Eligible taxpayers are receiving up to $500 in special tax refunds as state officials begin issuing the rebates, Gov. Brian Kemp said.
The "where's my surplus refund" tool, used to track eligibility for $1.2 billion rebates, is now live for the 2025 tax season in Georgia.
The race to fill the soon-vacant governor's seat is on, and early voters can now head to the polls to make their choices in GA's primary.
Officials told Patch when eligible taxpayers can expect up to $500, totaling $1.2 billion in rebates the state will return to GA residents.
U.S. Rep. David Scott, who represented six major Georgia counties and advocated for children and veterans, died at age 80.
The 2026 election will determine Georgia's next governor, with several contenders aiming to replace Gov. Brian Kemp.
The GOP winner of a runoff in GA's U.S. House District 14 drew support from President Trump. But the margin of victory gives Democrats hope.
A bill awaiting Gov. Brian Kemp's signature makes adjustments to Georgia's medical marijuana program.
Another wave of No Kings protests will take place in cities across the country on Saturday, including in multiple places in Georgia.
Georgia's most popular airports have been flagged by the FAA for having "hot spots" where collisions and confusion are possible.
Georgia currently recognizes Eastern Standard Time, but that could end after senators passed a bill to end twice-year time changes.
Revenue officials told Patch preparation was underway to send $1.2 billion in tax refunds to Georgians.
The GA Senate approved a 60-day gas tax suspension and sent it to Gov. Kemp as some federal workers go unpaid due to a government shutdown.
The proposed gas tax suspension comes as war in Iran increases oil and gas prices and a partial government shutdown affects federal workers.
Another one-time income tax rebate was approved Monday by Georgia lawmakers with the passage of HB 1000.
More than $2 billion in property tax relief is heading Georgians' way after Gov. Brian Kemp's latest move.
The state's amended FY 2026 budget includes $1 billion in income tax rebates for Georgians and $2,000 in state employee bonuses.
A House committee approved a bill that would make lemon pepper Georgia's official state chicken wing flavor, a media report says.
Congressional Democrats and small business advocates say Main Street businesses should be first in line for tariff refunds.
By a 6-3 vote Friday, the justices said the president violated federal law by imposing sweeping tariffs around the world. GA leaders react.
This comes nearly a month after Gov. Brian Kemp proposed a third round of income tax rebates for Georgia taxpayers.
A $45 “ConfirmID” fee will be issued for Georgia domestic air travelers who have not secured their Real IDs.
Fulton County officials and President Donald Trump have accused each other of misconduct in the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.
U.S. senators will vote on an overall $64.4 billion bid to fund Homeland Security in an effort to avoid a partial government shutdown.
Georgia taxpayers would receive up to $500 per person in tax rebates under Gov. Brian Kemp's final budget proposal.
Overall, consumers are still paying about 1.9 percent more for groceries than they were a year ago.
The National Park Service will allow free entry to its sites on President Donald Trump's birthday but not on Juneteenth or MLK Jr. Day.
SNAP rules now include more "able-bodied" adults, as well as military veterans, homeless people and young adults aging out of foster care.
Here's how Georgians can open a "Trump Account," a new savings tool where money is invested in the stock market on behalf of a child.
The ruling ended the last effort to punish the president in the courts for his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.
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Georgia-based Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is resigning from office, leaving her former opponent vying to replace her.
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been the target of a bomb threat and fake pizza deliveries after cutting ties with Pres. Donald Trump.
See when federal workers in Georgia are expected to receive their "superchecks" after a 43-day government shutdown has ended.
The measure funds much of the government through Jan. 30 and provides funding for some agencies through the end of next September.
President Donald Trump advised giving most Americans at least $2,000 from tariff revenue collected by his administration.
Georgia officials announced a plan for releasing partial EBT benefits for families receiving food assistance during the shutdown.
A group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies. See what this means for Georgia.
ATL Mayor Andre Dickens defeated three challengers in his re-election bid, receiving more than 80 percent of votes cast in early returns.
Atlanta City Council incumbents led the charge in the 2025 general election. See updated results.