In this Oct. 7, 2016 photo, a nurse provides assistance to the surgical staff at the Dr. Isaac Gonzalez Mart

In this Oct. 7, 2016 photo, a nurse provides assistance to the surgical staff at the Dr. Isaac Gonzalez Mart

Credit: AP Photo/Carlos Giusti

The U.S. Senate has rejected two proposals aimed at lowering healthcare costs.

As Georgians shop for coverage on the Affordable Care Act marketplace, uncertainty in Congress could affect what they pay next year. More than a million Georgians rely on ACA plans, and premiums could rise in 2026 if enhanced subsidies expire.

Gainesville is headed to the state championship after a 37-6 win over Rome. The victory caps a turbulent postseason for the Red Elephants, whose playoff run was briefly in doubt after a late-November brawl.

After a losing season, the Atlanta Braves are making moves ahead of 2026. The team has added pitcher Robert Suarez and outfielder Mike Yastrzemski on a two-year, $23 million deal.

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