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5 things to watch for in Georgia politics this year
The midterm elections will dominate politics this year. Georgia stands to play a big role with marquee races for U.S. Senate and governor.
This New Orleans doctor has spent a lifetime working to eliminate cardiology deserts in Louisiana. There’s still more to do.
In August of 2005, Ferdinand and his family packed up their bags and spent four years working in Atlanta, Georgia after Hurricane Katrina flooded their home and heart clinic. “I returned home to service my community,” Dr. Keith Ferdinand said.
Georgia getting funds for health care from budget reconciliation bill
Funds for rural health care comes as thousands of Georgians expected to see spike in health insurance premiums.
Georgia State defeats Coastal Carolina 89-71
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) Malachi Brown's 23 points helped Georgia State defeat Coastal Carolina 89-71 on Saturday.
Local politicians react to Trump’s strike on Venezuela
Georgia politicians reacted swiftly after President Donald Trump said Saturday that U.S. forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Governor Kemp Announces $218.8 Million Award for First Year of GREAT Health Program
Governor Brian Kemp in partnership with the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), announced in December that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded the State of Georgia $218.8 million for the first of five years of the Georgia Rural Enhancement and Transformation of Health (GREAT Health) […]
Georgia loses 2 coaches after brutal loss to Ole Miss
Reports indicate that the Georgia Bulldogs football program has lost two coaches shortly after the Sugar Bowl loss to the Ole Miss Rebels.
End of ACA subsidies forces tough health insurance choices for Georgians
An $8M mystery triggers growing fight over dark money in Georgia politics
Welcome to the new political economy of Georgia elections, where an organization called Georgians for Integrity is at the center of a ballooning legal and political fight.
Ole Miss hits field goal with 6 seconds left to win Sugar Bowl thriller over Georgia
The only rematch of the quarterfinals is the final game on New Year's Day.
Lane Kiffin Earns $500K Bonus From Ole Miss Win Over Georgia
LSU is paying Kiffin's full bonus structure from Ole Miss—even though he's not coaching them anymore. He can earn up to $1 million total.
Williams-Dryden's 28 lead West Georgia over Bellarmine 87-85
CARROLLTON, Ga. (AP) Shelton Williams-Dryden had 28 points in West Georgia's 87-85 victory over Bellarmine on Thursday.
Higher health insurance premiums leave 1M Georgians with hard choices
“My rate went up 620%, more than seven times what I paid in 2025.”
Sugar Bowl Live Updates, Score: No. 6 Ole Miss vs. No. 3 Georgia
The 2025 CFP continues with the highly anticipated Sugar Bowl matchup between No. 3 Georgia and No. 6 Ole Miss.
Duke basketball looking to find its rhythm after 'unorthodox time'
Duke basketball starts ACC play 1-0 after a win over Georgia Tech, but the Blue Devils are searching for their rhythm after an "unorthodox" stretch.
Georgia Southern’s Care Station project launched in downtown Statesboro to improve access to health products and testing
Georgia Southern University’s Institute for Health Logistics & Analytics (IHLA) has unveiled the Care Station project, a new initiative designed to improve access to over-the-counter health products for the local community.
Mac’s Chophouse scores 64 on health inspection, owners say violations are being corrected
Mac’s Chophouse, a popular steakhouse on Marietta Square, scored a 64 out of 100 on its routine health inspection Tuesday, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Will Lane Kiffin show up at Sugar Bowl? Ole Miss' former coach looms large ahead of Rebels' CFP clash with Georgia
A look back at the year's top stories in Georgia politics
Looking back, a year that started with the funeral of the only Georgian to ever serve as president and snow storms in the South was destined to be an especially wild ride. But some stories stood out amid the chaos of 2025. Here is our list of the biggest, most memorable moments of the year. […]
These are the 10 questions that will shape Georgia politics in 2026
What will be the big questions in Georgia politics for 2026?
Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia's Public Service Commission
Alicia Johnson will become the first Black woman elected to a statewide post in Georgia that isn’t a judgeship
New PSC commissioner sworn in, making Georgia history for Black women
Democrat Alicia Johnson made history Monday when she was sworn in as the first Black woman to serve on the Georgia Public Service Commission.
Georgia GOP congresswoman rips ‘Mar-a-Lago sexualization,’ Trump’s lack of ‘faith’
"I’ve always been uncomfortable with how those women puff up their lips and enlarge their breasts."
Georgia hurtles toward 2026 as Trump’s return reshapes the political map
President Donald Trump’s return to office reset the national landscape almost overnight, forcing Republicans and Democrats alike to grapple with his norm-shattering approach.
Skyrocketing health insurance premiums will hit 1.5 million Georgians hard
Enhanced Premium Tax Credits for health insurance are set to expire Dec. 31, and 1.5 million Georgians may either lose their coverage or have to balance hard choices.
Georgians deserve health care access. Medicaid expansion is one solution.
Legal challenges to Georgia's Medicaid procurement process are delaying access for residents to quality, affordable health care in the Peach State.
Anonymous money fuels $5 million in attacks on Georgia's Lt. Gov. Burt Jones
A mysterious group called Georgians for Integrity has spent around $5 million on television ads, mailers and texts attacking Lt. Gov. Burt Jones since November
Anonymous money fuels $5 million in attacks on Georgia's Lt. Gov. Burt Jones
A mysterious group called Georgians for Integrity has spent around $5 million on television ads, mailers and texts attacking Lt. Gov. Burt Jones since November.
Small Town Politics: WALB investigates allegations of election fraud; several South Georgia counties being investigated by the state elections board
Across South Georgia, small town politics can divide communities, neighborhoods, and even families. That’s why we are launching a new segment...Dedicated to uncovering and unpacking stories about local corruption, confusion, and conflicts. Beginning in the city of Nicholls where the November election led to a recount.
Georgia requests $1.4B to transform rural health care
The Kemp administration is applying for a one-time federal grant to be awarded by New Year's Eve to fund the GREAT Health program.
Falcons vs. Rams Injury Report
See who's in and who's out for the Week 17 matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons on December 29, 2025.
College Football Playoff naughty, nice list: Good, bad for quarterfinal teams in bracket
The good and bad for each squad still vying for the national championship
Two vulnerable senators stand to benefit from intense focus on constituents
Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Jon Ossoff (D-Georgia) are two of the chamber’s staunchest believers in the value of constituency services.
Georgia Aquarium looks back at 20 years of science, education, community in Atlanta
Over 20 years, there have been 45 million visitors to the Georgia Aquarium.
A long road to care: One Georgia mom's story highlights gaps in prenatal health care
Georgia health officials map out $1.4 billion plan for new federal rural health funds
State officials have introduced a $1.4 billion plan to improve rural health outcomes over the next five years under the federal Rural Health Transformation Program created as part of this summer’s budget reconciliation bill. In a 96-page application, officials from the state’s Department of Community Health requested funds to improve access to primary and specialty […]
UPDATE: Dougherty County Approves Entertainment Complex Near Albany Mall
After nearly 20 years of planning, commissioners have greenlighted the project expected to draw visitors from across Southwest Georgia.
College football transfer portal: Georgia's Kirby Smart sounds off ahead of CFP
Georgia coach Kirby Smart is no fan of college football's new 'announcement' era
Bookman: Republicans are fighting a losing battle on health care
In politics, as in war, victory often depends on your choice of battlefield. Here in Georgia, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has chosen health care and the economy as the grounds on which he will defend his Senate seat in next year’s election. His Republican opponents have chosen loyalty to Donald Trump and, I guess, “wokeness.” […]
Georgia Southern alumnus lives on through posthumous work
The December 2025 issue of "Freshwater Science" will feature a special publication dedicated to the late José Sánchez-Ruiz, a former graduate student from Georgia Southern University's Department of Biology. His research on leaf decomposition in the Ogeechee River will be published posthumously, honoring his legacy.
The ‘Cookie and Coal’ awards for 2025 in Georgia politics
Atlanta Journal-Constitution columnist Patricia Murphy reflects on who has been naughty and nice in Georgia politics for 2025.
T. Rogers Wade, mentor and adviser to prominent Georgia politicians, has died
T. Rogers Wade mentored generations of young Georgians, like Attorney General Chris Carr, seeking traction in politics and the business world.
Popular Tybee Island eatery fails health inspection
A popular breakfast diner on Tybee Island scored a 57 in a routine Georgia Department of Public Health restaurant health inspection last week.
How former Republican Geoff Duncan plans to win Georgia for Democrats
With a pitch to Democrats, independents and 'disgusted' Republicans, Geoff Duncan says he's the only Democrat who can beat Republicans in 2026.
Democrats’ showing in Georgia special elections boosts party, unnerves Republicans
Competitive special elections have put once-securely Republican districts in play for Democrats, who seek to inch toward controlling the Georgia House in 2026.
West Georgia takes down Brewton-Parker 70-49
CARROLLTON, Ga. (AP) Shelton Williams-Dryden's 18 points helped West Georgia defeat Brewton-Parker 70-49 on Wednesday.
Watch Gainesville vs. Thomas County Central in Georgia 5A football championship: Live stream
The game begins at 8 p.m, on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Watch Carrollton vs. Buford in Georgia 6A football championship: Live stream
The game begins at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Metro Atlanta health facility owners indicted for stealing over $1.4 million in Medicaid, AG says
"They’re abusing a program that’s meant to care for our most vulnerable Georgian," the attorney general said.
Watch Creekside vs. Benedictine in Georgia 4A select football championship: Live stream
The game begins at 7 p.m. on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Clinical services at Chatham Co. Health Dept. Suspended Until 1pm on Dec. 16 - Georgia Coastal Health District
Due to loss of heat in both locations, clinical services at the Chatham County Health Department are suspended until 1pm on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
Monday ‘Dawg Bites Is Kickin’ It During Awards Season
Good morning, Bulldog Nation! Here’s hoping you enjoyed a fantastic weekend in which your coach didn’t appear for an arraignment and your Athletic Director isn’t trying to explain why this sort of thing keeps happening on his watch. Sadly University of Georgia athletics has t been completely immune from crime and punishment news as word […]
Brian Kemp’s lame-duck dilemma: Swing big or play it safe?
The two-term Georgia governor enters his last legislative session next month.
Mom says viral video shows her being booted from Georgia restaurant for breastfeeding her baby
Heated exchange at Georgia restaurant caught on camera as nursing mother says she was confronted by the owner, adding to the venue’s controversial history with families.
Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop her
Brian Jack is a first-term Republican congressman from Georgia, but he’s become a key figure in the Oval Office
Hyundai CEO pledges to 'ramp up' production at Metaplant in Georgia
Tariffs and an infamous immigration raid haven't dampened the automaker's plans in Georgia, based on bullish remarks by CEO José Muñoz.
Justice Department sues Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 ballot stubs and other election records
The Justice Department sued Fulton County, Georgia, on Friday, seeking records related to the 2020 election as efforts continue to prove President Donald Trump’s false claims that the election was stolen from him.
Could Georgia’s 2026 statewide races be runoff free?
The Libertarian Party of Georgia is having trouble qualifying for the ballot. Without their candidates, statewide races would likely be settled on Election Day.
At the Intersection of Science and Faith: Institute for Water and Health and 12 community leaders unite to protect Brunswick’s waterways
In a remarkable collaboration, residents of Brunswick, Georgia, have joined forces with scientists and faith leaders to address critical water quality issues. Their innovative approach, centered on community involvement, is not only protecting local waterways but also setting a precedent for other cities facing similar challenges.
How Georgia Democrats pulled off a special election stunner
Democrat Eric Gisler won in a district designed to favor Republicans. Now, GOP leaders are sounding the alarm ahead of the 2026 midterms.
One of Georgia’s biggest companies is getting into outdoor recreation
Cox Outdoors will bring together recent investments in KUIU and Loop Tackle and planned future ventures in outdoor recreation.
Georgia Democrat flips a state House seat in district Trump won by double digits, CNN projects
Democrats continued their run of successes in special elections by flipping a state House seat in Georgia Tuesday, according to a projection from the CNN Decision Desk.
Georgia pushes forward with trans sports restrictions, appeals ruling on prison health care
Georgia leaders are advancing two major legal actions that could limit rights and health care access for transgender residents.
WATCH: Sen. Ossoff Urges Republicans to Put Politics Aside, Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits
“In this building, maybe it’s about the politics, but in the real world and in Georgia, this is life or death,” Sen. Ossoff said In June, Sen. Ossoff offered an amendment to the Trump budget bill to extend key Affordable Care Act tax credits, but Republicans blocked Sen. Ossoff’s amendment Washington, D.C. — Ahead of this week’s Senate […]
Review: TheatreWorks’ ‘Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley’ a perfect holiday entertainment
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s production of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s “Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley” begins with the
Raffensperger sues to scrap fundraising laws he says favor Jones in governor’s race
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is challenging Georgia election laws he says give his Republican rival an advantage as they campaign for governor.
What did Marjorie Taylor Greene say in '60 Minutes' interview?
The controversial Georgia representative who severed ties with Donald Trump defended her move to leave office in a '60 Minutes' interview.
Sports betting roundup: College football playoff bracket set, NFL offers up more upsets
Following Saturday’s games, the 12-team College Football Playoff bracket was revealed, with games beginning Dec. 19. It wasn’t a good NFL Sunday for the favorites at the BetMGM online sportsbook — they went 6-6 straight up. In college football, Georgia was a 1.5-point favorite against Alabama in the SEC championship and rolled to a 28-7 win.
Educational Video Game Helps Kids Learn Science, Study Finds
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Video games often have a bad reputation as being a distraction, but a new study suggests they may help kids build important science skills. University of Georgia researchers created an educational video game that helps elementary school students learn about ...
New podcast explores health care in rural Georgia
The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) at Mercer University School of Medicine has launched season one of Rural Georgia Voices.
Marjorie Taylor Greene spars with '60 Minutes' host over 'toxic' politics
Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green pressed "60 Minutes" host Lesley Stahl over her "accusatory" behavior during her first sit-down interview.
Sick in a Hospital Town
The story of Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital — the dominant political and economic institution of Albany, Georgia — is the story of American health care.
Tomorrow's Top 25 Today projects college football rankings entering CFP bracket reveal
Projecting the new AP Top 25 poll after championship weekend in advance of the College Football Playoff rankings
Projecting the final College Football Playoff rankings: Is Alabama in or out?
Everyone thought the Crimson Tide was safe coming into championship weekend. But does Alabama's 21-point loss to Georgia create an opportunity for both Miami and Notre Dame to make the 12-team field?
Bowl projections: Indiana, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas Tech headline CFP bracket
Final picks from CBS Sports for this season's College Football Playoff and bowl slate on the eve of Selection Sunday
Kalen DeBoer stumps for Alabama to make CFP as three-loss team
The Alabama coach made his case after his team lost big against Georgia in the SEC Championship Game
Alabama fails CFP bracket test, puts pressure on committee after blowout loss
Did Alabama play their way out of CFP bracket? That's possible after heavy SEC Championship loss to Georgia.
A viral confrontation and a sudden resignation shake up Georgia GOP
The man behind the vigilante sting operation that apparently netted a teenage GOP official says he has no regrets.
Georgia football fans spend more on teams than on Christmas, study finds
A new study shows Georgia sports fans spend more on their favorite teams each year than they typically budget for Christmas gifts. Here's how much.
From Hawkins to Hollywood: Stranger Things Pumps Over $650M Into Georgia and $500M Into California
In one small Indiana town, many events would happen that would change many people’s lives, nearly 10 years of a beloved, wildly acclaimed series that shook the entire world. Stranger… The post From Hawkins to Hollywood: Stranger Things Pumps Over $650M Into Georgia and $500M Into California appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
Georgia's high-flying offense presents challenge for Florida St.
Georgia has come out firing in Mike White's fourth season as head coach.
From Barton to Breakthrough Science
Dr. Taylor Medlock-Lanier, Class of 2020, has spent the last five years in her lab at the University of Georgia surrounded by containers of planarians—tiny flatworms with an extraordinary superpower. Cut one in half, and within a week, it will regrow its missing parts, including its entire brain. She’s been asking these tiny creatures a
Josiah Siska Inks With Walk Off Entertainment
Josiah Siska has signed a management deal with Walk Off Entertainment. Hailing from Georgia [...]
CNN Academy Brings Real-Time Sports Newsroom Simulation to Georgia Tech
ATLANTA—CNN and the Georgia Institute of Technology today announced the launch of the CNN Academy Sports Journalism Bootcamp and Simulation, a two-week immersive program designed to prepare the next generation of storytellers for the fast-paced world of sports media.