I'm Coming" without permission.
A judge temporarily barred Jones' leadership committee from raising or spending money for his 2026 campaign amid a constitutional challenge.
Gwinnett attorney Ron McKenzie says a crowded Democratic field risks fracturing the vote in GA-13, throwing his support behind Dr. Everton Blair as the race intensifies.
At the second annual Ben Crump Human Rights Honors in Midtown Atlanta, the former mayor and current gubernatorial candidate framed Georgia's upcoming election as a continuation of the progress made in the civil rights movement.
The poll worker position has come under scrutiny in recent years, and officials in White County are encouraging people with questions to try their hand at the job.
Atlanta is taking a new step to make buildings more accessible for people with disabilities.
In Rome, Trump pitched his "affordability fix," but local Democrats and business owners pushed back against his message.
After over two decades in office, the most powerful Republican woman in the House will not seek reelection after her current term ends.
President Donald Trump is weighing military action against Iran, leading an immigration crackdown, and teasing a federal takeover of state elections.
A bill moving through the Georgia General Assembly could allow trained pharmacists to prescribe PrEP, a daily medication that can prevent HIV.
In a motion, Fulton County officials described the search warrant used in the FBI search of its election hub was "unprecedented in American history."
One of the three Republicans who make up a majority of the Georgia Public Service Commission says she won't be running to keep her seat this year.
Georgia Senate Republicans are set to expand their majority after attorney Steven McNeel won Tuesday's special election runoff in Senate District 18, defeating Democrat LeMario Nicholas Brown.
From Sen. Raphael Warnock to Ambassador Andrew Young, Georgia officials and former Atlanta mayors remember Jesse Jackson as a global freedom fighter.
The NAACP and allied groups are asking a judge to limit how the federal government uses voter data seized in an FBI raid near Atlanta.
All eyes are on Georgia's 14th Congressional District as early voting begins in the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis is being laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
Experts say advances in artificial intelligence, fake listings, and online platforms are making rentals scams appear more legitimate and putting consumers at risk.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended the sheriff of Towns County just a day after he ordered an investigation into misconduct allegations.
Most of Georgia, including all of metro Atlanta, will be under a heat advisory from noon through 8 p.m. on Monday.