Closer Look with Rose Scott
Closer Look with Rose Scott
"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.Social links:
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From the gas pump to grocery checkout, Georgians express economic frustrations
A 2026 Deloitte summer travel survey reveals vacation plans are down across all income levels, and travel is at its lowest among consumers since at least 2022. In addition, a new report from Georgia Institute of Technology also suggests high gas prices aren't going away anytime soon amid the global…
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Atlanta City Councilman calls for stricter guardrails following housing trust fund ‘clerical error’; Connecting the history of food and Juneteenth
A newly published investigation by the Atlanta Community Press Collective reveals public funds were used to pay consultants promoting Mayor Andres Dickens’Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative, including over $100,000 from the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund. On Wednesday's edition of "Closer L…
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Dr. Catherine Meeks on building cross racial coalition; Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade on protecting democracy in a turbulent era
On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, we start by speaking with Atlanta-based racial justice leader Dr. Catherine Meeks. In her new book, Bridging the Rivers of Difference: A Proclamation of Unity in Resistance, asks: Why do communities facing similar struggles remain divided, and what would it t…
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LAA and other food pantries prepare for growing need; Community pushback to data centers
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” with the Trump Administration cutting SNAP benefits, food pantries across the Atlanta metro area are preparing for growing demand on their donations. Santiago Marquez, who serves as the CEO of the Latin American Association, shares that a lot of Latino fami…
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Fulton County Commission Chair runoff debate
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” the two Democrats vying for Fulton County’s top seat met at WABE’s studio for a debate. The pair clashed over multiple issues, including the Fulton County Jail, their voting records, property taxes, reparations, and arts funding. Hear where Fulton County Co…
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Indigenous People and America’s 250th Anniversary; Remembering Peabo Bryson; Conference assists hopeful LGBTQ+ fathers
On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, we hear from a panel of Native Americans who reflect on what the 250th anniversary of the nation means to them as descendants of the country’s original inhabitants. Then, we revisit our interview with legendary soul singer Peabo Bryson, who died Tuesday …
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Atlanta Voice marks 60 Years; Kimberly Adams becomes new Marketplace Morning Report host; New book by Malcolm X’s daughter explores his visit to Mecca
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Janis Ware, the publisher of The Atlanta Voice reflects on their 60 year history as the longest running Black-owned newspaper in the city. The publication’s inception began during the Civil Rights Movement, and Ware’s father was one of the founders. The…
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Construction for National Juneteenth Museum begins this fall; WABE visits lab exploring life across galaxies; Addiction recovery expands for youth
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we speak to Jarred Howard, CEO of the National Juneteenth Museum. He discusses the work, history and intention being put into the museum, which is scheduled to open in late 2028. In addition to telling the story of Black American’s enslavement and emancipat…
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Registration open for food and drink entrepreneurship program; Class of 2026 Kindergarten graduates
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” budding entrepreneurs in the food and drink industry can apply for the Georgia Tech Food and Beverage Accelerator program. Guests share how the program has empowered their businesses and the program co-director shares what they’re looking for in an applican…
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Atlanta rates the highest for eviction filings; Update on Ebola outbreak
On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we have an in-depth discussion with the Atlanta Legal Aid Society about a study by Princeton University’s Eviction Lab. It shows Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb, Gwinnett, and Clayton Counties lead the nation in evictions. Those evictions overwhelmingly affected Black…
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