Milton Kirby
- 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.
- Health
- July 4, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
A Celebration of Hope Inspires Birmingham’s Community Conversation on Lung Cancer
By Milton Kirby | Birmingham, AL | July 4, 2026 When Francina Morales rang the celebration bell at Birmingham’s Kirkland Clinic, the sound marked more than the end of her…
- Community
- June 23, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
Warnock’s Private Equity Housing Ban Clears Congress, Offering Working Families Long-Awaited Relief
Congress approves a housing package limiting large corporate purchases of single-family homes, a move supporters say could help working families achieve homeownership.
- Black History , Community , Education
- June 21, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
Hope Comes Home: Obama Presidential Center Opens on Chicago’s South Side
The Obama Presidential Center opens on Chicago’s South Side, combining community investment, civic engagement, education, and opportunity while reflecting Barack and Michelle Obama’s enduring legacy.
- Community , Business & Finance , Politics
- June 20, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
How a Town of 5,000 Stopped a 10,000-Bed Detention Center
Sen. Raphael Warnock celebrates the Trump administration’s decision to abandon planned ICE detention centers in Social Circle and Oakwood after months of local opposition.
- Health
- June 15, 2026
- 6 minutes Read
Part III – “From Awareness to Action”: Communities Confront Lung Cancer Together
The St. Louis Lung Cancer Screening to Treatment 2.0 symposium will connect residents with experts, survivors, and resources focused on early detection and care.
- Health
- June 9, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Part II – “Your Lungs Are Talking”: How the Respiratory System Works – and What It Tells Us
Learn how your lungs work, the early warning signs of lung cancer, and who should get screened. Understanding your respiratory system can save lives.
- Politics , Business & Finance , Community
- June 4, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Warnock Challenges Americans to Imagine What $70 Billion Could Buy Beyond Immigration Enforcement
Sen. Raphael Warnock is challenging Americans to consider what $70 billion could fund in education, housing, health care, and food assistance.
- Health
- June 2, 2026
- 7 minutes Read
Part I – “Anyone With Lungs”: Understanding the Hidden Realities of Lung Cancer
By Milton Kirby | St. Louis, MO | June 5, 2026 Series: Lungs, Lives, and Lessons — Part I Lung cancer is one of the deadliest diseases in America, yet…
- Community , Business & Finance , Sports
- May 31, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Global Grub Alley to Turn Walton Street Into a World Cup Food Haven
Atlanta’s Global Grub Alley turns Walton Street into a vibrant food truck corridor for FIFA World Cup 2026™, spotlighting local flavors and small business culture.
