Political Notes

A new house minority leader, the USG revises its policies and the race for Atlanta mayor.

The insurance commissioner race heats up, a new Ports Authority member and judicial, U.S. Attorney nominees.

Handel is sworn in, State Rep. Benton is out and Isakson’s BBQ diplomacy.

A new department head, the GOP claims a District 32 victory and campus carry guidelines.

The 6th District runoff approaches, another Georgian in Washington and a University System of Georgia tuition hike.

Bipartisanship, new mayor for Stonecrest and a voting lawsuit is dismissed.

A crowded field for the 6th District, a new USG Board of Regents member and a victory in the ongoing water wars.

Honors for Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, a new child advocate for the state and Gov. Deal appoints two education board members.

Sonny Perdue is picked as agriculture secretary, another Vogtle vote, and more college consolidations.

This year’s legislative session, new Board of Regents officers, state commissioner changes and more.