TSJLouisiana Republicans Eliminate Elected Position Days Before Democrat was to Assume Office
Louisiana Republicans eliminate an elected clerk position days before Calvin Duncan takes office, raising concerns over voter disenfranchisement and judicial restructuring
Milton Kirby
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- May 2, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Insurance Reform Takes Center Stage as DeAndre Mathis Pushes Consumer-Focused Agenda in Georgia Race
Georgia Insurance Commissioner candidate pushes reforms to end credit-based premiums, strengthen consumer protections, and hold insurers accountable while promoting fairness and transparency statewide.
- Community
- May 1, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
MARTA, Regional Transit Riders Face May 2 Deadline to Switch to New Better Breeze System
MARTA riders must switch to the Better Breeze system by May 2 as new fare gates close, ending old cards and introducing tap-to-pay options.
- Sports , Health
- May 1, 2026
- 9 minutes Read
Inside the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo — Part 6
The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo expands its legacy of community care through a new partnership with Guardant Health, bringing life‑saving colorectal cancer screening and education directly to Black communities.
- Business & Finance , Community , Politics
- April 30, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Dickens Administration Expands Blight Tax to Revitalize Neighborhoods
Atlanta proposes stronger blight tax law, increasing penalties on neglected properties up to 25 times, aiming to revitalize neighborhoods and hold absentee property owners accountable.
- Community , Business & Finance , Politics
- April 23, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Downtown Atlanta Enterprise Zone Proposed to Leverage World Cup for Long-Term Growth
Atlanta proposes a Downtown Enterprise Zone to capture World Cup revenue, funding affordable housing and small businesses while accelerating long-term revitalization efforts in the city’s core.
- Community
- April 22, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
MARTA Riders Face May 2 Deadline to Switch to New ‘Better Breeze’ Fare System
MARTA riders must switch to the new Better Breeze fare system by May 2, 2026, as old Breeze cards and apps are phased out.
- Business & Finance , Education
- April 22, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Grambling State University to Welcome Fawn Weaver as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker
Grambling State University names Fawn Weaver as Spring 2026 commencement speaker, highlighting entrepreneurship, leadership, and the achievements of graduates across diverse academic programs.
- Politics , Community
- April 20, 2026
- 5 minutes Read
Whose Voices Carry in Georgia Politics? Examining Access Through Georgia’s Gubernatorial Forums”
Before Georgia’s gubernatorial forum, limited campaign access raises deeper questions about civic inclusion, political responsiveness, and whether all voices—not just the loudest—are heard.
- Community
- April 18, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
MARTA Launches First Phase of Rapid A-Line Bus Service, Marking Major Step in Atlanta Transit Expansion
MARTA launches Rapid A-Line, Atlanta’s first bus rapid transit route, connecting downtown to southside neighborhoods with faster service, dedicated lanes, and phased station improvements.
- Community , Health , Politics
- April 17, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Atlanta Marks Major Housing Milestone with Opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street
Atlanta celebrates opening of The Beacon at Cooper Street, marking 500 rapid housing units delivered to address homelessness through innovative modular construction and community partnerships.
- Community
- April 15, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
The Weight of a Life Taken Too Soon
A life taken too soon leaves a community grieving, questioning motive, seeking justice, and confronting the painful truth that no loss is ever just another headline.
Wear Your Health on Your Sleeve
“Smart devices now track heart rate, sleep, and glucose, turning everyday wear into powerful tools for health awareness, prevention, and community wellness.”
- Community , Arts & Entertainment , Black History
- April 7, 2026
- 3 minutes Read
Obama Presidential Center Announces Ticket Sales Ahead of Historic Opening
Obama Presidential Center announces 2026 ticket sales, offering immersive exhibits, free campus access, and historic experiences celebrating Barack and Michelle Obama’s legacy.
- Arts & Entertainment , Community , Sports
- April 6, 2026
- 8 minutes Read
Inside the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo — Part 5
Nathaniel “Mr. Bowleggs” Dansby’s Soul Country journey reclaims Black roots in country music, blending faith, legacy, and storytelling into a timeless cultural revival.
- Politics , Community
- April 5, 2026
- 4 minutes Read
Metro Leaders Urge Veto of HB 369, Call Bill “Targeted” and “Discriminatory”
Metro Atlanta leaders urge Governor Kemp to veto HB 369, warning the bill targets five counties, undermines voter clarity, and threatens local control.
