GOP, Called "Playing Into The Big Lie," Has Its Recent Plans Falter, Report Says

Republican legislators failed on "plans to open up ballots to public inspection and add new chain-of-custody procedures."

With But 15 Minutes For Democrats To See It, Republicans Slip Through Language Attacking LGBTQ Students

Republicans used a last-minute maneuver on language that could lead to banning transgender athletes from playing on girls' sports teams.

Tiger Woods On Track To Play In Masters 2022 This Week

The golf legend announced his intention to return to play after a 17-month hiatus caused by a car crash.

Flash Flood Warning In Atlanta Metro Tuesday Night

A line of strong thunderstorms that hit north Georgia on Tuesday have left many at risk of flash flooding and a possible tornado.

Georgia Gov. Kemp Set To Sign Gun Law Allowing People To Carry Without A License

“The proliferation of weapons without safeguards is what makes our streets dangerous and causes so much bloodshed” -- Democratic Sen. Parent

Bill Shielding Georgia Farmers From Nuisance Suits Passes Senate

The controversial proposal would make it harder for landowners to file a nuisance claim against a neighboring agricultural producer.

Georgia Recess Requirement Bill Awaits Kemp's Signature

Georgia's more than 740,000 public elementary school students could be spending more time climbing on jungle gyms and racing down slides.

Georgia Lawmakers Race To Beat Monday Deadline To Get Pet Bills Passed

Today's the final day for a bill to land on the governor's desk for the year, and there are several pivotal questions left to be answered.

Georgia's 10 Most Affordable Communities: Report

Cusseta is Georgia's most affordable place to live. A data company crunched numbers to find pockets of affordability in the state.

Georgia House Panel Advances Cash Bail Bill As Clock Winds Down On 2022 Legislature

The bill's fate occurs just days before the state's 2022 legislative session's scheduled end Monday.

GA Weekend Events: Artisan Wine Tasting, Family Dance Party

There are several events taking place this weekend across Metro Atlanta. There's a family dance party in Alpharetta.

Georgia House Republicans Approve Bill To Allow Carrying Guns Without A License

Georgia is expected to soon become the latest state where people can carry firearms in public without a license.

Georgia Lawmakers Unanimously Pass Bill To Overhaul Mental Health Services

A sweeping mental health bill meant to lift Georgia from near the bottom when it comes to access to treatment is on its way.

'Extremely High' Pollen Count Torments Metro Atlanta, Tips To Cope

Metro Atlanta recorded a pollen count in the extremely high range for the 2nd straight day; the highest since April 2021. How do you cope?

Is Banning School Mask Mandates And Vaccine ‘Passports' Premature, Or Justified? Kemp Bill Criticized

Democrats said Kemp is "playing pandemic politics" with this action, and it is "about power," not dealing with a virus.

Georgia Senators Gut Proposed Voting Overhaul After Election Director Objections

A Georgia Senate panel gutted a sweeping House election bill that was roundly opposed by voting rights groups and local election directors.

Severe Weather, High Winds Expected Wednesday In GA

Storms may become severe overnight in Georgia, with potentially high wind gusts, brief tornadoes, and heavy rain.

State Senate Panel Pushes Film Tax Break Cap In Altered Income Tax Cut Plan

A Senate panel has drastically revamped the House's income tax cut proposal and tethered it to new limits on the state's film tax credit.

Georgia House Panel Opens Path To Legalized Sports Betting, Other Wagering

The age-old debate over expanded legalized gambling is back in the Georgia Legislature after a House committee voted to open its doors.

Georgia Senators Weaken Mental Health Bill Parity Rules, Remove WHO Mentions

A Senate panel has scaled back a sweeping mental health proposal following loud opposition from conservative activists.

Local Officials Tell Georgia Senators Election Bill Would Be Wasteful

Local elected officials urged a Senate panel to remove portions of the sweeping election bill they claim would waste valuable resources.

2nd COVID Booster Given OK For 50+, Immunocompromised In Georgia

Those eligible can get either the Pfizer or Moderna booster at least four months after getting the first booster from either manufacturer.

Georgia Legislation Intended To Punish Protesters Attracts "Wide Range Of Critics," Report Says

Legislation intended to crack down on unruly protesters – and that detractors argue could chill free speech and assembly – appears in limbo.

Georgia Republicans Accused Of Being "Unwilling To Stop The Crazy On The Right"

"There's something dangerous beneath the surface of this bill," said State Rep. Josh McLaurin, a Sandy Springs Democrat.

In Reality There Is Magic In The Books We Read, As The GOP Attempts To Ban Books -- Commentary

I love curling up with a good book. Cup of tea in one hand, balancing the book in the other. Time flies as I am transported away.

Warnock Pushes To Lower Drug Prices For Seniors, Diabetics

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock announced a plan to lower drug costs for seniors -- his latest efforts to revive provisions of a stalled bill.

Advocates Cheer Bump In Funding For Disability Services, But Hope For More

State lawmakers will boost funding for services for people with disabilities in next year's budget, though thousands will stay on wait-list.

Two Parents' Rights Bills Inch Closer To Becoming Law

A once-controversial bill seeking to protect parents from being removed from local school board meetings sailed through a House committee.

Backers Of Mental Health Bill Defend Proposal After Sudden Pushback

Supporters of a sweeping mental health bill are defending the proposal after it was met with spirited opposition in the Senate this week.

GA Weekend Events: Candle Making With Alpacas, Girl Scout Coding

The Children's Museum of Atlanta will offer a Girl Scout coding workshop Saturday. Learn to make candles with alpacas in Douglasville.

AccuWeather Has Bad News For Georgia Spring Allergy Sufferers

Moderate temperatures and multiple rounds of rain in Georgia are likely to make tree pollen “worse than anywhere in the country.”

Extra Tax Refund Heading To Eligible Georgians As Kemp Signs Law

Using over $1 billion in state surplus money, Gov. Brian Kemp signed a bill providing an additional tax refund for eligible Georgians.

State Lawmakers Line Up Behind Bipartisan Plan To Compensate Police Suicide Survivors

A bipartisan group of Georgia lawmakers is working to get a bill across the Legislature's finish line that would remove barriers.

House Committee Advances Bills Aimed At Curbing Georgia's Maternal Deaths

A pair of proposals designed to help curb maternal deaths in Georgia easily cleared a House panel Tuesday.

Georgia House Considers Bill That Would Keep Felons Locked Up, And Precluded From Treatment

District attorneys, a criminal defense lawyers' group, and civil rights advocates Monday warned on the bill's dangers, the report states.

Georgia Lawmakers Close In On Ban To Prevent Schools From Requiring Masks

Democratic Representative Becky Evans said she is very concerned if there would be no mandate to require, as they "help keep schools open."

House Speaker's Priority Mental Health Reforms Run Into Senate Buzzsaw

House Speaker David Ralston's sweeping mental health bill is picking up loud opposition in the Senate.

Gas Tax Suspension Signed Into Law, Will Last Through May 31

A plan to temporarily suspend Georgia's motor fuel tax in the wake of sky-high gasoline prices was made official Friday afternoon.

Bill Declaring Open Season On Raccoons To Protect Turkey Eggs Could Miss The Mark

There's a battle raging in Georgia between turkeys and raccoons, lawmakers say. They're stepping in on the side of the "gobblers."

Latest Election Overhaul On State Senate Agenda Would "Intimidate Election Workers"

A Georgia Senate panel could take up as early as Monday a sweeping voting bill that's raising alarms over concerns to its provisions.