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Collins, who received last-minute Trump endorsement, wins fight to face Ossoff in November
Congressman Mike Collins secures the Republican nomination to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff. Backed by Donald Trump, Collins faces a grueling general election amid ethics investigations and heavy…
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4mMARTA launches new Breeze fare payment system on March 28
MARTA transitions to its new Breeze payment system starting March 28. Riders can use new tap-to-pay options or upgraded cards during the five-week transition period ending May 2.
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3mJackson defeats Trump-backed Jones to win GOP race for Georgia governor after costly primary battle
Rick Jackson defeats Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in a record-breaking $138 million GOP primary runoff, setting the stage for a general election battle against Keisha Lance Bottoms.
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4mAtlanta City Council approves historic $3.2 billion budget
The Atlanta City Council approved a historic $3.2 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, prioritizing public safety, affordable housing, and youth programs, as well as a slate of measures to address blight, road resurfacing, AI governance and pedestrian safety.
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10mSpecial Session: Black lawmakers 'prepared for the worst' as Georgia GOP eyes new political maps
Georgia lawmakers convene for a high-stakes special session to redraw electoral maps, sparking fears of disenfranchisement and strategic 'dummymandering' that could reshape the state's political landscape through 2028.
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4mDunwoody City Council considers maintaining millage rate at 3.04
The Dunwoody City Council held two public hearings to consider maintaining the millage rate at 3.04, and discussed a proposal to add bicycle lanes on Ashford Center Parkway, as well as other city-related matters.