Georgia NOW!

This episode remembers the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and highlights events across Georgia honoring those who were killed and those whose lives were changed.
We also cover Georgia Tech’s new Trash Lab, Georgia election officials’ request to delay new mail ballot rules, growing scrutiny of police surveillance technology in metro Atlanta, and suicide prevention efforts focused on veterans.
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This episode covers Georgia’s ranking as one of the worst states in the country for workers, a Roswell recovery residence for people overcoming substance use disorder, and southwest Atlanta business owners calling for solutions to neighborhood violence.
We also look at a University of Georgia study on blue light exposure and eye health, and the 15th annual 5K honoring Green Beret Staff Sgt. Ryan Means, which has raised around $2.5 million over the years.
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In this episode of Georgia NOW News:
Georgia veterans are being encouraged to use the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, with advocates saying many veterans and their families are unaware of the resource.
A measles outbreak connected to a metro Atlanta daycare has grown to eight cases, with Georgia reporting 14 confirmed cases statewide in 2026.
Georgians who get health insurance through the Affordable Care Act could face premium increases of 20% or more.
Skilled trades programs are seeing increased enrollment as employers continue to look for workers in fields including electrical work, HVAC, welding and aviation.
A former Greene County school official and her husband are accused of stealing about $50,000 in grant money. Both were arrested following a GBI investigation.
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In this episode of Georgia NOW News:
Canada has imposed $28 billion in retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports, with tariffs ranging from 15 per cent to 50 per cent. 
Three Effingham County residents are suing over the zoning of a 1,400-acre property planned for an OpenAI data center. 
Leaked reports show a 63% increase in reported uses of physical force against immigrants at two Georgia detention centers between 2024 and 2025.
And independent medical associations are issuing their own vaccine recommendations after breaking from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 
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In this episode of Georgia NOW News:
A nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to a corporate lettuce supplier has Georgia agriculture advocates highlighting the value of locally grown food.
Georgia announced a record $35.2 billion in economic development investments for fiscal year 2026, with more than 25,000 new private-sector jobs expected.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms proposed allowing local governments to suspend or eliminate sales taxes on groceries, baby formula, feminine hygiene products and diapers.
A Danish researcher pleaded guilty to stealing more than $1 million in federal grant money intended for autism and other public health research at the CDC.
Republic National Distributing Company is closing its Georgia operations, with 558 employees in Atlanta and Marietta expected to lose their jobs.
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In this episode of Georgia NOW News:
A new national poll found 75% of Americans oppose having a data center near their home, as concerns about transparency, power and water use continue in Georgia.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expects around 2.3 million travelers during the Labor Day travel period.
Dragon Con continues in Atlanta through the holiday weekend, with the annual parade scheduled for Saturday.
Gov. Brian Kemp declared Sept. 4 Apalachee Remembrance Day, honoring the students, staff and community members affected by the 2024 school shooting.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security subpoenaed 13 voter files from the Georgia Secretary of State’s office as part of an immigration investigation.
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In this episode of Georgia NOW News:
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns announces members of the new Georgia Literacy Task Force.
Federal inspections show improvements at Georgia ICE detention facilities, while advocates continue to raise concerns about conditions and transparency.
A UGA study finds people are less likely to miss work for medical reasons in states with legal medical marijuana.
Savannah approves a 155-day moratorium on large-load data centers as communities across Georgia evaluate their impact.
Georgia Power agrees to new protections for residential and small-business customers from costs associated with large-load customers.
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This episode covers conservation, health, cybersecurity, the changing workplace and energy efficiency across Georgia.
Georgia is proposing its first major update to the state’s protected species list in 20 years. The changes would increase the number of protected plant and animal species from 318 to 423, with public comments accepted through Sept. 20.
A 24-year-old Atlanta nurse is encouraging people to seek health care early after an MRI for swollen lymph nodes unexpectedly revealed a noncancerous brain tumor.
Norcross officials are investigating a ransomware attack that affected some city computer systems earlier this month. 
A survey of more than 11,000 high school students found that health benefits, time off and flexible work schedules are more important to many students than a high salary when considering their first job.
Georgia has distributed $50 million in federal funding to help residents make their homes more energy-efficient. 
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U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff’s reelection campaign is gaining national attention as he takes on Republican opponent Mike Collins while emphasizing constituent services and a more measured campaign style.
Meanwhile, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms is challenging Republican Rick Jackson to six debates and outlining an ethics platform focused on financial transparency and limiting business ties between governors and the state.
Also, in this episode:
Georgia agriculture officials are warning farmers about the pasture mealybug, an invasive insect recently confirmed at a turfgrass business in Decatur County.
Georgia health officials report four new measles cases connected to a metro Atlanta daycare outbreak, bringing the state’s reported total to 11 cases.
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis is partnering with Emory’s Winship Cancer Institute to provide free screenings as advocates raise awareness about the disease and its disproportionate impact on Black men.
Also, in this episode:
Georgia Power’s agreement to supply 3,200 megawatts of electricity to OpenAI’s massive Project Camellia data center in Effingham County has cleared regulatory review. 
Meanwhile, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock is calling for a statewide moratorium on data centers unless projects meet safeguards addressing electricity and water costs, tax breaks, pollution, noise and transparency.
Georgia is temporarily relaxing gasoline rules to increase fuel supplies and help avoid shortages and high prices at the pump.
The Georgia American Gold Star Mothers were honored through a volunteer cleanup project at the Marietta National Cemetery, recognizing the organization’s service and support for families of fallen U.S. service members.
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