Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Black History , Community
July 26, 2026
5 minutes Read

Ask the Archivist: Obama Presidential Center Opens Door to Presidential Research Through New Public Program

The Obama Presidential Center’s new “Ask the Archivist” program gives visitors direct access to National Archives experts, expanding public engagement with the Obama Administration’s digital presidential records.

Milton Kirby
Health , Politics
July 24, 2026
4 minutes Read

Warnock’s $35 Insulin Cap Bill Clears Senate Committee, Moves One Step Closer to Becoming Law

By Milton Kirby | Washington, D.C. | July 24, 2026 A bipartisan effort to make insulin more affordable for millions of Americans moved one step closer to becoming law this…

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment
July 23, 2026
7 minutes Read

Black Writers Weekend Comes Home: Why Atlanta Will Host More Than a Literary Festival

Black Writers Weekend concludes its national tour in Atlanta with three days of storytelling, film, publishing, networking, and opportunities that extend far beyond books.

Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D.
Science & Technology
July 21, 2026
6 minutes Read

Why Speed Feels Loud After a Certain Age

By Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D | Houston, TX | July 21, 2026 Speed is often treated as a universal good. Faster systems are praised as smarter. Quicker decisions are framed…

Ted Knorr
Black History , Sports
July 21, 2026
7 minutes Read

SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History

By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 21, 2026 Last week, I discussed the recent 25th annual Jerry Malloy Negro League Research Conference that I attended last month. This…

Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D.
Science & Technology
July 14, 2026
7 minutes Read

AI and the Public Good: Why Citizens Need a Clear Understanding

By Florita Bell Griffin | Houston, TX | July 14, 2026 rtificial intelligence is now entering public life at a depth that makes broad civic understanding necessary. For several years,…

Milton Kirby
Health
July 12, 2026
7 minutes Read

Six Blocks That Changed the Conversation About Lung Health

A walk through Philadelphia’s Mt. Airy neighborhood reveals personal stories of lung disease, caregiving and fear, showing why community conversations about screening matter.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Sports
July 9, 2026
5 minutes Read

WNBA Makes History as First Professional Sports League to Host Events at Obama Presidential Center

The WNBA will become the first professional sports league to host events at the Obama Presidential Center during 2026 All-Star Weekend, highlighting youth leadership, civic engagement, and community impact.

Ted Knorr
Black History , Sports
July 8, 2026
7 minutes Read

SHADOW BALL: Learning More About Negro League History

By Ted Knorr | Memphis, TN | July 8, 2026 This week’s Shadow Ball focuses on my June 18-20 trip to Memphis for the 26th Society for American Baseball Research…

Milton Kirby
Black History , Business & Finance , Community
July 7, 2026
8 minutes Read

Unapologetically Influential

Atlanta’s most influential Black women in television, radio, print, and digital media reflected on leadership, legacy, and mentorship during the “Unapologetally Influential” panel discussion.

Florita Bell Griffin, Ph.D.
Science & Technology
July 7, 2026
7 minutes Read

The Real AI Revolution: How Technology Is Rewriting Daily Life

AI is no longer a distant technology. It’s quietly reshaping daily life—guiding choices, filtering information, influencing work, learning, shopping, and trust. The real revolution is happening in ordinary routines, not futuristic labs.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Health
July 6, 2026
5 minutes Read

Kaiser Permanente Expands ‘Building for Impact’ in Atlanta, Connecting Minority Contractors to Growing Healthcare Projects

Kaiser Permanente’s “Building for Impact” initiative is reshaping Georgia’s construction market, signaling major healthcare expansion and new opportunities. Industry leaders stress that strategic preparation, strong relationships, and operational excellence will determine which contractors are ready to compete as demand and investment accelerate across the region. themselves for long term success.

TSJ
Opinions
July 6, 2026
3 minutes Read

America at 250: The Distance Between Promise and Practice

By Richard Rose, President of Communities United for Justice | Atlanta, GA | July 6, 2026 As much of America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, racial…

Milton Kirby
Sports
July 5, 2026
3 minutes Read

Dream Fall to Valkyries Despite Strong Individual Performances

Allisha Gray scored 22 points and Angel Reese posted her 14th double-double, but the Atlanta Dream fell 88-83 to the Golden State Valkyries on July 4.

Milton Kirby
Health
July 4, 2026
5 minutes Read

A Celebration of Hope Inspires Birmingham’s Community Conversation on Lung Cancer

By Milton Kirby | Birmingham, AL | July 4, 2026 When Francina Morales rang the celebration bell at Birmingham’s Kirkland Clinic, the sound marked more than the end of her…

TSJ
Opinions
June 25, 2026
6 minutes Read

Are African American Millennials and Gen Zers Too Busy Partying While Democracy Burns?

By Lola Renegade | Atlanta, GA | June 25, 2026 Too many Black Millennials and Gen Zers are partying, twerking, and shopping us back into slavery all while being distracted…