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Atlanta food banks struggle to fill need Atlanta, GA (2009-11-20) The Department of Agriculture recently announced that 49 million Americans are living in households that lack consistent access to food. It's the highest number on record.
Norwood stumps for runoff votes and calls for code enforcement reform Atlanta, Ga (2009-11-20) The at-large city councilwoman says a broken system is keeping homeowners from having the decent, safe neighborhoods they desire.
Tyler Perry donations to 2 Atlanta aid groups Atlanta, GA (2009-11-19) Perry, who was once homeless, gives a total of $150,000 help feed people during the holidays.
Master Plan for Atlanta's Poncey-Highlands Neighborhood Unveiled Atlanta, GA (2009-11-19) On Wednesday evening, Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall joined Poncey-Highlands community leaders in the unveiling of the neighborhood's new master plan. Philip Graitcer has this report.
Lowery endorses Reed Atlanta, Ga (2009-11-19) Rev. Joseph Lowery says his endorsement of Reed has is more about capability than race.
Three Years from Johnston Death, Civilian Board at a Crossroads Atlanta, GA (2009-11-19) Saturday will mark three years since Atlanta police illegally raided the home of 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston and killed her. Johnston's death outraged citizens, who clamored for a new civilian oversight body to probe allegations of police misconduct. As WABE's Odette Yousef reports, the resulting Citizen Review Board is now at a crossroads, where its members are counting on the next mayor to help them establish credibility.
Early voting begins in runoff elections Atlanta, Ga (2009-11-18) Voters say they cast ballots today because they're going out of town but want to participate in the Atlanta Mayoral runoff.
Georgia's new top water wars lawyer Atlanta, GA (2009-11-17) Anaylst says replacing Paul Clement with Seth Waxman could benefit Georgia's argument.
Mayor's race too close to call Atlanta, GA (2009-11-17) 3 polls shows leads within margin of error. Reed and Norwood agree race is too close to call.
Gwinnett joins fed program to weed out undocumented inmates Atlanta, GA (2009-11-16) Joining Cobb, Whitfield, and Hall, Gwinnett becomes the latest Georgia county to partner with the federal government to try and crack down on undocumented inmates.
City Council votes for Delta's new airport Atlanta, GA (2009-11-16) The deal now goes to Mayor Shirley Franklin's desk for her signature.
Church leaders endorse Reed Atlanta, GA (2009-11-13) Clergy members from predominately black churches say Reed is the man for their people.
Banks Prohibited From Charging Overdraft Fees Without Consent Atlanta, GA (2009-11-13) Banks earn as much as 38 billion dollars a year from overdraft fees. But as Jonathan Shapiro reports, the Federal Reserve is aiming to change that.
Morehouse School of Medicine Tackling Diabetes Atlanta, GA (2009-11-12) November is Diabetes awareness month. Globally the disease is considered an epidemic and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Two areas of focus for the Morehouse School of Medicine are in research and education. WABE's Rose Scott reports:
Barnes backs Reed atlanta, ga (2009-11-12) The former Georgia Governor endorsed the former state senator who's in a runoff for mayor of Atlanta.
Zoo Atlanta's Ozzie Helps With Groundbreaking Invention Atlanta, GA (2009-11-12) Zoo Atlanta's Ozzie the gorilla is part of a groundbreaking invention that could help save the lives of his fellow apes. WABE's Rose Scott has this report on the Gorilla Tough Cuff:
Veterans Day in Gwinnett County Atlanta, GA (2009-11-11) An intimate crowd gathered for a ceremony dedicated to veterans especially two from Georgia.
Veterans Heart Georgia marks 2nd Anniversary Atlanta, GA (2009-11-11) Two years ago today, Veterans Heart Georgia was created to treat the invisible wounds that afflict many veterans--including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The non-profit organization calls on a number of mental health professionals, clergy, and others to help with the healing process. Kaye Coker is a co-director, and explained to WABE's Steve Goss how Veterans Heart Georgia connects with those in need... (for more information, visit: www.veteransheartgeorgia.org)
Furlough day for DeKalb workers Atlanta, GA (2009-11-10) The day after Thanksgiving will be a non-paid holiday for DeKalb County employees. The Commission cites budget problems as the reason.
Jim Martin endorses Kasim Reed in ATL mayoral runoff Atlanta, GA (2009-11-10) Longtime state politician with intown Atlanta ties back the former state senator in his campaign for mayor of Atlanta.