Property taxes could get fresh look

A state-imposed moratorium on raising property assessments will expire in January, though a renewed debate on the property tax system is likely.

New 1st lady wants to make an impact, improve the state

Sandra Deal is a woman who has always worked behind the scenes. Her husband, Republican Gov.-elect Nathan Deal, has spent the last two decades as a politician. And she has been with him for every step of the way, taking care of her family while he served as a state senator, a U.S. House representative and now preparing to take over as the governor of Georgia. And for the first time, Sandra Deal will be ...

Ralston focusing on the budget

Georgia House Speaker David Ralston isn't making any jokes when it comes to this year's budget.

Cagle says he’s ready to face state’s issues

Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle believes he has achieved the American dream, and he wants to help Georgia residents do the same.

Top state officials from area huddle on agenda

Northeast Georgia's top three political native sons are firming up their legislative priorities, meeting at the Capitol to discuss ongoing ideas before Christmas.

Deal: Layoffs coming in state government

Collins to serve as a House floor leader for Deal

Gov.-elect Nathan Deal named his choice for state House floor leaders Friday afternoon, including Gainesville Rep. Doug Collins.

Service, faith to highlight Deal inaugural ceremony

Gov.-elect Nathan Deal has announced the schedule of events surrounding his inauguration. Deal will be sworn into office at 2 p.m. Jan. 10 in front of the state Capitol in Atlanta. The ceremony will be preceded by a prayer service at 9 a.m. at the Mount Paran Church of God. An invitation-only gala will follow that evening at 7:30 p.m. at Philips Arena. The gala will feature several musical performers from Georgia, as well as ...

Legislators hear proposals for area

As the Georgia General Assembly prepares to fill a $1.5 billion hole in the state budget, local legislators have no doubt more cuts are coming. The question is, where?

Economy dominates Eggs & Issues breakfast

The economy was the common theme at Thursday morning's Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Eggs & Issues breakfast where participants discussed balancing the state budget and creating jobs.

New governors have water on their plates

A solution to the water war with Alabama and Florida has eluded Georgia governors for nearly two decades, but Gov.-elect Nathan Deal is hopeful he will be able work out an agreement.

Gov.-elect announces Senate floor leaders

Gov.-elect Nathan Deal announced Friday the three senators who will serve as floor leaders. Sen. Jim Butterworth, R-Clarkesville, Sen. Ronnie Chance, R-Tyrone, and Sen. Bill Jackson, R-Appling, will be liaisons between the governor and the state Senate to help Deal guide his legislative agenda. The floor leaders will assume their new roles after Deal takes office Jan. 10. "It is an honor to have these three men join my administration as the Senate floor leaders," ...

Deal's state appointments include old faces, 1 new one

Gov.-elect Nathan Deal has started on a long list of appointments in state government, starting with a new face and a few familiar ones.

Senate power struggle stirs questions

As Senate members continue to iron out what powers Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle will have during the upcoming legislative session, many political observers wonder how it could affect legislation.

Mills loses House leadership bid

State Rep. James Mills lost his bid Monday to become the next majority leader for the Georgia House of Representatives.

GOP dominates 3 open congressional races

SAVANNAH - With three U.S. House seats in Georgia wide open in 2014, the chance to go to Washington is already attracting a crowd of several state legislators, a minister, a surgeon, a political novice and an ex-congressman seeking a comeback. So far, not one is a Democrat.