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Georgia residents are bracing themselves for scorching temperatures this weekend, with apparent temperatures set to soar into the 100°-110° range.

Temperatures in Georgia will spike to 112 degrees this weekend

by Thom ChandlerJune 29, 2023September 24, 2023

What's Next?: The report offers a series of money-saving strategies, which residents can implement to lessen the financial burden. These strategies can help alleviate the stress caused by rising prices, giving Georgians a roadmap to better personal finances.

Georgia By The Numbers

51% of Georgia Residents Are ‘Very Stressed’ About Their Finances — Are You One of Them?

by Thom ChandlerJune 27, 2023June 27, 2023

Expect scattered showers and the rumbling of thunderstorms across much of north and central regions today, with isolated occurrences extending into the weekend.

Scattered storms and high temperatures expected in Georgia this week

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023June 26, 2023

Thermometer

Unleashing the Inferno: How to Conquer Georgia’s Scorching Summers

by Thom ChandlerJune 25, 2023June 25, 2023

ATLANTA – Controversial legislation imposing mandatory minimum prison terms for gang recruitment in Georgia will take effect July 1. Senate Bill 44 is one of dozens of bills the General Assembly passed this year that will become law with the start of a new fiscal year. Passed by the legislature’s Republican majorities along party lines,

Your Government

Here are the new laws that start in Georgia in July 2023

by Thom ChandlerJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Police officers SWAT

Georgia By The Numbers

Law Enforcement Agencies in Georgia Have Acquired Millions of Dollars in Military Equipment

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Over half of Georgia residents do not make advanced preparations for hurricane season or severe weather, with 16% saying they would ignore warnings to evacuate in the event of a hurricane.

Hurricane Prep: 44% of Georgia Residents Won’t Leave Unless It’s a Category 3 or Stronger

by Thom ChandlerJune 20, 2023June 20, 2023

Severe weather conditions such as large hail, heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and an isolated tornado or two are also possible throughout the day.

Expect a rainy week in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJune 19, 2023June 19, 2023

ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp will lead an international mission this week starting in the “other” Georgia, the nation at the eastern end of the Black Sea tucked between Turkey and Russia. The trip to the Georgian capital of Tbilisi will mark the first time a sitting U.S. governor has visited Georgia. “I’m looking forward

Your Government

Brian Kemp heads to the ‘other’ Georgia this week

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 12, 2023June 12, 2023

Stacker crunched the numbers from a variety of sources to find the best beach towns in Georgia

The best beach towns in Georgia

by StackerJune 9, 2023June 9, 2023

Soldiers of the armed forces marching

Representing You

Warnock bill aims to restore full military housing benefits

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

Know What to Do if You See a Black Bear: If you see a bear, stand quietly or back away slowly. Never run; running may trigger a chase response. If a bear approaches, hold your ground, wave your arms and yell “Hey Bear” until it leaves. Stay with your group.

News You Can Use

Do you know what to do if you see a bear in the woods?

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

ATLANTA – The voter registration rate in Georgia increased from 78% to 98% during the first four years of automatic voter registration, according a report released Wednesday by a nonpartisan nonprofit that promotes election integrity. The Peach State implemented automatic voter registration in 2016 through state motor vehicles offices. Every time a Georgian updates his

Your Government

Georgia voter registration rate soars to 98% due to automatic voter registration

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

The Gist: Georgia ranks as the 7th best state for civic racial equality according to a WalletHub study analyzing racial equality in social and civic engagement across five key metrics.

What Does Civic Racial Equality Look Like in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2023October 10, 2023

Last week, Georgia's representatives in Congress faced a tough decision on the debt ceiling deal. This critical vote has the potential to impact the nation's economy and the way the government functions.

Representing You

How Georgia’s Representatives voted on the debt ceiling

by Thom ChandlerJune 3, 2023September 24, 2023

The Gist: Memorial Day travel in Georgia turned deadly, with 16 lives lost in traffic accidents across the state during the long weekend. In a surge of incidents, over 200 individuals were injured, with law enforcement reporting almost 500 traffic crashes statewide.

Traffic & Transportation

The Sobering Reality Behind Georgia’s Memorial Day: Deaths, DUIs and Traffic Disasters

by Thom ChandlerJune 2, 2023June 2, 2023

ATLANTA – Both of Georgia’s U.S. senators put aside their concerns over how the debt limit agreement reached by President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy would affect spending on federal programs to vote for the deal. Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock joined 61 of their colleagues from both sides of the aisle

Georgia’s senators vote in favor of debt ceiling deal

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 2, 2023June 2, 2023

Stacker compiled a list of counties with the most farmland in Georgia using data from the Agriculture Department's Farm Service Agency.

Georgia By The Numbers

Which counties have the most farmland in Georgia?

by StackerJune 2, 2023June 2, 2023

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