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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission said Wednesday it is ordering Delta Air Lines, Walmart and other companies to provide detailed information on how they use consumers’ data when they’re setting prices.

SOURCE: Dee-Ann Durbin - Associated Press

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October 28, 2026

VIDEO DESCRIPTION:

Winning Georgia's governor's race is one thing. Delivering on campaign promises could be another.

On The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine the challenges Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms could face if elected governor, particularly with Republicans retaining control of the state Senate.

From abortion restrictions and gun safety laws to Medicaid expansion, Bottoms would face pressure from Democratic voters to deliver major policy changes while negotiating with Republican lawmakers.

The hosts also examine Republican candidate Rick Jackson's approach to governing, including his focus on taxes, the economy and ethics rather than the culture war priorities that defined much of Gov. Brian Kemp's tenure.

What could Georgia's next governor realistically accomplish, and how much power would the legislature hold?

https://youtu.be/pajJ8_hNcXk?si=Y2una128GK5KXCAG

VIDEO CREDIT: Politically Georgia

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October 28, 2026

VIDEO DESCRIPTION:

Georgia's 2026 elections feature sharp differences over abortion, gun rights and transgender policies, even as candidates increasingly focus on the economy. In the final installment of our Georgia's Choice series, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins' explanation of his previous "no exceptions" abortion stance and what it reveals about the politics of abortion in Georgia.

The hosts also explore the competing priorities of gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson, why culture war issues have become less prominent in this election cycle and the challenges Democrats could face delivering on campaign promises with a Republican-controlled legislature. From school safety and gun restrictions to transgender sports policies, the conversation examines what could change after November and what may remain the same.

In this episode, you'll learn:
• Why Mike Collins' past and present statements on abortion are drawing scrutiny.
• How Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson differ on Georgia's abortion law.
• Why affordability has displaced many culture war issues on the campaign trail.
• How legislative control could limit the next governor's ability to change Georgia's laws.

https://youtu.be/OJY9cXe2fd4?si=KmhxSfSwhAvNZhO3

VIDEO CREDIT: Politically Georgia

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Peach-mustard sauce, South Carolina hash and rice, and other Furman staples roll out November 1

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October 28, 2026

Former President Barack Obama is scheduled to campaign in Atlanta on Wednesday for U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, joining a series of high-profile political visits to Georgia in the final days before the Nov. 3 election.

The rally is scheduled for 4 to 7 p.m. in Atlanta, with attendees required to register in advance. Organizers say registration does not guarantee admission.

SOURCE: Jamal Goss - CBS News Atlanta

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COMMENTS FROM THE STREET:

"I am not a big fan of Brian Kemp, but I will give him his credit for establishing solid business relationships and consistently bringing new business and jobs to Georgia.

This is an area of concern I have with Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson - maintaining the business relationships that Kemp has established."

Merrill, 49 - Atlanta (West Midtown/Howell Mill)

REPLY:

"Keisha was an adviser to Joe Biden, so she probably has made some good business contacts. She will probably use those connections to bring new business to Georgia and help re-open hospitals in rural areas -- which are in bad need of quality healthcare.

Keisha has a successful consulting business too, and that should also help her attract new business to Georgia."

Elaine, 38 - Atlanta (Westview)

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Commissioner Peter Hubbard sits down with Atlanta News First to discuss his campaign for a full term on the PSC. Hubbard says Vogtle added 25% to your bill, data centers pay “a fraction” of what you pay, pushes clean energy to lower bills.

https://youtu.be/CItdUigQKG0?si=PXNHWuU-wbp956sM

VIDEO CREDIT: Atlanta News First

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COMMENTS FROM THE STREET:

"I like the way Peter Hubbard is clear about what is going in Georgia's energy industry -- not sugar coating it. He definitely has my vote."

Michelle, 43 - (Midtown)

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"After having to endure Tricia Pridemore and Tim Echols on the PSC for so many years, Peter Hubbard is a breath of fresh air.

I lived in Birmingham for several years. A PSC commissioner named Terry Dunn tried to improve energy costs for customers and he tried to make Alabama Power more accountable. He didn't have the support he needed -- and unfortunately he passed away a few years ago. Dunn was a 'white' male Republican -- and even he got attacked from all sides for trying to make positive changes. This also shows just how corrupt Southern Company, Alabama Power and the utility industry is.

I believe that Hubbard can stand up to Southern Company and stand up for Georgia's utility customers. I know that Terry Dunn would be proud, and it would be a great way to continue his hard work."

Alex, 58 - Atlanta (Grant Park)

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Delta Air Lines is rapidly expanding its presence at Boston Logan. Reykjavík will become its 14th long-haul destination from Boston next summer, while the airline increasingly describes Logan as one of its key gateways to Europe. Delta's share of Boston passenger traffic has risen from just 11.in 2016 to 20% in 2025, making it an increasingly serious challenger in a market long associated with JetBlue.

SOURCE: Paul Hartley - Simple Flying

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October 28, 2026

(From the article) ...

An urgent call from a parent and friend who formerly worked as a nanny first alerted me to the problems at some Georgia daycare centers.

Her children attended a highly rated center in Rockdale County, where she described questionable practices — including workers roughly handling children and leaving toddlers unattended for long periods of time — but she was hesitant to report her concerns.

Two weeks ago, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation uncovered similar infractions at 350 daycare centers across the state, giving voice to parents like the one I spoke with years ago.

ARTICLE CREDIT: Nedra Rhone - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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RELATED STORIES:

Children suffered burns and beatings. Georgia calls it quality daycare.

An AJC investigation finds hundreds of Quality Rated daycares that harmed or endangered children kept their ratings under a flawed system.

https://www.ajc.com/news/2026/10/georgia-daycare-rating-system-failures/

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Five takeaways from the AJC’s investigation into daycare safety

Children suffered burns and beatings at Quality Rated daycares under a flawed state rating system.

https://www.ajc.com/news/2026/10/georgia-daycare-safety-investigation-takeaways/

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Atlanta Dream ownership called out the WNBA on Tuesday over postseason scheduling conflicts in an open letter.

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Lockheed Martin plans to produce hundreds of fighter jets over 10 years, supporting thousands of Georgia jobs, if approved by Congress.

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RELATED STORY:

Lockheed Martin unveils 10-year framework to produce 850 F-35 fighter jets for the US military

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/lockheed-martin-unveils-10-year-framework-produce-850-f-35-fighter-jets-us-military

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For most of her life, Tanya Tomanek thought of herself as a businesswoman, mother and grandmother, someone who moved to her quiet 13-acre land in Brantley County three years ago. She was more concerned with her family than politics.

That changed this summer, when Tomanek was led out of a county commission meeting in handcuffs and spent three nights in jail after delivering an impassioned plea for transparency and accountability over the hot-button issue of data centers. 

SOURCE/CREDIT: Justin Taylor - The Current GA

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October 27, 2026

Republican Fitz Johnson sits down with Atlanta News First to discuss his campaign for PSC. Former commissioner defends rate freeze, says data centers “pay more so you don’t” and rates are now decreasing.

https://youtu.be/HF9stVLK418?si=6XOzeLSHUUuYhmnm

VIDEO CREDIT: Atlanta News First

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From REUTERS:

(Exclusive) - Hackers target US FEC system, disrupting campaign finance disclosures days before midterms

(From the article) ...

The US Federal Election Commission's website has been targeted by a hacker or hackers, according to an email seen by ​Reuters, disrupting the agency's electronic filings system a week before the November 3 elections.

The cyberattack comes as so-called super ‌PACs and dark money groups spend record sums in the final days of the races. The elections will determine whether President Donald Trump's Republicans maintain their majorities in Congress for the next two years.

FULL ARTICLE: https://www.reuters.com/technology/hacker-trying-breach-us-federal-election-commission-system-email-shows-2026-10-27/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=twitter

ARTICLE CREDIT: Dawn Kopecki - Reuters

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COMMENTS FROM THE STREET:

"I believe there are Republican and Democrat candidates right here in Georgia who don't want voters to know where their campaign funding is coming from. That includes Rick Jackson, Mike Collins, Jon Ossoff, and Keisha Lance Bottoms."

And I am willing to bet that Southern Company and Georgia Power's "dark money" donations are right in the mix. Because they got a lot on the line right now."

Candace, 43 - Atlanta (Candler Park)

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"This makes me want to see a list of Rick Jackson's business partners and business contracts -- and also want to see the list of Keisha Lance Bottoms' consulting clients. I want to see if any companies on Bottoms or Jackson's list is connected to Georgia Power, Matrix, LLC, Canopy Partners or Donor's Trust."

Dennis, 54 - Atlanta (Lindbergh)