http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/ Atlanta en-us Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:02:44 GMT Public Interactive newsroom.NewsPodcast via Rome 30 wsharpe@wpba.org no WABE Podcast Feed http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1575543.html In a close House vote over the weekend for sweeping healthcare reform, Georgia's Congressional representatives largely opposed the legislation. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, Congressman John Lewis (D-GA) was one of the bill's champions. He called on lawmakers to look past politics. WABE Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:08:17 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no In a close House vote over the weekend for sweeping healthcare reform, Georgia's Congressional representatives largely opposed the legislation. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, Congressman John Lewis (D-GA) was one of the bill's champions. He called Georgia Lawmakers Split on Healthcare Reform Vote wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1575378.html An AJC study of Tuesday's general election found people voted by race. Clark-Atlanta political science Prof. William Boone co-authored a study of Atlanta's racial voting. It stirred anger when political operative Aaron Turpeau used it to call on African-Americans to vote as a bloc for a single black candidate. Speaking with Denis O'Hayer, Boone said in the runoff, African-American voters will see race in more complicated terms than before including Mayor Franklin's support for Kasim Reed. WABE Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:15:47 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no An AJC study of Tuesday's general election found people voted by race. Clark-Atlanta political science Prof. William Boone co-authored a study of Atlanta's racial voting. It stirred anger when political operative Aaron Turpeau used it to call on CAU Professor Predicts Race Will Be Part of Mayoral Runoff. But He Says the Role of Race Will Be More Complicated Than Before wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1575283.html Joining Atlanta and Dekalb, Gwinnett County will now be posting their crime data online. WABE Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:48:27 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Joining Atlanta and Dekalb, Gwinnett County will now be posting their crime data online. Gwinnett launches crime mapping wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1575277.html Cabbagetown's annual chili and bluegrass festival, Chomp and Stomp, is tomorrow. Jonathan Shapiro has a preview. WABE Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:28:21 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Cabbagetown's annual chili and bluegrass festival, Chomp and Stomp, is tomorrow. Jonathan Shapiro has a preview. Chomp and Stomp kicks off tomorrow wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1575286.html Over 700 homes in Cobb County were damaged by the September floods. County tax officials are now extending the deadline for flood victims to file and pay their property taxes. WABE Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:39:17 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Over 700 homes in Cobb County were damaged by the September floods. County tax officials are now extending the deadline for flood victims to file and pay their property taxes. Cobb County will allow delay in tax payment for flood victims wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574949.html The next segment in WABE's occasional series on Atlanta history returns to Nov. 6, 1928 for the debut of the Atlanta Daily World--the first successful African-American daily newspaper in the United States. Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn talks with WABE's Steve Goss about the paper's earliest days. WABE Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:59:22 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no The next segment in WABE's occasional series on Atlanta history returns to Nov. 6, 1928 for the debut of the Atlanta Daily World--the first successful African-American daily newspaper in the United States. Georgia State University historian Cliff This Day in 1928, The Atlanta Daily World Debuts wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574776.html Today, the parents of a Spelman student killed on the campus of Clark Atlanta University filed a wrongful death lawsuit against CAU. They say Clark Atlanta should have had better security considering past incidents such as assaults, robberies and shootings. WABE's Rose Scott has more: WABE Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:07:32 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Today, the parents of a Spelman student killed on the campus of Clark Atlanta University filed a wrongful death lawsuit against CAU. They say Clark Atlanta should have had better security considering past incidents such as assaults, robberies and Slain Spelman Student's Parents File Lawsuit Clark Atlanta University wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574708.html It's one thing Atlanta's mayoral candidates probably won't mention much during the runoff campaign: the next mayor can't do much without the state government. And, to get help from the state, the next mayor will need political support from the suburbs surrounding Atlanta. WABE's Denis O'Hayer spoke with Sam Olens, chairman of the Cobb County Commission, and chairman of the Atlanta Regional Commission, about what it will take for the next mayor to forge a city-suburbs coalition. WABE Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:47:11 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no It's one thing Atlanta's mayoral candidates probably won't mention much during the runoff campaign: the next mayor can't do much without the state government. And, to get help from the state, the next mayor will need political support from the Atlanta Mayoral Race: Regional Commission Chair Says Next Mayor Must Open Arms to Atlanta's Neighbors wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574593.html A Proposal by the Georgia Dept. of Transportation could bring tolls to several of metro Atlanta's busiest highways. WABE's Jim Burress reports. WABE Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:38:15 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no A Proposal by the Georgia Dept. of Transportation could bring tolls to several of metro Atlanta's busiest highways. WABE's Jim Burress reports. G-DOT Proposes Adding Tolls to Metro Interstates/Highways wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574378.html The Herndon Home is facing financial uncertainty just as it's preparing to celebrate its centennial next year. The imposing two-story brick mansion sits largely unseen on a quiet street near Clark Atlanta University. Jeanne Bonner reports. WABE Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:27:12 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no The Herndon Home is facing financial uncertainty just as it's preparing to celebrate its centennial next year. The imposing two-story brick mansion sits largely unseen on a quiet street near Clark Atlanta University. Jeanne Bonner reports. Herndon Home Hits Hard Times wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574215.html Mayoral candidates Norwood and Reed aren't the only ones faced with luring voters back to the polls. As WABE's Rose Scott reports, strategizing for December's runoff is an even bigger test for candidates vying for Atlanta city council president: WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:07:59 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Mayoral candidates Norwood and Reed aren't the only ones faced with luring voters back to the polls. As WABE's Rose Scott reports, strategizing for December's runoff is an even bigger test for candidates vying for Atlanta city council president: Runoff To Decide Next Atlanta City Council President wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574209.html Running on little to no sleep, Atlanta's two mayoral candidates jumped into the run-off race today with a sense of urgency. Mary Norwood spoke to leaders of the city's key hospitality industry, while Kasim Reed met with voters in several neighborhoods. WABE's Odette Yousef reports. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:01:53 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Running on little to no sleep, Atlanta's two mayoral candidates jumped into the run-off race today with a sense of urgency. Mary Norwood spoke to leaders of the city's key hospitality industry, while Kasim Reed met with voters in several Mayoral Candidates Jump into Runoff wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574196.html Now that Mary Norwood and Kasim Reed are in a runoff to see who will be Atlanta's next mayor, the challenge for the candidates will be to sustain voter interest in the race. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:54:54 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Now that Mary Norwood and Kasim Reed are in a runoff to see who will be Atlanta's next mayor, the challenge for the candidates will be to sustain voter interest in the race. Mayoral Voters Mull Runoff Choices wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1574091.html The federal "Cash for Clunkers" program proved effective in moving cars off dealerships' lots. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, another federal credit is making life good for one Atlanta electric car start-up. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:51:30 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no The federal "Cash for Clunkers" program proved effective in moving cars off dealerships' lots. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, another federal credit is making life good for one Atlanta electric car start-up. Federal Tax Credit Fuels Atlanta-based Electric Car Company wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573917.html Mary Norwood's opponent in the December 1st runoff is former State Senator Kasim Reed. With 38 percent of Tuesday's vote, Reed passed third place finisher city council President Lisa Borders. WABE's Charles Edwards reports. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:53:28 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Mary Norwood's opponent in the December 1st runoff is former State Senator Kasim Reed. With 38 percent of Tuesday's vote, Reed passed third place finisher city council President Lisa Borders. WABE's Charles Edwards reports. Reed to Pundits: "I'm Ready to Go For This City!" wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573913.html As her two top rivals closed in on a run-off, mayoral candidate Lisa Borders effectively conceded the race at 11pm Tuesday. Borders, considered a favorite early on, steadily lost ground after briefly pulling out of the race, while rival Kasim Reed gained support. WABE's Odette Yousef reports. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:49:05 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no As her two top rivals closed in on a run-off, mayoral candidate Lisa Borders effectively conceded the race at 11pm Tuesday. Borders, considered a favorite early on, steadily lost ground after briefly pulling out of the race, while rival Kasim Reed Borders Emotional About Losing Mayor's Race, Not Sure on Runoff Endorsement wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573911.html In the race for Atlanta Mayor, Mary Norwood garnered the most votes. But she's not yet won the job. WABE's Jim Burress has more. WABE Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:42:34 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no In the race for Atlanta Mayor, Mary Norwood garnered the most votes. But she's not yet won the job. WABE's Jim Burress has more. Norwood Upbeat About Runoff for Atlanta Mayor wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573515.html Employees of a Midtown gay bar arrested during a controversial police raid will take their case to trial. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, they're vowing to fight the charges. WABE Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:30:27 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Employees of a Midtown gay bar arrested during a controversial police raid will take their case to trial. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, they're vowing to fight the charges. Atlanta Eagle Employees Vow Fight; Case Will Go to Trial wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573625.html It's been a bright, clear day for voters in the area. Officials at two Atlanta polling stations say turnout was moderate; but those who came to cast a ballot knew exactly why they were there. Dave Bender reports. WABE Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:55:48 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no It's been a bright, clear day for voters in the area. Officials at two Atlanta polling stations say turnout was moderate; but those who came to cast a ballot knew exactly why they were there. Dave Bender reports. Fewer Voters, But More Determined wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573614.html Voting is underway for Atlanta's municipal election, and turnout is not expected to be nearly what it was the last time the polls were open. WABE's Odette Yousef caught some voters as they were leaving the precinct at the All Saints Episcopal Church in midtown, to ask them what was on their minds as they cast their ballots. WABE Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:09:27 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Voting is underway for Atlanta's municipal election, and turnout is not expected to be nearly what it was the last time the polls were open. WABE's Odette Yousef caught some voters as they were leaving the precinct at the All Saints Episcopal Church Voters Cast Ballots for Atlanta Races, Notice Low Turnout wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573222.html Party affiliation was the big issue in the last televised debate among the 4 major candidates for Atlanta Mayor. The front-runner, City Council member Mary Norwood, faced charges from Council President Lisa Borders, and former State Senator Kasim Reed, that she's a Republican. Norwood denied it. Michael Leo Owens is an Emory University associate professor of political science. WABE's Denis O'Hayer asked if party should be such an issue, when there's no party affiliation in fixing potholes. WABE Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:23:24 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Party affiliation was the big issue in the last televised debate among the 4 major candidates for Atlanta Mayor. The front-runner, City Council member Mary Norwood, faced charges from Council President Lisa Borders, and former State Senator Kasim Emory Political Scientist Says "Closet Republican" Charge Can Work to Norwood's Advantage wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573180.html It's been nine years since the Atlanta Falcons have won a game in the Superdome playing the New Orleans Saints. Tonight the teams will play in the nationally televised Monday Night game. But as WABE's Rose Scott reports it's a must win for the Falcons: WABE Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:53:55 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no It's been nine years since the Atlanta Falcons have won a game in the Superdome playing the New Orleans Saints. Tonight the teams will play in the nationally televised Monday Night game. But as WABE's Rose Scott reports it's a must win for the Falcons On National Stage Against Saints wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573123.html Pregnant women in the metro area should finally be able to find places where they can get vaccinated against H1N1 swine flu. Late last week, some county and regional health centers started receiving the injectable form of the vaccine. WABE's Odette Yousef reports. WABE Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:08:22 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Pregnant women in the metro area should finally be able to find places where they can get vaccinated against H1N1 swine flu. Late last week, some county and regional health centers started receiving the injectable form of the vaccine. WABE's H1N1 Flu Shot Vaccine Arrives in Metro Clinics wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573074.html Scar tissue serves an important function by limiting the size of a wound. But in spinal cord injuries, scar tissue gets in the way of nerve fibers trying to regenerate. Now, a discovery at Georgia Tech offers promise to those recovering from spinal cord injuries. WABE's Jim Burress explains. WABE Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:43:30 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Scar tissue serves an important function by limiting the size of a wound. But in spinal cord injuries, scar tissue gets in the way of nerve fibers trying to regenerate. Now, a discovery at Georgia Tech offers promise to those recovering from Ga Tech Researchers Make Headway in Treating Spinal Cord Injuries wsharpe@wpba.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news/content/1573070.html Delta Airlines and other US Carriers could face a tougher fight in blocking unions under changes proposed today by The National Mediation Board. WABE's Jim Burress explains. WABE Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:08:19 GMT wsharpe@wpba.org no Delta Airlines and other US Carriers could face a tougher fight in blocking unions under changes proposed today by The National Mediation Board. WABE's Jim Burress explains. Proposed Changes by National Mediation Board Could Affect Efforts to Unionize at Delta wsharpe@wpba.org