Georgia NOW News for Wednesday September 2, 2026

This episode covers conservation, health, cybersecurity, the changing workplace and energy efficiency across Georgia. Georgia is proposing its first major update to the state’s protected species list in 20 years. The changes would increase the number of protected plant and animal species from 318 to 423, with public comments accepted through Sept. 20. A 24-year-old Atlanta nurse is encouraging people to seek health care early after an MRI for swollen lymph nodes unexpectedly revealed a noncancerous brain tumor. Norcross officials are investigating a ransomware attack that affected some city computer systems earlier this month.  A survey of more than 11,000 high school students found that health benefits, time off and flexible work schedules are more important to many students than a high salary when considering their first job. Georgia has distributed $50 million in federal funding to help residents make their homes more energy-efficient.  🎧 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 #Georgia #GeorgiaWildlife #Conservation #ProtectedSpecies #GeorgiaDNR #PublicHealth #BrainTumor #AtlantaNews #Norcross #Cybersecurity #Ransomware #GeorgiaStudents #Workplace #EnergyEfficiency #InflationReductionAct #CleanEnergy #GeorgiaNewsNow