Georgia NOW News for Tuesday September 1, 2026

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff’s reelection campaign is gaining national attention as he takes on Republican opponent Mike Collins while emphasizing constituent services and a more measured campaign style. Meanwhile, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms is challenging Republican Rick Jackson to six debates and outlining an ethics platform focused on financial transparency and limiting business ties between governors and the state. Also, in this episode: Georgia agriculture officials are warning farmers about the pasture mealybug, an invasive insect recently confirmed at a turfgrass business in Decatur County. Georgia health officials report four new measles cases connected to a metro Atlanta daycare outbreak, bringing the state’s reported total to 11 cases. 🎧 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 #JonOssoff #MikeCollins #KeishaLanceBottoms #RickJackson #GeorgiaGovernor #GeorgiaAgriculture #PastureMealybug #Measles #PublicHealth #AtlantaNews #GeorgiaElections #Georgia2026