The Brief from WABE

Weekend court at the Fulton Co. jail?; Norfolk-Southern has an offer for the residents of East Palestine, Ohio; and a conversation "On Leadership" with the CEO of Atlanta's The Carter Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cobb County closes a 50-year missing child cold case; Atlanta's City Council says 'count those signatures!'; and smile for that new speeding ticket camera outside of some APS schools! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Soccer picks Atlanta for its new HQ; Flooding infiltrates dorms at Clark Atlanta; and after seeing a doubling in the number of natural disasters in the past decade, the American Red Cross prepares for that as the new norm going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two of those indicted with Donald Trump will get speedy trials in Fulton County as the others...; Why the City of Atlanta won't count signatures submitted to force a referendum on "Cop CIty;" and why Sen. John Ossoff (D-GA) thinks Congress should refrain from trading stock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A federal judge has sided with the City of Atlanta, delaying a petition challenging the so-called "Cop City"; Former Trump Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has faced a setback in getting his 2020 election interference case moved to federal court; "Slutty Vegan" founder Pinky Cole talks about overcoming adversity in her new book, "I Hope You Fail." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff is calling for a federal investigation into another Georgia correctional institution; How Atlanta scientists are contributing to breakthroughs in the research on Long Covid; and Atlanta's interim superintendent takes a tour of the school district.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Cop City" (as it's often referred to) opponents blow past the required number of signatures to force a referendum on the project; Trump's former Chief of Staff really doesn't want tried in Fulton County; and if you visit the new Summerhill Publix, be sure to park over there. Wayyyy over there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A request to stop sharing jurors' identities in state criminal cases; "Stop Cop City" arrestees face RICO charges; and why Georgians' accents are getting less Southern. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new medical cannabis dispensary opened today; we hear from the new director of the CDC; and we learn more about why Georgia may need a new political map.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protestors against a proposed public safety training center in Atlanta are facing RICO charges, the state's political map may have to be redrawn before the 2024 election; and this week’s “On Leadership with Atlanta Business Chronicle” podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More defendants have begun entering pleas in the case investigating 2020 election interference in Georgia; A federal judge has issued a significant setback to the movement petitioning against Atlanta's Public Safety Training Center; and this Labor Day weekened, House music takes center stage in Atlanta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump enters a plea; DragonCon deals with an unusual situation; and it's now officially football season in Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idalia threatens to disrupt; Another detainee dies in custody of Fulton County; and get the popcorn ready--the report from the special purpose grand jury that investigated Donald Trump's alleged efforts to thwart Georgia's 2020 election becomes public on Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arraignment for Donald Trump and his associates indicted in Fulton County for election interference is scheduled; Georgia Power comes up short when it comes to helping customers improve energy efficiency; and why global warming poses a threat not just to you, but also your pup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another defendant charged in connection with trying to overturn Georgia's 2020 election results turns himself in at the Fulton County Jail; Atlanta-based non-profits are getting a financial boost; And we hear from WABE's new podcast about Atlanta's Film Industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is expected to surrender at Fulton County Jail; North Georgia bats; local art events and live music around Atlanta this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The highest profile suspect of 19 charged in connection with trying to thwart Georgia's 2020 election results turns himself in at the Fulton County Jail; And about that jail....; Plus, citrus: It's the new black (in Georgia, anyway).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UPSers won't strike after ratifying a historic contract; defendants related to Donald Trump's alleged 2020 election interference scheme are turning themselves in; and Stop Cop City folks say they have all they need to force a referendum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia's new law restricting transgender-focused medical treatment for children is on hold; Teamsters at UPS near the end of their contract voting period; and welcome to AgLanta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another person dies while detained in the Fulton County Jail; No longer can you be charged criminally for giving a person a bottle of water as they wait in line to vote; and Cobb County's Board of Education ignores its own judicial process and fires a teacher for reading a book it didn't like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The grand jurors who returned an indictment against former president Donald Trump receive threats of violence; at least one of Trump's co-defendants feels a federal court might be advantageous over a Fulton Superior courtroom; and Rugby ATL will soon become Rugby LAX. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former president or not, it's likely all 19 charged Monday for attempting to undermine Georgia's 2020 election will get their mug shot taken at the Fulton County Jail; What about Burt? The avowed 'fake elector' and current Leuitennant Governor could still face charges; and Fulton Co.'s Commission votes against a property tax increase. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fulton County indicted Donald Trump; Fulton County indicted Donald Trump; and, in case you missed it, Fulton County indicted Donald Trump. [Yes, this episogde includes more than just that one story, but there are few headlines in all the history of this nation that carry the weight of that five-word phrase.]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City of Atlanta loses appeal to stop the "stop cop city" folks; building confidence through skateboarding; and UGA tops the AP preseason poll as the Dawgs try for national title no. three. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GBI investigates an APD officer-involved shooting; the current head of Georgia's labor cabinet doesn't find much love for the previous officeholder; and Ga Tech contributes HOW MUCH to the local economy?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 'divisive concept' could cost a Cobb Co. teacher her job; COVID is rebounding; and so is the metro's population, as Atlanta boasts more residents than ever before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grady on lockdown after shots ring out from parking garage; a MARTA bus crash leaves three dead; and why the Library of Congress is seeking the oral histories of Korean War vets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UPS earnings fall short; why you'll soon be on camera every time you fill up in Atlanta; and want to displace a playing field namesake for your own? That'll be $55-million, please. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Atlanta area sees more antisemitic flyers; what cities can do now to prepare for the new norm of excessive heat; and pull up a chair for Atlanta's Black Restaurant Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump continues trying to thwart DA Fani Willis; Unwinding Medicaid; and it's win--and win now--or go home for Georgia's Chase Elliot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Trump's third indictment means in the face of local charges; a group of DAs sue the state; and what we need to do, and do now, as the heat intensifies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fulton County public safety agencies say they're ready for a Trump indictment if one comes; how MARTA plans to keep you out of its special fast lane; and why Clayton County challenges the notion there's no such thing as a free lunch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump loses again in his attempt to thwart Fulton's DA from prosecuting him; UPS and the Teamsters Union meet to finalize a contract; and billions-over, scmillions-over: there's no use in crying over late nuclear (but the fact your power bill is about to go up... again? Cry away.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Trump will soon have a chance to present arguments in court why County District Attorney Fani Willis should be disqualified from prosecuting him; Workers from Burger King, Dollar General, and other stores are demanding their employers provide some relief from the heat; Patrick Rodriguez is co-founder of the Georgia Coalition for Higher Education in Prison and he recently received a large grant to pursue his work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Stop Cop City" advocates get an incremental win; Coca-Cola's gettin' fizzy with it; and enjoy it while it lasts--but the Northside Perimeter is about to get less construction-y....ish? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Yeah, but..." Rudy Giuliani says about untrue claims he made after the 2020 election about two Fulton County election workers; DeKalb moves forward with a new animal shelter; and why your zip code predicts how you experience heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More money is coming to Atlanta's BeltLine; Fulton County's jail gets its mojo back after no A/C stole it; and what to make of all these indictments against Donald Trump? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A stamp honoring the late Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis is now available; A national Christian anti-abortion group is rallying at the state Capitol this weekend; and an Atlanta entrepreneur whose company makes toys representing kids from diverse backgrounds weighs in on the impact of the Barbie movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "Stop Cop City" folks make an investment to get a ballot question before voters; A year into Georgia's restrictive abortion law, and it's had a profound influence on reproductive healthcare in the state; and wanna buy a portion of the Atlanta Braves? Soon you can.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 'Hooch is fully open for recreation now that they've gotten that whole fecal release thing figured out; coming to the mom and pop pharmacy near you: medical cannabis products (maybe); and don't tell us we're dreaming, but Atlanta's WNBA franchise is HOT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The temps are climbing, the voter rolls are declining, and those opposed to a new jail in Fulton County are opining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Trump attorneys push for longer delays in any potential trial; Some city employees get huge raises; See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True the Vote told to put up or shut up; a strike among some sanitation workers looms; and Atlanta gets a Michelin Guide (which is kind of a big deal, apparently). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Fulton County Grand Jury who will decide whether to charge former President Donald Trump is set; DeKalb County sends a strong message by passing a nondiscrimination ordinance; and Alveda King reflects on her late aunt, Christine King Farris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DeKalb County and the state of Georgia are facing suit to allow voters to vote in a referendum on the proposed Atlanta Public Safety Training Center; Officials are still trying to figure out what exactly led to 'dangerously high' levels of E. Coli, closing a long stretch of the Chattahoochee River; An Atlanta non-profit is helping people with disabilities start and grow their own businesses, as well as build community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So about that 'Hooch; Practicing picketing; and if you know of anyone, Atlanta Public Schools needs a new superintendent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UPS Teamsters are ready to picket after a union-set deadline came and went for a new contract; A law restricting gender-affirming care for minors, struck down in other states, takes effect in Georgia; and (stop me if you've heard this one, OK?) A new nuclear reactor is set to come online at Georgia's Plant Vogtle this mo... Oh.OK. Sure. I'll stop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Fulton County detention officer has been arrested following an incident involving excessive force over the weekend; As a heat advisory goes into effect, Atlanta's former climate policies director weighs in on what communities should be doing to protect residents from extreme heat; and WABE's DorMiya Vance explores how LGTBQ+ rappers feel they fit into Atlanta's hip hop scene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christine King Farris, sister to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., has died; UPSers are poised to strike as a walk out is "imminent"; and ready yourself for a record-breaking holiday travel weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.