Howard University’s Path Forward: MacKenzie Scott’s $80 Million Gift Accelerates a Legacy of Excellence
Howard University receives a historic $80 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, strengthening its research leadership, medical innovation, and mission of truth, service, and opportunity.
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…
Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing Scores Major Win in NASCAR Antitrust Fight
A federal judge sides with Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing in its antitrust lawsuit, dismissing NASCAR’s “cartel” counterclaim and reshaping the sport’s power balance ahead of trial.
Shadow Ball: Learning More About Negro League History
Dear Shadow Ball: How many players have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, based on their play in the Negro Leagues? – Curious Curt,…
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.

Georgia Breaks Alabama Curse, Wins 2025 SEC Championship in Dominant 28–7 Victory
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Recy Taylor: The Abbeville Survivor Who Inspired Rosa Parks and a National Movement
Warnock, Ossoff Announce $300 Million to Close Georgia’s Digital Divide
The Life and Legacy of Rosa Parks: A Quiet “No” That Still Echoes
Utility Shutoffs Surge as Americans Hit Lowest Level of Happiness on Record
Fight for a Billion-Dollar Brand: Weavers Move to Halt Receiver’s Actions
MARTA rolls out Big Changes with New Fare System Upgrades
Turkey Pardons, Travel Jams, and Tradition: The Evolution of Thanksgiving
Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Names 2025 Champions After a Year of Grow and New Partnerships and a Powerful Legacy






















































































