Georgia NOW News for Tuesday March 24, 2026

Federal immigration agents are now assisting with security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport as staffing shortages tied to the ongoing government shutdown cause massive delays. City leaders say the agents are there strictly to help with airport operations, not immigration enforcement.

Meanwhile, a youth braiding camp in Fairburn is giving middle and high school girls a space to learn hair styling while celebrating the history and cultural significance of Black hair. Organizers say the program is about more than technique — it’s about confidence and self-expression.

The mystery surrounding missing Fulton County election record boxes has also been cleared up. Officials say they intentionally took fewer boxes than originally expected during a January raid, focusing only on materials tied to the November 2020 election.

A new festival is also underway to highlight the student loan debt crisis impacting HBCU students. Events throughout the week aim to raise awareness and connect students with resources.

And Grady Health System is planning a major expansion in South Fulton County, including a new hospital campus expected to cost more than $1 billion. The project comes alongside a leadership transition, with the system’s current CEO set to retire and a new leader stepping in by 2027.

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