Formerly part of the Soviet Union, Georgia was seen as moving towards democracy, but that is quickly being eroded.

More layoffs at the New Georgia Project have hobbled the once powerful left-leaning political organization, raising questions about its future.

A new law takes that took effect in Georgia on July 1 makes it easier for the wrongfully convicted to be compensated for time behind bars.

There will be one week of early voting for the Democratic primary runoff for a seat on the Georgia Public Service Commission.