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Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in Georgia using data from Zillow.

Georgia By The Numbers

Cities with the most expensive homes in Georgia

by StackerMarch 30, 2023

Police officers are often called to respond to dangerous and violent situations, and are issued service weapons to defend themselves and the public. More than 1,000 suspects are killed by law enforcement in the U.S. each year, and the majority of those killings are deemed to be justified by oversight officials.

Crime

In Georgia 95% of police officers involved in the killing of a suspect are never disciplined

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareMarch 30, 2023March 30, 2023

Georgia lawmakers have signed off on legislation allowing hospitals to start police departments using certified law enforcement officers, similar to the approach many colleges take.

Crime

Do Georgia hospitals need their own police departments?

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareMarch 29, 2023March 29, 2023

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Representing You

Representing You: Georgia Lawmakers Champion Gas Leaf Blower Bill

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderMarch 28, 2023October 10, 2023

tornado, storm, weather

Georgia is under a state of emergency due to tornadoes that hit Sunday morning

by Thom ChandlerMarch 26, 2023March 26, 2023

Puberty blockers often need to be followed by hormone therapy to help transgender youth go through the puberty process, said Ren Massey, an Atlanta-area psychologist who specializes in treating gender dysphoria.

Your Government

Fight over medical care for transgender youth moves from state house to courthouse

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 24, 2023

Heavy rain

Weekend weather: Showers, thunderstorms, and a cold front are moving through Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMarch 24, 2023March 24, 2023

Georgia’s banks are in a strong position in the wake of the failure of two large American banks this month, the deputy commissioner of the state agency that oversees banks said Tuesday.

How safe are Georgia’s banks from collapse?

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 22, 2023March 22, 2023

A bill to expand Georgia’s school voucher program moved forward in a House subcommittee Monday with a boost from powerful Republicans. It is expected to get a full committee hearing Tuesday ahead of a potential House vote.

Should Georgia expand its school voucher program?

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderMarch 21, 2023March 21, 2023

Woman in yellow shirt while filling up her car with gasoline

Gas prices are dropping in Georgia. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2023September 24, 2023

The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for north and central Georgia, in effect now through Monday morning, as temperatures are expected to plummet into the 20s. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect sensitive vegetation and exposed pipes from the freezing conditions.

Weather Update: Freezing and fire possible in Georgia today

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2023March 20, 2023

Georgia has a rich and diverse history, with many significant events taking place throughout the month of March. Here are the top 10 most important events that occurred in Georgia during this month in state history.

The Georgia Chronicles

What happened in March in Georgia history?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2023March 17, 2023

It looks like March in Georgia is definitely going out like a lion with freezing temperatures and rain in the forecast for this weekend.

The weather in Georgia this weekend will be freezing with thunderstorms

by Thom ChandlerMarch 17, 2023March 17, 2023

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News You Can Use

Tow to Go helps keep drunk drivers off the road on St. Patrick’s Day

by Thom ChandlerMarch 16, 2023March 16, 2023

Legislation to legalize sports betting in Georgia left for dead after Crossover Day in the General Assembly last week was brought back to life Thursday.

Your Government

Sports betting in Georgia back on the table

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 16, 2023March 16, 2023

Gov. Brian Kemp wasted no time signing the $1 billion state income tax rebate the General Assembly passed this week.

Georgia residents are getting a tax rebate. Find out how much and when you can expect it

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 15, 2023March 15, 2023

The “Reducing Barriers to State Employment” bill also requires the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) to “insofar as practicable” reduce the number of jobs for which a four-year college degree is necessary. The state could continue to require college degrees or other certifications for jobs that are deemed to require them.

Your Government

Georgia lawmakers want to know if college degrees are needed for some state jobs

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 15, 2023March 15, 2023

These are the 25 best colleges in Georgia

by StackerMarch 13, 2023March 13, 2023