Georgia NOW News for Thursday May 14, 2026

Gov. Brian Kemp signed Georgia’s fiscal year 2027 budget Tuesday, calling the spending plan fiscally responsible while prioritizing education, public safety, behavioral health, and agriculture.  Plus, Georgia voters are preparing to decide two influential Public Service Commission races as concerns over utility costs and Georgia Power’s grid expansion bring new attention to the regulatory body. With 10 candidates competing across two seats, early voting is underway ahead of the May 19 primary. Also in this episode: Georgia Power and PSC staff reach a tentative agreement that could lower monthly electric bills for customers. A Georgia Senate panel subpoenas Stacey Abrams and allies over alleged election law violations tied to the 2018 election cycle. Immigration advocates celebrate the release of Rodney Taylor from ICE detention in Stewart County while continuing calls for broader immigration reform. 🎧 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 #BrianKemp #GeorgiaPSC #GeorgiaPower #StaceyAbrams #ImmigrationReform #GeorgiaNOW