Farming Justice: John Boyd’s 35-Year Fight for Land, Legacy and Equality
The National Black Farmers Association’s 35th Conference in Birmingham honored John Boyd Jr.’s legacy, uniting farmers nationwide to reclaim land, legacy, and economic justice.
MacKenzie Scott: A Philanthropy of the Spirit in an Age of Abandonment
By Stacy M. Brown | Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent There are moments in history when a single act of generosity reveals the moral decay of an entire nation.…
MARTA Completes Garnett Station Platform Renovation
MARTA completes Garnett Station’s $5 million platform renovation, restoring full Red and Gold Line service and advancing its billion-dollar station modernization program across Atlanta.
MARTA Job Fair Set for Nov. 6 – Offering Competitive Pay and Benefits
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 28, 2025 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is opening its doors to job seekers this fall, with a large-scale hiring…
From Tokens to Tap-to-Pay: MARTA Unveils Better Breeze
MARTA launches the “Better Breeze” upgrade, a modern contactless fare collection system arriving by spring 2026, bringing faster gates, tap-to-pay options, and enhanced rider security.
WIC and SNAP Funds Halted: Shutdown Deepens Food Insecurity Crisis
Millions of low-income Americans could lose food assistance as SNAP benefits halt November 1 amid a prolonged government shutdown, leaving families and food banks bracing for crisis.
Just 83 Shy: Atlanta Seniors Nearly Break Guinness Record at Wellness Celebration
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 21, 2025 ATLANTA — On Saturday, October 18, hundreds of seniors filled the Wolf Creek Amphitheater for a joyful and determined attempt…
After a decades-long population boom, Atlanta’s growth is slowing down
Atlanta’s explosive growth is slowing after decades of expansion, as families move to surrounding suburbs for space and affordability while the city grows denser and pricier.
The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Empowers Families to Build Generational Stability Featuring Financial Expert Jini Thornton
The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated hosts “The Power of Our Legacy” on October 25, featuring Jini Thornton’s practical roadmap for financial clarity, organization, and generational wealth transfer.
















