This episode covers the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Congressional Luncheon, where Gov. Brian Kemp, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and Georgia’s two candidates for governor addressed business and community leaders. 

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The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after months of debate over her nomination and concerns about the agency's independence.

Georgia lawmakers convene the first meeting of the Joint Election Equipment Specifications and Standards Committee to begin developing recommendations for the state's next voting system.

A successful multi-agency effort helped rescue a manatee tangled in crab trap lines off the Georgia coast near St. Simons Island and Brunswick.

Georgia utility regulators are reviewing a major power agreement between Georgia Power and OpenAI for a planned $20 billion data center in Effingham County that will require enough electricity to power more than 2 million homes.

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In this episode, we look at four stories making news across Georgia.

The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has officially been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, placing the southeast Georgia swamp alongside some of the world's most recognized natural landmarks. 

We also break down a new AARP Georgia poll showing voters age 50 and older are highly motivated ahead of November's election. Plus, Georgia Power has broken ground on a major natural gas expansion at Plant Bowen to meet growing electricity demand, drawing praise from supporters focused on energy reliability and criticism from environmental groups concerned about air pollution.

And Georgia's public libraries are expanding free workforce training through a new partnership with Grow with Google, giving library card holders access to professional certification programs in fields such as AI support, cybersecurity, project management and data analytics.

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A federal judge in Georgia faces an impeachment resolution after details of a private reprimand revealed findings that she lied to investigators and engaged in misconduct.

Environmental groups notify the City of Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport of their intent to sue over ongoing Flint River pollution linked to multiple jet fuel spills.

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff calls on Rep. Mike Collins to address questions about his son-in-law following reports linking him to racist and antisemitic social media posts.

A federal rule change to the Endangered Species Act could reduce habitat protections for endangered species in Georgia.

Atlanta's Historic Oakland Cemetery gives children a hands-on summer camp experience focused on art, science, engineering and local history.

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Georgia lawmakers are preparing for tighter budgets as Gov. Brian Kemp directs state agencies to hold spending steady amid ongoing income tax cuts. Plus, why Georgia is home to one of the world's largest tick collections and what health experts want you to know as tick season stretches year-round.

Also, a federal investigation is underway after cyberattacks targeted water systems in six states, including Georgia, and the Georgia Aquarium says goodbye to Charlie, its beloved 40-year-old African penguin.

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Students across Georgia are heading back to the classroom as the 2026-2027 school year begins. In this episode, we cover what families can expect on the first day of school, from easing back-to-school anxiety and preparing kids for success to the rising cost of school supplies.

Plus, a central Georgia fire department adopts a new shift schedule aimed at reducing firefighter burnout, Georgia Democrats rally in Savannah as they prepare for November's midterm elections, the race to fill the late Congressman David Scott's seat heads to a runoff, and we explain why what many thought was an earthquake in Gwinnett County was actually something much more common.

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Stay informed with the latest headlines from across Georgia on this episode of Georgia NOW News.

This episode covers:

Why doctors are urging Georgians to take extra precautions with certain medications during the summer heat.

A metro Atlanta food pantry serving more families than ever as food insecurity and rising living costs continue to impact communities.

Wellstar Health System's announcement that nearly 800 employees will be laid off.

Georgia officials launching a new committee to shape the future of the state's election system.

Atlanta Mission's decision to withdraw plans for a large homeless services campus after significant community opposition.

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Stay up to date on the biggest stories shaping Georgia in this episode of Georgia NOW News.

This episode covers:

Severe storms that triggered flash flooding, widespread power outages and a heat advisory across parts of Georgia.

Wellstar Kennestone's carefully coordinated move of 44 newborns into a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

A close call between two Delta planes at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport that's now under federal investigation.

Atlanta's new income-based recreation and after-school program fees aimed at making activities more affordable for families.

Macon's growing pedestrian safety concerns after another fatal crash involving a man in a wheelchair, as local leaders look for solutions.

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Catch up on the latest headlines from across Georgia in this episode of Georgia NOW. We hear from a McDonough mom who created a new early childhood learning center focused on play-based education and building community for both children and parents.

We also break down a new report ranking Georgia's healthcare system near the bottom nationally, a new campaign aiming to build public support for data centers, the death of a detainee at the Cobb County Jail following a medical emergency, and the first wrongful death lawsuit filed in connection with the 2024 BioLab fire after a federal investigation found longstanding safety failures at the facility.

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In this episode of Georgia NOW, we cover the stories making headlines across the state. New data from environmental advocacy groups maps nearly 600 warehouses across the greater Savannah area.

We also look at a lawsuit over delays in DACA renewal applications that immigration advocates say are leaving recipients without work permits and disrupting Georgia's workforce.

Plus, the latest on the independent investigation into Stockbridge Mayor Jayden Williams, encouraging news as Georgia's chronic absenteeism rate reaches its lowest level since the pandemic, and why more than 500 scholars—including a University of Georgia historian—are urging Congress to consider proportional representation for U.S. House elections.

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