Henry County fires County Manager Cheri Matthews

Henry County commissioners dismissed County Manager Cheri Matthews on Wednesday, effective immediately.

Longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott dies at 80

David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.

Georgia election officials at odds over July 1 QR code deadline

As early voting preparations begin for Georgia’s primary elections, a state mandate to overhaul how ballots are counted has sparked a high-profile clash at the State Capitol.

Why Georgia's voting machines could change before November

Georgia election officials are navigating a looming legal deadline that could fundamentally change how votes are counted.

Gov. Kemp backs Derek Dooley in Georgia Senate race

Republican candidate and former football coach Derek Dooley kicked off a two-day campaign blitz Wednesday to build momentum in the high-stakes race for a Georgia U.S. Senate seat.

Rep. Clay Fuller sworn in to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Rep. Clay Fuller has been sworn in to represent Georgia's 14th District, filling the seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Rep. Clay Fuller sworn into Congress
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Clay Fuller, who was elected last week to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, was sworn into office Tuesday. 

NW Georgia lawmaker apologizes for blackface photo

A northwest Georgia lawmaker facing re-election is apologizing after a photo surfaced showing him accused of wearing blackface while impersonating rapper Kanye West.

Georgia governor candidates to hold town hall in Atlanta

Multiple candidates for Georgia governor will gather for a town hall at Georgia State University this Saturday.

Protesters rally in Athens during JD Vance visit to UGA area

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Akins Ford Arena in Athens Tuesday to rally against the Trump administration and Vice President JD Vance's appearance.

JD Vance talks Iran 'grand bargain' and housing at Georgia event

Vice President JD Vance joined Turning Point USA in Athens to discuss the administration's economic and foreign policy goals.

Erika Kirk misses Georgia Turning Point USA event over safety concerns

Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.

Sen. Ossoff pushing local say on ICE facilities

A new proposal backed by U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff could give local communities more control over immigration detention centers.

Debate scheduled for 3 Democrats running for Georgia governor

Three Democratic candidates running for Georgia governor are set to face off in an upcoming debate, giving voters a closer look at their platforms ahead of the election.

Clay Fuller headed to D.C. after beating Shawn Harris

Republican Clay Fuller is headed to Washington after winning the 14th Congressional District race Tuesday, but Democrats say the close results prove they are making inroads in one of Georgia's most conservative areas.

Georgia's 14th District: Republican Clay Fuller declares victory

Clay Fuller, an attorney and military officer, secured the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene before her resignation.