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;

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The Brief for Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Democratic state senator Nabilah Parkes of Duluth is resigning; charges have been dropped in the case of five teenagers involved in the death of Hall County teacher and coach Jason Hughes; a new report from Duluth-based Planned PEThood of Georgia outlines a framework for improving the delivery of animal welfare services in the state.

Democratic state senator Nabilah Parkes of Duluth is resigning; charges have been dropped in the case of five teenagers involved in the death of Hall County teacher and coach Jason Hughes; a new report from Duluth-based Planned PEThood of Georgia outlines a framework for improving the delivery of animal welfare services in the state.

The Brief for Friday, March 13, 2026

ACLU to Dept. of Homeland Security: Stop detaining immigrants in temporary holding cells in the basement of an Atlanta immigration office; Could professional hockey return to Atlanta?; and why this year's Dogwood Festival has an admission charge.  

ACLU to Dept. of Homeland Security: Stop detaining immigrants in temporary holding cells in the basement of an Atlanta immigration office; Could professional hockey return to Atlanta?; and why this year's Dogwood Festival has an admission charge.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Brief for Thursday, March 12, 2026

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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