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Some of Georgia’s elected leaders repeat that agriculture is the Peach State’s No. 1 industry. But that’s not what the numbers say. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger questioned a U.S. Census Bureau report alleging that 400 noncitizens voted in the 2020 election, while experts noted the findings would not change the election’s outcome. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah…Read more

Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tricia Pridemore announced her resignation effective Sept. 4, leaving her seat open for Governor Brian Kemp to fill until the winner of the upcoming November election is sworn in. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for…Read more

Enrollment in the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program dropped by more than 20% in Georgia and 13% over a 12-month period due to stricter work requirements and administrative challenges following the implementation of President Trump’s legislative changes. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing…Read more

Georgia state senators Josh McLaurin and Greg Dolezal are campaigning for the lieutenant governor position ahead of their November 3 election. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson pledged to terminate his companies’ state contracts upon winning the election, despite recent findings that a subsidiary had secured a contract extension through mid-next year. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal…Read more

An Army engineering battalion at Fort Stewart offered soldiers a special four-day pass coinciding with the release of Grand Theft Auto VI as an incentive to reenlist. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

New CDC data shows that kindergarten immunization rates are falling while vaccine exemptions are rising nationally and in Georgia, despite efforts from health experts to combat misinformation. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

The administration of Georgia Governor Brian Kemp suggested ending the Pathways to Coverage Medicaid program due to sustainability concerns following new federal requirements, sparking alarm among patient advocates. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities….Read more

Recent natural disasters have highlighted the critical need for disaster resilience through redundant communication methods beyond reliance on smartphones. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Georgia’s House Bill 117 requires restaurants to disclose the country of origin for shrimp to increase transparency and support local shrimpers against foreign competition. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Coastal communities in Georgia are implementing living shorelines and pursuing large-scale conservation plans to protect migrating salt marshes from rising sea levels caused by climate change. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

As the Trump administration implements new tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon, QCells is expanding its Cartersville, Georgia, facility to house the entire solar cell production process under one roof by late October. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism…Read more

Former Atlanta mayor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms campaigned across Coastal Georgia, visiting towns such as Woodbine, Brunswick, and Richmond Hill before concluding her trip at the Georgia Democratic Convention in Savannah. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism…Read more

Democratic voters showed recordbreaking turnout in several midterm primary elections, fueling optimism ahead of November’s congressional contests despite potential challenges from redistricting. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Starting in July 2027, the Georgia Supreme Court will stop routinely hearing murder case appeals, transferring that responsibility to the Georgia Court of Appeals to help manage its workload. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s…Read more

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger launched a bipartisan task force composed of former officials and election experts to bolster voter confidence ahead of the midterm elections. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

An analysis of consumer behavior and demographics reveals that the rural-urban political divide in America is deeply rooted in lifestyle choices, retail patterns, and education levels. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Hospitals across the United States are increasingly demanding large upfront payments from patients due to rising deductibles and complex insurance coverage, a trend that can create significant financial barriers to accessing care. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah…Read more

Georgia health officials are requesting increased federal funding from the Trump administration to cover rising costs caused by projected increases in Medicaid enrollment under new federal eligibility guidelines. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities….Read more

Chatham County officials continue to delay formal presentations regarding the progress of the multi-million dollar Multi Agency Public Safety Facility while awaiting necessary reports on proposed contract increases. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities….Read more

Atlanta-based surveillance company Flock Safety announced several updates to its license plate reader platform aimed at increasing accountability and addressing privacy concerns following reports of law enforcement misuse. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities….Read more

As Georgia approaches its gubernatorial election, candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson offer opposing solutions to rising healthcare costs amid a University of Georgia survey showing widespread bipartisan concern over affordability and price transparency. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog…Read more

Georgia’s Board of Community Health unanimously approved a policy to include certain HIV diagnoses under the “medically frail” designation, exempting eligible low-income individuals from Medicaid work requirements. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Georgia lawmakers formed a joint committee to investigate rising foster care costs and service deficits following significant budgetary challenges in late 2025. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Georgia Power secured an extension to negotiate its contract with OpenAI following potential objections from Public Service Commission staff regarding the $20 billion data center project. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities.Read more

Health Management Resources Governmental Service, LLC is set to take over operations at the state-owned Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville this fall following reports of systemic safety and staffing issues. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and…Read more

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing on Friday regarding a draft air pollution permit for two new gas and oil-fired units at Georgia Power’s Plant McIntosh. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for…Read more

Residents and activists in Glynn County, Georgia, continue to voice concerns regarding privacy and potential misuse of the department’s extensive Flock license plate reader system despite police assurances of transparency and strict auditing protocols. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism…Read more

Bryan County attorney Aaron Kappler informed the county commission that an independent environmental review cleared the Caesarstone property of contamination following allegations from Westwin Elements CEO KaLeigh Long. The Current is an inclusive nonprofit, non-partisan news organization providing in-depth watchdog journalism for Savannah and Coastal Georgia’s communities….Read more