CobbLinc Go averaging 3,000 rides per month; “Echoes of the Storm” performances reflect on aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

Since October 2024, people in South Cobb have been able to reserve on-demand transit through the CobbLinc Go pilot program. The public transit, two-year program, provides "curb to curb" service for passengers over 26 square miles across Austell, Powder Springs, and southwestern Marietta. It’s simil…

Double amputee faces deportation while in unsanitary Georgia detention center; 'Piloting the Journey': Dr. Kitty Carter-Wicker

On today’s Closer Look, host Rose Scott speaks to Atlanta-based immigration attorney Sarah Owings and Mildred Pierre, the fiancé of Rodney Taylor, a Gwinnett County barber and double amputee. Taylor has remained in a Georgia immigration detention center since January 2025. Pierre and Owings say aut…

Nonprofit warns about data centers and SB 410; How money & strategy are driving GA Governor’s Race

A map created by Science for Georgia, a science advocacy nonprofit, conservatively estimates around 100 data centers in Georgia. But the exact number is difficult to pin down because the state government doesn’t maintain its own public database, which also makes it hard to track any economic impact…

Live from State Capitol with State Senator Kim Jackson, WABE’s Rahul Bali

There’s only three weeks left until state lawmakers shout, “Sine Die” to mark the end of the 2026 legislative session. On today’s “Closer Look,” host Rose Scott speaks with Georgia State Senator Kim Jackson and WABE Politics Reporter Rahul Bali about the bills that have the potential to become law …

Atlanta Councilmember opposes proposed unhoused shelter; Lazy Betty Chef mixes cultures in new cookbook; Poet calls for an America “that is not yet here”

On today’s Closer Look, host Rose Scott Councilmember Byron Amos joined the program to discuss his opposition to a 15-acre property that’s meant to provide support and shelter to Atlanta’s unhoused community. Amos argues the site was intended to provide economic opportunity to the city’s westside. …

Dr. Louis Sullivan’s dedication to medicine, public health; Miguel begins CAOS tour in Atlanta, with bilingual songs of personal growth and social awareness

We revisit “Closer Look” host Rose Scott’s conversation with Dr. Louis W. Sullivan. His dedication to medicine and public health includes serving as the 17th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and the founding president and dean of the Morehouse School of Medicine. He discusses hi…

WABE follows the latest on controversial DeKalb County land swap; PALS Atlanta marks more than 30 years of aiding pet owners

WABE continues to follow the latest involving a controversial land swap between DeKalb County and a movie studio company that has yet to meet any of the promises made in an agreement. WABE environment reporter Marisa Mecke shares her reporting and what’s next for the site. “Closer Look” host Rose…

GSU Experts share insights and “Closer Look” listeners react to U.S.–Israeli military strike on Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is defending the joint military actions by the U.S. and Israel against Iran, saying, “We are punching them while they're down, which is exactly how it should be.” Since the first strikes in late February, Operation Epic Fury has expanded into a regional war, resulting…

The legislative push for increased wages, state-based paid leave; Atlanta People’s Campaign hosts assembly for community-focused solutions

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and other state leaders have touted the Peach State as one of the best places to do business. However, some lawmakers and advocacy groups say in order for that to be fully true, Georgia must do right by its workforce. As Georgia lawmakers are convening at the state capitol f…

How burnout affects doctors and patients

According to the “Beyond the Bedside: The State of Nursing in 2025” report, 65% of nurses say they’re experiencing high levels of stress and burnout. The study also found that only 60% of nurses would choose their profession again, and 67% of student nurses are concerned about managing their worklo…