Government Reopens After 43 Days: Trump Signs Bill Ending Record Shutdown

But not every Republican on Capitol Hill is happy with how the full-year bills turned out.

Emboldened By Statewide Wins, Democrats See Chance To Compete In Northeast Georgia House District

Two candidates qualify for the Dec. 9 special election.

Shutdown Battle Ebbs, But Trump Won't Give Up Trying To Withhold Full SNAP Benefits

On Monday morning, the top federal litigator told the Supreme Court the administration was continuing its appeal.

States Told By Trump Administration To ‘Undo' Full SNAP Benefits Paid For November

“To the extent States sent full SNAP payment files for November 2025, this was unauthorized,” the memo said.

The Ballot Is Set For Next Month's Special Georgia House Election In Cherokee County

Six candidates have stepped forward to fill a Cherokee County legislative seat left empty by the death of Rep. Mandi Ballinger.

Supreme Court OKs For Now Trump Passport Policy That Targets Trans People

Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented, indicating a 6-3 decision.

States' Death Penalty Policies Are Heading In Sharply Different Directions

Georgia, meanwhile, enacted a law barring the execution of people with intellectual disabilities.

Democrats Rush To Seize Momentum After Georgia Victories Built On Affordability Messaging

‘Gobsmacking’ margins in PSC election upend Georgia politics.

Democrats Flip Two Seats On The Georgia Public Service Commission

The PSC regulates Georgia’s major utilities, including Georgia Power, and its decisions directly impact residential energy bills.

Trump Administration Must Restart SNAP Benefits By Wednesday, Judge Rules

Trump administration officials had said the program could not provide SNAP benefits beyond Saturday.

Battle For Two Seats On Georgia Regulatory Body Heats Up As Campaigns Enter Homestretch

Nearly 638,000 people, or about 9% of registered voters, had cast ballots during the early voting period for the 2025 general election.

Kemp Resists Calls To Use State Funds To Keep Food Aid Available In Georgia During Shutdown

Food banks gear up for an expected surge in demand.

Georgia Agency Will Research Imperiled Diamondback Terrapin But Declines To Require Protections

State wildlife experts will perform a statewide terrapin survey and study methods for protecting the unique turtle.

Georgia Lawmaker Steps Down, Creating Another Vacancy Under The Gold Dome

Next year, all House and Senate seats, including those won in this year’s special elections, will be on the ballot.

‘It Is A Crisis': Mayors Share How Grappling With Housing Has Shaped Their Jobs

According to Realtor.com’s August 2025 rental report, the median asking rent in metro Atlanta dropped 13.6% year-over-year.

Georgia Board Set To Raise Fees At State Parks

The next time you want to take in some of Georgia's natural beauty at one of its state parks, it could cost you a little more.

Georgia SNAP Seeks At Least $60 Million After Federal Budget Cuts

Georgia’s SNAP administrators say they would need more than $60 million from state coffers to maintain their level of staffing.

State Election Panel Recommends Ending No-Excuse Absentee Voting In Georgia

In a Wednesday meeting in Atlanta, a trio of Trump-aligned board members successfully approved a similar proposal in a narrow 3-2 vote.

One Stopgap After Another: Shutdown Puts Congress On The Verge Of Failed Spending Process

“I think 2025 is totally unlike every other year that has existed before," Connecticut Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said.

Will Georgia Join A GOP-Led State Exodus From A Multistate Voter Accuracy Group?

Election leaders defend state’s participation in ERIC, but others push for withdrawal.

National Parks, Public Lands Feared At Risk Of Long-Term Harm As Shutdown Drags On

The NPS furloughed more than 9,000 of its roughly 14,500 workers.

Midterm Elections Will Likely See Increased Effects Of Misinformation, Reduced Federal Security Activity, Experts Say

Tech-aided misinformation and disinformation campaigns are and will continue to be a part of the United States’ democratic process.

Controversial Party-Switching Former Georgia Lawmaker Announces Campaign For Secretary Of State

Former Democratic state representative turned Trump supporter Vernon Jones has launched a bid for Georgia's secretary of state.

Early Voting Begins For Georgia Public Service Commission And Municipal Races

Voters in Georgia are required to present a photo ID, such as a driver’s license or U.S. passport, when voting in person or by mail.

Judge's Ruling Temporarily Blocks Construction Of Massive Poultry Project In South Georgia

Environmental experts say a proposed poultry project in south Georgia could cause grave damage to the Satilla River.

Georgia Republicans Say They Fear Local Elections Could Help Democrats In Statewide Utilities Race

Democrats and energy advocates are banking on voter frustration over rising utility bills helping to energize voters.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Sounds Alarm Over Expiring Health Care Subsidies As Shutdown Continues

“This is not a health care fight. That’s not where you have this fight. Right now, this is a funding bill. Simple,” Williams said.

Georgia Makes Strides On Emissions While Growing Economy

Georgia’s net emissions totaled 92 megatons in 2024, down from 141 megatons in 2005.

Trump Floats Plan To Deny Back Pay To Furloughed Federal Workers After Shutdown

President Donald Trump didn’t clearly say how he personally views the law during an afternoon press conference in the Oval Office.

Government Shutdown Enters Day Six With Talks Over Health Care At An Impasse

After Democrats swept in the 2020 elections, they enhanced the tax credits for people buying health insurance through the ACA Marketplace.

U.S. Senate GOP Hopefuls Say They Raised Nearly $2M Each In Fight For Georgia Seat

The candidates were referring to third-quarter reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis To Testify Before GOP-Led Senate Panel, Chair Says

District Attorney Fani Willis will testify before a Senate committee next month after resisting requests to make an appearance.

Six Candidates, Including A Recently Retired Lawmaker, Enter Race For Open Georgia Senate Seat

Four Democrats, a Republican and an independent have all thrown their hats into the ring to represent a metro Atlanta district.

New Stamp Honoring Jimmy Carter Unveiled On The Late Former President's 101st Birthday

“It was postcards from his uncle that inspired a young Jimmy Carter to join the Navy and explore the world outside of rural Georgia."

Georgia ends 2024 with a surplus

Georgia finances improved and earned a "B" grade

Cumming State Senator Joins Crowded GOP Primary In Race To Be Georgia's Next Lieutenant Governor

In an ad announcing his campaign Tuesday, Dolezal touted his hard-line conservative credentials.

Georgia Farmers Set To Receive $531M In Federal Disaster Aid, Though No Details Yet On How To Apply

The announcement comes as the one-year anniversary of Helene passes

Participation In Medicaid Child Dental Care Continues To Decline In Georgia, Audit Finds

A recent follow-up review found that the situation has worsened.

History-Making Georgia Democratic Lawmaker Launches Campaign For Governor

At least one more Democrat is jumping into the race to be Georgia's next governor.

Republicans Hold Onto Georgia State Senate Seat As Democrats Tout Gains In Red District

Jason Dickerson, a Cherokee County resident, had 61.5% of the vote Tuesday night, according to unofficial results.