Closer Look at Dragon Con 2026: 40 Years of Fandom and America at 250

On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” it’s our annual live broadcast from Dragon Con! We mark 40 years of the epic pop culture event and 250 years of America by asking how creative storytelling. imagined characters and worlds have helped shape our world today. We’re joined for this fun, fascina…

Georgia gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms outlines vision in one-on-one interview

On a special edition of “Closer Look,” host Rose Scott sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms. Bottoms addresses questions about her tenure as Atlanta mayor, including key decisions made under her leadership. She also reflects on…

The GOP Strategy to winning over Black Voters; Seacrest Studios bringing joy to pediatric patients

Both major political parties are pitching their platforms in the 63 days until the 2026 midterm elections. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we speak with two people with insight on voters and the Republican Party. We ask whether the GOP will see any victories this November with limited sup…

Relaunching Atlanta’s E-Bike Rebate Program; Two Georgia news websites push partisan messaging

On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” the city of Atlanta is investing $1 million into the second round of its e-bike rebate program. That funding will provide vouchers up to $1,600 for Atlanta residents to purchase their own e-bike from one of eleven local bike shops. It’s estimated this will …

How Georgia RSVP Clinic provides necessary, life-changing care to uninsured and underinsured

For five years, Georgia RSVP Clinic has provided critical care to people who have suffered spinal cord and brain injuries. Volunteers rehabilitate patients who are uninsured or underinsured, providing them care that would otherwise cost close to $1 million in some cases. Here in Georgia, more than …

‘Pan Gyul’ Director shares her cinematic ambitions; Brad Raffensperger on his time as Georgia's Secretary of State

On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Caribbean-American actor Juliette Jeffers shares her coming-of-age film, “Pan Gyul.” Featured at multiple film festivals, including Atlanta’s BronzeLens Film Festival, the movie takes viewers to the island of Nevis. Jeffers spoke with Scott about the 15-min…

Aging in Georgia; Caregiving needs of LGBTQ+ seniors

It’s called a silver tsunami: the rapidly growing population of America’s seniors. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 20% of Georgia’s population will be 60 or older by 2030 – an increase of almost 34% since 2012. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we examine aging in Georgia. We’ll hear f…

Lawsuit demands information about ICE detention expansion; Latest developments on 2026 campaign trail

On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” data reveals Georgia is among the top five states with the most immigration detainees, with more than 4,500 people in custody. That number grew by 90% since President Trump returned to the White House. Witnesses and members of Congress, such as Georgia Repr…

Dr. Ayanna Howard “feels responsibility, not pressure” as new Spelman President

It’s the first day of a new school year for Spelman College students and that includes a new president,  Dr. Ayanna Howard. The self-described servant leader is the Atlanta based HBCU’s 12th president. She brings her NASA background and experience with tech and science to the role at a time when AI…

Addressing ongoing high rates of unemployment among Black Americans

In 2025, more than 300,000 Black women reportedly left or were let go from their jobs within the first few months of President Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Many of those jobs were cut as the Trump Administration downsized the federal workforce. Now, a year after Closer Look’s special p…