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Leaders share updates on Georgia's agriculture industry over ham and eggs
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (497+ words) I have to say that it has been rough for the last few years in farm country and rural communities all across the country," the Albany Democrat told the group at the annual Ham & Eggs Legislative Breakfast at Fort Valley…...
Downtown's A. J. Robinson to retire after 23 years
4+ day, 15+ hour ago (686+ words) A. J. Robinson, at the executive committee meeting of Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) Wednesday morning, announced his intention to retire from the Downtown improvement organization. In an exclusive interview, Robinson reflected on his tenure with CAP. "When I took this job, the…...
Hear from Dawson County, state legislator candidates at this upcoming event
5+ day, 18+ hour ago (17+ words) You will soon have the chance to hear from multiple candidates running for local and state office....
Birth control pills to be available over the counter in Georgia pharmacies
1+ week, 3+ day ago (197+ words) Birth control medications will be provided at pharmacies across Georgia without needing a prescription, according to a bill that won final approval from the General Assembly on Thursday. Lawmakers said the bill makes contraceptives more available to women, especially in…...
Sen. Raphael Warnock stops in Paulding County to tackle affordable housing
1+ week, 3+ day ago (625+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " U. S. Senator Raphael Warnock is pushing to stop private equity firms from buying single-family homes in Georgia and making them unaffordable for families. On Thursday, the senator stopped in Paulding County to discuss his provision in…...
Supreme Court hears arguments in Trump birthright citizenship case
1+ week, 4+ day ago (858+ words) Updated on: April 1, 2026 / 12: 17 PM EDT / CBS News Washington "The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over the legality of President Trump's executive order thatseeks to end birthright citizenship, a case that will test one of the cornerstones of his immigration agenda....
Oversight commission backs neighborhoods plan, stops short on tax extensions
1+ week, 4+ day ago (725+ words) An oversight commission formed to ensure fiscal responsibility and due diligence with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens" $5 billion neighborhood revitalization plan agreed there is a critical need to invest in underserved areas of the city. But in its final report released…...
Keisha Lance Bottoms and Georgia's Black Female Mayors Honored For Barrier-Breaking Leadership
1+ week, 5+ day ago (237+ words) Black women in Georgia are breaking barriers as mayors and making history in government. They gather to celebrate their achievements and support small businesses. "It's not always top of mind for me that I'm a history maker, but it really…...
" Legislators last push
1+ week, 6+ day ago (1053+ words) Monday, March 30 " The Braves are off to an encouraging start after winning two of three games from the Royals over the weekend. On Saturday, DH Dominic Smith, making his Braves debut less than two weeks after his mother's death, hit…...
Georgia lawmakers eye AI laws amid warnings from the White House
1+ week, 6+ day ago (504+ words) Georgia lawmakers are taking small steps to limit the vast reach of artificial intelligence, treading lightly on a topic the White House has warned could prompt a fierce response if states go too far. The legislative session ends Thursday. But…...