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The on-again, off-again relationship between former President Donald Trump and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has taken yet another unexpected turn.

From Frenemies to Friends? Trump and Kemp Try to Play Nice

by Thom ChandlerAugust 23, 2024August 23, 2024

Former Georgia Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan Urges Republicans to ‘Dump Trump’

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderAugust 22, 2024August 22, 2024

Georgia Democrats continued to feel the love from big names in blue politics across the country Tuesday during the second day of the Democratic National Convention.

Georgia Delegation Gets Attention at Democratic Convention

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

In an unexpected political twist, former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, a lifelong Republican and vocal critic of Donald Trump, is set to address the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. This move marks a significant moment in Duncan's evolving relationship with the Republican Party, particularly in light of his outspoken stance against Trump's influence.

Georgia Republican Geoff Duncan Will Speak at The Democratic National Convention: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock didn’t mince words at the Democratic National Convention tonight. Addressing the crowd to support Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate, Warnock delivered a scathing critique of former President Donald Trump.

Warnock: Trump Should Try Reading the Bible

by Thom ChandlerAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

The Georgia State Election Board Monday finalized a rule Monday that gives local officials more power to dispute certifying election results by adopting a new ballot counting policy that critics contend could disrupt the presidential election in November.

Analyzing the Controversial Election Board Rule Change in Georgia

by Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

Until Monday, a new online portal run by the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office contained what experts describe as a serious security vulnerability that would have allowed anyone to submit a voter cancellation request for any Georgian. All that was required was a name, date of birth and county of residence — information easily discoverable for many people online.

‘A Terrible Vulnerability:’ Cybersecurity Researcher Discovers Yet Another Flaw in Georgia’s Voter Cancellation Portal

by Doug Bock Clark | ProPublicaAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger recently criticized the State Election Board for considering new rule changes that he believes could undermine the state's election integrity.

Georgia Elections Chief Calls State Election Board ‘Unelected Bureaucrats Who Have Never Run an Election’

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2024August 16, 2024

Macon residents can look forward to new lofts and improved public spaces as the city advances the DT Walton project.

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Downtown Macon Revamp: 140 New Lofts and Parking Deck Set to Transform City Hall Area

by Thom ChandlerAugust 12, 2024August 12, 2024

ROSWELL -- At tonight’s Roswell City Council meeting, significant decisions are expected to be made regarding the future of the historic Roswell Masonic Lodge and a new parking deck development on Alpharetta Street. Key items on the agenda include a resolution to settle ongoing litigation related to the city’s use of eminent domain to acquire the property and the proposed preservation of the Masonic Lodge as an open-air pavilion.

Roswell Will Consider Keeping Historic Masonic Lodge as an Open Air Pavilion

by Thom ChandlerAugust 12, 2024August 12, 2024

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When Will Gwinnett County Property Tax Bills Arrive?

by Hannah Grace HaggardAugust 8, 2024August 8, 2024

To say the 2024 Election season is heating up would be a misnomer. It has turned downright brutal this week. If you're a fan of political mudslinging, you've had a lot to keep up with so far this week. If you prefer your politics with a side of civility -- well, that's just not going to happen.

Politics Today: New Election Rules in Georgia as Mudslinging Abounds

by Thom ChandlerAugust 8, 2024August 8, 2024

The Cook Political Report has moved the presidential race in Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada from “Leans Republican” to “Toss Up,” reflecting a surge in support for Vice President Kamala Harris in battleground states.

Harris vs. Trump: How Close is The Presidential Race in Georgia?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 8, 2024August 8, 2024

In a move sparking renewed debate, the Georgia Election Board voted Wednesday to reopen the investigation into Fulton County's handling of the 2020 presidential recount. This decision, passed by a narrow 3-2 margin, reopens a contentious case about alleged double-counted ballots in the state’s most populous county, an area predominantly supporting Democrat Joe Biden.

New Georgia Election Board Revives Fulton County 2020 Ballot Investigation

by Thom ChandlerAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024

County officials can certify election results only after a “reasonable inquiry” ensures they’re accurate under a controversial election rules change the Republican-dominated State Election Board narrowly approved Tuesday.

State Election Board’s Republican Majority Changes Election Rules in Georgia: Here’s How

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 6, 2024August 6, 2024

On Friday, four days after Georgia Democrats began warning that bad actors could abuse the state’s new online portal for canceling voter registrations, the Secretary of State’s Office acknowledged to ProPublica that it had identified multiple such attempts — including unsuccessful efforts to cancel the registrations of two prominent Republicans, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s and Brad Raffensperger’s Voter Registrations Targeted in Georgia’s New Online Portal

by Doug Bock Clark | ProPublicaAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) has fined the Georgia Republican Party $14,500 for failing to report a contribution from a nonprofit during the 2021 U.S. Senate runoff elections.

Georgia Republicans Slapped With Fine for Illegal Campaign Coordinating

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

Facts matter. Truth matters. And in the last 24 hours, we've seen a political spectacle involving Donald Trump and Kamala Harris that would make P.T. Barnum blush.

Politics Today: Donald Trump Doubles Down, Kamala Harris Fights Back, J.D. Vance Visits Border

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024