By Jill Nolin | Editor
We’re still sorting through the results of Tuesday’s election, especially what happened with down-ballot races like the Georgia Public Service Commission. So today we bring a snapshot of where things are with this year’s congressional races and a pair of contests to elect state utility regulators.
Lilburn Democratic state Rep. Jasmine Clark, a candidate for the 13th congressional district, attends a candidate forum hosted by the Rockdale County Democratic Committee in Conyers, Ga. on April 16, 2026. Alander Rocha/Georgia Recorder
2026 ELECTION
By Ross Williams and Alander Rocha
Georgia’s congressional delegation is about to look very different.
At least four of the state’s 14 seats in Congress will have new occupants next year after three members are stepping down and another died in office.
Here’s a look at the state of the races where candidates are competing for an open – or only recently filled – seat after Tuesday’s primary election.
Josh Tolbert and Bobby Mehan, Republican candidates for Georgia’s District 5 Public Service Commission race, participates in the Loudermilk-Young Debate Series on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder
2026 ELECTION
By Alander Rocha
The field of candidates to fill an open seat on the state Public Service Commission dwindled after Tuesday’s primary elections.
Only the District 5 Republican primary is heading into a runoff, while voters will likely see a rematch of last year’s District 3 race between a current commissioner and a former commissioner after former Commissioner Fitz Johnson appeared to narrowly win the GOP primary.
In the U.S. women supporting loved ones in prison need more attention, resources, and understanding, writes journalist Joshua Sharpe. | Photo of Fall 2025 graduates of Essie Justice Group’s Healing to Advocacy program. Credit: Essie Justice Group
COMMENTARY
By Joshua Sharpe
Joyce Bell was 77 when her youngest son was arrested and charged with murder, in what he insists was a case of self-defense. In a time of life when many expect to find peace and calm, Bell, who is now in her early 80s, spends long hours trying to help her son, who struggles with chronic pain and PTSD, and has autism. She follows up on his postponed appointments and prescription issues. She talks to his lawyer and reads case records to prepare for his appeal. Every day, she worries that her son will be attacked or killed. Every day, she agonizes.
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