Georgia lawmakers face final full day of 2026 legislative session

Georgia lawmakers are preparing for the final day of the 2026 legislative session on Thursday as they work to finalize the state budget and major tax reform before the midnight deadline.

Georgia students' anti-trafficking bill reaches governor's desk

A group of 11 students from the Forest School in Fayette County successfully lobbied for new anti-sex trafficking legislation.

Metro Atlanta leaders urge veto of controversial election bill

A high-stakes political standoff is unfolding at the Georgia State Capitol as a controversial election bill heads to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk that would force nonpartisan elections upon the state's most populous counties.

Woman in hijab alleges racial profiling at Sen. Cory Booker event

A tense confrontation outside a Decatur church has led to allegations of racial profiling after a Stone Mountain woman wearing a hijab was barred from a high-profile event Friday.

Group behind anti-Jones ads may face ethics charges

A group that has spent millions of dollars on attack ads targeting Lt. Gov. Burt Jones could face charges after a state investigation.

New Georgia bill could ban all school zone cameras by 2028

The Georgia Senate passed a bill that would let voters decide the future of controversial school zone speed cameras in their districts.

Georgia Clergy Sexual Abuse Bill passes unanimously

Georgia legislators passed the "Clergy Sexual Abuse Bill," adding religious leaders to the list of authority figures accountable for sexual misconduct.

Early voting starts in Ga. 14th District congressional runoff race

Early voting is underway in northwest Georgia’s 14th Congressional District as voters decide who will complete the remainder of former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s term.

Large, peaceful crowds reported at 'No Kings' protests in Atlanta

Thousands of demonstrators gathered across metro Atlanta on Saturday as part of nationwide “No Kings" protests, with large crowds reported in Tucker, downtown Atlanta and Sandy Springs.

Thousands join ‘No Kings’ protests across metro Atlanta

Dozens of “No Kings" protests are taking place around metro Atlanta and Georgia today. Thousands of people are expected to gather in downtown Atlanta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Smyrna and other areas.

Georgia bill aims to return $3B in unclaimed funds

A bill aimed at helping Georgians recover billions in unclaimed money has passed both chambers of the Georgia General Assembly unanimously, state lawmakers announced.

Georgia bill to end daylight saving time clears state Senate

A bill aimed at making daylight saving time permanent in Georgia is moving closer to becoming law after passing the state Senate.

Fulton County fights FBI in court to recover 2020 ballots

Fulton County attorneys accused the FBI of showing 'callous disregard' to obtain a search warrant used to seize 2020 election ballots.

Georgia House passes nonpartisan election bill for metro Atlanta

The Georgia House passed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for DAs and other offices in five metro Atlanta counties.

Georgia Senate passes bill for hand-marked paper ballots

A controversial bill passed by the Georgia Senate Friday could change the way Georgian's vote come November.

Atlanta community supports TSA agents working 40 days without pay

TSA agents at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport have worked more than 40 days without pay during the ongoing government shutdown.