Kemp Won’t Run for U.S. Senate 

Gov. Brian Kemp said he won’t run for U.S. Senate in 2026, passing on a race that many fellow Republicans hoped he would enter against incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff.

Kemp, who is term-limited from running for governor, said entering the U.S. Senate race is “not the right decision for me and my family” and pledged to support the eventual Republican nominee.

His decision leaves the GOP without an obvious frontrunner and opens the door for several members of the state’s congressional delegation, including Reps. Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Rich McCormick.

  Slain Deputy Honored

Thousands gathered in Evans on Monday to honor Columbia County Deputy Brandon Sikes, who was shot and killed during a traffic stop last week.

The funeral procession on Washington Road featured a horse-drawn hearse, and a military salute and community tributes marked his final farewell.

“The overriding goal for Brandon was to serve people and help people,” Columbia County Sheriff Clay Whittle said, noting Sikes’ distinguished service as a U.S. Army combat medic before he became a deputy.

Sikes, 31, was killed and another deputy was injured in an ambush-style shooting attack during a traffic stop. He is survived by his wife, Amber, an employee of the sheriff’s department, and a daughter.

Speed-Limiting Tech Gains Notice

Georgia and other states are eyeing speed-limiting car technology to curb dangerous stunt driving and repeat speeding offenses.

Georgia state lawmakers considered a bill this past session that would allow courts to order the use of speed-limiting devices for drivers with multiple convictions, capping their vehicle speeds at 70 mph for at least three months.

Virginia recently became the first state to give its judges such a tool. Washington state, New York, and California are other states showing an interest.

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Macon: Fire crews on Monday battled a large blaze at a vacant cold storage building. No injuries were reported. (More)

Statewide: Democratic state Sen. Josh McLaurin of Sandy Springs announced his 2026 bid for lieutenant governor. (More)

Hinesville: Three people were arrested after attempted break-ins led police to a stolen vehicle. One suspect was turned in by a parent. (More)

Atlanta: Kirk Medas, a cast member of MTV’s Floribama Shore and former Kennesaw State student, died at 33 years old after battling liver failure. (More)

Cobb County: Community leaders demanded charges be dropped against Mahendra Patel, citing video evidence contradicting his arrest for attempted kidnapping inside a store. (More)

Fulton County: A group of Howell Station residents criticized Georgia Power’s high-voltage power line project, approved without public input. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Braves snapped a three-game skid by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3, led by Austin Riley’s two home runs. (More)

➤ Atlanta is a possible trade destination for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, with one proposal sending the “Greek Freak” to the Hawks in a three-team deal involving Utah. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons paid a steep price to acquire the 26th overall pick in the NFL Draft compared to the offer made by the Philadelphia Eagles. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s results: MLB | NBA | NHL | Soccer

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➤ Publix will open 48,000-square-foot grocery stores in Jasper and Sharpsburg, which will bring the chain’s total number of Georgia stores to about 220. (More)

➤ Georgia Farm Bureau agent Andy Dyches will retire after nearly 50 years in insurance, with a farewell party planned for May 29 in Bulloch County. (More)

➤ Rosehill Seafood, a Columbus staple since 1976, closed due to staffing challenges. (More)

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➤ Motown icons The Temptations and The Four Tops will perform at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on Saturday, marking 60 years of hits and 40 years of touring together. (More)

➤ Tomatoes were recalled in Georgia due to salmonella risk, including H&C Farms and Ray & Mascari brands. (More)

➤ A group of goats dubbed the Gilmer County “goat gang” wandered 14 miles away before they were rounded up. (See Photos)

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