Georgia
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Waffle House is having a viral moment at the World Cup. Workers say it’s time to share the wealth.
“We are just asking for a seat at the table:” Waffle House workers are using the World Cup’s global spotlight to demand a $25 wage, round-the-clock security, and an end to meal deductions.
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How outside ‘dark money’ is shaping Democratic races in Georgia
Outside groups have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in local races this year, testing how much influence money can buy.
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Bookman: Jackson’s policies don’t bode well for Georgians whose lives mirror his own early years
Rick Jackson, who is the Republican nominee for governor, has made his difficult childhood the centerpiece of his campaign.
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Mike Collins allegedly spent $400,000 in taxpayer funds to make ads about himself
The congressman is in hot water—again—for potentially misusing taxpayer funds.
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‘United for Georgia:’ Ossoff and Bottoms rally around anti-corruption message in Savannah
At their first joint rally since the primaries, the two Democratic candidates trained their fire on corruption, from Medicaid contracts to Kazakhstan mineral deals.
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Georgia Republicans won’t redraw electoral maps during special session
Facing a Capitol full of chanting protesters, GOP leaders shelved their push to redraw the state’s maps before 2028—for now.
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What’s on the agenda during Georgia’s special session
Georgia’s special session will begin on Wednesday with a redistricting fight that could reshape Black political representation across the state. Plus: a voting-system deadline, gas tax ratification, and more.
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The wealthiest companies in the world got $2.5 billion in tax breaks to build data centers in Georgia
A 2018 sales tax exemption meant to attract technology companies has exploded in cost—and a powerful lobby is making sure nothing changes.
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Independent watchdog calls for anti corruption investigation into Dooley, Kemp
A nonpartisan watchdog says the financial ties between Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and the Dooley family have enough “red flags” to warrant an independent investigation.
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What $1,500 rent gets you in Georgia right now
Georgia has housing deals if you know where to find them. Here’s a city-by-city breakdown of what renters can get for $1,500 a month.
