Two Democratic-backed challengers sued the state's judicial watchdog in a sealed federal filing as early voting proceeds. The AJC asked a judge to unseal the case before May 19.

A new poll finds broad bipartisan support for tighter AI rules as Georgia campaigns deploy deepfakes, incendiary ads and candidate chatbots.

Morehouse med students rallied Wednesday and launched a petition asking school leaders to replace Rep. Rich McCormick as commencement speaker, citing concerns about his record.

A DeKalb Superior Court judge has blocked two State Election Board rules — a win for county elections staff that limits the board’s reach over local administration. The order invalidates poll‑watcher and daily‑reporting mandates and follows years of legal fights.

A Decatur traffic stop for an unlicensed driver led to an ICE transfer to Stewart Detention Center, and county reports show unlicensed driving is now a top reason for ICE pick‑ups. Local law changes have tightened compliance with federal detainer requests.

Dunwoody is poised to outlaw stand‑alone vape shops under a proposed land‑use ordinance returning to the council next Monday. The draft exempts grocery and convenience stores but would bar separate vape retailers citywide.

A state training council met Tuesday to review allegations that Douglas County deputy coroners handled death investigations and paperwork without proper oaths or bonds.

At least 53 candidates who denied the 2020 result are running for offices that oversee voting in 23 states, including key swing states.

Parts of Gwinnett County will see both a May 19 special election and a primary for State Senate District 7 on the same ballot; here’s what voters need to know.

DeKalb County launched DeKalbAlert, a free real-time emergency notification system officials say will deliver faster warnings. Residents can enroll by texting DEKALBALERT to 67283 or at dekalbalert.com.

DeKalb County raised the minimum wage for county employees to $19 an hour, effective in paychecks dated May 1, affecting thousands of staff across departments. County leaders will hold a May 4 briefing.

Anna Kenney says Emory breached her contract after she posted "good riddance" about Charlie Kirk; the suit blames political pressure and seeks damages.

Former President Joe Biden endorsed Keisha Lance Bottoms on Friday, giving the ex-Atlanta mayor a national lift in a crowded Georgia Democratic primary ahead of May 19.