DeKalb Reimagined: CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Charts New Path Forward
DeKalb CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson outlines bold plans to improve public safety, infrastructure, economic inclusion, and homelessness in her 2025 State of the County Address.
How to Avoid Credit Card Late Fees After a Court Threw Out a Proposed Cap
By Cora Lewis | Associated Press | April 28, 2025 A Texas judge earlier this month threw out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees at $8. The Consumer Finance…
Sharpton Meets with Target CEO Over DEI Rollback
Rev. Al Sharpton met with Target CEO Brian Cornell to address the company’s DEI rollback, amid ongoing boycott efforts and activist concerns over corporate accountability.
Black Golfers, the Masters, and the Economic Power of Augusta National
The 2025 Masters highlighted golf’s evolving legacy—spotlighting Black pioneers, Augusta’s exclusivity, and a $140M economic impact—while diversity efforts continue to reshape the sport.
Romona Jackson Jones, Highlights Zero Debt and Unveils Bold Vision for Douglas County’s Future
Douglas County celebrated zero debt, $97M in grants, and Amazon’s $11B investment at a sold-out State of the County event in Douglasville.
DEI Rollback Costs Target Billions and Loyalty
Target faces growing financial and reputational fallout, losing $12.4B in revenue, stock dropping $27, and facing lawsuits after reversing diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
Senate Votes to Overturn Overdraft Fee Cap, Undermining Key Consumer Protections
Senate repeals CFPB rule capping overdraft fees, blocking future reforms. Move favors big banks, harms low-income families, and undermines consumer protections championed by Senator Warnock.
20 Million Predatory Loans Drained Over $2.4 Billion From Consumers
In 2022, predatory payday lenders drained $2.4B in fees from low-income, largely Black and Latino borrowers through high-interest, deceptive loans, Center for Responsible Lending report finds.
What Every Small Business Needs to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act
Small businesses must file beneficial ownership reports under the Corporate Transparency Act to combat financial crimes—though enforcement is paused as of March 2025.
EU beer and winemakers fear business will dry up under Trump’s tariffs
US President Trump’s tariffs threat sparks fear in Europe’s drinks industry, with wine and spirits producers warning of devastating impact on jobs and exports, potentially crippling key markets.
