Georgia’s leadership committees fuel high-dollar arms race in 2026 governor’s race

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Georgia’s leadership committees fuel high-dollar arms race in 2026 governor’s race

Georgia’s leadership committees fuel high-dollar arms race in 2026 governor’s race A $526,000 donation from an anti-tax political group to Lt. Gov. Burt Jones underscores how Georgia’s powerful “leadership committees” are reshaping the 2026 governor’s race — fueling a financial arms race and triggering fresh legal challenges. According to the Atlanta-Journal Constitution, just days before unveiling details of his proposed income tax overhaul, Jones received the largest single contribution his […]

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Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley, D-Columbus, listens to a reporters question at a press conference to announce the Georgia House Democrats Affordability Agenda. Credit: Georgia House livestream.

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Hugley unveils Democrats’ Affordability Agenda, slams GOP record

Hugley unveils Democrats’ Affordability Agenda, slams GOP record Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley, D-Columbus, gave an unforgiving speech Tuesday condemning Republican policies in Georgia over the past 20 years. “After more than two decades of Republicans being in charge of our state, it's clear that far too many Georgians are still being left behind. That is what 20-plus years of Republican control and seven years of Governor Kemp has given us,” […]

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Federal job cuts push unemployment higher for Black women in Georgia

Federal job cuts push unemployment higher for Black women in Georgia Black women in Georgia are seeing their unemployment rate rise as federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs have been rolled back under the Trump administration. Recent data show federal workforce reductions and policy shifts have disproportionately affected Black women in public-sector and administrative roles. The unemployment rate for Black women rose by nearly 1.5% last year. In Georgia and […]

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Economics

Rep. Kendrick rolls out package of bills aimed at affordability in Georgia

Rep. Kendrick rolls out package of bills aimed at affordability in Georgia State Rep. Dar’shun Kendrick, D-Lithonia, recently introduced three pieces of legislation that aims to address affordability and economic mobility issues. “Before affordability was like the buzzword, I've always worked on economic justice issues, so this is nothing new for me,” she said. “All these issues that we talk about down here are important… We can talk about voting […]

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Home Depot to lay off nearly 800 employees at Atlanta support center

Home Depot to lay off nearly 800 employees at Atlanta support center Home Depot says it will lay off roughly 800 employees who work at its Atlanta store support center as part of a broader effort to streamline corporate operations. The Atlanta-based retailer confirmed the layoffs this week, saying the move is intended to simplify its internal structure and better support stores and customers. As part of the change, Home […]

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UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs amid cost-cutting push involving Amazon

UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs amid cost-cutting push involving Amazon United Parcel Service says it plans to reduce its workforce by as many as 30,000 jobs this year as part of a broader effort to cut costs and streamline operations. During a company earnings call Tuesday, UPS Chief Financial Officer Brian Dykes said the reductions will focus on operational roles and are expected to be carried out […]

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Environmental groups challenge Georgia PSC approval of new Georgia Power gas plants

Environmental groups challenge Georgia PSC approval of new Georgia Power gas plants Environmental groups are urging state utility regulators to reconsider a recent decision they say could raise electric bills and lock Georgia into costly fossil fuel infrastructure for decades. The Sierra Club, the Southern Environmental Law Center and the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy have filed a motion asking the Georgia Public Service Commission to reopen a case approving […]

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The new Trilith Live space hosts everything from comedy shows to nonprofit events.

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Georgia film industry faces ongoing slowdown, studios turn to live entertainment

Georgia film industry faces ongoing slowdown, studios turn to live entertainment Georgia’s film industry continues to navigate a slowdown following the 2023 writers’ strike, which halted production for nearly five months and reduced overall activity across the state. For more than a decade, major films and television shows have been produced at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville. With fewer projects moving forward, the complex has expanded into live entertainment and other […]

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Economics

South Georgia town bucks national trends with falling unemployment in 2025

South Georgia town bucks national trends with falling unemployment in 2025 Although inflation and unemployment rose across the United States in 2025, a small town in south Georgia saw significant economic growth. WALB 10 reports that Moultrie and Colquitt County saw its unemployment rate drop from 3.9% to 3.4%. Nationally, unemployment rose from 4.1% to 4.4% in 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Moultrie City Manager Peter […]

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