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Two volunteers arranging various food donations in cardboard boxes for distribution in a local charity food bank

Politics

Ossoff urges USDA to restore funding for South Georgia food program

Ossoff urges USDA to restore funding for South Georgia food program The U.S. Department of Agriculture cut funding earlier this year for a program in South Georgia that helps provide food and childcare to the community. Southeast Crescent Regional Commission’s Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Program lost funding earlier this year when the USDA/CANS cooperative agreement was canceled, according to WALB. U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff wrote a letter to […]

todayDecember 24, 2025 16 4

Close up image of marijuana, buds and blunt on a table

Politics

Georgia hemp producer welcomes Trump order reclassifying marijuana

Georgia hemp producer welcomes Trump order reclassifying marijuana President Trump signed an executive order last week to reclassify marijuana, and Georgia hemp producers say it is a step in the right direction. The executive order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to move marijuana from a Schedule 1 drug, next to heroin, to a Schedule 3, which recognizes its medical use. Although it doesn’t legalize marijuana, Joe Salome, co-founder of Georgia […]

todayDecember 23, 2025 17

Jennifer Whitfield, an attorney for the Southern Environmental Law Center who’s representing Georgia Interfaith Power and Light and Southface Institute, speaks to the Public Service Commission Friday, Dec. 19, ahead of a vote on a historic expansion of Georgia Power's capacity.

Politics

Georgia PSC approves 10,000-MW Georgia Power expansion amid protests

Georgia PSC approves 10,000-MW Georgia Power expansion amid protests Moments before the Georgia Public Service Commission voted on a historic expansion of Georgia Power’s capacity, protesters started chanting. “Nay, nay, nay, the people say nay.” After being escorted from the proceedings, the PSC unanimously voted to pass the stipulation. Georgia Power requested to add 10,000 megawatts of new power resources over the next five years mostly reliant on natural gas. […]

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Homeless encampment under a bridge on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail along the Allegheny River. The encampments are a problem in the area as the trail is popular with walkers, runners and bikers. Unrecognizable people seen in background. This section of the trail is near downtown and PNC Park.

Community

HUD policy shift threatens Georgia housing programs for unhoused people

HUD policy shift threatens Georgia housing programs for unhoused people Changes in the mission of the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) could impact Georgia service providers for unhoused people.  Georgia Public Broadcasting reports that Georgia’s providers have been focusing on a supportive housing model, which prioritizes housing before other services, such as mental health care and employment. However, HUD is shifting to prioritize other services prior to […]

todayDecember 22, 2025 16

Wooden bridge and wooden walking trail leading up to the hill on the background of blue sky and white clouds, Spring in Georgia USA.

Politics

Trump administration targets National Park Service gift shops over DEI rules

Trump administration targets National Park Service gift shops over DEI rules The Trump administration is expanding its fight against diversity, equity and inclusion to the National Park Service this week. The Department of the Interior sent out a memo last month ordering gift shops, bookstores and concession stands to remove any item they deemed objectionable by Dec. 19, according to WSB-TV. Park concessioners and cooperating organizations must remove any materials […]

todayDecember 18, 2025 13 2

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones talking with an unidentified man and woman.

Politics

Georgia GOP files ethics complaint over secretive anti–Burt Jones ad campaign

Georgia GOP files ethics complaint over secretive anti–Burt Jones ad campaign The Georgia Republican Party filed an ethics complaint against Georgians for Integrity, Inc., a mysterious group that has launched an advertising campaign against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. Jones is running for governor in 2026, and his campaign has demanded TV stations to pull the 30-second ad from their airwaves, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The 30-second ad that the […]

todayDecember 18, 2025 50 3

Jaha Howard, newly elected Georgia state senator, talks with two unidentified females while dressed in scrubs.

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Jaha Howard narrowly wins Georgia Senate District 35 runoff

Jaha Howard narrowly wins Georgia Senate District 35 runoff Dr. Jaha Howard won the Georgia state Senate election for District 35 with just over 200 votes.  Howard has experience in education, health care and local government, serving four years on the Cobb County Board of Education. He received 51% of the vote in the race against fellow Democrat Roger Bruce. The runoff election was required after no candidate received a […]

todayDecember 18, 2025 14 1

Travel

REAL ID enforcement now required for domestic flights at TSA checkpoints

REAL ID enforcement takes effect at airport security checkpoints Airport security rules that sat unenforced for years are now in effect, changing what identification travelers must present to board domestic flights, according to CBS News Atlanta. At TSA checkpoints nationwide, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, passengers without a REAL ID–compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification are now subject to additional screening or delays. REAL ID was passed […]

todayDecember 17, 2025 14 1

A photo of U.S. Sen Raphael Warnock speaking at a press conference in July about the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.

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Warnock backs Ossoff in 2026, warns of rising healthcare premiums

Warnock backs Ossoff in 2026, warns of rising healthcare premiums U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga. has high hopes for his colleague in the 2026 election and expressed growing concern for rising healthcare premiums. When he appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Warnock was questioned about Sen. Jon Ossoff’s, D-Ga., ability to maintain his seat. Warnock quickly responded. “Oh, we're going to win Georgia,” Warnock said with a smile. “Georgia has […]

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