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Democrats win a majority in the Georgia House for first time in 22 years

Republicans retained control of the state Senate, but their majority has narrowed.

Brian Kemp rejects push to redraw maps, curb Keisha Lance Bottoms’ powers

The governor’s announcement comes hours after Bottoms’ historic victory, which ended 24 years of GOP control of the Governor’s Mansion.

The most detailed map of Jon Ossoff’s Senate reelection

a Precinct-level analysis breaks down Jon Ossoff's victory over Mike Collins in the U.S. Senate race.

DAVID PLAZAS

Newly reelected, Jon Ossoff should stay in Senate for the next six years

Voters reelected the senator to be a check on Trump and to continue his bipartisan work for constituents.

PATRICIA MURPHY

Georgia Republicans just got Trumped

The Georgia GOP embraced Trump. Georgia voters said enough.

Democrats win PSC majority, which could affect Georgia Power bills

Peter Hubbard and Shelia Edwards defeat GOP challengers as voter backlash from rising power bills carries over in midterms.

Keisha Lance Bottoms and the long road from Crawfordville to Governor’s Mansion

More than 160 years after her ancestors were enslaved in Georgia, the former Atlanta mayor has made history as the first Black woman elected governor.

Latest results for Tuesday’s midterm election races across Georgia

Midterm election contests for local, state and congressional contests took place across the state Tuesday.

GUEST COLUMN

As Atlanta welcomes pandas, remember Tibet’s role in protecting their habitat

Americans have a chance to learn about the people behind one of China’s most powerful symbols.

GUEST COLUMN

Cooperatives predate U.S. independence and still benefit Americans today

America’s 250th anniversary should challenge us to consider what freedom and democracy require in the decades ahead.

GUEST COLUMN

On Giving Tuesday, show support for Georgia nonprofits that touch your life

Early giving started on Nov. 1, and Giving Tuesday is Dec. 1. Make a plan to support one or more of these organizations that help connect neighbors.

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Mike Collins supporters gather for election results

Supporters of Georgia Republican U.S. senate candidate Mike Collins gather as election results come in.

Keisha Lance Bottoms supporters rally as election results come in

Supporters gather for Georgia gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms as polls close. Bottoms won, becoming the first Black woman in U.S.

Rick Jackson supporters gather as election results roll in

Supporters gather for Georgia gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson as polls close. He was defeated by Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms.