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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 […]

todayJanuary 30, 2026 39 1

Department of Public Safety Commissioner Billy Hitchens speaks at a Georgia Senate Appropriations hearing on Jan. 21, 2026. Credit: Georgia Senate Livestream.
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Georgia State Patrol recruitment strained as ICE lures candidates, official says

Georgia State Patrol recruitment strained as ICE lures candidates, official says A top public safety official told state lawmakers last week that recruitment in law enforcement faces challenges from local and federal competitors. Department of Public Safety Commissioner Billy Hitchens told lawmakers that the Georgia State Patrol’s goal of employing 1,000 troopers has partially been impacted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement poaching potential candidates.  ICE promises a $50,000 signing […]

todayJanuary 28, 2026 87 1

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Former Georgia lawmaker pleads guilty to fraud over COVID unemployment benefits

Former Georgia lawmaker pleads guilty to fraud over COVID unemployment benefits A former Georgia House member pleaded guilty last week in charges related to collecting federal unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Former state Rep. Karen Bennett, D-Stone Mountain, pleaded guilty to one count of making false statements to collect $13,940 in federal unemployment benefits and supplements in 2020. "Bennett was elected to represent her fellow citizens and took a […]

todayJanuary 26, 2026 43 1

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Mike Collins defends aide amid ethics probe, misconduct allegations

Mike Collins defends aide amid ethics probe, misconduct allegations U.S. Rep. Mike Collins stands by a long-time aide who has stirred up controversy in Georgia. Brandon Phillips, now the senior policy advisor of Collins, faces allegations of misusing taxpayer funds and a history of violent behavior. Collins is running for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. He told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he has no […]

todayJanuary 16, 2026 38 1

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Georgia GOP senators clash with Raffensperger over DOJ voter list demand

Georgia GOP senators clash with Raffensperger over DOJ voter list demand Several Georgia Republican senators are facing off against Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. The senators introduced a resolution Tuesday demanding Raffensperger to comply with the Trump administration and release an unredacted voter registration list. Raffensperger rejected the proposal saying that state law prohibits the release of personal information, such as Social Security numbers, dates of birth and driver’s […]

todayJanuary 15, 2026 65 1

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Kemp unveils nearly $2B I-75 expansion, homelessness funds in final budget push

Kemp unveils nearly $2B I-75 expansion, homelessness funds in final budget push Lawmakers started Wednesday with the annual Eggs and Issues Legislative Breakfast, at which Gov. Brian Kemp laid out his budget priorities for his last year in office. One proposal includes a nearly $2 billion infrastructure investment that would add permanent toll express lanes in both directions of I-75 in Henry County. "Currently, 45% to 60% of commuters can't […]

todayJanuary 15, 2026 40 1

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Georgia Senate passes first bill of session, blocking local gun storage rules

Georgia Senate passes first bill of session, blocking local gun storage rules The first bill approved this legislative session in the Georgia General Assembly was strictly voted along party lines. The Georgia Senate passed a bill that would ban cities from requiring gun owners to lock up their guns in their cars, according to WABE. The legislation is in response to a Savannah ordinance that requires guns left in empty […]

todayJanuary 14, 2026 56

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Black Women gather on opening day of Georgia legislative session to push policy priorities

Black Women Show Up on Opening Day of Georgia Legislative Session to Push Policy Priorities On the first morning of Georgia’s 2026 legislative session, as lawmakers returned to the Capitol and lobbyists filled the hallways, a group of Black women leaders made a point to be there early — before agendas were locked in and before priorities were set. Dee Dawkins-Haigler was among the organizers. She is the president and […]

todayJanuary 13, 2026 37

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Atlanta City Council sets 2026 legislative agenda, backs tax credits and DACA tuition

Atlanta City Council sets 2026 legislative agenda, backs tax credits and DACA tuition Atlanta City Council members approved a list of legislation they would approve or oppose that could appear in the Georgia General Assembly this legislative session. The city has strong opposition to any change in ownership of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport or the Atlanta City Detention Center. “Handing control to outside entities risks diverting resources away from Atlanta’s […]

todayJanuary 13, 2026 62