Milton Kirby
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- September 5, 2026
- 9 minutes Read
Warnock, Wyden Open Senate Inquiry Into Possible Political Use of IRS Enforcement
Sens. Raphael Warnock and Ron Wyden opened an inquiry into reports that Trump administration officials may be influencing IRS enforcement against left-leaning nonprofit organizations.
Barn Raiser
- Politics , Business & Finance , Community
- September 5, 2026
- 13 minutes Read
Can a Black Veteran Farmer Win in Rural Georgia?
Shawn Harris’s grassroots campaign tests whether a Black Democrat can compete in deep red rural Georgia, leveraging biography, small dollar fundraising and growing support across northwest communities.
- Health , Science & Technology
- September 4, 2026
- 13 minutes Read
In the Bronx, Finding Cancer Early May Begin With Finding Each Other
Bronx residents and lung cancer survivor Colette Smith show why community trust, early detection and access matter ahead of a September cancer health conversation.
- Black History , Business & Finance , Community
- August 30, 2026
- 8 minutes Read
Beyond the Title: USBC Power 50 Celebrates Black Women Who Turn Influence Into Impact
The U.S. Black Chambers 2026 Power 50 Women of Influence honors Black women whose leadership, entrepreneurship and impact are shaping business and communities nationwide.
- Community , Business & Finance
- August 28, 2026
- 8 minutes Read
Atlanta, MARTA Reach $52 Million Settlement to End Years-Long More MARTA Dispute
Atlanta and MARTA reached a $52 million settlement ending their More MARTA funding dispute, shifting attention from competing audits to promised transit improvements.
- Health , Have You Seen
- August 25, 2026
- 16 minutes Read
One Small Card, One Big Question That Changed a Life
A lung cancer summit taught Jacqui and Donel King about biomarker testing, helping them
- Community , Business & Finance
- August 14, 2026
- 10 minutes Read
Jonathan Hunt Earns MARTA’s Top Job. Now Comes the Test of “Routine Excellence
MARTA names Jonathan Hunt permanent CEO after a national search, placing safety, transparency, accountability and his promise of “routine excellence” at center stage.
- Community , Arts & Entertainment
- August 12, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
BronzeLens Enters a New Era with Expanded Festival, New Leadership and a Focus on Building Black Cinema
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | August 12, 2026 For 16 years, the BronzeLens Film Festival has served as a cultural cornerstone for filmmakers of color, bringing together artists,…
- Community , Black History , Business & Finance
- August 8, 2026
- 18 minutes Read
When the Seasons Stop Making Sense: Climate Change Is Rewriting the Rules for Black Farmers
Black farmers across the South confront climate change, shifting growing seasons, drought, flooding and rising costs while fighting to protect land and livelihoods.
- 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.
- 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…
- 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 , 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.
- 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.
