Judge denies Laken Riley killer a new trial; state lawmakers pass 2027 budget; and Yamaha ditches California for Georgia. 

Judge denies Laken Riley killer a new trial; state lawmakers pass 2027 budget; and Yamaha ditches California for Georgia.&nbsp;

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The Brief for Tuesday, March 10, 2026

With QR codes on ballots now unlawful in Georgia, another new voting system is on the horizon; gas prices sharply increase as war with Iran continues; and the significance of the Stitch project adding "Inc." to its name. 

With QR codes on ballots now unlawful in Georgia, another new voting system is on the horizon; gas prices sharply increase as war with Iran continues; and the significance of the Stitch project adding "Inc." to its name.&nbsp;

The Brief for Wednesday, March 11, 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 Tuesday, March 10, 2026

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