A rift over minimum wage in Senate debate

Republican Herschel Walker said he didn’t support increasing the federal minimum wage over concerns that it would hurt small businesses.

His Democratic opponent, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, said he backs a “livable wage.”

“People deserve to participate in the prosperity they’re creating for others,” said Warnock.

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Republicans search for a winning formula after election setbacks

Georgia's GOP members of Congress reflect on election night shift to Democrats, with Marjorie Taylor Greene saying: Deliver on promises or ‘don’t expect return customers.'

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Government shutdown is now the longest ever. Here’s how it’s affecting the state.

From air travel to food assistance to small business loans, Georgians are feeling the effects of the extended federal government shutdown.

‘Landslide’ PSC sweep jolts Georgia Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms

Georgia Democrats put Republicans 'on notice' ahead of 2026 midterms with Public Service Commission wins.

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Democrats head to runoff election in Gwinnett state House race

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Dick Cheney’s last public act was to fight Donald Trump

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‘Landslide’ PSC sweep jolts Georgia Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms

Georgia Democrats put Republicans 'on notice' ahead of 2026 midterms with Public Service Commission wins.

Atlanta traffic patterns are changing, report says. How it impacts your drive.

A recent study from Texas A&M University backs up what we're all seeing: Roads are clogged all day long, and by some metrics, traffic is busier than in 2019.

Mrs. America isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty

From beauty queen to cricket farmer to grief coach, Buford resident Paige Ewing keeps it real. She is the 2025 Mrs. America, and in January she will compete for Mrs. World.