Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 2, 2026

Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 2, 2026

A federal judicial misconduct investigation is raising questions after a judge in the 11th Judicial Circuit received a private reprimand for an affair with a high-ranking law enforcement officer, including sexual activity in the judge’s chambers during business hours, and attending a partisan political event. Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to remove U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross from a voting rights case, citing media reports that attempt to connect her to the misconduct probe. Plus, Georgia is continuing to grapple with the rapid growth of data centers. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce has announced a new “Data Center-Ready” designation aimed at helping communities determine whether they have the infrastructure and workforce needed to attract the facilities. Also, Savannah leaders and clean energy advocates are looking for new ways to strengthen energy resilience after the loss of federal funding for some renewable energy programs. Residents who benefited from solar initiatives say the investments paid off during Hurricane Helene. In other news, Georgia drivers could soon feel more pain at the pump after Gov. Brian Kemp allowed the state’s gas tax suspension to expire, paving the way for higher fuel prices statewide. And on the campaign trail, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms held their first joint campaign event, as Republicans prepare for key runoff elections later this month. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNOW #GeorgiaPolitics #GeorgiaEnergy #DataCenters #CleanEnergy #GasPrices #Election2026

Georgia NOW News for Monday June 1, 2026

Women veterans who experienced military sexual trauma face significantly higher risks during pregnancy, according to research from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Georgia NOW's latest episode examines the long-term health impacts of military sexual trauma, or MST, and why experts say the effects can extend far beyond military service.  Plus, the Georgia Public Service Commission approves a deal that will lower electric bills for millions of customers by about four dollars a month.  Also in this episode, Emory University selects its next president, unanimously choosing longtime executive Christopher Augostini to lead the institution beginning this fall. And the U.S. Small Business Administration opens a disaster loan outreach center in Southeast Georgia to help residents and businesses recover from a major wildfire. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNews #Veterans #MilitarySexualTrauma #MaternalHealth #GeorgiaPower #PSC #EmoryUniversity #SmallBusiness #WildfireRecovery #GeorgiaNOW

Georgia NOW News for Friday May 29, 2026

From energy infrastructure and data center growth to another major Interstate 285 shutdown, this episode of Georgia NOW News looks at the pressures shaping Georgia’s future. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its first “State of Energy” event in downtown Atlanta, where business and utility leaders discussed the state’s growing energy demands.  Plus, drivers in metro Atlanta are preparing for another full weekend closure on Interstate 285 as GDOT continues its massive Westside reconstruction project.  Also in this episode: • Atlanta ranks among the worst cities in America for traffic congestion • Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr endorses Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson • Elevated E. coli levels on the Chattahoochee River force temporary business shutdowns and keep residents out of the water 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #Georgia #Atlanta #Traffic #Energy #DataCenters #Chattahoochee #Politics #Infrastructure #GeorgiaNOW

Georgia NOW News for Thursday May 28, 2026

A new center in southeast Georgia is helping survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse access resources all in one place. The Waycross Family Justice Center is already serving hundreds of victims while working to break down barriers in rural communities where transportation and services can be difficult to access.  U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock is raising concerns about suspicious oil trades tied to the conflict in Iran and whether investors may have benefited from nonpublic information ahead of major announcements. Plus, Emory University Hospital’s specialized infectious disease unit is staying prepared for threats like Ebola through ongoing training and emergency response drills. And the CDC is expanding precautionary Ebola screenings at Atlanta’s airport, even as officials stress there are currently no confirmed cases in the United States. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNOW #GeorgiaNews #GeorgiaPolitics #PublicHealth #Waycross #RaphaelWarnock #Ebola #EmoryUniversity

Georgia NOW News for Wednesday May 27, 2026

Georgia’s top Democratic candidates are hitting the campaign trail together. U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms will make their first joint campaign appearance in Atlanta as they work to energize voters ahead of November’s election. Plus, a devastating fish kill stretches nearly 20 miles along the Chattahoochee River after severe flooding and stormwater overflows. Environmental advocates say the combination of drought conditions, sewage contamination and increasingly intense storms created a disaster unlike anything they’ve seen before. Also, drivers should prepare for more Interstate 285 shutdowns in the years ahead as the Georgia Department of Transportation begins a major reconstruction project on aging sections of the Perimeter. And immigration attorneys are raising concerns after a new federal policy change could make it harder for some immigrants already in the country legally to obtain permanent residency. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNOW #GeorgiaNews #GeorgiaPolitics #Atlanta #ChattahoocheeRiver #Transportation #ImmigrationNews