Georgia Sues Biden Administration Over Rejected Medicaid Work Requirement; Democrats Call Alternative "More Expensive"

The plans of Kemp and "henchman" Carr, the report says, leave behind the mentally ill, disabled, and those who care for sick relatives.

Texas Man Charged With Threatening To Kill Georgia Election Officials

The man accused of threatening Georgia election and other government officials was the first arrested by a Justice Department task force.

Opponents Of Spaceport Planned Off Georgia Coast Lose Bid To Block Camden Plans

A judge denied a request to halt Camden County's planned purchase of 4,000 acres for the Spaceport Camden launch site.

Fulton DA Requests Special Grand Jury For Trump Election Investigation

Fulton County District Attorney Willis asks a special grand jury to hear evidence of Trump's attempts to overturn 2020 election results.

Federal Pipeline Standards Backed By Top Energy Regulator After Colonial Pipeline Hack

New federal powers are needed to prevent disruptions like the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack that left the East Coast short on gas for days.

Republican Interests In The General Assembly -- "Fake Solutions To Fake Problems," Guns To The "Irresponsible"

Based on initial days of the Georgia General Assembly, the Republicans' 2022 agenda resorts to preening about their so-called "bravery."

Georgia's Boom Should Soon Slow To ‘More Normal Pace,' State Economist Says

The state economist predicts Georgia's economic growth will slow as federal coronavirus aid dries up and the state's economy varies.

Georgia Corrections Prepares To Spend $600M To Replace Older Prisons

Georgia's prison system could undergo a radical change with Kemp's proposal to spend $600 million to open two new prisons.

Will False Trump Electors' Attempt To Hijack The Georgia Vote Be Punished?

The 16 Georgia Republicans assembled at noon Dec. 14, 2020, in the state Capitol and falsely certified that Trump had won.

UAPRN of Georgia Announces 2022 Officers

UAPRN of Georgia (United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses) has announced its new 2022 officers.

Governor Pitches More Spending For Education, Health Care In Election Year Budget

The state budget will swell under Kemp's proposed spending plan as a surge in revenues clears the way for a promised teacher raise.

Annual MLK Capitol Tribute Draws Parallels Between King, Gandhi

A tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. at the Georgia Capitol recently spotlighted the connections with fellow civil rights trailblazer Gandhi.

Georgia Senate Committee Advances Amendment To Ban Noncitizen Voting

Legislation that proposes a constitutional amendment barring noncitizens from voting cleared the Senate Ethics Committee recently.

Kemp Targets Critical Race Theory, Transgender Sports Participation

The next few months could see critical race theory banned and transgender student athletes sidelined if Gov. Brian Kemp gets his way.

Governor Pitches More Spending For Education, Health Care In Election Year Budget

The state budget will swell under Gov. Brian Kemp's proposed spending plan as a surge in revenues clears the way.

Georgia Senate Committee Advances Amendment To Ban Noncitizen Voting

Legislation that proposes a constitutional amendment barring noncitizens from voting cleared the Senate Ethics Committee Thursday.

On Racial Mores, Attitudes, And A Murder In The South

The idea of community was a common theme in the Jan. 7 sentencing hearing of McMichael, McMichael and Bryan (in all three cases life).

East Cobb First Out Of The Gate In Georgia Legislature's 2022 Cityhood Charge

The purpose is to "maintain the vision of East Cobb," the report indicates.

Kemp To Propose Tax Refund For Georgians, No Taxes On Veteran Retirement Income

Gov. Brian Kemp is set to propose $1.6 billion in refunds for taxpayers and the elimination of the tax on retirement income for veterans.

At MLK Alma Mater, Biden Pitches Senate Rule Change To Safeguard Voting Rights

President Joe Biden called for an end to the Senate filibuster during a visit to Atlanta's Morehouse College campus.

Georgia Power Coal Ash Storage Plans In Limbo After New EPA Crackdown

The Biden administration unveiled federal coal ash plans Tuesday that could complicate Georgia Power's plans.

Sequel To Battle Over Georgia's Election Laws In Play In 2022 Legislature

As Georgia legislators prepare to resume business today, the fireworks over absentee ballots and other voting rules are expected to erupt.

Georgia Congressional Democrats Urge Feds To End Kemp's Plan To Skirt Healthcare.Gov

"Georgia should be focused on improving access to health care, not limiting it,” said the group of eight Democrats, in a letter.

Sentences Of Arbery Murderers To Life Called "Exercise In Accountability" By Judge

I kept coming back to the terror that must have been in the mind of the young man running through Satilla Shores,” Judge Walmsley said.

Return To Georgia's Public Schools As COVID Cases Spike Fraught With Uncertainty For Parents, Students

Once again, Georgia students are headed back to school facing a sharp peak in COVID-19 cases.

State Superintendent Woods Expects Students Back In Class, Teacher Raises In 2022

Supt. Woods eyes "a successful and mostly in-person semester," he said, adding, "Our recovery is ongoing."

Ga. Legislators Plan Push To Insure Mental Health On Par With Physical Coverage

A little-known federal law passed when President George W. Bush occupied the White House, on behavioral health care.

Kemp Pushes For Expanded Gun-Carry Rights Without Government ‘Piece Of Paper'

Gov. Brian Kemp plans to make firearms a central issue of the coming legislative session with the announcement of his gun-rights support.

Ga. Senate Leader Sets 2022 Legislative Agenda As Trump Casts Long Shadow

Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan's to-do list during his final year includes a tax credit to boost law enforcement, resources for foster care.

Wild Hog Supper, Other Legislative Events To Tee Up State Lawmakers' 2022 Return

The signature January events that usually mark the start of a new Georgia legislative session are set to return in 2022 with a mixture.

It Is The Countdown To The Georgia General Opening Day

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Legal Challenges Filed After Kemp Signs New District Maps Into Law

Gov. Brian Kemp signed Georgia's new political maps into law Thursday, immediately sparking legal challenges.

State Lawmakers To Take Aim At Racial History In Public Schools, Partisan School Boards

Teachers and administrators from across the state agree critical race theory is not discussed in Georgia grade school classrooms.

GA Mother Charged With Murder In Daughter's Death

Kristy Siple​ has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the death of her 5-year-old daughter, according to law officials.

State Lawmakers Poised To Add Expanded Gun Access To 2022 Legislative Agenda

Amid recent mass shootings, David Perdue supports "constitutional carry," and Gov. Kemp in an ad "jokingly brandished a shotgun."

End Of Child Tax Credit Is A Financial Setback For Georgia's Working Moms

It had been a boost for Pasha Benjamin, a disability adjudicator from Conyers, and her now-18-month-old son Chance.

Rocket Launchpad Approved For Coastal Georgia; More Reviews In Store

Camden County officials celebrated Monday after receiving the long-awaited word that the Federal Aviation Administration granted a license.

Rearview Mirror: Georgia's 2021 Rocked By COVID Controversy, Election Rage

The pandemic pitted parents against boards. Three white men -- McMichael, McMichael, and Bryan -- were convicted of murdering a Black man.

Kemp Will Challenge Feds' Decision To Reject Key Parts Of His Medicaid Plan

The state will challenge the federal government's recent decision to reject major elements of Gov. Brian Kemp's plan.

Is Cutting Down A Tree For Christmas Bad For The Environment?

Christmas is a time for celebrating and cutting down trees – and that holiday tradition sometimes leads to environmental discussions.