On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, the Georgia Public Service Commission voted 4-1 to give Georgia Power the ability to expand a power plant and buy more electricity from other utilities. This will enable the utility to provide power to an influx of businesses in the state. WABE climate reporter Emily Jones recaps the hearings and explains whether customers can expect to see any savings on their rising Georgia Power bills.
Also, in the latest feature from WABE’s Young Business Series, Reporter Julien Virgin shares the work of Hero Roofing CEO Nick Branon. The young entrepreneur in Newnan, Georgia discusses his journey through the multi-billion-dollar roofing industry and why roof repairs are his favorite part of the home improvement process.
Plus, we revisit our interview with Temple University Associate Professor and former journalist Andrea Wenzel. She recently published her book, "Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News." Wenzel shares her research about how communities of color believe they’ve been misrepresented by local news teams and highlights changes news organizations can make for fairer reporting.
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BBC Reith lecturer discusses ‘Our Democratic Future’; Local Santas on diverse representation this holiday season; WABE legend reads ‘A Christmas Carol’
Georgia Assoc. of Black Women Attorneys discuss organization’s mission; Lawsuit filed after GA man’s wrongfully arrest due to facial recognition technology
New DeKalb Schools program addresses teacher shortage; New report examines how Atlanta’s Tax Allocation Districts impact communities of color; Atlanta-based music journalist talks top music of 2023
How Georgia’s multibillion dollar surplus can be used to address key issues within the state
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News outlets review signatures collected by “Stop Cop City” coalition; Gwinnett County Board of Education Chair advocates for inclusive religious holiday calendar
CNN’s Victor Blackwell on his career journey, new show; Santa Dee on centering DEI through Santas of Color Coalition
Atlanta City Council Pres. recaps 2023 politics; Breaking down what new climate assessment means for Georgia
Nationwide effort to diversify tourism industry; Santa Rick on the importance of diversity, hope and imagination
FBI warns about terrorist groups’ attempts to influence kids; Organized Noize on their contributions, journey in Hip-Hop
CEO of Atlanta Housing stepping down; Report: End of race-conscious college admissions “adding stress” to Asian Americans
Norman Lear remembered as TV trailblazer; Runoff results for Atlanta school board; Pharmacy deserts rise in Georgia; Sensory-friendly Santas create inclusive holiday experiences
Advocates addressing farmers’ mental health crisis; Morehouse students’ debt cleared; Young author discusses his passion for fighting climate change
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