Milton Kirby
- Education , Health
- April 15, 2025
- 8 minutes Read
U.S. measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in six states. Here’s what to know
U.S. measles cases have surpassed 700 in 2025, driven by outbreaks in Texas and other undervaccinated areas, with three deaths and CDC response efforts underway.
- Community , Politics
- April 14, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Boots on the Ground: CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Sets a Bold Pace in DeKalb County
DeKalb CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson leads with visibility, innovation, and fiscal discipline, transforming public safety, community engagement, and governance across the county.
- Community , Politics
- April 13, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Douglas County to Showcase Progress and Plans at 2025 State of the County Address
Douglas County will outline key achievements and 2025 development goals at its State of the County Address on April 16, hosted by the Council for Quality Growth.
- Community , Politics
- April 11, 2025
- 2 minutes Read
DeKalb Leaders to Highlight Animal Welfare Progress at “State of DeKalb Animals” Address
DeKalb’s “State of Animals” returns May 16, highlighting progress in shelter expansion, pet support, and humane care. Register at michellelongspears.com/SODA
- Politics , Community
- April 7, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
Latin American Immigrants Ordered to Self-Deport Face April 24th Deadline
Over 500,000 Latin American migrants face an April 24 deadline to self-deport after CHNV parole protections end under new Trump administration policy.
- Education
- April 6, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Speak Your Truth: Enter the 2025 Fighting Words Poetry Contest
The Fighting Words Poetry Contest invites K–12 students worldwide to respond to global issues through poetry. Cash prizes, publication, and impact await.
- Community , Politics
- April 6, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Barack Obama Shares Candid Revelation About Michelle Marriage Amid Divorce Rumors
Barack Obama candidly reflected on marriage struggles with Michelle, revealing efforts to reconnect after years of imbalance during his presidency and ongoing public life.
- Politics , Black History , Education , Science & Technology
- April 3, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Calvin Smyre Honored with Education Conference Center at Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine honors Calvin Smyre’s 51-year public service by dedicating the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center during its 50th anniversary.
- Health
- April 2, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Emory Experts to Offer Brain Health Tips at Alzheimer’s Forum
Join Emory experts at the 28th Brain Health Forum on April 29, 2025, to learn about memory loss, dementia, and healthy aging strategies.
- Politics , Health , Science & Technology
- April 2, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Big Job Cuts Hit the CDC, Causing Worry Across the Country
The Trump administration cut 2,400 CDC jobs as part of a wider HHS downsizing, raising fears about public health readiness amid disease outbreaks and staffing losses.
- Business & Finance , Community
- March 31, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
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.
- Community , Arts & Entertainment , Politics
- March 29, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Trump Orders Purge of Black History from Smithsonian, Targets African American Museum
The executive order is chillingly titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History.” It declares that the Smithsonian, once a symbol of “American excellence,” has become tainted by narratives that portray “American and Western values as inherently harmful and oppressive.”
- Community , Politics
- March 25, 2025
- 7 minutes Read
What Lies Beneath: The Drowned History of Lake Lanier
Revealing the hidden history of Lake Lanier, Georgia’s playground, where a thriving Black community named Oscarville was erased by racial terror and forced displacement, leaving a legacy of injustice and resilience.
- Black History , Community
- March 23, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen remembers struggle for recognition amid Trump’s DEI purge
Tuskegee Airmen Legacy Under Threat: Despite efforts to honor their memory, Black Air Force unit’s history is being erased under President Trump’s executive order, sparking bipartisan outrage and outrage from surviving airmen.
- Arts & Entertainment , Education , Health , Politics , Science & Technology
- March 23, 2025
- 18 minutes Read
Silent Strength: Extraordinary Women in the Margins of History
Learn about the remarkable stories of 20 trailblazing women who broke barriers in science, art, aviation, and more, shaping history and inspiring future generations with their courage and determination.
- Community
- March 18, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
A Five-Minute Walk to Recreation and Solitude
DeKalb County, Georgia, boasts 113 parks and 10 recreational centers, offering residents diverse opportunities for fitness, leisure, and cultural engagement, fostering a strong sense of community and well-being.
