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Ossoff, Warnock launch inquiry into DHS limits on Congressional oversight of detention centers

Ossoff, Warnock launch inquiry into DHS limits on Congressional oversight of detention centers Democratic U.S. senators launched an inquiry on Monday into the Trump administration’s policy of restricting access to federal detention facilities. Georgia Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, along with 11 other colleagues, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem saying that the department’s new policies violated federal law and obstructed congressional […]

December 4, 2025 15 1

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Community

Georgia transit agencies receive $27M to modernize bus fleets

Georgia transit agencies receive $27M to modernize bus fleets Two transit authorities in Georgia have been awarded multimillion dollar grants from the Federal Transit Administration to improve transit infrastructure in the state. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) and Cobb County will receive a total of $27.3 million to replace older buses. The investment is part of a larger transit project to modernize America’s transit bus infrastructure, according to a […]

December 4, 2025 18 1

Image of Alatoona Dam that created Lake Alatoona from the Etowah River in Georgia.

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Business

Georgia ranks sixth nationally for new clean energy jobs in 2024

Georgia ranks sixth nationally for new clean energy jobs in 2024 Georgia added 3,292 clean energy jobs last year, which was five times more than the rest of the state’s economy in 2024, according to a report by the nonpartisan business group E2. Zach Amittay, E2’s Southeast Advocate, told Georgia Public Broadcasting that the report highlights the benefits of the clean energy sector. “That represents a growth rate that's five […]

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Featured

Fulton County taxpayers could pay Trump’s legal fees after election interference case dismissed

Fulton County taxpayers could pay Trump’s legal fees after election interference case dismissed Fulton County residents may be responsible for a sizable legal tab after the election interference case against former President Donald Trump and several co-defendants was thrown out. According to WSB-TV, the projected cost to taxpayers could reach between $10 million and $20 million. Fulton County Commission Chair Robb Pitts told the station the county is bracing for […]

December 3, 2025 19 1

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Featured

Results are in! New mayors elected, youngest state lawmaker wins a seat

Results are in! New mayors elected, youngest state lawmaker wins a seat Several cities around the Atlanta area elected mayors on Tuesday, and one district has a new representative. Democrat Akbar Ali, 21-year-old, won the race for House District 106 against Marqus Cole, and he is set to become the youngest legislator in the General Assembly. “I’m proud and ready to serve this community,” Akbar told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “There […]

December 3, 2025 14 5

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Business

Small Business Saturday drives major support for local shops across Georgia

Small Business Saturday drives major support for local shops across Georgia Customers across the state participated in Small Business Saturday, a day that has brought more than $200 billion for local businesses since it started in 2010. Andrea Worthy, the economic development director for the city of Smyrna, told WABE that “Shop Smyrna Saturday” is an effort to promote local businesses. “We think it’s a perfect way for folks, employers […]

December 3, 2025 25 5

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Community

Giving Tuesday spotlights critical support for service members facing unexpected crises

Giving Tuesday spotlights critical support for service members facing unexpected crises When Hurricane Helene hit Fort Eisenhower in Augusta in 2024, many of the 1,300 sailors and Marines stationed at the post were displaced. The nonprofit Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society provided more than $600,000 in emergency aid, including temporary housing, essential needs, and home repairs. Bob Ruark, the president and CEO of the nonprofit Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, said this […]

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Health

Audit finds Georgia’s rural hospital tax credit brings millions but falls short of growing needs

Audit finds Georgia’s rural hospital tax credit brings millions but falls short of growing needs A Georgia tax credit provides millions of dollars to struggling rural hospitals, but it’s not enough to fund growing needs in these communities. A recent state audit conducted by the Fiscal Research Center at Georgia State University found that Georgia’s Rural Hospital Tax Credit program has generated more than $432 million for rural hospitals since […]

December 1, 2025 59 3

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Technology

Georgia awards $24M to expand electric vehicle charging network statewide

Georgia awards $24M to expand electric vehicle charging network statewide The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced Thursday that it is awarding more than $24 million to expand Georgia’s infrastructure for electric vehicles. The funds from the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program will be used to build fast-charging stations for electric vehicles at 26 locations, mostly in rural areas. GDOT identified 33 potential NEVI locations to close gaps […]

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