TSJ
Milton Kirby
- Community
- January 29, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
A Letter from the Publisher: Investing in the Truth
To our readers and neighbors, When we launched The Truth Seekers Journal (TSJ), our mission was simple: to restore trust in local journalism by focusing on verified facts, transparency, and…
- Politics , Community
- July 28, 2026
- 13 minutes Read
Keisha Lance Bottoms Appeals to Georgia Voters, Especially Black Men: Record Turnout Could Decide Georgia’s Governor’s Race
With 99 days until Election Day, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms urged Georgia voters, especially Black men, to deliver record turnout during a town hall at Atlanta’s Gathering Spot.
Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D.
- Science & Technology
- July 28, 2026
- 8 minutes Read
The Human Stakes of AI: Why This Technology Deserves Public Attention
By Florita Bell Griffin | Houston, TX | July 28, 2026 Artificial intelligence is often discussed as a technical breakthrough, a business race, or a symbol of the future. Those…
Ted Knorr
- Black History , Sports
- July 28, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
By Ted Knorr | Harrisburg, PA | July 28, 2026 This column exists for only one purpose: that is to answer your questions on Negro League baseball history. To that…
- Sports , Black History , Community
- July 26, 2026
- 18 minutes Read
The Road to Los Angeles: How Soul Country Music Star Is Showcasing the Next Generation of Black Country Artists
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | July 26, 2026 The stage in Atlanta will introduce only one new regional champion, but the story of Soul Country Music Star stretches…
- Black History , Community
- July 26, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Ask the Archivist: Obama Presidential Center Opens Door to Presidential Research Through New Public Program
The Obama Presidential Center’s new “Ask the Archivist” program gives visitors direct access to National Archives experts, expanding public engagement with the Obama Administration’s digital presidential records.
- Health , Politics
- July 24, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Warnock’s $35 Insulin Cap Bill Clears Senate Committee, Moves One Step Closer to Becoming Law
By Milton Kirby | Washington, D.C. | July 24, 2026 A bipartisan effort to make insulin more affordable for millions of Americans moved one step closer to becoming law this…
- Arts & Entertainment
- July 23, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
Black Writers Weekend Comes Home: Why Atlanta Will Host More Than a Literary Festival
Black Writers Weekend concludes its national tour in Atlanta with three days of storytelling, film, publishing, networking, and opportunities that extend far beyond books.
- Science & Technology
- July 21, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
Why Speed Feels Loud After a Certain Age
By Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D | Houston, TX | July 21, 2026 Speed is often treated as a universal good. Faster systems are praised as smarter. Quicker decisions are framed…
- Black History , Sports
- July 21, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 21, 2026 Last week, I discussed the recent 25th annual Jerry Malloy Negro League Research Conference that I attended last month. This…
- Science & Technology
- July 14, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
AI and the Public Good: Why Citizens Need a Clear Understanding
By Florita Bell Griffin | Houston, TX | July 14, 2026 rtificial intelligence is now entering public life at a depth that makes broad civic understanding necessary. For several years,…
- Health
- July 12, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
Six Blocks That Changed the Conversation About Lung Health
A walk through Philadelphia’s Mt. Airy neighborhood reveals personal stories of lung disease, caregiving and fear, showing why community conversations about screening matter.
- Black History , Sports
- July 9, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
WNBA Makes History as First Professional Sports League to Host Events at Obama Presidential Center
The WNBA will become the first professional sports league to host events at the Obama Presidential Center during 2026 All-Star Weekend, highlighting youth leadership, civic engagement, and community impact.
- Black History , Sports
- July 8, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 8, 2026 This week’s Shadow Ball focuses on my June 18-20 trip to Memphis for the 26th Society for American Baseball Research…
- Black History , Business & Finance , Community
- July 7, 2026
- 8 minutes Read
Unapologetically Influential
Atlanta’s most influential Black women in television, radio, print, and digital media reflected on leadership, legacy, and mentorship during the “Unapologetally Influential” panel discussion.
- Science & Technology
- July 7, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
The Real AI Revolution: How Technology Is Rewriting Daily Life
AI is no longer a distant technology. It’s quietly reshaping daily life—guiding choices, filtering information, influencing work, learning, shopping, and trust. The real revolution is happening in ordinary routines, not futuristic labs.
- Business & Finance , Health
- July 6, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Kaiser Permanente Expands ‘Building for Impact’ in Atlanta, Connecting Minority Contractors to Growing Healthcare Projects
Kaiser Permanente’s “Building for Impact” initiative is reshaping Georgia’s construction market, signaling major healthcare expansion and new opportunities. Industry leaders stress that strategic preparation, strong relationships, and operational excellence will determine which contractors are ready to compete as demand and investment accelerate across the region. themselves for long term success.
