Former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young: Photographs From The Past A Reminder That ‘Freedom Is Not Free'

Civil rights icon Andrew Young issued a blunt warning Tuesday that liberties won during the 20th Century are under threat, but he also s ...

The Race Is On To Replace Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene In Northwest Georgia District

Early voting began Monday in the race for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, and candidates are racing to set themselves apart.

As Trump Administration Pushes For More Detentions, Immigrants' Options For Parole Shrink

A dissenting judge, Dana Douglas, wrote that the law ”would be surprised to learn it had also required the detention without bond."

Lawmakers Push Plan To Lift Georgia's Lagging Literacy Rates

A majority of Georgia's third graders – 62% – are not reading proficiently, according to the Georgia Council on Literacy.

Bill Allowing Georgia Pharmacists To Prescribe HIV Prevention Drugs Clears Georgia House

Senate Bill 195 would allow pharmacists to both prescribe and administer medication known as pre-exposure and post-exposure prophylaxis.

Senate Republicans Sign Off On Cuts To Georgia's Income Tax Rate While Ending Some Corporate Perks

Vidalia Republican Sen. Blake Tillery said that the legislation is “tailored to address the affordability crisis for the middle class."

Lawmakers Praise, Rebuke Affidavit Used To Justify Fulton County Election Raid

A GOP lawmaker renews call for the state to take over Fulton’s elections.

Georgia Senate Passes Surprise Ban On Puberty Blockers For Minors

The proposal would also block gender-affirming care for those on the state health plan.

FBI Raid In Fulton County Relied On Previously Investigated 2020 Election Claims

Raffensperger: Allegations represent ‘baseless and repackaged claims.’

Georgia Pharmacists Would Be Allowed To Prescribe Contraception Under Bill Seeking To Expand Access

Need a prescription for birth control? You may soon be able to get one at your local pharmacy.

Senate Republicans Unveil Income Tax Cut Proposal Tied To Broad Cuts In ‘Corporate Welfare'

Tillery said the proposals are meant to help Georgians pay for everyday essentials at a time of rising prices.

Georgia House Lawmakers Go For Property Tax Break Instead Of Governor's Income Tax Rebate

The revised budget also fully covers DFCS shortfall.

Should Lemon Pepper Be Georgia's Official Chicken Wing Favor? Some Lawmakers Think So.

Lemon pepper wings, a staple of Atlanta restaurants and recent meme culture, could soon get official recognition at the Georgia Capitol.

Fulton County Officials File Lawsuit Seeking Return Of 2020 Ballots Taken During FBI Raid

We will fight using all resources against those who seek to take over our elections," County Commission Chair Robb Pitts said.

New Proposal Requires Weapons Detection Systems At All Georgia Public Schools

Critics question the cost to operate machines and equipping large schools.

Bill Making Property Tax Increase Cap Mandatory Passes Georgia Senate

After a lengthy debate, state senators voted 31 to 19 to pass Senate Bill 382, sending it to the House for review.

Two Georgia State House Races Take Shape

The ballots are now set for two special legislative races in Georgia and the candidates are still lining up for a third contest in March.

California Branch To Manage Planned Parenthood Southeast Amid Leadership Crisis

The partnership aims to provide support and guidance for staff at the regional reproductive health care organization.

FBI Raids Fulton County Elections Warehouse Seeking 2020 Ballots

Officials from the Federal Bureau of Investigation raided the Fulton County elections warehouse Wednesday.

Georgia House GOP Unveils Plan To End Property Taxes For Homeowners

Local governments and schools would instead likely rely on higher sales tax rates.

Trump's Justice Department Revives Lawsuit Seeking Sensitive Voter Data In Georgia

Georgia is among at least 44 states that have received requests from the Justice Department for their complete voter data.

Here's The List Of US House Democrats Who Want To Impeach Kristi Noem

“Kristi Noem should be fired immediately, or we will commence impeachment proceedings in the House of Representatives," Democrats said.

Ossoff, Warnock Say They Will Not Support DHS Funding In Wake Of Second Fatal Shooting In Minnesota

The latest victim, a man killed on Saturday, was identified by authorities as 37-year-old Alex Pretti, U.S. citizen and registered nurse.

Fulton County DA Will Not Prosecute Advocate Accused Of Stealing Georgia Power's ‘Trade Secrets'

Patty Durand will not be indicted after the Fulton County District Attorney’s office formally declined to prosecute the case.

Raffensperger Rebuffs Pressure Campaign To Hand Over Sensitive Voter Data To Feds

DOJ argued that the voter registration list was needed as part of an ongoing investigation into “Georgia’s compliance with election law."

New Deductions Await GA Taxpayers As Tax Season Opens

Tax season opens Monday, Jan. 26. Here's what Georgia taxpayers should know about new deductions.

Agency Responsible For Child Welfare Services In Georgia Is On Track For $48M Budget Shortfall

The earlier projected shortfall has been shrunk through the termination of contracts and restricted services.

Fate Of Ballot QR Codes In Georgia Unclear As Deadline For Their Removal Looms

Statewide primary elections are less than four months away, and the campaigning for those contests is well underway.

State Economist Says Slow Wage Growth, Higher Inflation Likely To Continue

The state economist, Robert Buschman, told lawmakers Tuesday that he expects that slow growth and higher inflation to continue.

Brown, McNeel Appear To Advance To Runoff For Macon-Area Senate Seat

The district encompasses Crawford, Monroe, Peach and Upson counties, as well as part of Bibb and Houston counties.

Outrage Over Surge Of Data Centers In Georgia Inspires Wave Of Bipartisan Bills

Proposals call for transparency, elimination of tax perks, and more.

US Education Department Delays Plan To Garnish Wages Of Student Borrowers In Default

The delay would “give borrowers more options to repay their loans,” the department said.

Kemp Proposes Tax Cut, Needs-Based Scholarship Aid In Final Budget Plans As Georgia Governor

“There’s no question the state of our state is stronger, more prosperous and safer today than it was in January of 2019,” he told lawmakers.

The Governor's Budget Sets Aside Funding For Long-Awaited Needs-Based Aid In Georgia

Georgia is an outlier when it comes to the money available for college students without the money for an education.

More Than 20 Candidates Qualify To Run For Northwest Georgia Congressional Seat

Nearly two dozen people are hoping to become the next member of Congress to represent northwest Georgia.

Traffic Congestion, Homelessness Top Kemp's Agenda For His Final Year In Office

This year, with the fight over tort in the rearview mirror, Kemp has begun to roll out his plans for his last session in office.

Georgia Democrats Unveil Bills Designed To Rein In Federal Immigration Agents

The bills seek to restrain the operations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the National Guard in Georgia.

Bill Targeting Savannah's Ban On Guns In Unlocked Vehicles Goes To The Governor

The bill specifically targets ordinances like the one in Savannah requiring firearms to be secured in locked vehicles to prevent theft.

Former Macon Commissioner Launches Bid To Be Georgia's Next Lieutenant Governor

Former Macon-Bibb commissioner Seth Clark on Monday became the latest Democrat to enter the race for lieutenant governor.

Georgia's Gold Dome Is Humming With Talk Of Affordability, Though Ideas For Tackling It Vary

“I am voting yes today for the good of the order, but moving forward, we should have an inclusive calendar,” Sen. Parkes told the chamber.