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The Republican runoff for governor features candidates Rick Jackson and Burt Jones
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Jackson opens leadership committee after challenging the law in court

Georgia Republican Rick Jackson sets up committee allowing him to raise unlimited amounts of cash in race for governor.

Special session
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

The special session is over. But lawmakers could be back soon.

Republican leaders opted not to redraw political districts for the 2028 election cycle. But they could come back to do it in the fall.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Bottoms challenges Jackson to trio of televised debates in governor’s race

Politically Georgia: “Georgians deserve to hear directly from their candidates for governor,” Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms said.

Opinion and Voices

Martha Zoller
PATRICIA MURPHY

Remembering my friend Martha Zoller, who always returned the call

Martha Zoller, WDUN radio host and "Georgia Gang" panelist, died Monday.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (right) dribbles under pressure during a World Cup match against Cape Verde on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
GUEST COLUMN

As we watch the World Cup, let’s talk about the global state of civic freedom

As the world comes together to watch the World Cup, people around the globe should also call attention to the state of human rights in their countries.

Election 2026 Georgia
PATRICIA MURPHY

Gov. Brian Kemp is election night’s biggest loser

The Georgia governor's backed candidates for the state's marquee Republican primaries lost in Tuesday's runoffs.

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The Republican runoff for governor features candidates Rick Jackson and Burt Jones
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Georgia lawmakers punt fight over voting machines to 2028

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Rick Jackson’s next challenge: Winning over Republicans

Miami WCup Soccer Reaction

Haiti’s World Cup appearance reveals challenges in travel restrictions

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The special session is over. But lawmakers could be back soon.

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DeKalb Commission votes against amendment that would regulate data centers

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Novel cases, charges in 46 counties: U.S. attorney reveals bold plan

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The phone call that helped shape Kemp’s surprise Burt Jones endorsement

Special session

Georgia’s special legislative session ends with no redistricting