Shadow Ball: Learning More About Negro League History

December 23, 2025 Dear Shadow Ball: What pitcher holds the Negro League record for most inning pitched? Mick Kolb, York, PA. Dear Mick:  My go to source for such questions…

The Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.660 Billion

The Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.660 billion as no winner emerges, fueling nationwide ticket sales and boosting Georgia Lottery education funding ahead of Monday’s drawing.

DeKalb County Launches Real Time Crime Center, Marking Major Shift Toward Technology-Driven Public Safety

DeKalb County launches a $2M Real Time Crime Center, combining drones, cameras, and analytics to improve response times, officer safety, and coordinated public safety efforts.

Another Ring for Michael Jordan — and a Quiet Bill NASCAR Didn’t Have to Pay

Michael Jordan’s NASCAR settlement delivered evergreen charters—but by settling, NASCAR avoided public scrutiny of how much revenue teams may still be shielded from.

The Billion-Dollar Settlement: How 23XI and Front Row Forced NASCAR’s Hand

NASCAR’s Dec. 11 settlement with 23XI and Front Row delivered evergreen charters, reshaped team power, and raised franchise values after a high-stakes antitrust trial.

From OutKast to Urban Renewal: The Civic Center and Atlanta’s Complicated Progress

The Atlanta Civic Center’s story spans fire, displacement, Broadway, OutKast, and redevelopment — revealing how culture, land, and power shaped one of Atlanta’s most iconic sites.

DeKalb Targets Illegal Tire Dumping With $250K Initiative

DeKalb County launches a $250,000 initiative to combat illegal tire dumping, removing over 37,000 tires and targeting major dump sites across neighborhoods and commercial corridors.

Bulldogs Rise: South Carolina State Completes Epic Comeback in Atlanta

By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | December 13, 2025 On a crisp December afternoon inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium, South Carolina State and Prairie View A&M delivered a game that will…

ARTIST PROFILE: Lisa Maydwell

Filmmaker Lisa Maydwell’s journey from classroom teacher to award-winning producer reflects resilience, purpose, and a mission to empower local artists and authentic Black storytelling nationwide.

Chit Chat Atlanta Tours Launches “Main Artery” Experience

By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | December 11, 2025 Peachtree Street has long been called Atlanta’s spine — a corridor where commerce, culture, and conflict have intersected for more…

23XI, NASCAR and Front Row Strike Deal to Strengthen Team Equity and Growth

NASCAR, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports reach a landmark settlement creating long-term stability, stronger team equity, and a unified path forward ahead of the 2026 season.

Black On Demand TV Builds a New Pipeline for Black Creators With Expanding Fall Lineup

Black On Demand TV expands its fall lineup with new creator-led shows, spotlighting a Black-owned streaming platform redefining access, mentorship, and distribution in entertainment.

MARTA Hosts Holiday Market & Customer Appreciation Event at Kensington Station

MARTA and Decide DeKalb host a festive Holiday Market and Customer Appreciation Event at Kensington Station with local vendors, free treats, crafts, music, and family-friendly activities.

184 Flags, One Community: Inside Your DeKalb Farmers Market’s World of Food

At Your DeKalb Farmers Market, 184 flags, global foods, and round-the-clock operations turn a Decatur grocery into Atlanta’s most beloved, affordable world market for families.

Shadow Ball: Learning More About Negro League History

Dear Shadow Ball: Which team was the best in the history of the Negro Leagues? Coach Al Davis, Rensselaer, NY. Dear Al: I will answer your inquiry from two perspectives…

Morehouse and Spelman Glee Clubs Deliver Three-Night Christmas Masterpiece

Morehouse and Spelman’s Glee Clubs delivered a powerful three-night Christmas concert series, blending tradition, harmony, and history in one of Atlanta’s most beloved holiday celebrations.