Georgia NOW News for Friday Jan. 30, 2026

Georgia is bracing for another round of winter weather, with a storm watch in effect for parts of the state this weekend. The Georgia Department of Transportation says crews will begin brine operations Friday, prioritizing interstates and critical routes ahead of possible freezing conditions starting early Saturday. At the Capitol, lawmakers and advocates are pushing new legislation aimed at reducing deaths and injuries from high-speed police chases, while others are calling for greater accountability and care for people held in ICE detention. Student-led walkouts across metro Atlanta are continuing, as young people protest federal immigration enforcement and demand humane treatment. Lawmakers are also debating how Georgia should handle the rapid growth of data centers, including a proposed statewide moratorium to give communities time to plan. Meanwhile, House Republicans have unveiled a proposal to phase out property taxes on homesteads, a move that would require a constitutional amendment and bipartisan support. In arts and culture, a critically acclaimed play celebrating Black queer identity is opening in Atlanta, while Norcross residents weigh in on how they want their city to grow over the next two decades. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Get the app or listen online at heregeorgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #WinterWeather #WinterStorm #GADOT #PublicSafety #PoliceReform #ICE #Immigration #StudentProtests #DataCenters #PropertyTaxes #GeorgiaLegislature #ArtsAndCulture #AtlantaTheater #CommunityVoices