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Politics

Trump’s Maduro play smacks of hypocrisies & why Fulton should park its investment in a new jail

The U.S. operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ignited fierce legal and political debate. Joined by CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum, Ron examines whether this was a lawful extradition or a dangerous precedent for international relations. Georgia House (23rd district) Democratic candidate ⁠Scott Sanders⁠ joins Ron to discuss Georgia’s latest special election and voter frustration in deeply Republican districts. Also, former Fulton County […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026

From right to left, U.S. congress peopole Marjorie Taylor Greene, Raphael Warnock and Mike Collins.
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Georgia leaders split over U.S. military action in Venezuela

Georgia leaders split over U.S. military action in Venezuela Georgia’s political leaders are weighing in after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military strikes targeting Venezuela, drawing a range of responses across party lines. According to reporting by WGAU Radio, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock criticized the military action while also condemning Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a dictator. In a statement, Warnock said Americans do not want U.S. troops pulled into […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026

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Business

Taylor Arnold named Georgia Peanut Commission director

Georgia Peanut Commission names Taylor Arnold as new executive director A new executive director is learning the ropes at the Georgia Peanut Commission after its longtime director decided to retire. The commission announced in December that Taylor Arnold would be filling the position, succeeding Don Koehler, who has served Georgia’s peanut industry for more than four decades. “We are excited to welcome Taylor Arnold as the next executive director of […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026

Police Woman Using Computer In Call Center Room
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Georgia lawmakers eye 911 modernization, law enforcement bills in 2026

Georgia lawmakers eye 911 modernization, law enforcement bills in 2026 The 2026 legislative session starts Jan. 12, and Georgia lawmakers will consider several pieces of legislation that concern public safety and law enforcement. Last session, state lawmakers passed two measures to move to modernize Georgia’s 911 call center system to reduce response times and provide responders with more information. House Bill 423 requires all new 911 systems to meet Next […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026

Atlanta, Georgia, USA - August 25, 2013: Atlanta Police motorbikes parked at Centennial Olympic Park. The agency was formed in 1873 and has currently over 1,600 members on the force.
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Community

Backlog of police oversight cases looms for Atlanta board in 2026

Backlog of police oversight cases looms for Atlanta board in 2026 The Atlanta Citizen Review Board ended 2025 with little progress and a long backlog of cases awaiting 2026. The board is charged with investigating deaths and serious injuries that happen while people are in police custody.  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the board is close to completing two investigations, but it has a backlog of about 50 cases. “We still […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026

Melita Easters & Sterling Thrill from today's Ron Show.
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Resolutions to results: gearing up for 2026

As Georgia heads into a pivotal election cycle, Ron kicks off the year with a forward-looking conversation about⁠ what real political engagement looks like in 2026⁠. Joined by Melita Easters, executive director of the ⁠Georgia WIN List⁠, who shares her organization's ⁠practical ways voters can stay informed, get involved, and make an impact⁠—from volunteering and donating to showing up locally and leading conversations in their own communities. Then there's boning […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026

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Health care bills to watch in Georgia’s 2026 legislative session

Rural access, maternal health expected to dominate Georgia’s 2026 agenda The 2025 legislative session was filled with bills related to health care, and it looks like the 2026 session will follow suit with several bills rolling over from the previous session. A focus for lawmakers in the 2026 legislative session is expected to be on affordability and access for rural communities as well as maternal and infant health care. Two […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026

Aerial photo Georgia Supreme Court Atlanta circa 2023
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Gov. Kemp appoints four new judges across Georgia

Gov. Kemp announces four new judicial appointments across Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced Dec. 23 four new judicial appointments across Georgia, including in the Cook County area, Bryan County and Fulton County, according to a news release. Matthew B. Bennett, Superior Court of the Alapaha Judicial Circuit Bennett, partner at the law firm of Bennett & Connell, LLC, serves as the Solicitor for the Probate Courts of Cook, Lanier and […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026

Valdosta City Schools
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Education

Valdosta City Schools distribute 80,000 winter break meals

Valdosta school staff, volunteers pack thousands of meals for winter break Valdosta City Schools’ nutrition staff and volunteers packed 40,000 breakfasts and 40,000 lunches that were distributed to families for Winter Break. “Thousands of families are heading into the holiday break with food on the table because you showed up, stepped in, and served with care,” read the Facebook post.  “Thank you for giving your time, your energy, and your […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026

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Education

Education bills to watch in Georgia’s 2026 legislative session

From cell phones to college costs, education bills loom in 2026 session During the 2025 legislative session, several laws were passed that impacted schools, including a massive school safety bill, a law that prohibits transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports and legislation that requires elementary and middle schools to implement restrictions of personal devices in classrooms. The 2026 legislative session approaches with potential legislation that could significantly impact schools […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026