Georgia NOW News for Friday June 5, 2026

Georgia voters have a narrow window to cast ballots before the upcoming primary runoff elections. We break down what voters need to know about early voting, the key statewide races still on the ballot, and what’s at stake as candidates compete for spots in November’s general election. Plus, a new report finds Georgia is among a handful of Southern states driving a sharp rise in the number of uninsured young children. Advocates say the post-pandemic Medicaid renewal process has left many eligible families without coverage, raising concerns about access to critical healthcare during a child's earliest years. Also in this episode: rising fuel costs are squeezing Georgia businesses as the state's gas tax suspension comes to an end; and researchers at Georgia State University are developing a telescope designed to search for signs of life beyond our solar system, with hopes of eventually building a larger instrument capable of studying distant planets in unprecedented detail. 🎧 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 #GeorgiaPolitics #RunoffElection #Healthcare #Medicaid #ChildHealth #GasPrices #SmallBusiness #Astronomy #GeorgiaStateUniversity #Podcast