Sapelo Island’s Gullah Geechee residents face new obstacles to rein in development on their Georgia barrier island even as they hope to win a zoning referendum this month.

Sapelo Island's Gullah Geechee residents, descendants of African slaves, are trying to stop construction of large homes on their Georgia barrier island. Here's what to know.

The governor usually telegraphs his legislative goals well in advance of the session's start. But this year, he's taking his time.

President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting state AI laws could place Georgia lawmakers in a difficult spot as they intend to push for AI regulations.

A record number of U.S. House lawmakers have announced they won’t seek reelection in 2026. In Georgia, an unlikely group of 30-somethings is rushing in to fill the vacuum.

For much of the Democratic campaign for Georgia governor, rivals have largely played nice. That changed Thursday at the first televised gubernatorial forum of the 2026 cycle.

All eight Republicans in Georgia’s delegation opposed and all five Democrats voted for the bill, which would extend the health insurance tax credits for three years.

The election contests are taking shape for four seats on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners in 2026.

Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett formally announced her campaign for Georgia secretary of state Thursday.

The Fulton County elections director estimated troves of 2020 election records sought by the State Election Board will cost more than $400,000.