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In Georgia’s burning Brantley County, family loses two homes, saves another

As wildfires continue to scorch the dry lands of southeast Georgia, some families see their homes destroyed while shifting winds spare others.

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Gov. Kemp: South Georgia wildfires are ‘most dangerous, biggest’ in U.S.

Gov. Brian Kemp said Friday twin uncontained fires in South Georgia had destroyed more than 120 homes and that this weekend's weather isn't expected to provide relief.

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Peabody Awards recognizes the AJC’s ‘ICE Sweeps Georgia’ video series

The AJC’s “ICE Sweeps Georgia” social video series was a unanimous selection of Peabody jurors in the Interactive & Immersive category.

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U.S. House District 13: A suddenly wide-open race in metro Atlanta

U.S. Rep. David Scott had been running for a 13th term. But his death on April 22 has created another open congressional seat in Georgia.

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What to know about Georgia wildfires: Crews battling big southern blazes

Smoke drifting north from wildfires in Georgia and Florida triggered a “Code Orange” air quality alert in metro Atlanta. Gov. Brian Kemp surveyed South Georgia damage Friday.

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U.S. House District 5: Williams dominates Atlanta re-election race

Atlanta U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams is expected to cruise to reelection in her overwhelmingly Democratic district.

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U.S. House District 6: McBath seeks 4th term after dropping bid for governor

Lucy McBath faces no Democratic primary opposition but two Republicans are running to face her in November.

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U.S. House District 7: Clear GOP path for McCormick after fiery town hall

Rich McCormick faces no Republican opposition as he seeks a third term representing the suburban 7th District north of Atlanta.

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U.S. House District 2: Bishop avoids primary challenge in SW Georgia

U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop is running unopposed in the Democratic primary as he seeks 18th term in Congress.

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U.S. House District 1: Open seat sparks a 14-way battle along Georgia coast

Fourteen candidates are vying to succeed U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter in a crowded in a coastal Georgia race.

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U.S. House District 1: Open seat sparks a 14-way battle along Georgia coast

Fourteen candidates are vying to succeed U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter in a crowded in a coastal Georgia race.

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U.S. House District 3: Jack cruises into primary with no Republican opponent

U.S. Rep. Brian Jack has no Republican opposition as he seeks a second term in Congress.

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U.S. House District 11: Surprise retirement sets off scramble in Atlanta suburbs

Competitive GOP field emerges in Georgia’s 11th district as eight Republicans seek Barry Loudermilk's seat.

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U.S. House District 9: Pair of Republicans seeking to oust Andrew Clyde

U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde is in a Republican primary battle with two local office holders.

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U.S. House District 8: Veteran Georgia lawmaker has no primary challenger

The longest-serving member of Georgia’s Republican congressional delegation, Austin Scott is running for a ninth term without any primary opposition in the 8th District.

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U.S. House District 4: Johnson seeks 10th Term in DeKalb County

Hank Johnson has two Democratic primary challengers, but is heavily favored to win a 10th term in the U.S. House.

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U.S. House District 12: Allen faces primary challenger in Augusta-area race

Rick Allen faces a Republican primary challenge in Georgia's 12th congressional district, where five Democrats are also jockeying to run.

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Four vie to become Georgia’s next attorney general

Georgia attorney general race attracts 4 lawyers pledging to fight crime.

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Two Democrats running to challenge Harper as agriculture commissioner

Two Democrats and an incumbent Republican are vying to be Georgia’s commissioner of agriculture in the May 19 primary election.

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Democrats, Republicans test campaign messages with ballot questions

Georgia primary ballot measures will shape Republican and Democratic election messages.