Some of the biggest names running for state office qualify under the Gold Dome; Fulton commissioners approve plan aimed at improving conditions at the Rice Street jail; and a conversation with Boris Kodjoe.

Some of the biggest names running for state office qualify under the Gold Dome; Fulton commissioners approve plan aimed at improving conditions at the Rice Street jail; and a conversation with Boris Kodjoe.

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The Brief for Thursday, March 5, 2026

Fulton DA says state GOP is targeting her for prosecuting Donald Trump; political shuffle on Fulton County Commission sets the stage for major shifts; and what a year into Trump's second term means for the Atlanta-based CDC.  

Fulton DA says state GOP is targeting her for prosecuting Donald Trump; political shuffle on Fulton County Commission sets the stage for major shifts; and what a year into Trump's second term means for the Atlanta-based CDC.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Brief for Monday, March 9, 2026

Candidates qualify for the commission that sets Georgia Power rates; and an investigation into a controversial land swap in DeKalb County

Candidates qualify for the commission that sets Georgia Power rates; and an investigation into a controversial land swap in DeKalb County

The Brief for Friday, March 6, 2026

Despite fellow GOP efforts to stop him, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger qualifies to run for governor; Atlanta Fed finds businesses are hesitant to expand because of current political climate; and what do you do when flames decimate your entire studio? For one Atlanta artist, you turn the ashes into inspiration.

Despite fellow GOP efforts to stop him, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger qualifies to run for governor; Atlanta Fed finds businesses are hesitant to expand because of current political climate; and what do you do when flames decimate your entire studio? For one Atlanta artist, you turn the ashes into inspiration.

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