Douglas County to Showcase Progress and Plans at 2025 State of the County Address
Douglas County will outline key achievements and 2025 development goals at its State of the County Address on April 16, hosted by the Council for Quality Growth.
DeKalb Leaders to Highlight Animal Welfare Progress at “State of DeKalb Animals” Address
DeKalb’s “State of Animals” returns May 16, highlighting progress in shelter expansion, pet support, and humane care. Register at michellelongspears.com/SODA
Latin American Immigrants Ordered to Self-Deport Face April 24th Deadline
Over 500,000 Latin American migrants face an April 24 deadline to self-deport after CHNV parole protections end under new Trump administration policy.
Speak Your Truth: Enter the 2025 Fighting Words Poetry Contest
The Fighting Words Poetry Contest invites K–12 students worldwide to respond to global issues through poetry. Cash prizes, publication, and impact await.
USA Today Columnist, Nicole Russell, said: “I’m Tired of Being Mocked and Hated Because I’m a Conservative Woman.” My Response: Try Being a Black Woman in America. I damn double dog dare you! | Opinion
Black woman’s response to conservative victimhood highlights systemic racism, historical injustice, and the enduring struggle for equality in America, from Jim Crow to MAGA.
Calvin Smyre Honored with Education Conference Center at Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine honors Calvin Smyre’s 51-year public service by dedicating the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center during its 50th anniversary.
Emory Experts to Offer Brain Health Tips at Alzheimer’s Forum
Join Emory experts at the 28th Brain Health Forum on April 29, 2025, to learn about memory loss, dementia, and healthy aging strategies.
Big Job Cuts Hit the CDC, Causing Worry Across the Country
The Trump administration cut 2,400 CDC jobs as part of a wider HHS downsizing, raising fears about public health readiness amid disease outbreaks and staffing losses.
Nikema Williams Steps Down as Georgia Democratic Party Chair After Pivotal Leadership Era
Nikema Williams steps down as Georgia Democratic Party chair after historic tenure, following vote to make the position full-time and paid.
I’m tired of being mocked and hated because I’m a conservative woman | Opinion
As a conservative woman living in Texas, I often feel like I’m living a dual reality. I’m a mom and a writer, but that’s not all. I go to church, laugh with friends and wave at my neighbors while we are walking our dogs
DEI Rollback Costs Target Billions and Loyalty
Target faces growing financial and reputational fallout, losing $12.4B in revenue, stock dropping $27, and facing lawsuits after reversing diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
Trump Orders Purge of Black History from Smithsonian, Targets African American Museum
The executive order is chillingly titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History.” It declares that the Smithsonian, once a symbol of “American excellence,” has become tainted by narratives that portray “American and Western values as inherently harmful and oppressive.”
Reflecting on What is Happening Before Our Eyes
Proudly Black and faith-filled, I’m committed to justice, truth, and honoring our legacy. We are powerful, resilient, and destined to lead—giants do fall!
Atlanta Jazz Festival 2025: A Free Memorial Day Celebration of Music, Art, and Culture
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at the Atlanta Jazz Festival 2025, a free, three-day outdoor event in Piedmont Park. Enjoy world-class jazz, visual art, and cultural experiences. Highlights include Robert Glasper, Baby Rose, and The Jazz Spot VIP area. Visit atljazzfest.com for the full lineup and event details.
Senate Votes to Overturn Overdraft Fee Cap, Undermining Key Consumer Protections
Senate repeals CFPB rule capping overdraft fees, blocking future reforms. Move favors big banks, harms low-income families, and undermines consumer protections championed by Senator Warnock.

DeKalb Small Business Summit Returns With Focus on Capital, Contracts and Growth
Atlanta Launches $500 No-Interest Rent Loan Program to Help Prevent Evictions
Can You Trust What You See? Deepfakes, Altered Images, and the New Reality of Digital Evidence
Twenty-Five Years After 9/11, Georgia Still Knows What Service Means
Is Your Phone Listening to You? What Really Happens When Ads Seem to Know Too Much
SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History
Warnock, Wyden Open Senate Inquiry Into Possible Political Use of IRS Enforcement
Can a Black Veteran Farmer Win in Rural Georgia?
In the Bronx, Finding Cancer Early May Begin With Finding Each Other
Valeria Howard Cunningham: From Preserving a Legacy to Building Her Own
What Happens to Your Information After You Type It Into an AI Chatbot?
Beyond the Title: USBC Power 50 Celebrates Black Women Who Turn Influence Into Impact
Atlanta, MARTA Reach $52 Million Settlement to End Years-Long More MARTA Dispute
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