Georgia NOW News for Tuesday June 16, 2026

Scam warnings, election endorsements, invasive hornets, a landmark legal settlement, and a court ruling on election transparency are all making headlines across Georgia. In this episode, Fulton County leaders launch a campaign to help protect seniors from fraud as scammers target older adults during the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta.  Plus, Georgia voters head to the polls for primary runoff elections as high-profile endorsements shake up key races.  We'll also tell you why agriculture officials are asking coastal Georgia residents to watch for yellow-legged hornets, an invasive species that threatens honey bees and the state's agricultural industry. And after a seven-year legal battle, a Houston County sheriff's deputy reaches a settlement over insurance coverage for gender-affirming care.  Finally, a Fulton County judge dismisses a lawsuit seeking greater access to Georgia's election reporting process on election night. 🎧 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 #Election2026 #FultonCounty #ScamAlert #SeniorSafety #MikeCollins #DerekDooley #BurtJones #YellowLeggedHornet