Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals

Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.

• Feb 4

Georgia Power critic cleared of trade secrets charges

A frequent critic of Georgia Power who was arrested in October for allegedly taking a notebook labeled "Georgia Power Trade Secrets" will not be prosecuted.

• Jan 27

Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia PSC

Dr. Alicia Johnson made history during her ceremonial swearing-in this week, becoming the first Black woman and first Democratic woman elected to the Georgia Public Service Commission.

• Dec 29, 2025

Georgia Leader slams PSC vote as "welfare for Big Tech billionaires"

The commission voted along party lines to approve the agreement, replacing earlier estimates that had warned of possible bill increases following an updated staff analysis.

• Dec 23, 2025

Georgia regulators approve huge electric generation increase

Georgia's only private electric utility will spend more than $16 billion to boost its power capacity by 50%.

• Dec 21, 2025

Georgia Power installs high-efficiency natural gas turbines at Plant Yates

Utility leaders say new state-of-the-art turbines at one of Georgia's oldest power plants could lower fuel costs for customers while bringing hundreds of construction jobs - and potentially thousands more statewide.

• Dec 18, 2025

Georgians feeling holiday power bill pains, but relief may be on the way

Since January, the average family in Georgia has been paying 13% more for electricity, and that pain can be felt more during the holidays.

• Dec 8, 2025

Race for Georgia Public Service Commission gets in the spotlight

What normally is a quiet race for Georgia PSC has become a high-profile fight between Republicans and Democrats.

• Oct 21, 2025