Red Shoe Lunch Marks 16 Years of Sisterhood, Survival, and a Mission to Save Lives
Bottoms Brings Gubernatorial Message to Madison, Emphasizes Roots, Rural Healthcare, and Affordability
Robb Pitts Delivers 2026 State of the County: “We’ve Got It All”
The Power of One Word: Cynthia Williams and the Discipline of Language
Why Systems Mistake Compliance for Alignment
Change Feels Different When You Remember Before
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
Seven Visions for Georgia: Inside the Democratic Gubernatorial Field
15 Years Strong: Women of Color Honored in Brookhaven Celebration
Milton Kirby
Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D.
Ted Knorr
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I Pledge Allegiance – Not!
At Atlanta City Council, reflection on the Pledge of Allegiance revealed America’s unfulfilled promises of liberty and justice, systemic racism, and enduring struggles for Black equality
Exports, Tariffs, and Tradition, Pecan Farmers Seek Relief in Global Market
Georgia pecan farmers met with Senator Raphael Warnock to discuss tariffs, exports, and resilience as the state leads U.S. production and expands into global markets
DeKalb County, Urban League Launch Water Rate Assistance Program to Support Families
DeKalb County and the Urban League of Greater Atlanta launch WRAP, a water rate assistance program to help low-income families manage rising bills and protect access.
MARTA Escalator, Cleared by State, Back in Service at Vine City
MARTA reopens Vine City escalator after Beyoncé concert overload incident. Safety upgrades, inspections, and new crowd control measures aim to protect passengers during future stadium events.
North Metro Miracle League Gears Up for 21st Annual “No Limits” Golf Classic
The North Metro Miracle League’s 21st Annual “No Limits” Golf Classic returns September 29 to White Columns Country Club, raising funds for life-changing programs for individuals with disabilities
MARTA Appoints Jonathan Hunt Interim GM/CEO as Transit Prepares for World Cup
MARTA appoints Jonathan Hunt as interim GM/CEO, backed by a high-profile advisory group, to address service issues and advance transit projects before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brian Norman, Jr.: The Kid Next Door and World Champion
Undefeated WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr., the Decatur-born “Assassin II,” defends his title against Devin Haney in Saudi Arabia after a stunning Tokyo knockout win.
‘We Will Be Married Forever’ – Michelle Obama Admits 10 ‘Bad Years’ with Barack but Says Quitting Was Never an Option
Michelle Obama shut down divorce rumors, revealing that even a decade of marital struggle didn’t shake their bond: “We’ll be married forever—bad years and all.”
Bo Luxe Male Brings Luxury Organic Grooming to Black Men
Bo Luxe Male offers premium vegan skincare and hair care for Black men, using natural, plant-based ingredients to nourish textured hair, melanated skin, and boost overall well-being.
Goldmine of Opportunity and Inspiration: Black Writers Weekend Ignites Atlanta
Black Writers Weekend 2025 in Atlanta united authors, screenwriters, and creatives for panels, workshops, and mixers, inspiring storytelling, industry insight, and authentic connections across literature, film, and TV.
