Georgia NOW News for Friday March 27, 2026

Environmental and faith groups are escalating their fight against the Georgia Public Service Commission, filing a new lawsuit in Fulton County Superior Court over Georgia Power’s planned expansion. Advocates argue the utility failed to prove the need for thousands of megawatts of new natural gas-powered resources. Immigration enforcement is also drawing scrutiny, as advocacy groups call on Home Depot to take a stance on ICE activity at its stores, while lawmakers and activists rally in Atlanta demanding the release of Gwinnett County barber Rodney Taylor. Supporters say Taylor, who has been detained for over a year despite serious medical concerns, should be returned to his family and community immediately. Meanwhile, the Georgia Ports Authority is moving forward with a $55 million land purchase to expand the Port of Savannah, even as global tensions and shifting tariff policies impact shipping activity. And state agencies are investing in cybersecurity, awarding nearly $10 million in grants to local governments and organizations to strengthen digital defenses. That’s What’s Happening in Georgia…Now. For more stories like these, visit heargeorgianow.com, download our app, and follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Georgia NOW. #GeorgiaNOW #GeorgiaNews #AtlantaNews #GAPolitics #PublicServiceCommission #GeorgiaPower #EnergyPolicy #ImmigrationNews #ICE #SavannahPorts #Cybersecurity #LocalNews #BreakingNews #NewsPodcast #StayInformed