Jonesboro raised the starting pay for new sworn officers to $60,000 and approved across‑the‑board raises to address recruitment and pay compression. City documents show funding options.

Gwinnett Superior Court Judge Deborah Fluker, a trailblazer in the county’s courts, died after a battle with cancer. Officials say memorial plans have not yet been announced.

A Kappa Alpha Psi–hosted town hall at Georgia State put a crowded field of governor hopefuls in front of Atlanta voters Saturday. The nonpartisan forum focused on economy, education and public safety.

Jeremy Brown has been named the RNC's Georgia state director and will be based in Atlanta to build the party's field operation ahead of the 2026 cycle.

The FTC opened a 47‑page review of food and grocery delivery pricing, arguing that “free delivery” ads often hide mandatory fees and asking for public comment.

Sonny Perdue announced Wednesday he will retire as chancellor of the University System of Georgia; the Board of Regents will launch a national search and Perdue will stay until a successor is named.

A Sacramento DACA recipient was ordered to appear in Atlanta after EOIR reopened a 2014 removal case. Local organizers and Rep. Doris Matsui are pressing DOJ for a transfer.

Sen. Jon Ossoff asked CMS to probe insurers after studies and federal data showed prior‑auth delays and millions of denials that can harm patients. He wants answers by April 30.

The Board of Regents approved modest tuition increases on Tuesday: in‑state undergraduates will see a 1% rise for 2026‑27 while non‑residents face a 3% bump.

Trump endorsed Houston Gaines and Jim Kingston as two open Georgia House seats head to May primaries.

Reports say the White House is favoring former deputy Surgeon General Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC. The move would require Senate confirmation amid months of agency turmoil.

State regulators have temporarily barred power cutoffs and late fees for TSA workers living in Georgia while the federal shutdown continues. The pause lasts until back pay is restored.

A 2016 fatal bicycle crash tied to state Sen. Blake Tillery has returned to the campaign trail after a rival flagged the case on social media.