Georgia NOW News for Tuesday Fed. 10, 2026

Plans for a massive ICE detention center in Social Circle are raising alarms among city leaders, who say the facility could open as early as April and house up to 10,000 detainees less than a mile from an elementary school. Officials warn the center could overwhelm local police, water, and sewer systems, and say the city was excluded from key planning decisions. Jury selection is now underway in the case against Colin Gray, the Georgia father charged in connection with the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School that left four people dead and nine others injured. Legal analysts say the defense is expected to argue the charges stem from negligence rather than intent, maintaining that Gray had no indication his son was planning an attack. Candidates are also beginning to line up for this year’s Georgia Public Service Commission races. Former commissioner Fitz Johnson has announced a bid to reclaim his seat after losing to Democrat Peter Hubbard in 2025, while Hubbard is seeking reelection for a full six-year term. Districts three and five will be on the ballot this November. At the Capitol, Georgia Republicans unveiled a package of legislation aimed at supporting families, including expanded after-school services for pre-K students and additional funding to help low-income families manage child care costs. Lawmakers say rising child care expenses are forcing parents to make difficult choices between work and home. In Richmond County, alumni are urging school leaders to preserve the legacy of T.W. Josey High School as officials consider demolishing the campus and replacing it with a new Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education Academy. While some alumni support modernized programs tied to fast-changing industries, they say preserving the Josey name and its significance to Augusta’s Black community is non-negotiable. Finally, Georgia lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would expand feral hog hunting statewide. A bill passed by the House would allow the use of drones, remove licensing requirements for trapping, and loosen restrictions on hunting methods, as wildlife officials say long-term population control will require multiple strategies. Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at georgianow.com. #HearGeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaNews #GaPol #ICE #Immigration #PublicSafety #ApalacheeHighSchool #GeorgiaElections #PublicServiceCommission #ChildCare #Education #TWCJosey #Augusta #FeralHogs #GeorgiaLegislature