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Mayor Reed's police chief search committee Atlanta, Ga (2010-02-09) The 13 member search committee will review applicants selected by a search firm before making recommendations to Reed's 18 member transition team.

Georgia Interfaith Power and Light Shows Congregations How to Save Energy while Saving Souls

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-09) Many individuals dedicated to energy conservation and other environmental concerns have found justification in their religious faith. Interfaith Power and Light (IPL)is a non-profit organization that assists congregations practice what their faith preaches, so to speak. Here, Georgia Interfaith Power and Light Executive Director Alexis Chase talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for more information, visit www.gipl.org)

Reed unveils transition team

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-08) Committees will search for police chief and fire chief candidates. A full 18 member transition committee will then take recommendations to Mayor Reed.

Anne Frank exhibit opens in Sandy Springs

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-08) With more than 600 photos and display panels, the country's largest Anne Frank exhibit has opened in Sandy Springs. Jonathan Shapiro talked with the city's mayor about the importance of keeping the Dutch teenager's memory alive.

MARTA: Service cuts imminent if regional tax doesn't come soon

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-08) Governor Perdue last month said he wants to give Georgians the chance to vote on a regional transportation tax in 2012. Since that statement, transportation officials have applauded the governor, but MARTA officials believe the vote needs to come sooner rather than later. Jonathan Shapiro reports.

Atlanta Anti-Foreclosure Program Slow and Tricky

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-08) A recent audit by the U.S. Solicitor General says that Atlanta is dragging its feet in spending money to fight foreclosures. The December report says the city has expended only a small fraction of what it was awarded to buy, fix and resell homes. City officials say things got off to a bumpy start, but insist they'll be able to complete the project on time.

Georgia Gwinnett College lobbies against funding cuts

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-05) Georgia Gwinnett College has grown by about 1500 students per year since it was created in 2006. That high growth rate is now in danger because of state budget cuts. Jonathan Shapiro has the story.

Governor backs plan to appoint, not elect, agency heads

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-05) State lawmakers are preparing a measure that would give the Governor authority to appoint the head of insurance, labor, agriculture, and schools. Those four positions are all currently held by elected officials. Jonathan Shapiro reports.

Boy Scouts of America Atlanta Area Council CEO discusses the future of Scouting

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-05) The Boy Scouts of America is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Here, Tracy Techau, Scout Executive CEO for the Atlanta Area Council, talks with WABE "Morning Edition" host, Steve Goss... (for information, visit: www.atlantabsa.org)

Transportation bills introduced under the Gold Dome

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-04) Under the plan, Georgians would vote on a penny sales tax for transportation improvements in their region. Also, teh 4th penny collected from Georgia's gas tax would fund transportation projects picked by the state legislature.

Atlanta homeless shelter foreclosed Atlanta, GA (2010-02-04) A MASSIVE HOMELESS SHELTER IN DOWNTOWN ATLANTA IS OFFICIALLY IN FORECLOSURE. THE METRO ATLANTA TASK FORCE FOR THE HOMELESS NOW HAS ONE LAST MONTH TO COME UP WITH MORE THAN 500 THOUSAND DOLLARS TO PAY OFF ITS OVERDUE LOANS.

Clayton educators respond to proposed school cuts

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-04) Clayton's new superintendent has proposed more than 85 million dollars in cuts over the next two years. If approved, school would be shortened by a week and 200 jobs would be cut. Jonathan Shapiro reports.

Area High School Football Players Make It Official

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-03) Today is the day that die hard college football fans will find out where the top high school football players are planning to play. WABE's Rose Scott reports on the obsession behind National Signing Day:

Snellville will appeal court decision against Sunday alcohol sales

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-03) Snellville will fight for its right to sell beer and wine on Sundays. The city is appealing a court ruling that says it didn't go through the necessary steps to legalize Sunday alcohol sales. Jonathan Shapiro reports

Faith Based Group Opposes Senate Bill Change on Age & Prostitution Arrest

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-03) The local chapter of a national women's public policy group wants State Senator Renee Unterman to redo a bill she's introduced in the state legislature. The bill currently in the Senate Judiciary committee would raise the minimum age a minor would be charged with prostitution. As WABE's Rose Scott reports the group says the bill decriminalizes prostitution:

Family Sells House, Donates Half to Charity

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-03) It seemed like a crazy, goofy scheme. Kevin Salwen and his family sold their seven-bedroom home in Ansley Park and donated half the proceeds to charity. Philip Graitcer has this story.

Grants funds effective teaching tool for APS

Atlanta, Ga (2010-02-02) APS uses 10 million dollars from Gates Foundation for Teacher Effectiveness Dashboards.

Kid reporters are adding a fresh perspective to the news

Atlanta, GA (2010-02-02) Scholastic.com, a website for teachers, parents, and students, has been providing enterprising elementary and middle school students an opportunity to develop reporting skills with their "Kids Press Corps". As many as 55 "cub" reporters across the country contribute stories on-line (www.scholastic.com/kidspress) or to "Scholastic News" magazine. WABE's Steve Goss spoke with the 2 reporters from metro Atlanta: 5th graders Andrew Liang, and N'serri Carew-Johnson...

Congressman Lewis assures passage of health care reform and jobs bill

Atlanta, GA (2010-01-29) Lewis says partisan spirit is natural between Democrats and Republicans. He also says both sides are not as far apart as they seem.

Raising awareness of federal earned income tax credit

Atlanta, GA (2010-01-29) Politicans and community groups says thousands always miss out on free federal money. This year, they hope the word gets out.