A new Georgia law now allows trucks to carry up to 88,000 pounds on non-interstate roads, a move aimed at supporting the state's top industry, agriculture, while maintaining a carve-out for metro Atlanta. Representative Leesa Hagan explains the bipartisan effort behind the change and shares how a young hunter helped inspire a new law allowing neon pink safety gear in the field.
On the July 11 edition: Georgia food banks prepare for increased demand after federal cuts to food assistance programs; a Georgia Republican sued over alleged Ponzi scheme; an important Georgia election is next week, but voter turnout's been low
By using AI-powered bots and better supporting caseworkers, social service providers in Georgia are still trying to catch up on a backlogs of applications to the programs.
A group that represents teachers and school staff across Georgia is asking Gov. Brian Kemp to call a special session to address federal cuts to education funding.
Georgia's leading nonprofit supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is celebrating the milestone 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act this month. The landmark law helped shape more inclusive and accessible services in the Atlanta area.
Federal officials are accusing Georgia Republican Brant Frost IV of running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded 300 investors of $140 million. The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a federal civil lawsuit Thursday in Atlanta.
In this week’s Lawmakers Huddle, GPB’s Donna Lowry talks to state Rep. Leesa Hagan about the reason for changes in trucking and why she pushed to make sure some hunters can swap their orange gear for pink.
The Atlanta Food Bank prepares for demand increase following Congress cuts to food assistance benefits; a civil rights law for people with disabilities turns 35.
Georgia's Secretary of State's office is notifying nearly 478,000 that their registrations could be canceled; SNAP in Georgia preps for changes from President Trump's budget bill. officials call voter turnout "miserably low" in PSC runoff.
In honor of the superstar's four performances at Mercedes-Benz Stadium through July 14, select "Cowboy Goodwill" locations are selling sparkly hats and accessories while supplies last.
On the July 10 edition: Georgia secretary of state's office advises hundreds of thousands of voters to check their registration; the anniversary of a landmark civil rights law for people with disabilities; and SNAP eligibility is changing under Trump's new spending bill.
