Democrat Nabilah Islam Parkes enters 2026 race for Insurance Commissioner
Georgia State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes has launched a 2026 campaign for Insurance Commissioner, promising to tackle rising premiums and "skyrocketing" costs.
Kristi Noem calls actions leading up to ICE shooting ‘an act of domestic terrorism’
A woman is dead after being shot by a federal agent during an ICE operation Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis. Kristi Noem, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, called the woman's actions leading up to the shooting "an act of domestic terrorism."
Lawmakers moving closer to ending Georgia income tax
A Republican-led committee approved a final report outlining a plan to eliminate Georgia’s income tax
Gov. Tim Walz on fatal ICE shooting: ‘I ask folks to remain calm’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is asking for the public to remain calm after a shooting involving federal agents Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis.
New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Sen. Mark Kelly: ‘I'm not backing down from the president and secretary of defense’
Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona says he is not backing down from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a formal censure letter was sent to Secretary of the Navy John Phelan to review the retired Navy captain's retirement rank and pay.
Overstreet announces 2026 Atlanta City Council committee leadership
Atlanta City Council President Marci Collier Overstreet announced new committee chairs for 2026, including leadership roles for Andrea Boone, Dustin Hillis, and Mary Norwood.
Henry County weighs new rules for data centers after public hearing
Henry County Commissioners are considering a new data center ordinance that would enforce 1,000-foot residential setbacks and strict noise and water usage limits.
Michael Reagan, eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80
Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan and actress Jane Wyman, has died at 80.
Georgia braces for 'wave' of special elections following legislative resignations
Georgia faces a surge of special elections in 2026 following the resignations of Marjorie Taylor Greene and state representatives Karen Bennett and Lynn Heffner.
Video shows brawl between protesters at Jan. 6 anniversary rally
A scuffle broke out among demonstrators at a rally in support of pardoned Jan. 6 rioters in Washington on Sunday, the fifth anniversary of the U.S. Capitol attack, according to video posted online.
Trump administration freezing $10 billion in child care funds in five states
The pause in funding will impact child care and other programs in these states. Here’s what we know.
Special election called to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special election for March 10 to fill the 14th Congressional District seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Here's who most Americans say should decide Venezuela's future
Americans are divided over President Donald Trump’s military action in Venezuela and largely oppose deeper U.S. involvement there.
Trump eyes Greenland: What to know about renewed interest and rising tension
Comments from President Trump in the aftermath of the Venezuela operation have spurred speculation about the president’s plans for Greenland. Here’s what to know about his interest in the arctic country.
Collins pushes back as ethics review examines intern hiring decision
An ethics watchdog says a Collins aide may have improperly hired his girlfriend as a paid intern
City of Decatur selects Tony Powers as new mayor
The City of Decatur has selected Tony Powers to serve as its next mayor, following a vote by the City Commission at the start of the new year.
Feds charge former Georgia lawmaker for allegedly faking COVID-19 job loss
Former Georgia State Rep. Karen Bennett faces federal charges for allegedly filing false statements to obtain $13,940 in pandemic unemployment benefits.
Former Georgia GOP Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan marks Jan. 6 anniversary as Democratic candidate
Former Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan reflected on the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol on Monday
Corporation for Public Broadcasting board votes to dissolve organization after Congress defunds NPR, PBS
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced that its board has voted to dissolve the organization after 58 years.