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Collapse of GOP-linked Georgia lender sparks state and federal scrutiny

Newnan-based First Liberty Building & Loan was founded in 1993 by Brant Frost IV, who along with his son and daughter are fixtures in Georgia’s conservative grassroots scene

Former Democratic House leader readies to run for Georgia attorney general

The former leader of the House Democratic Caucus in Georgia has filed paperwork to run for attorney general in the state.

Senate GOP passes budget bill Democrats describe as ‘a catastrophe’

Republicans in the U.S. Senate have passed the “big, beautiful bill” championed by President Donald Trump, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tiebreaking vote.

Democrat Jason Esteves posts $1.1M cash haul in bid for governor

The Atlanta Democrat’s campaign said roughly 85% of contributions come from in-state donors, though the full report won’t be disclosed until later this month.

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Geoff Duncan weighs whether to run for Georgia governor - as a Democrat

Duncan, who formerly served as Georgia's lieutenant governor as a Republican, expressed frustration with the field running for governor so far from both parties.

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Georgia small businesses need Big Beautiful Bill Act’s permanent deduction

Congress should provide certainty for Main Street by making permanent the 20% small business deduction that is set to expire. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act makes that happen.

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Corporate pullback from LGBTQ groups leaves Atlanta organizations in the lurch

Some Atlanta LGBTQ groups are reevaluating their programming and staffing in light of the reduced support.

Georgia hurries to amp up Medicaid hospital funding by $2 billion

Georgia Department of Community Health’s advisory board approved three measures to increase Medicaid funding for hospitals in the state.

PHOTOS: Breakthrough Atlanta faces AmeriCorps cuts

Breakthrough Atlanta, a group that supports underserved students across metro Atlanta, celebrated graduating students with the Scholar Send Off.

PHOTOS: New vaccine panel gathers in Atlanta as CDC advocates protest

Protesters gathered at the CDC on Wednesday as the center's new vaccine advisory committee met in Atlanta.

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Israel-Iran war exposes danger of Trump valuing loyalty over intelligence

The seemingly out-of-nowhere drift in the Trump administration's policy matters not just for what comes next in Iran. It matters for every potential crisis ahead.

In Georgia, plan to shutter Job Corps training program sparks opposition

Trump’s proposed budget for next fiscal year calls for eliminating the $1.76 billion Job Corps program, a move that could affect many students in Georgia.

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Geoff Duncan weighs whether to run for Georgia governor - as a Democrat

Duncan, who formerly served as Georgia's lieutenant governor as a Republican, expressed frustration with the field running for governor so far from both parties.

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Will Donald Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ be a 2026 turning point?

Democrats predict public backlash over President Donald Trump’s budget and tax bill will boost their candidates, including Georgia U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, in the 2026 election.

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Ugly GOP rift over ‘big, beautiful bill’ puts passage in doubt

The fate of President Donald Trump’s tax and spending bill is in doubt as Republicans take issue with changes being made to the legislation in the U.S. Senate.

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Georgia small businesses need Big Beautiful Bill Act’s permanent deduction

Congress should provide certainty for Main Street by making permanent the 20% small business deduction that is set to expire. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act makes that happen.

Parents, veterans and others benefit from new Georgia tax breaks

Here’s what you need to know about some the state’s new tax laws.

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Hurricanes, cornbread, farms and … film tax credits?

Georgia lawmakers went to great lengths to revive a tax credit for film and related industries.

Haven’t received your Georgia $500 tax refund yet? Don’t panic.

The Georgia Department of Revenue said Friday it has issued about 40% of the suplus refunds it expects to issue this summer.

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Mourners lay Georgia mother to rest after months spent on life support

Adriana Smith was remembered as a devoted mother and registered nurse who cared deeply for others.

Republicans push for election skeptics to oversee Atlanta-area voting

The Republican Party is pushing for voter challengers and election skeptics to take over seats on election boards in Fulton and DeKalb counties in Georgia.

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Fundraising deadline puts 2026 hopefuls in Georgia to the test

The second quarter fundraising reports, due in the coming days, are a critical test for Georgia's topline candidates.

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Some Atlanta LGBTQ groups are reevaluating their programming and staffing in light of the reduced support.

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Fentanyl, IVF and China: Some of the Georgia laws that begin Tuesday

New Georgia laws taking effect July 1 include new penalties for fentanyl possession, protections for in vitro fertilization, protectionist moves against China and more.

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‘Nothing fancy. Just love’: Former Gov. Nathan Deal remarries in intimate ceremony

After losing their longtime partners, Former Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal and Brenda Micali found love again — and sealed it with a rope in an intimate wedding.

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New Georgia laws affect transgender rights, IVF and underage access to porn

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Parents, veterans and others benefit from new Georgia tax breaks

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Will Donald Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ be a 2026 turning point?

Democrats predict public backlash over President Donald Trump’s budget and tax bill will boost their candidates, including Georgia U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, in the 2026 election.

Haven’t received your Georgia $500 tax refund yet? Don’t panic.

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