McCormick reintroduces ‘STOP the SWAMP Act’ amid Fauci inquiry
U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick, R-GA, says he reintroduced legislation aimed at strengthening congressional oversight after Dr. Anthony Fauci refused to answer more than 100 questions before Congress. McCormick first introduced the STOP the SWAMP Act during the 118th Congress which convened January 3, 2023, and ended on January 3, 2025, during the final two years of Joe Biden’s presidency.
Georgia Ports Authority closes out strong fiscal year
The Georgia Ports Authority recently closed out a strong fiscal year. The Port of Savannah ended fiscal year 2026 with June volumes 18 percent over the same month last year, and the Appalachian Regional Port in Northwest Georgia handled a record 49,319 intermodal containers in FY2026, for an increase of 20 percent or more than 8100 boxes compared to FY2025.
Gas tax break takes another bite out of state revenue
Georgia tax revenues fell in June, driven by a gas tax suspension and helped along by increased income tax refunds.
GDOT project streamlines the flow of goods from Georgia ports
The Georgia Department of Transportation is scheduled to open a new high-volume freight corridor in Savannah next week that officials say will streamline the flow of goods at one of the fastest growing ports in the U.S. and remove rail crossing and truck traffic from Savannah neighborhood streets.
PeachFest highlights Atlanta’s dining transformation
With this summer’s FIFA World Cup fitting neatly into the 20th anniversary of the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics, much has been written about how much the city has changed over the past three decades.
House study committees kick off meetings
It’s the off-session for the Georgia General Assembly, but many lawmakers are returning to work this month as members of several special study committees appointed by House Speaker Jon Burns, R-Newington, kick off summer meetings.
Schools servicing military students “above and beyond” recognized
Georgia houses the nation’s fifth largest military population and serves approximately 135,000 military-connected students through the state’s K-12 public education system each year. Along with offering special services to military connected students, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) annually recognizes schools that demonstrate best practices and unique opportunities for military families to connect, ensuring comprehensive support for military students.
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Fight over Georgia voting system escalates ahead of November elections
The battle over voter confidence in Georgia’s election machines flared up after the Legislature decided last month to keep them until 2028.
The Georgia Gang: New polling and a Fulton legal setback
The panelists on the Georgia Gang discuss brand-new polling numbers in the highly competitive Senate and governor’s races, a significant legal setback for the Department of Justice’s investigation into Fulton County, and growing community pushback over local data centers.
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Opinion: Protecting our children requires smart regulation, not just good intentions
In today’s digital age, community building no longer happens solely within the walls of a church or community center. While faith institutions remain core anchors, the ways people—especially young people—grow in their faith increasingly extend into digital spaces.
Opinion: Clarity, certainty and growth – Why modernizing Georgia’s PEO framework matters for small businesses
Georgia’s small businesses are the backbone of our state’s economy. From family-owned manufacturers in Middle Georgia to fast-growing tech startups in Atlanta and Main Street retailers in rural communities, entrepreneurs drive job creation and innovation in every corner of the Peach State.
Opinion: Limiting single-family rentals won’t fix Georgia’s housing shortage
Imagine this: an active-duty service member is temporarily relocated to Robins Air Force Base. He has a wife and two kids, but they can’t find a house to rent that they can afford near the base. Since their service to the nation involves regular relocations, buying a house isn’t practical, and the only place they can find to rent is miles away without good schools nearby.
