Lee Elder: The Man Who Changed Golf Forever

July 14, 1934 – November 28, 2021 By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | July 14, 2025 On July 14, 1934, in the heart of segregated Dallas, Texas, a boy…

50 Stars, One Stage: HBCU Swingman Classic Kicks Off MLB All-Star Week

The 2025 HBCU Swingman Classic in Atlanta showcased 50 elite Black college baseball stars during MLB All-Star Week at Truist Park.

‘Pay attention’: Supreme Court justice gives dire warning about ‘state of our democracy’

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson urges Americans to “pay attention” amid growing concerns over democracy, referencing controversial Supreme Court rulings and unchecked executive power.

Black Writers Weekend Returns to Atlanta:  Where Stories Ignite and Voices Rise

Black Writers Weekend 2025 in Atlanta celebrates Black authors, screenwriters, and filmmakers with panels, pitch sessions, film screenings, and networking at Auburn Avenue Library.

Your Guide to Riding MARTA to See Beyoncé Live in Atlanta

MARTA adds extra service for Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour in Atlanta. Ride safely and skip traffic with direct access to Mercedes-Benz Stadium via rail.

Oscar-Qualifying BronzeLens Celebrates 16 Years of Elevating Stories by Creators of Color

Atlanta’s BronzeLens Film Festival returns August 20–24, 2025, showcasing nearly 100 films from 60 countries and honoring groundbreaking storytellers of color in cinema.

10 Steps to Building Lasting Wealth

By Rashonda Tate | July 5, 2025 When the conversation turns to freedom, it often stops at civil rights and voting power. However, true freedom includes financial liberation—the ability to…

60,000 Runners Take On the Heat in 56th AJC Peachtree 10K

Hellen Obiri and Patrick Kiprop win 2025 Peachtree Road Race as 60,000 runners celebrate July 4th in Atlanta’s iconic 10K under Code Yellow heat.

MARTA Expands Service for July 5 FIFA World Cup Match

MARTA offers expanded service, real-time tools, and direct access to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal in Atlanta.

Atlanta Pauses Construction for Fourth of July, Ramps Up FIFA World Cup Prep

Atlanta pauses construction for July 4 travel, while fast-tracking downtown upgrades ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 to improve roads, sidewalks, and connectivity.

From Expo to Finish Line: MARTA’s Got Your Ride

MARTA offers safe, early rail and shuttle service for the 56th AJC Peachtree Road Race. Let MARTA drive you to Atlanta’s biggest running event.

New Challenges, New Approaches: DeKalb County Strengthens Regional Ties and Invests in Community Growth

DeKalb County boosts regional collaboration, secures Memorial Drive redevelopment, invests in youth public safety, and delivers over $200 million in tax relief for homeowners in 2025.

Can We Go to the Zoo One Weekend?

By Richard Rose | July 1, 2025 In the 1950s and 60s in Memphis, Black residents still aspired to participate in city, county, and state leadership.  Jim Crow rules were…

UVA President Resigns to Protect Students, Jobs from Trump’s Threat of Cuts

UVA President Jim Ryan resigns amid Trump administration pressure over DEI policies, raising alarms about political interference in higher education leadership and academic freedom.

UVA President Resigns to Protect Students, Jobs from Trump’s Threat of Cuts

UVA President Jim Ryan resigns amid Trump administration pressure over DEI policies, raising alarms about political interference in higher education leadership and academic freedom.

Moderate NC Senator Thom Tillis Succumbs to Pressure from Trump

North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis won’t seek reelection in 2026 after Trump-backed threats, setting up a high-stakes GOP primary and Senate battleground showdown.