The road to an abortion ban would be cleared for the GOP-controlled Georgia assembly if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, state lawmakers say — creating hurdles that would severely affect Black Georgians who are already among the most isolated from quality maternal health care. A leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court […]
Chauncey Alcorn
Chauncey Alcorn is Capital B Atlanta's state and local politics reporter.
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Political Reporter’s Notebook: ‘Divisive Concepts’ Bill Signed Into Law
This story has been updated. It’s the beginning of the end. The final countdown is underway for Georgia’s Democratic and Republican primaries, which take place in less than a month on May 24. Gov. Brian Kemp spent the week signing some contentious GOP-backed bills into law after engaging in a spirited debate with his Republican […]
Posted inCity Politics
‘Your Chance to Be Heard’: What You Need to Know About Atlanta’s Budget
It’s that time of year again! One of the most critical endeavors local government leaders engage in — finalizing the annual city budget — is about to begin. If you live inside the perimeter, it’s a process that can have a major impact on your quality of life. Atlanta’s fiscal year 2023 city budget is […]
Posted inHousing, Money
After Mayor’s Promise, Peoplestown Residents Still Not Sure Where They Stand
It’s been three months since Mayor Andre Dickens met with Black homeowners in Peoplestown and committed to resolving their years-long eminent domain saga within the first 100 days of his administration. That self-imposed deadline expired two weeks ago with Dickens reportedly telling members of the media that discussions are still ongoing. This week, two of […]
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Political Reporter’s Notebook: Fulton County Elections Worker Wins Award After False Trump Accusations
Another key week in Georgia state and local politics is drawing to a close. Several regional storylines made headlines over the past seven days. Here’s a summary of some of the week’s top stories: Fulton elections staffer wins major award after enduring false Trump accusations A Fulton County board of elections worker whom Donald Trump […]
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Atlanta’s Top Cop Rodney Bryant Is Retiring
Welcome to the weekend! This week in Georgia politics saw some critical measures signed into law and some eyebrow raising political donations made in key midterm races. Here are some of the highlights: Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant announces retirement Mayor Andre Dickens’ office announced on Friday that Police Chief Rodney Bryant will step down […]
Posted inState Politics
‘It’s Going to Be a Travesty’: Why Georgia’s New Gun Law Is Troubling for Black Residents
Georgia Second Amendment advocates have been celebrating for the past week. On April 12, Gov. Brian Kemp signed SB 319 — dubbed by supporters as the Constitutional Carry Act — into law. The measure, which took effect immediately, makes it legal for a “lawful weapons carrier” to carry concealed handguns without a permit anywhere that […]
Posted inMoney
Georgia Suspended Its Gas Tax. Here’s What It Means For You.
The next time you’re at the gas pump, you might feel less strain on your wallet. On March 18, Gov. Brian Kemp signed into law a bill to suspend Georgia’s tax on gasoline. Also known as a gas tax holiday, HB 304 was designed to reduce the rising cost of fuel for state residents struggling […]
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Political Reporter’s Notebook: Recapping Dickens’ First State of the City Address
Happy Friday! This week was a pivotal one on the state and local politics beat. Here are some of the top political headlines you should know about heading into the weekend: Dickens talks public safety and housing during first State of the City address At his inaugural State of the City address on Monday, Mayor […]
Posted inState Politics
Black Voters Should Know About These Bills GA Legislators Passed in Their Last Votes of 2022
Georgia lawmakers worked through midnight early Tuesday to get a set of bills passed on Sine Die, the last day of the state’s 40-day legislative session. Several of the General Assembly’s most contentious proposed laws – including a measure giving the Georgia Bureau of Investigation greater authority to oversee elections – were passed by both […]