Politically Georgia: Kemp takes on school mask mandates, Buckhead cityhood takes a hit

Gov. Brian Kemp says it‘s time to end mask mandates in schools.

In this edition of the Politically Georgia podcast, Atlanta Journal-Constitution political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss how the culture wars are seeping into the classroom. Plus, our team looks at why the Buckhead breakaway may have been derailed.

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Georgia’s Public Service Commission faces first election in five years

Two commissioners on Georgia’s all-Republican utility regulatory board are up for reelection this year.

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State Sen. Brandon Beach talks on ‘Politically Georgia’ about joining the Trump administration

State Senator Brandon Beach talks about his appointment to be United States treasurer.

Trump’s return reshaped Georgia’s legislative session — and previewed the 2026 campaign

The Georgia legislative session provides a glimpse of the issues that will animate 2026 campaigns in the state.

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State Sen. Brandon Beach talks on ‘Politically Georgia’ about joining the Trump administration

Georgia’s Public Service Commission faces first election in five years

Legislative session ends with few wins for Georgia environmentalists

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Trump plays chicken with China: What it means for Georgia’s poultry industry

One expert said the sector where Georgia companies are most exposed on tariffs is agribusiness.

MARTA BRT project delayed by long-forgotten parking garage, trolley lines

2025 Masters first round tee times and groups revealed. When will Scottie Scheffler start?

Masters live updates from Tuesday at Augusta National, where favorites including Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are expected to appear