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Morehouse School of Medicine recently hosted the Georgia Reproductive and Maternal Health Justice Summit. Dr. Natalie Hernandez-Green, the executive director at the Center for Maternal Health Equity at Morehouse School of Medicine, discusses some of the key takeaways from the summit and the high rates of maternity mortality for people of color in Georgia.  

Plus, Beth McKibben, the editor of Eater Atlanta, discusses the results of Michelin’s first-ever restaurant guide for Atlanta. McKibben recaps the guide's significance and selection process, while also highlighting some of the awardees. 

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Rose Scott talks with Adon Clark, the dean of the School of Aviation at Middle Georgia State University and Captain Theresa Claiborne, a veteran pilot and president emeritus of Sisters of the Skies about America's pilot shortage.

Plus, a brief look at the life of civil rights leader and pioneering educator Mary McLeod Bethune. Bethune is the first Black American to receive a state statue in the "National Statuary Hall" collection.

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Natosha Reid Rice, the minister for Public Life at All Saints and Global DEI Officer at Habitat for Humanity International, joins “Closer Look” for Feedback Friday. Rev. Rice talks with Rose about the deadly spa shootings, communal trauma and what she feels needs to happen for healing to occur in Georgia. Rose also takes live calls from listeners who discuss their feelings about allyship as it relates to Georgia’s APPI community.

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WABE health reporter and host of the podcast "Did You Wash Your Hands?" Sam Whitehead joins “Closer Look” to discuss several coronavirus-related topics, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest change in mask guidelines for fully vaccinated people. 

Plus, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office recently launched a mentoring and community-building initiative. Sheriff Melody Maddox discusses the goals and importance of the Boys To Men Summer Camp. 

Lastly, Dr. Christopher Edwards is the chairman of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. He discusses the commission's recent move to select six private companies to sell and manufacture low-THC cannabis for medical use and what this will mean for Georgians.

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CNN's Victor Blackwell has a new weekly show called “First of All with Victor Blackwell.” Blackwell talks with Rose about the show and his aim to tell stories about what’s effecting communities of color and how those issues impact all people.

Plus, Santa Dee, also known as “The Real Black Santa,” returns to the program to talk more about his work this holiday season and how what he does is centered in diversity, equity and inclusion through the Santas of Color Coalition.

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Allison Coffman, the executive director at Amplify Georgia Collaborative, Jen Slipakoff, a parent of a transgender child and member of the Human Rights Campaign National Board of Governors, and Chanel Haley, a transwoman and the director of Education & Community Engagement at Georgia Equality, discuss the privacy concerns they have for people seeking abortions and transgender care. This is following a recent letter from Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr and 18 other state attorneys general. They oppose a proposed Biden administration rule that would keep access to a patient’s out-of-state medical records private.

Republican Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is accused of jeopardizing America’s national security by stalling promotions for hundreds of military personnel, as he protests what he calls the Pentagon’s abortion policy. Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh discusses the impact the situation is having on military readiness and Georgia’s military personnel. 

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Dragon Con events are scheduled throughout Labor Day weekend. “Closer Look” show host Rose Scott takes a trip down memory lane, revisiting some of the most memorable conversations she’s had with guests about the sci-fi, fantasy and gaming convention.

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Wednesday marks International Day of the Girl. Michelle Nunn, president and CEO of CARE USA, and Mona Sherpa from CARE Nepal, discuss what this day means for women, CARE’s 30th anniversary in Atlanta, and the ongoing work that CARE is doing in globally.

Plus, Dr. Caprice D. Hollins is a licensed clinical psychologist and award-winning author for her work in social justice. Dr. Hollins joins “Closer Look” to discuss deconstructing and moving beyond institutional racism in the workplace with her new book "Inside Out: The Equity Leader’s Guide to Undoing Institutional Racism

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Jeff Graham, the executive director of Georgia Equality, discusses proposed legislation that could negatively impact the LGBTQ+ community if passed this legislative session.

Dr. Priscilla Hall a nurse midwife and assistant professor, talks with Rose about the mistreatment some women experience during pregnancy and labor and a recent viral TikTok video that shows a local group of labor nurses (who have since been terminated) mocking expectant mothers.

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District 2 Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi discusses proposed legislation that would close a stretch of Peachtree Street on Sundays to drivers and open up the road for people to bike, walk and skate.

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Corporal Tracey Reed with the Gwinnett Police Behavioral Health Unit, and Pejman Mahdavi, a licensed clinical social worker at View Point Health, discuss the Police Mental Health Collaboration program. The new pilot program pairs a Gwinnett police officer and a mental health professional together to respond to crisis behavioral health situations.

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Title 42 recently expired. Santiago Marquez, the CEO of the Latin America Association (LAA), talks with Rose about how the association is preparing to respond to a possible influx of migrants to Atlanta. Kathy Armistead created the Feeney Legacy Project to memorialize her son, Feeney, who died on April 15, 2022, of a cocaine overdose. Armistead serves as the nonprofit’s executive director and her sister, Patti Feeney Matthews, serves as the treasurer. They talk with Rose about efforts to bring awareness to Georgia's medical amnesty law, which Feeney's friends were not aware of and could have saved his life.

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Dr. Wilbur Lam, one of the three principal investigators for the Atlanta Center for Microsystems Engineered Point-of-Care Technologies, discusses several topics about the effectiveness of rapid COVID at-home tests.

Camden County is holding a special election to allow residents to decide on whether the county can purchase land for Georgia’s first-ever spaceport. Mary Landers, a reporter for The Current, discusses what she’s hearing from supporters and opponents.

Reporters at The Intercept have tracked how people incarcerated in the U.S. are exposed to heat, floods, wildfires and extreme weather events related to climate change. Alleen Brown, a reporter at The Intercept, discusses what this means for people behind bars in Georgia.

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In a 4-1 vote, the DeKalb County School Board voted to terminate Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris. The news comes as the district has been under fire following a viral video that showed unsafe and unsanitary conditions at Druid Hills High School. WABE education reporter Martha Dalton discusses what’s next for the district.

Reggie Taylor, the state director for Georgia USDA Rural Development, discusses several topics, including providing resources and funding for Georgia's rural communities, the primary challenges rural Georgians face and what his agency envisions for the long-term growth of rural Georgia.

From the “Closer Look” archives, we revisit one of our listeners’ favorites: Rose’s conversation with Goodie Mob.

The Atlanta-based hip-hop group discuss several topics, including the current state of rap music and the inspiration behind their latest album.

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Plus, Smyrna Mayor Derek Norton and Smyrna Police Chief Joseph Bennett discuss a newly-passed resolution that condemns racism. And finally, Troya Jackson, foster care program manager at Families First, and Jennifer King, executive director for Georgia CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), share how the foster care system, court proceedings and custody hearings have changed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Doug Shipman, a political newcomer and former CEO of the Woodruff Arts Center and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, discusses why he’s running to be the next president of the Atlanta City Council.

Plus, John Haber, the founder and CEO of Spend Management Experts, discusses the latest supply chain news and the state of the shipping industry amid the pandemic and rise of the Delta variant. 

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Lauren Chapman, digital editor at Indiana Public Broadcasting, discusses Indiana lawmakers’ special session coverage of total abortion ban in the state. President and CEO Kuku Richards and Chairman and CEO Troy Richards of the Museum of Diversity discuss the organization’s immersive virtual reality experience and African diaspora educational initiatives to help build excitement for a planned brick and mortar museum of diversity.

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Crossover Day is fast approaching. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali joins “Closer Look” to highlight some of the most notable bills, including legislation on the certificate of need, swatting, and whether white shrimp should be the official state crustacean.

Plus, We preview a snippet of Rose’s conversation with Cynthia Parlow Cone, the president of the United States Soccer Federation. The soccer executive discusses the possibility of Atlanta hosting the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Lastly, Georgia legislators are considering House Bill 1180, which would put new requirements in place for the state's film tax credit program. Ken Goldwasser is an Atlanta-based picture car coordinator for movie productions. He has worked for various studios, including Marvel and Tyler Perry. Goldwasser discusses his opposition to the bill. 

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Monday marks the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

For a special edition of “Closer Look,” Rose talks with guests about the march’s pivotal point in history with a special guest who witnessed the event. Experts also share details about the march’s impact on today’s society. Guests include Elisabeth Omilami , a civil rights activist and humanitarian, Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, an expert on the psychology of racism and former president of Spelman College and Elizabeth J. West, a professor of English and co-director of Georgia State University’s Center for Studies on Africa and Its Diaspora.

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University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue talks with Rose about a $66 million cut in funding and how the cut will hurt Georgia colleges and universities. Perdue also responds to a recent letter that he received from Lt. Gov. Burt Jones questioning DEI funding at Georgia institutions.

Dan Huynh, the chief diversity partner at Morris, Manning and Martin, talks with Rose about how the local law firm is continuing its efforts to increase the number of people of color who go into the field of law, by exposing students at the high school level—amid efforts to stop DEI initiatives in schools and businesses.

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George Takei, a Japanese-American actor, author and activist, best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu, in the television series “Star Trek” talks with Rose about his decades-long career, his family’s experience of being wrongfully imprisoned in a Japanese internment camp during World War II, and two separate strikes involving writers and actors that have forced entertainment production in Hollywood to a halt.

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WABE reporter Emil Moffatt joins “Closer Look” with a live update on the processing and counting of absentee ballots in Fulton County.

Then, political strategists Fred Hicks and Julianne Thompson give their analysis on Georgia’s results so far.

Also, a conversation with two newcomers to the Georgia General Assembly -- Rev. Kim Jackson, Democratic Senator-Elect for Georgia State Senate, representing District 41 and Nikki Merritt, Democratic Senator-Elect for Georgia State Senate District, representing District 9.

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Also, Santa Dee shares how he is navigating this holiday season.

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In 2019, the Brennan Center for Justice released the State Supreme Court Diversity. The report outlined racial, ethnic and gender disparities on state high courts across the United States. Georgia State Law professor Tanya Washington, Jonathan Rapping and Ilham Askia, of Gideon's Promise, join "Closer Look." They talk with show host Rose about what an updated report reveals about the state of diversity as it relates to state supreme courts. Plus, Lynda Williams, the president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (N.O.B.L.E.), discusses several topics, including a recent virtual conversation centered around policing in Black communities, Derek Chauvin’s murder trial and police reform. Lastly, Bala Ganesh, the vice president of engineering at UPS shares details about his company’s recent purchase of ten electric airplanes from Beta Technologies. 

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Brenda Smeeton, the legal director at the Georgia Justice Project, and Cobb County District Attorney Flynn Broady discuss the Cobb Second Chance Desk.  Plus, Nsé Ufot, the chief executive officer of the New Georgia Project, discusses pending lawsuits filed against the state of Georgia for its new controversial voting law and what has to happen in these cases for voter registration groups and other organizations to win in court.

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Julie Walker, who serves as the vice chancellor for Libraries & Archive and the state librarian for Georgia Public Library Service, discusses a new partnership that aims to provide a new way for Georgians to renew, change, or review their benefits for state government assistance programs such as Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Women, Infants, & Children (WIC). The partnership between the Georgia Department of Human Services and the Georgia Public Library Service will install more than 400 self-service kiosks at libraries across Georgia. The kiosks will allow Georgians to access Georgia Gateway, the state government’s integrated web portal for assistance programs.

Plus, we revisit Rose’s conversation with Resita Cox. The Emmy Award-winning film producer and director discusses her latest documentary, “Freedom Hill.” The documentary explores how climate change and environmental racism are affecting the first town in the U.S. that was chartered by formerly enslaved people.

Lastly, for our graduation series, we hear from Air Force Reservist Rabiah Hubert. The psychology major is one of Spelman's Class of 2024 Top Ten Scholars and Majors. She talks with Rose about her academic journey as a non-traditional transfer student and how she balanced her undergraduate schoolwork while currently serving in the U.S. military. 

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Dr. Debra Houry, who serves as the acting principal deputy director and the head of the National Center for Injury Prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, discusses the state of gun violence in Georgia and across the nation and how the CDC is working to combat the issue through research and education.

It’s been more than one year since the police shooting death of Matthew Zadok Williams. Rose talks with DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston about her office’s recent decision not to file criminal charges against the officers who shot Williams inside of his DeKalb home. 

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Amanda Rhein, the executive director of the Atlanta Land Trust, Inc., and Catherine Woodling, the deputy executive director of the East Lake Foundation, discuss a new land donation aimed at creating more affordable housing in the East Lake community.

For “Closer Look’s” Paycheck to Paycheck series, Rose talks with Aisha Nyandoro, the founding CEO of Springboard to Opportunities about Magnolia Mother’s Trust, the longest-running guaranteed income program in the U.S. for Black mothers.

Rose then talks with Paedia Mixon, the CEO of New American Pathways, and Maura Walters, a resettlement and placement coordinator at New American Pathways, about the many financial challenges people face as they resettle in Georgia. 

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“Buried Truths, Season 4: Race & Rage in Terrible Terrell” is out now. Hank Klibanoff, an Emory University professor, veteran journalist, and the host of WABE’s “Buried Truths” podcast, and Jake Busch, an Emory University graduate and local journalist who assisted with research for the podcast, talk with Rose about the new series that investigates the death of James Brazier.

The Georgia Supreme Court will decide whether the state’s restrictive abortion law violates the constitution. Georgia’s current law bans terminating a pregnancy once a doctor can detect cardiac activity at around six weeks. Georgia State University law professor Anthony Michael Kreis discusses the latest.

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WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali return to “Closer Look,” to provide a recap of the bills that passed and the bills that failed during the 2024 legislative session.

Plus, according to data from Georgia Tech, metro Atlanta reached nearly 8,000 eviction filings during December 2021. According to Zillow, at the end of 2021, rental prices skyrocketed nearly 20% in the Atlanta area. Peter Hepburn, an associate director at the Eviction Lab at Princeton University, discusses post-pandemic eviction filings.

Lastly, tributes are pouring in for the legendary actor Louis Gossett Jr. He died on Friday at the age of 87. Gossett was the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” We revisit Rose’s conversation with Gossett. During the conversation, he reflected on why he gave up a professional career in basketball to pursue acting full-time. 

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Plus, retired Army Captain Dan Berschinski and Chris Purdy, the Project Manager of the Veterans for American Ideals program at Human Rights First, talk about a new nationwide effort to help veterans serve as poll workers on Election Day.

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For a special edition of “Closer Look,” Rose Scott and the team head to downtown Atlanta for Dragon Con 2023. The annual five-day event is one of the largest multi-media gatherings focused on pop culture, gaming, comics, film, literature, science fiction and fantasy. Rose talks with several guests about the convention, the comradery and what drew them to their artforms.

Guests include:

Dan Carroll, the director of media engagement at Dragon Con

Josh Duart, a cosplayer/costumer

Delilah S. Dawson, a New York Times-bestselling author of “Star Wars: Phasma,” “Black Spire: Galaxy's Edge,” and “The Perfect Weapon”

Georges Jeanty, a comic book penciler illustrator best known for his work on “The American Way,” an eight-issue American comic book limited series, and the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”: Season Eight comic book series published by Dark Horse Comics. 

Greg Burnham, a children's book author and co-creator and writer of “Tuskegee Heirs”

Marcus Williams, a professional illustrator, comic artist and co-creator of “Tuskegee Heirs”

Michael Cho, a Canadian illustrator and cartoonist

Beli Infantry Johnson, an author and student at Drew Charter School 

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People from across the world are celebrating Veterans Day. Dr. Dwight "Ike" Reighard, the president and CEO of MUST Ministries, makes a surprise announcement about how his nonprofit and Home Depot Foundation are honoring veterans this Veterans Day.

Plus, Johnny Higdon, the president of the National Montford Point Marine Association- Atlanta Chapter, and Ambassador Theodore R. Britton, a 97-year-old retired Montford Point Marine, reflect on the contribution and legacy of Montford Point Marines.

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There’s been a new motion filed to quash the special grand jury report that examined former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia. WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas discusses the latest developments. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali joins then joins the program to discuss the latest news from the capitol as the legislative session nears an end.

Alex Joseph, an Atlanta-based attorney, discusses the terms and conditions of the lease agreement between the City of Atlanta and the Atlanta Police Foundation for the proposed site of the police and fire department training facility known as “Cop City”. Joseph also explains what city leaders can legally do to stop the controversial project.

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Plus, Atlanta based Morehouse School of Medicine is conducting two COVID-19 related clinical trials.

And Agnes Scott President Leocadia Zak thanks the healthcare workers and staff during her hospitalization due to the coronavirus.

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Jodie Guest, a professor and vice-chair of the Department of Epidemiology at Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health, discusses some of the most burning questions about face masks.

Plus, Tara Roberts, a National Geographic Explorer and storyteller, discusses her new six-part podcast series, “Into the Depths,” which follows a team of Black divers on a quest to explore the complex history of the global slave trade.

Lastly, Indie music artist Chelsea Shag returns to “Closer Look” to discuss navigating and reinventing her career amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo, an associate professor and senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, and Beth Blauer, the executive director of the Johns Hopkins Centers for Civic Impact, return to “Closer Look,” to discuss several coronavirus-related topics, including a new feature added to the John Hopkins University’s Coronavirus Resource Center’s tracking tool, vaccinations and more. Plus, Linda Nunnelly, with Moody Nolan Incorporated, and architect Kathryn Bedette talk with Rose about their careers and the growing need for more minorities and women in the architectural industry.

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Ahead of her visit to Atlanta, historian and scholar Dr. Kellie Carter-Jackson discusses her new book, "WE REFUSE: A Forceful History of Black Resistance." The book aims to explore and reframe the narrative of Black resistance, specifically by Black women, to white supremacy and oppression.

Plus, The National Center for Race Amity is hosting a symposium in Atlanta on June 13th. William Smith, the founding executive director of the National Center for Race Amity, and board member Robert Henderson discuss how the event will promote inclusivity and belonging. They also share details about their soon-to-open community center, which aims to preserve the history of the Sweet Auburn District. 

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We hear from WABE reporter Emily Green live on the scene at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Plus, Natosha Reid Rice, the founder of Fresh Rain for Life Ministries and minister for public life at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, discusses the growing need for racial reconciliation.

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Plus: Raymond King, the president and CEO of Zoo Atlanta, talks with Rose about how the zoo closed out in 2020 and his top goals for the outdoor park in 2021. Kathryn de Wit, manager of the broadband research initiative at the Pew Charitable Trusts, discusses how other states are expanding broadband access, in light of news that Georgia Governor Brian Kemp plans to boost access to rural broadband in the state.

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Georgia State University law professor Anthony Michael Kreis returns to “Closer Look” to discuss his new book, “Rot and Revival." The book examines how politics and the courts shape constitutional law.

Plus, water main breaks inconvenienced thousands of Atlanta residents and businesses over the weekend. We examine the city’s response to the crisis as the restoration effort continues.

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On this edition of Closer Look: Republicans and Democrats both see strengths and challenges for their candidates in a new general election poll focusing on Georgia. And Libertarians may hold sway as well. Political strategist, Fred Hicks joins the conversation to explain the numbers.

Plus, Georgia State University Urban Studies professor, Dan Immergluck traces the history of Atlanta’s housing issues in his new book, “Red Hot City: Housing, Race and Exclusion in Twenty-First Century Atlanta”. 

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At least 10 people have died while in custody at the Fulton County Jail since January. On July 13, 2023, the Justice Department launched a civil investigation into the conditions in the Fulton County Jail in Georgia. According to several reports, since July there have been six deaths at the facility since July, including the death of Alexander Hawkins. On Monday “Closer Look” started a series of conversations that investigate the life and death of Hawkins. Rose Scott talks with Fallon McClure, the deputy director for Policy & Advocacy at the ACLU of Georgia, about the crisis happening at the jail and the immediate actions that should be taken to keep inmates safe.

 Plus, Kaitlin Goode, a wildlife biologist and the program manager of the Urban Wildlife Program for Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division, discusses whether we’re seeing an increase of coyote sightings in residential areas and how to keep your distance if you come in contact with one.

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Plus, Emory University Political Science Professor Bernard Fraga talks about voter turnout in Georgia’s upcoming United States Senate races.

Also, Jake Evans and Julianne Thompson discuss the GOP’s strategy for Georgia going forward.

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Soli Mercado-Spencer, a senior staff attorney for the Georgia Legal Services Program, discusses Operation Blooming Onion, a multi-year investigation into fraud, human smuggling and labor trafficking that took place at several farms across southern Georgia.

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Plus, Atlanta City Planning Commissioner Tim Keane discusses the Love Our Places program and efforts to establish creative bike parking options for Atlanta cyclists.

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Nicole Carr, a veteran investigative journalist and ProPublica reporter, joins “Closer Look” to discuss a reporting partnership between ProPublica and the PBS program Frontline that seeks to examine how anti-critical race theory activists are intimidating schools across the country.

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A one-on-one interview with Atlanta BeltLine President & CEO Clyde Higgs. We ask how all communities can benefit from access to the Beltline as it continues to grow.

Also, to improve diversity in sports medicine, the NFL has launched their Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative. Hear from the NFL’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills, and Brandon Chiedo, a 4th-year medical student at the Morehouse School of Medicine.

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Jerry Gonzalez, the executive director of GALEO (Georgia Assoc. of Latino Elected Officials), discusses a new report that highlights the 2020 growth and engagement of the Latino voters in Georgia.

Plus, Atlanta City Planning Commissioner Tim Keane and Vanessa Lira, the design assistant director for the City of Atlanta, discuss repurposing parking spaces into outdoor seating areas. Plus, ecologist Nissa Sylvatica shares the concerns Defend the Atlanta Forest has about the Old Atlanta Prison Farm’s future.

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Dr. Dhaval Desai, the director of hospital medicine at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss concerns about the Delta coronavirus variant and the increase in new hospitalizations due to the new strain. He also discusses the pandemic’s overall impact on the mental health of healthcare workers.

Plus, Jamie Rosenthal, the founder and CEO of Roots Down, discusses how his DeKalb-based organization is working to build equitable and greener communities where everyone has access to fresh food.

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Lawsuits, protests and boycotts are happening in response to Georgia’s new voting law. But those who support the law, including Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, argue it’s not restrictive and that it expands voter access. Illya Davis, a philosophy professor at Morehouse College and the director of New Students & Transition Programs, joins “Closer Look” for Feedback Friday. Show host Rose also takes live calls from listeners who share their feelings about the new legislation.

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People across Georgia are paying their respect today to Georgia House Speaker David Ralston. His body is lying in state at the Georgia State Capitol. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali reports on the latest.

Plus, Dr. Andi Shane, discusses the rise in flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases in Georgia amid the holiday season.

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Chef Terrel joins “Closer Look” to talk about healthy holiday recipes.

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Keith Boykin, a New York Times–bestselling author, TV and Film producer and former CNN political commentator, discusses his new book, “Why Does Everything Have to Be About Race? 25 Arguments That Won’t Go Away.” 

INSERT: The three white men convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery in 2020 will have their appeals heard by a federal court in Atlanta today. The trio was found guilty of federal hate crime charges just months after their murder trial. We’ll hear from Arbery’s family and their attorney.

Plus, Katie Giede is among a group of Conyers Waffle House employees who have joined a strike led by the Union of Southern Service Workers. The workers are calling for the Department of Labor to investigate the company’s “meal credit” policy, which takes $3 from each worker's shift - even if they don't eat a meal. Giede talks with Rose about the strike and the other changes employees are calling for. 

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams represents Georgia's 5th congressional district. She joins “Closer Look” to discuss her top priorities for Atlanta, Decatur, Sandy Springs, East Point, and College Park. She highlights the legislation she’s backed as it relates to affordable housing, education, investment in HBCUs, taxes, closing the racial wealth gap, infrastructure and more. She also discusses the challenges of getting bipartisan legislation passed in Congress.

Plus, are you a vegetarian, vegan or a meat-eater? Dr. Michael Francis, a bioinformatician and DNA researcher at the University of Georgia, discusses his new study that looks at how genes influence a person’s response to nutrients. He also explains why the benefits of a vegetarian diet are not one-size-fits-all. 

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Sine Die is just days away. WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali return to “Closer Look,” to discuss proposed bills that have stalled and others that are advancing as the 2024 Georgia legislative session comes close to an end.

Insert: We revisit Rose’s conversation with Steve Davis, the assistant vice president of transportation strategy for Smart Growth America. He discusses his organization’s report “Divided by Design.” The report looks at historical data of how one built and one unbuilt highway in Atlanta and Washington D.C. have disproportionately impacted Black residents and what could be done today to address the harm caused by the highways.

Atlanta is one of many cities dealing with the harms of inequitable interstate projects. On Monday during Mayor Andre Dickens’ State of the City address, he talked about his transportation plan, which involves the creation of a new MARTA train station at Murphy Crossing, the first of four additional in-fill stations. He also talked about the city receiving $157 million in federal funds for the Stitch project. Rose talks with A.J. Robinson, the president of Central Atlanta Progress and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District, about the development project that aims to connect three areas within Downtown Atlanta. It involves creating approximately 14 acres of urban green space along with affordable housing options and transportation enhancements.

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Dr. Kathryn McClymond was recently named the 18th president of Oglethorpe University, making her the first woman to lead the liberal arts college in Brookhaven. She talks with Rose about her new role and her top priorities, including assisting first-year college students through a DEI program.

Plus, Tanisha C. Ford, a historian, author and professor of history at The Graduate Center at City University of New York, talks with Rose about her new book, "Our Secret Society." The book profiles Mollie Moon and others who organized fundraising events for the civil rights movement.

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Plus, Rebecca Rice, the Georgia Kids Count Manager, discusses the findings of an annual report that tracks the child well-being nationally and state-by-state. Also, award-winning filmmaker Dawn Porter talks about the backstory behind the new documentary, ‘John Lewis: Good Trouble.’

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Dr. David Ross, the head of the Task Force for Global Health, discusses several topics, including his tenure at the Atlanta-based NGO, and what’s next for him as he prepares to step down from his post and combating the COVID-19 pandemic.

Plus, every year “Closer Look” profiles distinguished graduates from across metro Atlanta. Anna Voss majored in neuroscience and behavioral biology and is one of five Emory graduating seniors to win the National Science Foundation graduate fellowship. She discusses her journey to graduation.

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We continue yesterday’s conversation with Morehouse College Professor Illya Davis.

Also, what role have journalists played in condoning President Trump’s rhetoric? A conversation with Professor Nsenga, co-director of the Film and Media Management concentration at Emory University and founder of The Burton Wire and Dan Whisenhunt, founder and publisher of Decaturish.

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Chris Johnson, the interim executive director for the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network, and Melissa Kazakides, the administrative coordinator for Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network, discuss Georgia's Peer Support, Wellness, and Respite Centers' role in expanding access to mental health care across the state.

Plus, Kimberly Franklin, the coordinator for the Psychological Services Department at DeKalb County School District, discusses a new $2.9 million federal grant that will be used to expand mental health services for students.

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Atlanta Mayor-elect Andre Dickens reflects on his journey to victory, shares his vision for the city and discusses plans for his first 100 days in office.

Plus, Hank Klibanoff, the host of the WABE podcast “Buried Truths,” reacts to the Justice Department's latest move to close its investigation into the killing of Emmett Till.

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Julie Weith-Smith, the founder, president and lead consultant of Custom Human Resource Solutions (CHRS), joins “Closer Look” to discuss returning to work amid the pandemic.

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Several cityhood movements are happening across metro Atlanta. Peter Bluestone, a senior research associate at the Center for State and Local Finance at Georgia State University, discusses how cityhood feasibility studies are conducted.

Plus, the second week of the Georgia General Assembly's 2022 legislative session wrapped up on Friday. WABE politics reporters Rahul Bali and Sam Gringlas discuss the latest.

Lastly, Cobb County is experiencing an increase in COVID cases. David Chastain, the chair of the Cobb County Board of Education, discusses what the school board is doing to keep educators, students and staff safe.

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This week, leading up to our annual live show at the Atlanta History Center, Closer Look’s programming will be in honor of Juneteenth.

On Monday, show host Rose Scott talks with Dr. Karcheik Sims-Alvarado chairs the Fulton County Reparations Task Force. The Morehouse professor, who has studied the history and culture of African Americans for nearly 20 years, discusses the framework of reparations and the work of the county’s reparations task force. 

Scott then talks with Morehouse history professor Dr. Frederick C. Knight. Professor Knight discusses his new book, "Black Elders: The Meaning of Age in American Slavery and Freedom.” The book explores the experiences and relationships of African American elders during slavery through Reconstruction.

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Young Thug's RICO trial is underway. Journalist George Chidi returns to “Closer Look” to discuss the latest and what’s next.

Plus, the special Atlanta-based grand jury that has been investigating whether then-President Donald Trump and his allies committed any crimes while trying to overturn his 2020 election has completed its final report. Former U.S. Attorney Michael J Moore what’s next for the case.

Lastly, Dr. Jennifer Martin, the president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, discusses why the academy is calling for permanent standard time.  

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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made history in June 2022, when she was sworn in as the first Black woman to serve on the nation’s high court. Now, the 116th Supreme Court justice is telling her story in a new memoir, “Lovely One.” Justice Jackson’s book tour recently stopped in Atlanta at the Atlanta Symphony Hall. That’s where “Closer Look,” show host Rose Scott and the Justice had a one-on-one conversation in front of a live audience. Justice Jackson reflected on her journey from Miami, Florida to the Supreme Court. She also talked about facing fear head-on, the power of mentorship and why her foundation is rooted in the love and support of her family.

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Kavi Vu, an artist, community organizer and leader of the AAPI Heritage Month Celebration, and Aisha Yaqoob Mahmood, the executive director of the Asian American Advocacy Fund, discuss a new 160-foot art exhibition on the Atlanta Beltline that aims to educate the community about key Asian figures in history.

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Crews in DeKalb County have been working around the clock to fix several water main breaks. DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond discusses the latest.

2022 marked a big year for Georgia politics. Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst, reflects on some of the most notable moments in Georgia politics.

Dan Whisenhunt, the founder, publisher and editor of Decaturish.com, discusses the top news stories of 2022.

Lastly, The Georgia Bulldogs are gearing up to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes this weekend in the 2022 Peach Bowl. Jordan Tucker, a freelance sports analyst and former UNC offensive lineman, shares his predictions for the game.

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Georgia lawmakers recently cut $66 million from the University System of Georgia’s budget. Georgia House Rep. Tanya Miller joins the program to discuss a letter that Lt. Gov. Burt Jones sent to Sonny Perdue, the chancellor of the University System of Georgia, inquiring about how Georgia colleges are spending money on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

The City Schools of Decatur has a new leader. Dr. Gyimah Whitaker will take on her new role as superintendent in July. Whitaker talks with Rose about her career path and top goals for the district.

For “Closer Look’s” graduation series Rose talks with Tierra Grant. The 2023 graduate of Georgia State University’s Perimeter College discusses overcoming domestic abuse, depression and anxiety and how it led her on a path to pursue a career in psychology. 

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DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond joins “Closer Look” to discuss a new program that aims to vaccinate homebound seniors in DeKalb County. Plus, Dave Foster, the director of Real Estate Development for Community Solutions, shares details about the purchase of a 132-unit apartment building that will be used to provide affordable housing for veterans experiencing homelessness. Lastly, actress and singer Danielle Brooks talks with Rose about her new role as Mahalia Jackson in Robin Roberts’ new Lifetime film.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs released a study of patients of color with mental health issues and found they have an overwhelming number of chronic pain cases. After testing nearly 400 Black Veterans at Atlanta’s VA healthcare system, they learned many require more intense therapy that they rarely receive. Herman Anderson is a Vietnam Veteran and Founder of Veterans Helping Veterans, Atlanta. He discusses the needs local veterans are still waiting to have addressed.

Author Jonathan Eig discusses his new book, “King: A Life.” It’s the first full-life biography of Martin Luther King Jr. in decades. Eig shares new details on King’s family history and the role media and the federal government played in creating a negative public opinion of him.

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Candice Broce, the commissioner for Georgia's Department of Human Services and the director of the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS), joins “Closer Look” for its Paycheck to Paycheck series. She discusses her top priorities for 2022 in regards to social and financial services.

Plus, Jessica McQuain joins the program. McQuain is a millennial living in Milledgeville, Georgia. She talks with Rose about her financial situation amid the pandemic.

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Hip Hop turns 50 this year. Every Friday through the end of August, for “Closer Look’s” Hip Hop at 50 series, Rose will talk with several guests about the art form and its influence on global culture. The series will explore and celebrate the past, present and future of Hip Hop. We revisit Rose’s conversations with De La Soul, MC Lyte, T.I., Goodie Mob, and Killer Mike.

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Illya Davis, a philosophy professor at Morehouse College and the director of the New Students & Transition Program and Dr. Maurice Hobson, an associate professor of Africana Studies and historian at Georgia State University, talk with Rose about the state of democracy and the role of social media in distributing divisive information that challenges the true definition of a democratic state.

Plus, Atlanta-based music journalist and author Quentin Harrison, recaps the hits and best pop albums of 2022.

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Plus, Margaret Huang, new president and C-E-O of the Southern Poverty Law Center shares her her goals for the organization amid protests, the pandemic, and recent internal changes within the nonprofit. 

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CodeHouse is a local nonprofit working to expose students of color to the tech industry. Ernest Holmes, a software engineer at Google and the president and co-founder of CodeHouse, Tavis Thompson, the vice president and co-founder of CodeHouse and program manager at Microsoft and Jaycee Holmes, Spelman College professor and the director of Curriculum and Instruction of CodeHouse, talk with Rose about how the CodeHouse Scholars Initiative will provide incoming Atlanta University Center students with scholarships and mentorship.

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We hear reaction to the many problems Georgia voters experienced during yesterday’s primary election. First, Aunna Dennis, Executive Director of Common Cause Georgia shares why her organization is calling for the resignation of Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Then, Jake Evans, an attorney and chair of the Republican National Lawyers Association's Georgia chapter shares his perspective. And finally, we hear from Fani Willis, who appears to be heading into a run-off against long time Fulton County district attorney Paul Howard.

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Georgia House Representative Shelly Hutchinson, from Snellville, who represents District 107, joins “Closer Look.” Hutchinson talks with show host Rose Scott about the 2021 legislative session and what’s next for House Bills 237 and 238.

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Breaking News: In an exclusive interview, Dekalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston tells Rose she will not pursue charges against several people who were arrested while protesting against the planned Atlanta Public Safety Training Center.

 Saturday marks one year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Georgia State University law professor Anthony Michael Kreis discusses life after the high court’s ruling and where the law stands now in Georgia and across the country.

 Hip Hop legends Arrested Development reflect on their path and influence on the genre and how the music has changed since their Grammy win.

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has a new leader. Leroy Chapman is the first Black editor-in-chief to lead the newspaper that has been in circulation for 155 years. Chapman talks with Rose about his career path, vision for the publication, and the overall state of journalism.

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted in New York in connection to his alleged role in paying hush money to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Former U.S. Attorney Michael Moore discusses the latest and the possible legal challenges Trump could face in Georgia.

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens discusses several topics, including the "City's Summer Safety Plan", affordable housing and youth employment opportunities.

Plus, CNN’s Victor Blackwell talks about the emotional toll of covering the recent mass shooting in Buffalo and the trauma many journalists of color have been experiencing since the pandemic and racial protests.

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Rivian Automotive is pausing the construction of its $5 billion manufacturing plant in Georgia. Rivian’s CEO Robert Scaringe says the company decided to halt plans for the factory to move production of new models to an Illinois facility. Tom Smith, a professor in the practice of finance at Emory University, gives his analysis of the potential economic impact of Rivian’s stalled development.

Plus, in celebration of National Impact Day of Service, the Black Family Wellness Expo is being held on March 16, at Greenbriar Mall. Dr. Nicole Martin Franks, who serves as a professor of Emergency Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine and the interim chief quality officer at Emory Healthcare, discusses the importance of specific annual health assessments and screenings.

Also, GBH News political reporter Saraya Wintersmith discusses her new podcast, “What Is Owed.” The podcast explores what reparations might look like in one of the oldest cities in America that enslaved Africans, Boston Massachusetts.

Lastly, attorney Giselle Carson, who practices business immigration and compliance at Marks Gray reveals how complex the United States’ immigration compliance process is to navigate and how an increase in processing fees is supposed to solve some problems.

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Rose Scott hosts a roundtable conversation on the challenges and solutions to addressing food security during COVID-19. Guests include:

•  Jasmine Crowe, founder and CEO of Goodr Inc.
• Sagdrina Jalal, Senior Director of Programs and Partnerships at the Center for Civic Innovation and former founding Executive Director and current board member at the Georgia Farmer’s Market Association
•  Lauren Cox, Georgia Organics’ Organic Procurement Coordinator 
• Will Sellers, executive director of Wholesome Wave Georgia

Plus, how the advocacy group MARTA Army is providing meals for transit operators.

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Keeping girls in sports is critical. Data suggests that girls in Georgia play sports at a far lower rate than boys (119k vs. 80k), despite the lifelong benefits. In honor of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, show host Rose Scott talks with several guests about the importance of female representation and participation in the world of sports, plus the impact athletics can have on a young girl’s life.

Guests include:

Morgan Shaw Parker, the president and COO of the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream

Haley Jones, a forward-guard for the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream

Leah Edmond, outside hitter of the Atlanta VIBE

Grace Cleveland, right-side hitter the Atlanta VIBE

Charles Edwards, a parent of a youth basketball player

McKenna, the daughter of Kelli and CJ Stewart, and a tennis coach

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Fulton County Director of Registration and Elections Richard Barron discusses his plans for addressing voting challenges in this year’s upcoming elections. Plus, “Closer Look” meets Rebecca Serna, executive director of the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition, on the BeltLine’s Eastside trail for a socially-distant conversation about how the pandemic has affected the city’s transportation landscape and traffic. And finally, Adam Roseman, co-founder and CEO of Steady, discusses the challenges gig workers are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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In a one-on-one interview, Closer Look show host Rose Scott spoke with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about his administration's progress, challenges and initiatives for addressing the housing crisis. During the discussion, Mayor Dickens talks about a partnership between the Atlanta Urban Development Corporation, Atlanta Housing, and the City of Atlanta to create more affordable housing units. He also shares details about plans for redevelopment projects, including The Mall West End and his support for light rail on the Atlanta Beltline.

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According to data gathered by LendingTree, Atlanta ranks seventh in the nation among cities with the lowest percentage of black homeowners. Ashani O'Mard, the senior vice president for Strategic Housing Investments at the Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, and Karen Hatcher, the CEO and head broker for Sovereign Realty and Management, discuss the homeownership gap for Blacks in metro Atlanta and how they are working to close it.

Spring is just days away, but the pollen season is here. Lewis Ziska, a professor at Columbia University, and Brooke Lappe, a research scientist and doctoral student at Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, discuss why pollen season came early this year and what Georgians can do to protect themselves. 

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Earlier this year, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners voted yes for the creation of the county’s first-ever police citizens advisory board. Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson and Sean Goldstein, the chairman of the Gwinnett County Police Citizens Advisory Board, join “Closer Look” to discuss the mission of the board and its top goals moving forward. Plus, micro-mobility giant, Spin recently relaunched its Everyday Heroes program. Shannon Dulaney, Spin's head of the Head of Community Partnerships for the U.S., discusses how the program will help essential medical workers with their transportation needs during the ongoing health crisis.

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WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali discusses the latest from the capitol as the legislative session continues.

Plus, DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson discusses the Video Surveillance Ordinance.

Lastly, Atlanta University Center Consortium Executive Director Michael Hodge and Dr. Stephane Dunn, a writer, filmmaker,and Morehouse professor, discuss the Spike Fellows Program.

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WABE reporter Emil Moffatt joins "Closer Look" to discuss why a group of Georgia-based Black pastors is calling for a boycott of Home Depot. Plus, Sara Hamilton, the president of the Korean American Bar Association of Georgia, and Angela Hsu, the president of the Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association, talk with Rose about a new national initiative to combat hate crimes against Asian Americans and share how their organizations are partnering together to help the families of the victims killed in the Atlanta-area spa shootings. Lastly, Dr. Dhaval Desai, the director of hospital medicine at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, and Dr. Lily Immergluck, a pediatrician and professor at Morehouse School of Medicine, discuss the importance of combating COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy to reach herd immunity.

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Deacon Johnny Hollman Sr., who was involved in a minor traffic accident, died on Aug. 10 after he was tased by Atlanta Police Officer Kiran Kimbrough. Officer Kimbrough has been terminated—but Hollman’s family and their attorneys are now demanding further accountability. Attorney Harold Spence discusses a new pending civil rights lawsuit against the City of Atlanta, Kimbrough and the tow truck driver who responded to the scene. 

Plus, last week, Staci Fox, the president and CEO of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, gave an analysis of Governor Brian Kemp’s budget proposal and talked with Rose about the institute’s 2024 policy priorities. On Tuesday’s program, Kyle Wingfield, the president and CEO of the Georgia Public Policy Foundation, shares his organization’s legislative and budgetary priorities from a perspective of economic freedom, limited government and personal responsibility. 

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On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Georgia’s six-week abortion ban will remain on the books. Constitutional Law Professor Anthony Michael Kreis from Georgia State University analyzes the ruling.

Also, Clayton County Public Schools' new Superintendent Dr. Anthony W. Smith talks about improving academic achievement, day-to-day safety and more.

Plus, The child poverty rate doubled within the past year. We speak with the leaders of the Georgia Family Connection Partnership to discuss how the organization is empowering communities to help families struggling with health & economic challenges.

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Dale Russell, the retired senior I-Team reporter for Fox 5 Atlanta, joins the program to talk about his 40-year career as one of Atlanta’s most respected investigative journalists and covering major stories such as the Atlanta child murders and the Centennial Olympic Park bombing. He also talks about what’s next for him.

Plus, Dr. Ashely Randall, the medical director and founder of the West End Animal Wellness Center, discusses pet safety amid rising heat in Georgia, as we risk the hottest temperatures the state has seen in 30 years. 

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Amid the pandemic, now hiring signs are everywhere. Paedia Mixon from New American Pathways discusses new efforts to help Afghan resettled refugees and local residents to find jobs at the Tucker “Back to Work” Job Fair.

Plus, the longest international border in the world between two countries is now back open. Canada’s acting Consul General Louise Blais discusses new restrictions at the U.S.-Canada border and how the border reopening will impact international trade. 

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On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” for the launch of a two-day series called “Overflow: Examining Georgia’s $11 Billion Surplus, show host Rose Scott talked with several guests about Georgia’s multibillion surplus and how they think Governor Brian Kemp should spend surplus dollars to help Georgians.

Guests include:

Staci Fox, the president and CEO of the Georgia Budget & Policy Institute (GBPI)

Georgia House Minority Leader James Beverly

Liz Coyle, the executive director of Georgia Watch

Thomas A. Schatz, the president of Citizens Against Government Waste 

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On this edition of Closer Look: With just a week to go until the 2022 midterm election we hear from Democratic strategist Fred Hicks and Republican Strategist Julie Ann Thompson on how the candidates are using these final days to pump up their bases and get voters to the polls. 

Also, tragic news out of Houston, rapper Takeoff from The Migos was shot and killed in the early morning. We’ll get reaction from Jocelyn Wilson, Georgia Tech assistant professor of Hip Hop Studies.

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The 2024 presidential election is less than 4 months away and the campaigns are shaping up on the Republican and Democratic sides. Atlanta-based political strategist Fred Hicks talks with Rose about how both campaigns could attempt to lure Georgia's undecided or independent voters to their respective sides. 

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Charles Johnson’s wife, Kira Dixon Johnson, died hours after childbirth in 2016 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. On Wednesday, he announced a new civil rights lawsuit filed against the Los Angeles hospital. Rose revisits a conversation she had with Johnson in 2019.

Plus, Ed Barlow, the president of Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 3204, discusses why Apple employees in Atlanta are pushing to unionize.

Lastly, Almeta Cooper, a health policy expert and the national field manager for Moms Clean Air Force, discusses the impact diesel-fueled school buses have on children’s health and her organization's efforts to electrify America’s school bus fleet.

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Plus, Mary Anne Bobinski, dean of Emory University School of Law and Cathy Cox, dean of Mercer University School of Law, discuss a recent letter that more than 157 law school deans signed following the insurrection. County School District Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris discusses why the district postponed in-person class instruction. 

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Studies show Black male students who have a Black male teacher or mentor have better academic outcomes. Wednesday’s special edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott" was a themed show that focused on the importance of mentoring young Black boys. Show host Rose talks with several guests, including former professional athletes who exemplify the transformative power of mentorship through their athletic-based programs.

Guests include:

CJ and Kelli Stewart are the co-founders of the L.E.A.D. Center For Youth

Trevon Wilbourn and Jahliel Callahan, students currently enrolled in the L.E.A.D. Center For Youth's Ambassador program

Walt Harris, a LaGrange native, a retired NFL Pro Bowler and the founder of the mentorship initiative Huddle 27

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The Southern Center for Human Rights recently held a series of conversations called the Community Safety and Police Violence Town Hall series. Tiffany Williams Roberts, who serves as the public policy director for the Southern Center for Human Rights, discussed the findings from the series and how the SCHR is using data from the national Police Scorecard, APD's data on racial disparities in policing in Atlanta, public health studies and research from Atlanta residents to inform policy solutions. 

Plus, defense attorney David West discusses what’s next after Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr’s indicted 61 people on racketeering charges following a state investigation into the ongoing protests against the proposed Atlanta Public Safety Training Center.

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