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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 […]

todayDecember 16, 2025

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Sen. Warnock urges unity and condemns violence after U.S. and Sydney shootings

Sen. Warnock urges unity and condemns violence after U.S. and Sydney shootings U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press” and said he is praying people will find “a common humanity” following the deadly shootings over the weekend. A shooting on Saturday at Brown University in Rhode Island resulted in the death of two students and injured nine others. Officials announced Sunday night that they released the […]

todayDecember 16, 2025

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Georgia prisons see surge in drone smuggling as officials push for new authority

Georgia prisons see surge in drone smuggling as officials push for new authority Criminal organizations are finding new ways to support criminal activity within prisons in Georgia and nationwide. ABC News reports that organized crime groups are using drones to smuggle contraband into prisons, including cell phones, drugs, and even weapons. "We're under attack every single day when it comes to combating this issue," said Tyrone Oliver, commissioner for the […]

todayDecember 15, 2025

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Business

DeKalb residents push back on data centers as leaders weigh new regulation

DeKalb residents push back on data centers as leaders weigh new regulation As DeKalb County leaders work to regulate data centers, residents gathered at a town hall meetings to voice their concerns.  The county held its fourth town hall Wednesday, at which speakers shared concerns about health impacts, property values, and water resources, according to Georgia Public Broadcasting. DeKalb resident Brandon Brown told GPB that he believes the community feels […]

todayDecember 15, 2025

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Economics

Trump’s $12 billion farm aid package could offer short-term relief for struggling Georgia producers

Trump’s $12 billion farm aid package could offer short-term relief for struggling Georgia producers Georgia farmers are calling a new $12 billion federal aid package a much-needed lifeline as they confront rising production costs and years of unstable crop prices. The one-time assistance, announced this week by President Trump, is expected to reach producers before the end of February. Farmers told CBS News that the aid would help them secure […]

todayDecember 12, 2025

Official portrait of Georgia state Sen. John F. Kennedy, Republican District 18.

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Georgia Sen. John F. Kennedy resigns to focus on lieutenant governor campaign

Georgia Sen. John F. Kennedy resigns to focus on lieutenant governor campaign Georgia state Sen. John F. Kennedy, R-Macon, announced Tuesday he is resigning from the Legislature to focus on his campaign for lieutenant governor. "When Susan and I decided to announce my campaign for lieutenant governor, we knew this race would take our full focus and commitment because that's what the people of our state deserve," Kennedy said. “It […]

todayDecember 12, 2025

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Georgia election board rejects proposal to expand use of hand-marked paper ballots

Georgia election board rejects proposal to expand use of hand-marked paper ballots Georgia’s State Election Board on Wednesday narrowly rejected a proposal that would have clarified when counties may use hand-marked paper ballots instead of the state’s mandated touchscreen voting machines. The vote revived long-running tensions over ballot security, voter privacy, and the limits of the board’s power. According to reporting from The Associated Press, the rule failed on a […]

todayDecember 11, 2025

Michael Price, District 4 Commissioner of Henry County, speaks to commissioners in a full hearing room at the Georgia Public Service Commission meeting Wednesday, Dec. 10.

Community

Protesters disrupt PSC hearing as Georgia Power pushes massive energy expansion

Protesters disrupt PSC hearing as Georgia Power pushes massive energy expansion The Georgia Public Service Commission hearing started in turmoil Wednesday morning as protesters were removed for not following proper procedures.  The hearing was the first for the public to show their dissent or support for the Georgia Power request to expand its capacity by nearly 10,000 megawatts.  PSC Chairman Jason Shaw was drowned out as he started the meeting […]

todayDecember 11, 2025

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Judge blocks Georgia’s ban on gender-affirming care for incarcerated people

Judge blocks Georgia’s ban on gender-affirming care for incarcerated people Gender-affirming care for transgender people incarcerated in Georgia will remain accessible for now. U.S. District Judge Victoria M. Calvert struck down the Georgia law last week that bans gender-affirming services, but Attorney General Chris Carr’s office appealed the ruling Monday, according to the Georgia Recorder. “The Court does not hold that the Constitution requires all inmates receive hormone therapy if […]

todayDecember 11, 2025