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The untold story of Amy Carter’s White House nanny, Mary Prince

Mary Prince met President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter 54 years ago as a wrongly convicted murderer. She talks about becoming a beloved nanny, caregiver and member of the family.

Georgia’s First Liberty Building & Loan hit with lawsuits after collapse

Legal troubles are swirling around First Liberty Building & Loan and related firms since the company ceased all business operations in late June.

SEC accuses GOP-linked Georgia lender of $140M Ponzi scheme

Federal regulators filed a complaint Thursday seeking the seizure of Georgia lender First Liberty Building & Loan, accusing its founder of operating a Ponzi scheme.

SNAP cuts could mean fewer free meals for Georgia students

President Donald Trump's massive tax and spending bill could mean Georgia students receive fewer meals during the school year.

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Georgia lender accused of funneling funds to GOP political campaigns

Federal regulator have accused Brant Frost IV of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme. Frost was leader of First Liberty Building and Loan in Newnan.

Republican attorney general candidates closely matched in fundraising

Republican state Sen. Bill Cowsert of Athens raised about $530,000 in contributions for his campaign. Republican state Brian Strickland of McDonough reported about $435,000.

Democratic PSC candidates promise lower power bills headed into primary runoff

Two Democrats with contrasting backgrounds compete for the party nomination in a low-turnout runoff election for a chance to serve on Georgia's Public Service Commission.

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Georgia disability rights advocates fear weakening of U.S. accessibility law

Advocates worry the Department of Energy’s move could be the start of a broader effort by other federal agencies to roll back civil rights rules.

‘It’s just a very difficult time.’ Georgia firms grapple again with trade war.

Uncertainty over tariffs is once again challenging Georgia businesses that rely on trade.

Two of Georgia’s top trade partners, South Korea and Japan, hit with tariff threats

Trump announced 25% import taxes will take effect next month on products originating in South Korea and Japan, two key trade partners for Georgia and the nation.

‘Big, beautiful bill’ passage dims outlook for Georgia’s clean energy sectors

Georgia has been one of the top states for solar and electric vehicle manufacturing investment. Some warn that's at risk after passage of the "one big, beautiful bill."

Georgia schools could be impacted by federal funding delay

Georgia schools are waiting on $200 million in federal grants used to fund after school and other programs. The Trump administration says the money is under review.

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.

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Georgia lender accused of funneling funds to GOP political campaigns

Federal regulator have accused Brant Frost IV of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme. Frost was leader of First Liberty Building and Loan in Newnan.

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Donors highlight divisions in Georgia’s Democratic race for governor

The campaigns of former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and state Sen. Jason Esteves are pulling from different circles of support as they prepare for the 2026 primary.

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Georgia’s campaign season heats up as politicians tease runs for higher office

U.S. Rep. Mike Collins confirmed he is weighing a run for Senate. And U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene continues to hint at a run for governor.

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A history of recent mass Georgia voter registration cancellations

About 478,000 inactive Georgia voter registrations could be canceled, the highest number since a record-setting 534,000 removals in 2017.

Will my Georgia voter registration be canceled? Find out here.

Voters can check whether their registrations could be canceled by using The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's online search tool.

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Georgia begins one of the largest voter registration cancellations in history

Georgia is notifying 478,000 people their inactive voter registrations could soon be canceled. It will be one of the largest mass removals in U.S. history.

New Georgia election audit targets voters registered at P.O. boxes and businesses

Georgia election officials are trying to find inaccurate voter registrations of people registered at P.O. boxes or business addresses.

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Georgia appeals court rules election boards must certify results

The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that election board members are required to certify election results even when they have concerns about fraud or errors.

Under Georgia’s abortion law, mothers’ end-of-life wishes can be overruled

The case of Adriana Smith raises questions about end-of-life decisions for pregnant women.

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Georgia disability rights advocates fear weakening of U.S. accessibility law

Advocates worry the Department of Energy’s move could be the start of a broader effort by other federal agencies to roll back civil rights rules.

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‘We have your back.’ Kemp vows support for Israeli hostages in Gaza.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp meets with the family of a 24-year-old held hostage by Hamas, highlighting the governor's support for Israel.

‘It’s just a very difficult time.’ Georgia firms grapple again with trade war.

Uncertainty over tariffs is once again challenging Georgia businesses that rely on trade.

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A history of recent mass Georgia voter registration cancellations

About 478,000 inactive Georgia voter registrations could be canceled, the highest number since a record-setting 534,000 removals in 2017.

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Will my Georgia voter registration be canceled? Find out here.

Voters can check whether their registrations could be canceled by using The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's online search tool.

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Georgia begins one of the largest voter registration cancellations in history

Georgia is notifying 478,000 people their inactive voter registrations could soon be canceled. It will be one of the largest mass removals in U.S. history.

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Trump spars with his supporters over migrant jobs

The president has talked about a “temporary pass” for migrants to supply more workers for farms, hotels and restaurants. But that hasn't gone over well with some Republicans.

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Donors highlight divisions in Georgia’s Democratic race for governor

The campaigns of former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and state Sen. Jason Esteves are pulling from different circles of support as they prepare for the 2026 primary.

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How Burt Jones could reshape the Republican campaign for governor

The Politically Georgia podcast team talks about the lieutenant governor's entrance into the race for governor.

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Special session in Georgia to address impacts of ‘big, beautiful bill’ unlikely

Georgia is unlikely to convene a special session to address impacts to the state from Trump's "big, beautiful bill."