The number of candidates entering the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race continues to grow. On Tuesday, Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially announced his candidacy. Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks shares insights on the race so far.

 

Plus, after 8 years, it’s a new chapter for Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi. Farokh talks with Rose about his tenure working in local government, legislation he championed, as well as the challenges he faced and his proudest achievements.

 

Lastly, the Atlanta City Council recently passed a "smart surfaces" policy requiring new and replacement roofs to meet high solar reflectance standards-- meaning they have to be built with light-colored, reflective materials, commonly known as “cool roofs.” Dr. Brian Stone, a professor of urban planning and the director of the Urban Climate Lab at Georgia Tech, explains why he supports the ordinance and how it will potentially help cool neighborhoods, lower energy costs, and save lives.

The number of candidates entering the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race continues to grow. On Tuesday, <a href="https://www.wabe.org/georgia-republican-burt-jones-finally-enters-the-2026-governors-race/">Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones</a> officially announced his candidacy. Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst <a href="https://fredhicks.com/">Fred Hicks</a> shares insights on the race so far.
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Plus, after 8 years, it&rsquo;s a new chapter for <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/council-members/amir-r-farokhi#ad-image-0">Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi</a>. Farokh talks with Rose about his tenure working in local government, legislation he championed, as well as the challenges he faced and his proudest achievements.
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Lastly, the Atlanta City Council recently passed <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/Home/Components/News/News/4197/175">a "smart surfaces" policy</a> requiring new and replacement roofs to meet high solar reflectance standards-- meaning they have to be built with light-colored, reflective materials, commonly known as &ldquo;cool roofs.&rdquo; <a href="https://planning.gatech.edu/people/brian-stone">Dr. Brian Stone</a>, a professor of urban planning and the director of the Urban Climate Lab at Georgia Tech, explains why he supports the ordinance and how it will potentially help cool neighborhoods, lower energy costs, and save lives.

"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.

"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.

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Georgia’s Burt Jones finally enters 2026 gubernatorial race; Resigning Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi talks highs & lows; Atlanta City Council passes “smart surfaces" roof policy 