Georgia NOW News for Thursday Jan. 22, 2026

Atlanta and Fulton County leaders are clashing over how to pay for homelessness services, with Mayor Andre Dickens accusing the county of backing away from a long-term funding commitment. At the same time, a winter storm watch is in effect across much of Georgia, with state officials urging residents to prepare for freezing rain, snow and possible power outages. Federal immigration enforcement is also driving concern statewide. Reports show ICE stopped paying outside medical providers for detainees even as a Senate investigation led by Sen. Jon Ossoff documents cases of medical neglect. Students across metro Atlanta walked out this week to protest recent immigration raids. Voters are also preparing for a crowded March special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, while McIntosh County voters have sided with the Gullah Geechee community by overturning a zoning change on Sapelo Island. Meanwhile, advocates are asking lawmakers to expand dementia caregiver support and are warning that potential Medicaid cuts could leave thousands of Georgians without coverage. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #AtlantaNews #Homelessness #WinterWeather #Immigration #ICE #SapeloIsland #GullahGeechee #Medicaid #HealthCare #Caregivers #GaPol