By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great local journalism.
Bottoms claims place in history as first Black woman elected to govern state
11042026GOVERNOR RACE
Keisha Lance Bottoms waves to the crowd during her election night watch party at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Photo by Caroline Newbern/Capitol Beat
Georgia voters made history Tuesday, electing the first woman — and Black person — as governor.