With student debt surging, Georgia Senate study committee eyes needs-based college funding

Senators said Georgia is one of only two states in the nation without a broad needs-based financial aid program.
Get the Facts: See the latest flu activity levels by state

Flu activity is rising across the U.S. See where.
Clerk of court in Alex Murdaugh trial pleads guilty to multiple charges

During sentencing, Becky Hill told the court, “There is no excuse for my mistakes. I’ll carry that shame for the rest of my life.”
Supreme Court hears case on expanding the president’s power over independent agencies

In oral arguments Monday, the Supreme Court considered a case that could expand the president’s authority over independent agencies. The case follows President Donald Trump’s firing of an FTC commissioner earlier this year.
Ryan Coogler, Rose Byrne, Chase Infiniti, Joachim Trier react to Golden Globe nominations

Here’s a collection of reactions to this year’s Golden Globes nominations.
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is running for the US Senate in Texas

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches bid for U.S. Senate in Texas, looking to flip a Republican-held seat.
Countdown to Tip-Off: Inaugural games announced for Savannah Steel women’s basketball team

Savannah’s newest professional sports franchise has announced the first games of its inaugural season.
Judge orders release of immigrant with ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt

A Brazilian woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will be released from ICE custody
Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

After two-and-a-half hours of argument, the court’s six-justice conservative bloc appeared to be aligned with Trump while the court’s three-justice liberal wing was staunchly opposed.
Police: Suspect arrested after woman escapes armed abduction outside South Carolina Walmart

The victim and her daughter had been putting shopping bags into their vehicle when a man approached them and pulled out a gun.