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Trump and Musk Watch: Race-Baiting and Rollbacks Threaten Black America
Photo: Getty Images This is Trump & Elon Watch: Black America’s Weekly Need-to-Know focuses on Trump administration race-baiting and rollbacks...
Photo: Getty Images This is Trump & Elon Watch: Black America’s Weekly Need-to-Know focuses on Trump administration race-baiting and rollbacks...
Photo Credit: Katerina Holmes/Pexels By Quintessa Williams This article regarding the dismantling of the Department of Education was originally published on...
March 19 1620— This week in Black history with Black history makers the first Black child born in America, William...
FEDERAL JOB CUTS under Trump threaten the Black middle class, disproportionately affecting Black employees across agencies. Credit: Aaron Kittredge/Pexels by...
As part of a statewide Lobby Day, legislators, impacted individuals, and advocates held a press conference to call out extreme...
The daughter of former Atlanta Mayor and Ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young has died, the family confirmed on...
The tariff wars affect everyone, especially the low income (TriceEdneyWire.com)—Because I lack a degree in psychology or pathology, I cannot...
March 15 @ 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm All the Way Live All the Way Live II Porter Sanford III Performing Arts &...
BDR Black is more than just a clothing line—it’s a movement centered around breaking fashion norms, providing versatile and stylish...
This Week In Black History March 12-18, 2025 MARCH 12 1773—This is the most probable date when Black explorer Jean...
H. J. Russell & Company (Russell), a leading provider of commercial construction, program management, and innovative engineering solutions, received the...
On March 1, the Rialto Theater in Atlanta, was filled with love, empowerment, and the spirit of abundance as Egypt...
Grammy Award-winning hip-hop pioneers Arrested Development return with a powerful new anthem, “All I See Is Melanin,” a celebration of...
Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts announced today that the County will prioritize hiring federal workers affected by recent job...
After more than a month of extensive searching into the disappearance of beloved Atlanta Westminister School techer and athletic coach,...
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.1 points in February to 100.7. This is the fourth consecutive month above the 51-year...
The Hip Hop Museum, slated to open its doors to the public in the summer of 2026, will be the...
The health of Georgia’s thriving community of Black-owned businesses is under threat. Georgia has over 120,000 Black-owned businesses operating in the state,...
“Celebrating Women of Color… DeKalb Women Speak” is an enriching Women’s History Month Celebration produced by Chit Chat Communications in...
Will provide hundreds of students with on-site admissions counseling, scholarships, mentoring, and employment opportunities Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is...
A mother whose two young children died last month after sleeping in a van the family was sheltering in has...
Flowers Communications Group (FCG), an award-winning integrated marketing communications firm with more than a 30-year track record of creating thoughtful,...
DeKalb County just made history! Speaking at the Georgia State Capitol, CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson announced the approval of a $4.27...
Celebrities and fans are paying tribute to Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, who was killed in a car crash on Saturday...
Photo: Getty Images Meta is cutting its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) team and rolling back its related programs. In...
Georgia Military College and NewDay USA are honored to welcome Deshauna Barber as the distinguished speaker for the first NewDay...
“Black Vote, Black Power,” a collaboration between Keith Boykin and Word In Black, examines the issues and what’s at stake for...
FEBRUARY 26 1920—Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) founds the first nationally organized celebration of Black American history (then called Negro...
by Aswad Walker Many African Americans have expressed worry about a potentially perilous four years under President Donald Trump. To that...
By: Ian Shaiyen, Morehouse College student The Atlanta Hawks recently hosted a fireside chat between Big Boi and Brigitte...
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared to mock Rep. Jasmine Crockett months after the Democrat delivered her viral “bleach blonde bad built butch body” comment. On...
Spelman and Morehouse College Students Named Douglass-O’Connell-Lewis Interns ATLANTA and BOSTON, February 19, 2025 —In recognition of what would have...
The Annual Atlanta Black Expo is a significant platform for highlighting and supporting Black-owned businesses and events curated by Black...
The office-to-apartment conversions pipeline is at a new all-time high of 70,700 units as of 2025. More than two-thirds (68%) of all future apartments retrofitted from...
By: James Miles, Morehouse College Student Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, and activist David Banner took center stage at State Farm Arena,...
Atlanta is in the midst of an economic boom: Thousands of people are moving to the city every year to...
The City of Atlanta, in partnership with Jon Stover & Associates, released a landmark study detailing the substantial economic impact...
Georgia families are facing growing threats as the Trump-Musk administration slashes critical public health jobs at the CDC and refuses...
The City of South Fulton County, located just 20 miles east of Atlanta is taking action against its beleaguered mayor,...
Morehouse College’s 37th annual A Candle in the Dark Gala was a historic evening of excellence, legacy, and Black philanthropy,...
Republican President Donald Trump did not win reelection in 2020. Trump claimed the Democrats stole the election, but his legal...
The showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans proved to be about more than sports...
The first eight days of Trump’s second term has caused confusion on several fronts. On Jan. 28, the White House...
Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock had a contentious exchange with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a Senate Finance Committee to gain...
ByTom Kemeny, The Conversation New data highlights an increasing wealth divide across the United States. pick-uppath/Getty Images by Tom Kemeny, University...
Tax season is here! The 2025 filing period officially kicked off on January 27 and ends on April 15, with...
The arts have always played a significant role in Wren T. Brown’s family legacy. Brown, the founder and producing artistic...
DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson recently hosted the final public meeting in a series of three to address water and...
Nicole Gillyard, an Atlanta-based Certified Public Accountant and finance expert, plans to open C-Park Business Hub in College Park, Georgia...
South Arts is pleased to announce the launch of a new grantmaking initiative, Cultural Sustainability, which will award approximately twelve organizations located among its...
By April Ryan “We are dealing with a vicious adversary,” according to Rev. Al Sharpton, the head of the National...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — HBCUs are two hundred year old institutions that are one of the largest segments of this nation...
Harry McAlpin made history in 1944. The journalist for the “Atlanta Daily World” became the first reporter to cover the...
The Week of Action centers 13 guiding principles and 4 demands of Black Lives Matter at School. From double dutch...
Contrary to popular belief, Black sci-fi writers – although a relatively rare breed – do exist. They are not aliens...
Morehouse College has unveiled the celebration of its 158th anniversary with its annual Founder’s Week commemoration activities, reflecting on the...
Keith Boykin This article originally published on Word In Black.I’ve watched several of the confirmation hearings for Trump’s cabinet nominees,...
What would the Super Bowl be without diversity? Imagine if Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts...
Ahead of Trump’s second term, the historic Black press can serve as a guiding light for practicing journalism in pursuit...
Atlanta’s acclaimed, annual science celebration explodes with more than 100 events taking place March 8-22 throughout metro Atlanta Atlanta Science...
As we enter 2025, small business owners are finding a silver lining amidst challenges. The latest JPMorgan Chase’s 2025 Business...
“This isn’t just about government programs—it’s about dismantling decades of progress toward equity, inclusion, and justice. We call on elected...
Leonard Corbin was a man of a thousand stories, but few words. It didn’t matter whether it was about iconic...
The Gentle Warriors Academy (GWA), the service delivery arm of Fathers Incorporated (FI), a not-for-profit working to build stronger families...
The 100 Black Men of DeKalb County will host their “State of the 100” President’s Inaugural Brunch on Friday, January...
In 2023 former attorney for Donald Trump agreed to a $148 settlement in a case which found that he defamed...
Contrary to popular belief, Black sci-fi writers – although a relatively rare breed – do exist. They are not aliens...
Opportunist and critics have not been shy about attacking Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and have attempted to blame her...
The Paces Foundation in partnership with Soho Housing Partners held a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 14 for Metropolitan Place Apartments....
by Amber Ogden When the name Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. comes up, it’s easy to picture him standing on...
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In her 306th and final press briefing, White House Press...
JANUARY 15 1908—Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first Black Greek letter sorority, is founded on the campus of Howard University in...
There’s a new BIATCH in town! BIATCH Tequila, by Boss Babes Brands Inc., a woman-owned company with an all-female C-Suite,...
In September 2024, BRP Companies and The Prusik Group revealed plans to redevelop Mall West End into One West End...
Photo: Getty Images NAACP President Derrick Johnson is urging President Joe Biden to deliver on “critical promises” before the end...
The Martin Luther King III Foundation and Legacy+ today announced “My Legacy,” a groundbreaking new iHeartPodcast series that will offer listeners...
Photo: Getty Images Tyler Perry is calling out insurance companies that canceled policies for thousands of homeowners ahead of the...
By The Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of...
Photo: Getty Images Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered for his contributions to the political careers of several Black women amid...
Photo: Getty Images Support is pouring in for the city of New Orleans after a terroristic attack on Bourbon Street...
Photo: Getty Images Today we remember the heroic actions of U.S. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman four years after he...
The black security fences are up again. National Guard troops are on standby. Law enforcement is prepared, leaving nothing to...
By Donald James, Senior Writer Gone, but not forgotten. The year 2024 witnessed the passing of many notable and extraordinary...
BO DIDDLEY DECEMBER 25 1760—The first poem written by a Black person and published in America is published on Christmas...
by Ebony JJ Curry Denise J. Lewis takes the helm as the new Chairperson of the UAW Retiree Medical Benefits...
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced sentences for 37 of 40 individuals on federal death row were commuted from execution to...
Tyler Perry proudly stands with members of the cast and crew of his latest film, “The Six Triple Eight,” starring...
In an era of inexplicable dwindling federal and state support for the invaluable urban treasures known as Historically Black Colleges...
Denzel Washington got baptized and became a minister during a live-streamed ceremony on Saturday (December 21). According to PEOPLE, Washington,...
Fulton County offices and facilities will be closed from Tuesday, December 24 through Friday, December 27. Offices will resume...
(NewsUSA) – As the new year approaches, many people will be setting financial resolutions with hopes of improving their financial...
The journey toward homeownership is fraught with challenges for many, but for Black Americans, systemic barriers often make the dream...
Fani Willis and her office has been disqualified from prosecuting Donald Trump and co-defendants over the alleged attempted steal of...
Photo: Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has tapped ex-NFL player turned Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker for an administration position....
Kevin Kelley is dedicated to making the world better. And that is not as much a cliché as it is...
B.E.S.T. (Business Engineering Science Technology) Academy will honor civic and community leader, the late Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., by renaming...
While some state officials maintain that the 2024 Election went on without a hitch, there were multiple bomb threats in...
Sponsored by JPMorganChase Homeownership has long been a symbol of the American dream. Our homes often represent far more than just...
Few stories are as gripping and notorious as the tale of Ruby McCollum and Dr. Clifford Leroy Adams Jr., a...
Insight Consulting Groups alongside the DeKalb County CEO Inaugural Steering Committee is proud to announce the Oath of Office ceremony...
Located in one of Atlanta’s oldest and most historic communities, Pittsburgh Yards is a burgeoning hotspot for local business development...
Usher returned to his hometown of Atlanta and unveiled a new content studio in partnership with the Boys & Girls...
Photo: Getty Images The third annual Democracy Forum kicks off today (December 5), with a powerful agenda focused on pluralism—the...
Nikki Giovanni (Photo Credit: Deborah Feingold) As a young girl growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nikki Giovanni would sit on...
Christmas decorations are everywhere, holiday music fills the air, and retailers are rolling out extended hours and irresistible sales to...
American Roads has appointed Regine Beauboeuf, PE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a new era for the company...
Mr. Vance will deliver a keynote address at the historically Black medical school’s Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises on December 13....
The Fort Mac Local Redevelopment Authority (Fort Mac LRA) expresses its deepest condolences to the family of Steve Mensch, the...
Atlanta City Council has appointed Antwan T. Lang, President and CEO of Atlantic South Group LLC and a respected Atlanta...
Russell is the only company in North America to serve as program managers, construction managers, and construction managers at risk...
Photo: Getty Images Fall is here, and fans of sweater weather, denim jackets, and homecoming couldn’t be more excited. To...
An Atlanta city council committee has accepted a report from the City of Atlanta Elected Official Compensation Commission which recommends...
Photo: Getty Images Walmart is reportedly rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies nationwide. On Monday (November 25),...
With growing bipartisan support and co-sponsors from across the political spectrum, the legislation represents a unifying effort to honor Chisholm’s...
By bawintern1 Cry Out 2024Source: Marcus Ingram / Getty During a virtual conversation on Sunday, Dec. 1, Bishop T.D....
As a student in historic College Park, Georgia, I dreamed of owning one of the beautiful buildings lining the streets...
The Pittsburgh neighborhood bordered by University Avenue, Pryor Street, Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard and Metropolitan Parkway is on track to...
Dr. Viola Lanier wants to encourage an increase in leisure reading in a comfortable settings. This weekend, the scientist and...
Lincoln Memorial Group, one of the largest family-owned cemetery companies in Georgia, is delighted to announce the appointment of Raymond...
CONCERT TO STREAM ON DEMAND The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) in partnership with Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta’s Historic Fourth Ward is pleased to...
Photo: Getty Images Pastor T.D. Jakes suffered an apparent medical emergency during Sunday’s (November 24) live-streamed service at his Dallas-based...
Fulton County Sheriff Pat LaBlatt as well as employees and inmates at Fulton County Jail aka Rice Street, will not...
With only two months to go until Donald trump takes office, Democrats are attempting to push through as many Biden-nominated...
The day after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping period of the year; for many brands, Black Friday is when they...
On November 20,2024 East Point Police were working an accident on I-285 SB in the number 1 lane (far left...
Endowed Professor and Director of the MSM Cardiovascular Research Institute will be honored during upcoming AHA Scientific Sessions Morehouse School...
Introducing Delivery Option for Seniors 60+ Through Amazon Delivery Service The Center Helping Obesity In Children End Successfully (C.H.O.I.C.E.S.),...
Rudy Giuliani has relinquished dozens of watches and a Mercedes once owned by movie star Lauren Bacall to two former Georgia...
Last week, Kamala Harris came up short in her bid to win the 2024 Presidential Election. However, there’s still a...
A gut punch for most defendants, Donald Trump turned his criminal conviction into a rallying cry. His supporters put “I’m Voting for...
Innovative initiative empowers young Black men to combat mental health stigma and save lives in their community The Spark Fund,...
An Atlanta city council committee has accepted a report from the City of Atlanta Elected Official Compensation Commission which recommends...
Spelman College has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) to establish the Spelman Strategic and...
Photo: Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose blanket tariffs on all imports and a 60 percent duty on...
(Sponsored by JPMorganChase) — Financial literacy is more important than ever. Because everything is digital, it’s easier to ignore the...
The Gathering Spot in Atlanta’s burgeoning center for innovation and free-thinking cottage industries recently hosted The Economic Freedom Talks, a...
By Ben Jealous Now in its final months, the Biden-Harris administration has a chance to cement its powerful legacy on...
Photo: Getty Images Democratic Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester is projected to become Delaware’s first Black woman senator, per NBC News....
Former president and current presidential candidate who attempted to disrupt the election process in Georgia following his 2020 loss in...
Photo: Getty Images Former Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker made an astonishing blunder while trying to introduce his longtime “friend”...
This post was originally published on Word In Black. By: Aziah Siid When the White House set aside $191 billion...
Quincy Jones, the legendary and arguably the most celebrated contemporary musical talent in decades has died at age 91.
Undoubtedly, the 2024 presidential election will be a contentious experience for candidates and voters alike. With only one day remaining...
This post was originally published on Word In Black. By: Reid Setzer Terminating the Department of Education is a clear...
ETHEL WATERS OCTOBER 30 1831—Minister and mystic Nat Turner, leader of the bloodiest slave revolt in U.S. history, is captured...
Just in time for Halloween, here’s a joke circulating on social media about a horror movie with an all-Black cast:...
The opening of the Center for Diversion & Services in downtown Atlanta is a joint initiative by Atlanta and Fulton County...
The Georgia Department of Public Health announced several changes to the process for obtaining Low THC Oil cards. These changes...
The Coca-Cola Company recently announced the launch of The World Is My Yard. The exclusive platform provides HBCU students with...
The Container Courtyard at Pittsburgh Yards ‘Plants’ Its First Consumer-Facing Business in the Heart of Southwest Atlanta’s Pittsburgh Community: PinkPothosTM...
Trump, the Republican nominee, took the stage at Madison Square Garden, delivering a closing pitch that unleashed xenophobic, racially charged...
Photo: Getty images Tyler Perry slammed former President Donald Trump during his speech at a campaign rally in Atlanta for Vice President Kamala Harris. On...
Sexyy Red, the unapologetically bold rapper known for her candid lyrics and daring persona, is making waves once again—this time...
Just a few weeks ahead of the 2024 presidential showdown, as political and celebrity heavyweights make clear their support for...
Photo: Getty Images Five men previously known as the “Central Park 5” who were wrongfully convicted of raping a jogger in...
Thelma Watershed Wair, one of the historical Little Rock Nine who integrated an Arkansas high school in 1957 amidst an angry...
Black America Web – The trial of Daniel Penny – the white, former Marine who killed Jordan Neely, and whose...
Funding will be used to hire clinical research staff, establish infrastructure, create customized training programs, and more Morehouse School of...
In a united effort to combat food insecurity among seniors, Atlanta Community Food Bank, whose mission is to fight hunger...
Photo: Getty Images As we enter the fall season, it’s important to recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This...
Daisy Alliance is excited to announce its 2024 Conference on a Nuclear Free World on October 19, 2024, 10:00am-4:00pm, at...
Photo: Getty Images Former President Jimmy Carter fulfilled one of his last wishes as he remains in hospice care at 100 years...
The potential of Donald Trump being elected President has yet to stop Fani Willis from her attempt to hold him...
The Campaign enlisted support from influential entrepreneur champions to rally business owners in key battleground states The Economic Freedom Talks are...
The Atlanta Hawks recently announced a new partnership with Kaiser Permanente Georgia to promote health and wellness. On Oct. 16,...
Georgia legislators are expressing relief over a judge’s decision to block the Republican-led hand-counted ballot rule which many worried would...
Painting of George Washington Williams addressing the Ohio State Legislature. Williams was the first African-American elected to the Ohio State...
Stan Gilliland/EPA/AAP by Adrian Beaumont, The University of Melbourne The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In...
The Associated Press Bath & Body Works is apologizing for selling a candle with packaging that some people said looked...
The NAACP launched a radio ad-buy in Georgia, as part of a nine-state campaign that continues a multiyear effort from...
There’s been a notion that Black men have been defecting away from their traditional Democratic voting habits and are now...
With their “Link Up the Vote” rolling rally car caravan on Sunday, Oct. 6, the Atlanta Cluster of the Links,...
Wanda Smith, the long-time radio host at V-103 and comedian, has passed at 59. On Oct. 13, V-103 released a...
COURIER EDITOR AND PUBLISHER ROD DOSS, IN THE MAYOR’S OFFICE, OCT. 3, 2024. (PHOTO BY ROB TAYLOR JR.) It’s hard...
Photo: Getty Images For the first time in Met Gala history, all the co-chairs for fashion’s biggest day will be...
A federal judge said Thursday that she won’t order the presidential battleground state of Georgia to reopen voter registration for November’s elections...
The NAACP launched a radio ad-buy in Georgia, as part of a nine-state campaign that continues a multiyear effort from...
Photo: Getty Images Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says she was again denied seating at another local restaurant over...
Psychiatric nurse practitioner Dr. Joanne McDougal Patterson is solving a problem for Atlantans in need of help for mental health...
The Atlanta Pride Parade will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at noon in Piedmont Park. The parade will be...
Photo: City Of Gary The FBI is partnering with local officials to investigate the disappearance of 13-year-old Black girl from Gary, Indiana, PEOPLE reports. Ja’Niyah...
Days after Fulton County Judge Robert McBurney struck down Georgia’s controversial six-week abortion ban, the Georgia State Supreme Court reinstated...
By Michael A. Grant (TriceEdneyWire.com) – Since being named as Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ running mate in early August,...
Photo: Getty Images A Florida A&M University student is struggling to re-establish a College Republicans chapter at the HBCU because she can’t...
Two Georgia district attorneys who promised criminal justice reforms are facing reelection races that will test whether progressive prosecutors in...
During a special called meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 2, Develop Fulton’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the intent to issue bonds...
Another person has died after being incarcerated at the Fulton County Jail. In the early morning hours of Oct. 4,...
The 33rd annual AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5k Run presented by AHF Pharmacy and Wells Fargo – originally scheduled for September...
The 2024 “October Surprise” came in the form of U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealing a motion that details Jack...
CARL STOKES OCTOBER 2 1800—Nat Turner is born on this day in South Hampton, Va. The spiritually inspired Turner would...
Photo: Getty Images Americans still have a chance to register to vote ahead of the 2024 elections in November. Some...
Photo: Getty Images John Amos has died at age 84. The famed actor — best known for his roles in Good...
The entrepreneurial spirit in Atlanta continues to thrive, thanks in large part to the Comcast RISE program, which aims to...
The Harris-Walz campaign launched an HBCU Homecoming Tour, kicking off at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) to mark the university’s 132nd Founders Day. Team Harris-Walz...
Michigan Chronicle to Present “Ruby” Musical in February 2025 Real Times Media, the parent company of the Michigan Chronicle, in...
Famous Amos, the beloved cookie brand founded by the late Wally Amos, is keeping his legacy alive by championing the...
SEPTEMBER 25 1861—The Secretary of the Navy authorizes the enlistment of free Blacks and slaves as Union sailors in a...
Estate planning is a concept that many people, particularly in communities of color, tend to overlook. However, as Attorney Amber...
Morehouse College has risen five places to rank No. 95 among Liberal Arts Colleges nationwide, according to the 2025 U.S....
Rapper T.I. and his wife, singer-songwriter Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris, have been awarded a whopping $71 million by a jury in...
Photo: Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris sat down with Oprah Winfrey for a wide-ranging interview during a rally that featured virtual appearances from...
Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is back from October 2-7, 2024, with a highly anticipated lineup of cutting-edge fashion, art, and culture....
The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm welcomed 6,000 volunteers to the award-winning State Farm Arena to pack more than one...
HBCUs have long been pillars of resilience and empowerment, fostering education, leadership, and economic mobility for Black Americans. In the...
Amber Nicole Thurman, a 28-year-old Black single mother and medical assistant from Georgia, tragically lost her life in August 2022...
Officers Include Vice Chair Kyle Lamont, Treasurer Mike Bodker, and Secretary Laura Kurlander-Nagel In a unanimous decision, former United States...
Vintage illustration shows a group of four Black men, possibly freedmen, ambushed by a posse of six armed Whites in...
Hired to build a dynamic and inclusive culture that empowers employees and supports business strategies Russell Family Enterprises, LLC, the umbrella...
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is cracking down on owners of blighted and dilapidated properties with the imposition of a new...
Converging Realities: Hammonds House Museum Collection exhibit and the new John Rhoden Sculpture Garden will open simultaneously on September 20....
In a move set to help redefine how small businesses in the U.S. adapt to the future of AI, Google.org,...
Stacy Brown, NNPA On Friday, September 13, the White House South Lawn transformed into a historic celebration of Black excellence,...
Gocha Hawkins is somewhat of an anomaly; she is both enigmatic and relatively guarded at the same time. The gourmet...
The Fearless Fund will end its grant program for Black women in business. On Sept. 11, Fearless Fund settled a...
Over the past five decades, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have faced a troubling trend: the steady decline of...
LL COOL J rocked the stage at the 2024 VMAs, delivering all the iconic hits from his decades-long career. On Wednesday...
Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr shared that Gov. Brian Kemp is not required to investigate the State Election Board and...
Photo: Getty Images James Earl Jones has died at age 93. According to Deadline, the renowned actor, who voiced Star Wars villain Darth Vader,...
I wore white almost daily as we approached the grand finale summer holiday. I spent Labor Day in Puerto Rico,...
This fall, EBONY, the iconic and beloved Black-owned media company, will be stomping the yard at Morehouse College for its...
Metro Atlanta is facing a housing crisis that is hitting its most vulnerable population, children, especially hard. As the city...
Rich Homie Quan has reportedly passed at the age of 33. Early reports claim that he died from a possible...
Black Information Network The four victims of the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia have been identified,...
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church is excited to announce a special Student Loan Workshop in collaboration with several esteemed federal...
Atlanta has taken the lead in yet another measure of a world-class city; the home to four major HBCUs has...
The Atlanta University Center Consortium Center for Excellence in Public and Government Service held its first A.T.I. Summer Leadership Training...
Atlanta Black Pride Weekend and Global Black Pride concluded by hosting the first-ever Global Black Pride in Atlanta, GA, impacting...
On this episode of The WIM Speaks Show, Tiffany Harris and Brandi Hawkins (Co-Founders of Harris Hawkins & Co.), joins...
Auntie Anne’s, the beloved destination of freshly baked, hand-rolled soft pretzels, is thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with football...
The Atlanta University Center Consortium Center for Excellence in Public and Government Service held its first A.T.I. Summer Leadership Training...
Watch as Detroit native and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison speaks with Real Times Media and breaks down what he...
The Atlanta metro area and South Georgia are two culturally different places that exists in the same state. Atlanta stands...
The Supreme Court decided against reinstating the Biden Administration’s latest plan to cancel student debt for millions of borrowers. Biden’s...
Emmett Till and Carolyn Bryant Donham AP; Gene Herrick/AP AUGUST 28 1955—The body of Emmett Till is recovered from the...
Watch Rep. Ayanna Pressley speak with Real Times Media and share her thoughts on Kamala Harris’ historic moment.
Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow holds up a Project 2025 book as she speaks during the 2024 Democratic National Convention...
Anthony O Kellum In a bold move to address the housing crisis and empower first-time homebuyers, Vice President Kamala Harris...
In 2020, Donald Trump received 137,240 votes in Fulton County, while Biden received 381,144. When Trump was proven to be...
Gwen McKinney As the Democratic Party convened the national convention in Chicago on August 19, the imprint of heroic warriors...
As the summer heat intensifies, so does the anticipation for one of the most momentous events of the year: Atlanta...
New American Funding (NAF) will be present at Invest Fest 2024, the premier national event focused on Black financial empowerment and entrepreneurialism, set...
Join host Danielle P. Jeter as she sits down with the multi-talented Keisha Chenelle, an actress, artist, and curvy model...
In a historic move, Benedict College has announced the extension of Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis’s contract, ensuring her tenure as...
Following last night’s back-to-back speeches from former first lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention,...
AUGUST 21 1831—The Nat Turner slave rebellion begins in Southampton, Va. It was the best organized and most deadly slave revolt in...
Georgia residents will not have access to the Affordable Care Act federal website. The state will now only offer plans...
by Black Information Network Former President Donald Trump believes he’s “entitled” to launch personal attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris. On Thursday (August 15),...
Teens from across the country can apply now for a chance to be among the 100 students selected for the...
The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) announced the 2024...
Western Union was in our rear view mirrors and Cash App looked like it was the solution for people trying...
The historic grounds of Spelman College buzzed with energy as the Class of 2028 began their collegiate journey during the...
Amid National Black Business Month and back-to-school season, there’s a significant movement underway with Traffic, Sales and Profit (TSP) that...
AUGUST 14 1862—President Abraham Lincoln (for the first time) meets with a group of prominent Blacks to discuss the Civil...
According to the 2021 U.S. Census Annual Business Survey, the most recent data available, metro Atlanta is home to 8,663...
The local organization, Fathers Incorporated, is playing a significant role in the Summit that has far-reaching impact The 2024 National...
In the heart of Clayton County, Georgia, an unexpected spectacle unfolded that gripped the local community and sparked widespread debate....
Blessings in a Backpack, the only national organization solely dedicated to feeding kids on the weekend, has appointed Tiffany Brown of...
By Howard Dean The drugmaker Teva Pharmaceuticals made history in June by launching the first-ever generic version of a GLP-1...
Anthony Edwards returns to Atlanta as an Olympic gold medalist. Edwards teamed up with NBA legends LeBron James, Steph Curry,...
Liz Courquet-Lesaulnier It’s no secret the Summer Olympics is blacker than the Winter Olympics. After all, it’s where a Black...
by Jaime Harrison Last week, Donald Trump once again showed the world what he truly is: racist, disrespectful, and unfit to...
Demonstrators protest the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., in August 2014. Joshua Lott/AFP/Getty Images by Seanna Leath,...
Renowned entrepreneur, CEO, and philanthropist Pinky Cole Hayes has added another impressive title to her resume: REVOLT’s inaugural Creative Visionary...
In a powerful move to honor the life of Ahmaud Arbery and to promote unity and safety in the running...
BLK, the leading dating and lifestyle app for the Black community, proudly announces its partnership with When We All Vote,...
Decide DeKalb the leading economic development organization in DeKalb County, proudly announces the inaugural DeKalb County Black Business Guide. The...
In a celebration of financial empowerment and wealth building, Melanin Money’s Annual Wealth Weekend recently concluded with the prestigious Melanin...
Grant is largest in school’s history and is part of a $600 million investment by Bloomberg Philanthropies in historically Black...
The West End Mall in Atlanta, once a bustling hub and a cornerstone of the city’s west side, is set...
As the summer heat rises, so does the anticipation for one of Atlanta’s most cherished culinary events—Black Restaurant Week. This...
THOMAS ‘HIT MAN’ HEARNS JULY 31 1874—Father Patrick Francis Healy becomes the first Black president of a major White university...
Venture capital is a powerful engine driving innovation and economic growth, but for Black businesses, especially those owned by Black...
n the shadow of the second anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, which overturned Roe v....
Last week, the Georgia education system was placed on the national scene after the state’s superintendent decided to cut funding...
The deputy who fatally shot Massey (pictured), 36, in Springfield, Illinois, faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder (Photo Credit: Fair...
With the 2024 Paris Olympics on the horizon, let’s turn our attention to some of the Black Olympians who are...
Appraisal bias, a significant yet often overlooked issue, is a form of discrimination in the home appraisal process that can...
The Democratic Party are making adjustments for its future after President Joe Biden decided to not seek re-election. Biden has...
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently alerted the public to a deadly listeria outbreak tied to...
DTLR retailers are big on community activations and giving back. On Saturday, July 13 the popular lifestyle retailer with over...
Creating an Onramp for Black and Brown People to Participate in the Burgeoning Clean Energy Sector by Cathy Nedd As...
The founding and final surviving member of the Four Tops – Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir – has died aged 88. The...
In a surprising yet increasingly common move, Microsoft has quietly dismantled its team dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)....
VP Kamala Harris has been endorsed by several key figures in the Democratic Party. On the day President Joe Biden...
The Sixth Annual Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival will include 40 films. Among these 40,18 films have been nominated...
The RECESS24: National Black and Brown Clean Energy Conference is pleased to announce that Shalanda H. Baker, a distinguished expert...
The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change recently hosted BE LOVE Day 2024, introducing an inspired new...
JULY 17 1794—Former slave and minister Richard Allen officially dedicated the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia, Pa. The...
“Family Feud,” the successful and long standing game show, has achieved a historic milestone by appointing Myeshia Mizuno as its...
A recent study led by Stanford Medicine scientists revealed how women of color are more prone to developing autoimmune disorders...
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change successfully held its third annual Be Love Day. This year’s...
Black Information Network A DEI expert suggested that former President Donald Trump might’ve increased his appeal to Black voters after...
The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, led by Fani Willis, is against the recusal of Chief Judge Ural Glanville from...
Coco Gauff, the celebrated tennis prodigy, has been named the first Chief Smoothie Officer for Naked Brand, inaugurating a unique,...
On Saturday, July 13 from 1-5 p.m., DTLR, a highly successful lifestyle retailer with over 250 stores in 21 states, is hosting...
Corporate branding strategist and media and marketing expert, Danielle Jeter was front and center at the Black Enterprise; ‘s Disruptor...
Walmart is now accepting applications for its 11th annual Open Call event, inviting small business owners and entrepreneurs from across the...
Fulton County voters could be hit with more changes ahead of the 2024 Election. The Georgia Election Board will consider...
The Black Republican from Florida has been desperately campaigning to be Trump’s running mate, and now he’s criticizing Black families....
Crime Stoppers Atlanta is offering up to a $2,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment of shooting...
The Atlanta Public Schools officials are expected to name a new school superintendent this Monday morning, July 8 to lead...
Black Information Network A GOP lawmaker is facing backlash after referring to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre as a...
The National Urban League will presents the 5th Annual Women in Harmony Awards Luncheon. Taking place tofay in New Orleans, the red carpet...
A groundbreaking initiative is set to unfold this August as Black, Afro, and Indigenous representatives from nations, tribes, clans, governments,...
John A. Cummings, founder of DTR 360 Books, LLC, is proud to announce the relaunch of the DTR 360 Podcast...
The last time President Joe Biden and Donald Trump faced-off in the 2020 election, Atlanta became a key figure in...
The Heights Movement Continues Advocacy Efforts to Relocate Cincinnati Police Department Gun Range from Lincoln Heights by Danielle Jeter Carlton...
The Athlete’s Foot (TAF) recently hosted a spectacular event to celebrate the next generation of HBCU basketball stars. The HBCU...
Clark Atlanta University congratulates Dr. Jenny Jones, Ph.D., MSW, on being elected to serve as the Chair-elect to the of...
On June 29, the Poor People’s Campaign and a growing coalition of impacted people and organizations, will co-host the “Mass...
The Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys was honored with the prestigious President’s Cup, as well as the Award of...
Dr. William “Bill” Pickard – entrepreneur, philanthropist, education advocate, business titan, mentor, and visionary – passed away peacefully Wednesday, June...
The festival will showcase films addressing immigration, race, gender identity, to foster meaningful dialogue and drive social change — Morehouse...
Lorraine Cochran-Johnson’s desire to provoke change has led her to the cusp of making history. If elected on June 18,...
The National Civil Rights Museum is deeply saddened by the passing of civil rights philosopher and strategist, Rev. James M....
Young people are struggling with mental health issues at an unprecedented rate. Coupled with the protracted years of war, school...
The future of DEI programs could be in jeopardy after an Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals halted the Fearless Fund’s...
Police violence is at the root of Pride Month, just as it is at the foundation of the Black Lives...
Hosting discussions about impacts of parental incarceration and the power of youth-led advocacy Daughters Beyond Incarceration, a Louisiana non-profit championing...
JUNE 5 1872—The Republican Party National Convention takes place in Philadelphia with substantial representation from former Black slaves. At least three...
The case, Alexander v. South Carolina State Conference of the N.A.A.C.P., No. 22-807, presented a complex challenge of distinguishing the...
$16.4 million renovation preserves affordable housing for older adults National Church Residences hosted a ribbon-cutting for the grand reopening of...
Due to the disruption of water service impacting much of the City of Atlanta, several Fulton County Board of Health...
PEPSI® Dig In Taps Slutty Vegan’s Pinky Cole Hayes as Ambassador To Uncover the Nation’s Best Black-Owned Restaurants and Reward...
Chan’tele Rountree, a celebrated dancer, dreamer, and champion for youth, is the founder of The D.R.E.A.M. Center, a youth-focused arts...
Registration is now open for the RECESS24 National Black and Brown Clean Energy Conference, scheduled to take place from September...
Real estate investors are playing a role in driving up home prices in Atlanta. In 2024 alone, investors have bought...
In a landmark ruling, a federal judge has granted the family of Henrietta Lacks the right to continue their lawsuit...
Derrick Hayes, the visionary founder and CEO of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks, has announced a landmark four-year agreement to open a...
DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, Super District 7 is heralded for her positive initiatives in economic development, education, public safety...
Following Tuesday’s election primaries, several counties in the Atlanta metropolitan area will hold runoff elections on June 18 to determine...
Cemeteries have long been a place of mystery and intrigue, with their rows upon rows of headstones and carefully tended...
Consortium advances future-focused workforce opportunities, unlocks cyber career pathways PROPEL, a first-of-its-kind innovation hub for 2-year and 4-year Historically Black...
Today, H. J. Russell & Company (Russell) announced the promotion of Bryant Sharpe from Senior Preconstruction Manager to Director of...
Hammonds House Museum is pleased to announce that it has been chosen by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)...
Photo: Getty Images Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R) launched a personal attack against Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D), sparking chaos during a House Oversight Committee...
Photo: Getty Images The Senate is considering a bipartisan bill that would give Black Wall Street national monument status, ABC...
Madison Crowell, an 18-year-old from Hinesville, Georgia, is set to embark on her college journey this fall at High Point University in...
You’re invited to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the life and works of Sam Middleton, a pioneering mixed-media artist...
Few agencies are as adept at developing strategies for social change as the Annie Casey Foundation and even fewer are...
Photo: Getty Images A special awards ceremony in Tampa, Florida saw nearly 100 Black male students dressed as kings to...
Internationally acclaimed drummer John “Lil’ John” Roberts is on board to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of famed radio station...
Community celebration and health fair at College Park Regional Health Center The staff of the Fulton County Board of Health’s...
A delegation of business leaders and government representatives recently led a week-long economic development tour to Korea with plans to...
As an organization dedicated to women in Atlanta, we study to address and affect educational needs of and opportunities for women, social...
According to recent data, around a quarter of renters, equivalent to roughly 12 million households, are spending more than half...
Photo: GoFundMe A college student’s viral journey with helping a D.C. homeless man “transform his life” has seemingly come to...
Quavo teamed up with restaurateurs Vincent and Kelan Watson, best known for Sovereign Sweets, for Atlanta’s newest restaurant and sports bar,...
Photo: Getty Images A Democratic lawmaker has suggested Black Americans be exempt from paying taxes as a form of reparations. During...
Music industry powerhouse Mali Wilson who some call the “most well known unknown” in music is famous among A-list artists...
Black women entrepreneurs have a significant opportunity to secure much-needed funding through Block Advisors By H&R Block. For the first...
The national Black Lives Matter organization filed a lawsuit in California Superior Court in Los Angeles County, alleging that a...
Donald Trump and his co-defendants received a major break after the Georgia Court Of Appeals decided to hear an appeal...
The recently released 2024 State of Black Business report, sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs in America....
newsusa- Ongoing professional development for teachers is essential to meet the changing needs of today’s students, experts say, and further...
Kevin Keatts, the men’s basketball coach at North Carolina State University, and Alfred Jordan, the men’s basketball coach at Clark...
Update: Ole Miss students who launched verbal attacks against and Black woman counter-protestor and were removed from the fraternity Phi...
Councilwoman Carmalitha Gumbs of South Fulton recently organized the Couture and Compassion Fashion Show, a creative event aimed at raising...
Black-Owned Town Named Freedom Could Be Reality TV Series A group of 19 African American families bought a 98-acre tract...
Pinky Cole, renowned entrepreneur, 2023 TIME 100 Next honoree, and founder of Slutty Vegan and Bar Vegan, gave an inspiring...
Youth Apprenticeship Week, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Labor, features a range of events and speakers at venues...
Hollywood’s failure to engage with diverse audiences has proven to be a costly mistake. Over the last four years, McKinsey...
Our Revolution, MPower Change Action, Gen-Z for Change, and IfNotNow Movement join more than 215 progressive and human rights organizations,...
Fani Willis faced criticism for skipping a debate against her challenger, Christian Wise Smith, for the Fulton County District Attorney...
The Council for Quality Growth, in partnership with DeKalb County Government and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, will host the...
Vice President Kamala Harris made a significant appearance in Atlanta on April 29, kicking off her Economic Opportunity Tour. During...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a major stride towards reshaping the landscape of labor agreements in the United...
Former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence didn’t stop to rest on her laurels and bask in her accomplishments after leaving office...
Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Greenwood Initiative is a pioneering philanthropic endeavor aimed at accelerating wealth accumulation for Black individuals and families while addressing systemic...
By Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Contributor Rep. Summer Lee (D-PA), who was formally targeted for defeat by the American...
Written by Stacy M. Brown Merchant said she initially joined the Coast Guard with the intention of financing her medical school...
A deeply telling new book sheds light on the systemic injustice that has plagued Black Americans for generations. Authored by...
Terra Morehead, a former prosecutor who helped frame an innocent Black man for a murder he didn’t commit, has agreed to...
Earlier this week Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, amid protest from a number of school officials, signed into law a school...
On a night where just 13 NFL prospects showed up to attend the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, the pre-show...
APRIL 24 1867—The first national meeting of the Ku Klux Klan is held at the Maxwell House in Nashville, Tenn. The White...
This post was originally published on Word In Black. By: Ariyana Griffin Spelman College has found a way to bridge the gap between...
Leading financial expert Gail Perry-Mason is the senior director of investments at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. But her storied 30-year...
Color Vision, the pioneering woman-led empowerment organization founded by Mia Davis in 2017, hosted their highly anticipated “The Creator’s Luncheon”...
South Carolina Senator Tim Scott (R) is comparing former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial to racial discrimination Black people...
NBA legend Chris Webber recently released his new memoir “By God’s Grace.” In an exclusive interview with Real Times Media,...
by Hunter Gilmore Within the ride sharing industry, one company stands out for its commitment to safety, equity, and inclusivity...
Atlanta taxpayers hoping to find out where their tax refunds are endured staggeringly long lines at a downtown IRS office...
by Tacuma Roeback Three months after being formally appointed as CEO of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH, Pastor Frederick Haynes...
On April 15, District 8 Atlanta City Council Member Mary Norwood introduced legislation to create a Transportation Task Force to...
“DeKalb Matters” provides CEO candidates a platform to share their vision for the county DeKalb County voters are urged to...
Real Times Media’s Who’s Who In Black series frequently features women who continue to impact the culture through a myriad...
The National Alliance for Black Business ™ (2022), co-founded by The National Business League ® (1900), National Black Chamber of...
The artist’s first digital release – curated by Samsung in collaboration with Artestar and the estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat –...
The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) presented NBA Hall of Famer, Fab Five member, and philanthropist, Chris Webber,...
As graduation season approaches for many, the idea of post-graduation depression looms closely behind. The day we toss our caps...
Roslyn Ellerbee, a prominent Black woman entrepreneur based in Atlanta who is the owner of three successful businesses, has been...
One of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country, the Atlanta Jazz Festival is an annual celebration of culture,...
Photo: Getty Images A Black man who became the first-ever recipient of a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has been discharged from the hospital....
By Hunter Gilmore In a bold and empowering move to support the next generation of thought leaders and change-makers, PUMA,...
Dr. Joseph Fowler Jr. and Brandon K. Williams are on a mission to empower the Black community when it comes to overall...
Renowned restaurateur Tasha Cyril of The Tasha Belle Group recently unveiled her latest culinary venture, J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen and Bar....
MARIAN ANDERSON APRIL 3 1930—Ras Tafari is proclaimed Emperor of Ethiopia—one of the only African nations to successfully resist European colonization....
Atlanta stands as the No. 1 city in America to start a business. According to new report by Home Bay,...
by Hunter Gilmore In a groundbreaking initiative to address the racial wealth gap, Microsoft Philanthropy tech specialist, Darrell Booker, alongside...
by Hunter Gilmore Waffle House recently came under fire as employees have raised concerns over the company’s meal credit policy....
The American Red Cross is emphasizing the unique role Black blood donors play in the medical treatment of those living...
This post was originally published on Word In Black. By: Jennifer Porter Gore Ethan B. had his first cigarette at...
The Chief Purpose and DEI Officer shares his lifelong fight for equity and addressing disparities. Kwasi Mitchell became Deloitte’s first...
by Dr. Anthony O. Kellum In the pursuit of homeownership, Black Americans face systemic barriers that impede their progress at...
Rice broke barriers as the first woman leader at two HBCU medical schools, and she’s committed to health equity and...
Roger G. Arrieux Jr. NY office managing partner, Deloitte LLP, offers a glimpse of what DEI looks like when it...
The nation’s largest African American-led mentoring organization, 100 Black Men of America, Inc., announced today the launch of its “Real Men Vote” campaign...
Alabama took a step backward after Gov. Kay Ivey signed a sweeping bill that bans state funds for diversity, equity...
Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, and Detroit return to the 2024 programming schedule. Real Times Media’s, Who’s Who In Black, the premier...
This $418 million settlement, expected to go into effect by July pending judicial approval, marks a significant shift in loosening...
By Johnnie Turnage My name is Johnnie Turnage. Less than a year ago, I founded Black Tech Saturdays with my...
Photo: Getty Images Only one Black person made Forbes’ list of the highest-paid actors of 2023. Forbes released its annual highest-paid actors’ list...
Charles Walker, founder and CEO of Friends of the Movement (FotM) Global, recently created a tool that will hold corporate...
MARCH 20 1852—The leading Black nationalist of the 1800s Martin R. Delany publishes his manifesto entitled “The Condition, Elevation, Emigration...
Just two days after Judge Scott McAfee issued a ruling in the misconduct hearing involving Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis,...
Lil Jon Roberts and The Senators with special guests This year WCLK Jazz 91.9 FM celebrates its golden 50th anniversary!...
Photo: Getty Images The Flint Water Crisis has led to an increased number of children with special needs and poor...
The Gathering Spot’s (TGS) 8th anniversary Gather Weekend celebration, co-founders Ryan Wilson and TK Petersen announced significant expansions to their influential...
The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards get better with each passing year, and the 2024 show hosted by multi-talented actress...
Judge Scott McAfee ruled in the misconduct hearing involving District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade. McAfee wrote...
Photo by Alex Slitz / POOL / AFP) (Photo by ALEX SLITZ/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) by Hiram Jackson Fulton County...
MARCH 13 1794—Eli Whitney patents the cotton gin—a device that made cotton production much more profitable by more efficiently separating the...
Comedian Chis Tucker, widely known for his roles in Rush Hour is not only playing a copy in the movies,...
Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, and Detroit return to the 2024 programming schedule. Real Times Media’s, Who’s Who In Black, the premier...
Georgia Small Businesses Spectrum International Group LLC and Unified Defense | Prince Service & Manufacturing to be Honored at National...
On the latest episode of The Sharon Reed Show, Sharon goes one-on-one with Judge Greg Mathis. In this new podcast,...
Photo: Grace Cary / Moment / Getty Images Bold squatters are taking advantage of laws and policies to rent out...
Photo: LightRocket Black Information Network A daytime television drama with a predominantly-Black cast is currently in development, and it could...
In more than 20 years of partnership, the fraternity has raised more than $3M to advance ongoing research and treatment...
President Obama to visit Chicago for a first look at a demo of the ‘Power of Words’ – a digital...
An appeals court has ordered a venture capital fund dedicated to providing capital to Black women business owners to cease...
In December, the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) made its mark at the Walt Disney World resort. For a...
City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Atlanta History Center, Out of Hand, and Equitable Dinners partner with Villa...
Throughout Black History Month and beyond, the role African Americans have played and continue to play throughout history was recognized...
This morning, surrounded by friends and family, DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson officially qualified for the race to succeed Michael...
by Bria Overs Young voters, who are mostly left out of President Biden’s loan forgiveness efforts, want reform to help...
Photo: Getty Images The contributions of Black women who identify as LGBTQ+ are countless, and their sacrifices and relentless efforts...
Atlanta, Georgia-based Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs is one of many Community Development Financial Institutions to which The Episcopal Church...
by Ny MaGee A prominent megachurch pastor has asserted that Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was “not a Christian at all.” John...
Ebenezer Baptist Church on March 3, 2024. (Credit: EbenezerATL) Ebenezer Baptist Church – a symbol of the civil rights movement...
Nate Delesline III The master of business administration (MBA) has become one of the most popular and prestigious graduate degrees....
Dr. Anthony O. Kellum In our ongoing quest to address the disheartening homeownership rate of 44 percent, it becomes imperative...
The rate of children finding guns and hurting themselves or others is on the rise throughout Georgia, according to a...
Precious Lovell and Jonathan Michael Square to Discuss Textile Design, Fashion and Social Change at Hammonds House Museum on March...
Photo: Morgyn Wood Last week, the Biden administration hosted a group of students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities at...
As Atlanta’s unhoused population continues to rise, and temperatures threaten to return to below freezing following a winter weather surge...
Clarence Thomas Where is the Justice? U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas never ceases to amaze us with his disdain...
On Tuesday, February 27, following a ruling from Judge Scott McAfee forcing Nathan Wade’s divorce attorney to testify about Wade’s...
Photo: Arseniy45 / iStock / Getty Images School’s in session! With Black history books being systematically removed from library shelves,...
One of the nation’s most distinguished leaders in the world of finance, Raymond J. McGuire recently took the stage at...
By Ebony JJ Curry From early on, Black individuals often learn to adjust how they show their feelings due to...
by Damon Carr I recently received an inbox message from a tax client and soon-to-be financial planning client of mine:...
GARRETT A. MORGAN FEBRUARY 28 1708—One of the first recorded slave revolts in American history takes place on Newton, Long Island...
Photo: Getty Images Don Lemon and CNN have reportedly reached an agreement following his firing last year. According to TheWrap, the former CNN...
On Tuesday, February 27, following a ruling from Judge Scott McAfee forcing Nathan Wade’s divorce attorney to testify about Wade’s...
During a fireside chat at the Automotive Press Association with CNBC reporter and APA president Michael Wayland, GM chair and...
Historically marginalized in top-tier executive roles, Black individuals are now making significant strides, breaking through barriers and reshaping the narrative...
Black history continues to be woven throughout pop culture. From Beyoncé’s record-breaking Grammy wins to Simone Biles becoming one of...
The quest for authenticity in portraying Bob Marley’s life meant assembling a team that “respected the culture, ensuring a collective...
Photo: Getty Images A judge has ruled that a Black student’s suspension over his locs hairstyle doesn’t violate the CROWN Act. On...
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority announces the hiring of two government relations professionals who will join the Office of...
According to the 2021 U.S. Census Annual Business Survey, the most recent data available, metro Atlanta is home to 8,663...
FEBRUARY 21 1933—Song stylist and activist Nina Simone is born Eunice Waymon in Tryon, N.C. She was a child prodigy...
District Attorney Fani Willis has found an ally in Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. Last week, Dickens appeared in court at...
Photo: Getty Images A bill that would prevent the removal of Confederate statues is making its way through the Florida...
Photo: Getty Images A New Jersey woman visited over 90 HBCUs across the country to show high school students everything...
Cincinnati officials have settled a lawsuit filed by a group of Black residents who alleged the city intentionally favored white...
The misconduct hearing involving District Attorney Fani Willis had another intriguing moment. During the final day of testimony, Willis’ father...
The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), the largest center in the world dedicated to growing, scaling, and developing Black...
by Anthony O. Kellum Purchasing a home is a huge deal for most people. Not much is more satisfying than...
Georgia voters will get an opportunity to vote early today for the presidential primary which will determine which candidates will...
Five of the nation’s brightest and most distinguished men in their respective fields took the stage at Bank of America...
Ethel Abrahams, an African American woman from Atlanta, Georgia, recently turned 107 years old and is surrounded by love and...
City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Atlanta History Center, Out of Hand, and Equitable Dinners partner with Villa...
MARIAN ANDERSON FEBRUARY 14 1760—The great religious leader Richard Allen is born in slavery in Philadelphia. After being required to sit in...
Donald Trump plans to attend Fani Willis’ hearing on Thursday, Feb. 15 in Atlanta. This will be Trump’s first visit to...
Killer Mike may be smarter than your average rapper. On Monday, Feb. 12 the rapper and now three-time Grammy winner...
Following Usher’s awe-inspiring Super Bowl Halftime Show, a Georgia lawmaker has introduced a bill that would create the Georgia Statewide...
Family, friends and Ebenezer Baptist Church congregants held a special Candlelight service on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, to mark the...
It wasn’t easy to do, but I turned Vegas into Atlanta,” Usher revealed while in Las Vegas for his highly-anticipated...
First lady Dr. Jill Biden served as keynote speaker at Morehouse School of Medicine’s Women with Heart luncheon. Held at...
Photo: Getty Images Mo’Nique is giving her take on viral comments made by Taraji P. Henson about the pay disparities...
Just months after being found guilty of second-degree harassment and third-degree misdemeanor assault of ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari in a March...
According to a survey released Thursday by the Pew Research Center, regardless of income, a majority of Black Americans feel...
There are strong connections between money and happiness. To understand how happy the Black community is, we must look at...
On Monday, the Atlanta city council adopted new rules to move forward with the referendum process, allowing the public to...
On Sunday, Michelle Obama won her second Grammy Award, triumphing over strong competition in the storytelling category. At this year’s...
Atlanta is renowned for its vibrant and diverse artistic community, boasting a wealth of talent ranging from recording artists, film/tv...
Celebrity menswear designer Miguel Wilson announced that he is partnering with 100 Black Men of Atlanta and 100 Black Men...
This post was originally published on Word in Black By: Joseph Williams Last month, when New York announced the state would spend...
Photo: Getty Images Jay-Z got candid about his thoughts on the Recording Academy during his acceptance speech at the 2024...
In a groundbreaking and what to many may seem an unlikely new collaboration, the African American Film Critics Association will...
Photo: Getty Images The family of Johnny Hollman Sr., a 62-year-old deacon who died after being tased by an Atlanta...
Photo: Getty Images An Atlanta woman has gone viral after sharing a video of her catching her husband and his...
Killer Mike was arrested at the Crypto Arena on a night where he won three Grammy Awards. Shortly after his...
Photo: Getty Images Fantasia had a powerful message for a young interviewer who revealed she ‘lost her faith’ because of...
Former HUD Secretary Ben Carson who disappeared into obscurity following his term in the Trump administration is back and as...
Photo: Getty Images Memphis officials have released roughly 21 hours of new video and audio from the night of Tyre Nichol’s fatal beating....
The resignation of Dr. Claudine Gay from her position as Harvard University’s president has relegated the groundbreaking academician to the...
Harry McAlpin made history in 1944. The journalist for the “Atlanta Daily World” became the first reporter to cover the...
All three of the U.S. soldiers killed in Monday’s drone attack hailed from Georgia. On Tuesday, President Joe Biden spoke...
Master P stands as a legend in hip-hop and business. Entering the rap game at a time when major record...
By Santura Pegram Frequent acts of violence in schools and away from schools, suicides, spontaneous deviant acts, and more continue...
February 1 – 5, 2024 To Ignite State, National Collaborative Effort A consortium emerging from Atlanta, Georgia is showcasing a...
Good news for convicted felons. Whether it’s due to former President Donald Trump and 18 of his cohorts being indicted on...
Airbnb announced that it’s directing more than $3 million in grants to 40 US nonprofits as part of the Airbnb Community...
André 3000 is coming home. The OutKast member who traded rap lyrics for Mayan flute notes will perform in Atlanta...
The passing of Dexter Scott King continues to impact the nation. On Jan. 23, Dexter’s sister, Dr. Bernice King, joined...
A group of trailblazing Georgia State University College of Law Students are set to make history as they prepare to...
JANUARY 24 1874—Arthur Schomburg is born Arturo Alfonso Schomburg in Puerto Rico. After moving to New York City in April...
Singer R. Kelly is being forced to come to terms with more than his criminal acts and convictions that have...
Four Georgia women are taking up the mantle again to force manufacturers of hair relaxer products to address or remove...
The 2024 Oscar nominees have been unveiled, and several Black stars earned nods. On Tuesday (January 22), actors Zazie Beetz...
Photo: Getty Images Five Black correctional officers are accusing their white colleagues of running a race-based “gang” at a Hagerstown,...
Photo: Getty Images GOP Senator Tim Scott, a potential running mate for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race, is...
MSM partnership with non-profit organization brings behavioral health care to new location in Atlanta’s Westside neighborhood Morehouse School of Medicine...
Photo: Getty Images Spelman College has received a historic $100 million donation. According to GPB, businesswoman and philanthropist Ronda Stryker and her husband, William Johnston,...
Dexter King, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s youngest son, has passed away following a fight with prostate cancer. He was...
Photo: Getty Images Dave Chappelle slammed Katt Williams for his comments about Black comedians on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast....
The Atlanta-based Honey Pot Company was recently acquired for $380 million by Compass Diversified. Created by Beatrice Dixon in 2012...
MSM partnership with non-profit organization brings behavioral health care to new location in Atlanta’s Westside neighborhood ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY...
“I say all the time in my Inspirational Vitamin that “When it’s time to move you gotta move, not just wait, but...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis responded to a subpoena that would force her to give a pretrial deposition in...
In a letter dated Thursday, January 4, lawmakers claim that Justice Thomas’s fairness is affected by his wife’s public support...
Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young could miss several games after suffering a concussion. During the waning minutes of...
The Google News Initiative counts as a trusted partner of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), and sponsor of the...
One year after the killing of 26-year-old Manuel Esteban Paez Teran, a protester shot and killed by Georgia State Troopers...
Photo: Getty Images Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman claims Martin Luther King Jr. would’ve been “opposed” to DEI. Ackman...
Photo: Getty Images GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley believes the US has “never been a racist country.” Haley made the remarks during...
January 17 1759—Paul Cuffee is born near Dartmouth, Mass. He was one of the most prominent Blacks of the 1700s. Born...
The Atlanta Falcons will not be in Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII, but the city will be well represented...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis served as the guest speaker for Big Bethel AME Church’s MLK Day Celebration. Held...
Photo: Courtesy of Arthur Mackey The white teacher accused of having pictures of nooses labeled “back-to-school necklaces” claims Black colleagues...
A capacity crowd filled the pews and hallways of Ebenezer Baptist Church on King Day, Monday, Jan. 15 for the...
One of the last surviving members of King’s inner circle, Andrew Young, sat down for an exclusive interview on PBS-TV’s...
Photo: Getty Images A Black lawmaker who was once expelled from the Tennesee House after protesting gun violence on the chamber...
A local Atlanta restaurant has received violent threats for adding a 4 percent charge to customers’ bills to pay for its employees’ health insurance, WSB reports....
The Black Press mourns the loss of one of its most active and dedicated members, Diane Larché who succumbed to...
Photo: Getty Images GOP Rep. Nancy Mace called out Hunter Biden for his “white privilege” on Wednesday (January 10) but...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani T. Willis will serve as guest speaker for the historic Big Bethel AME Church’s Martin...
The Atlanta Falcons will not be in Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII, but the city will be well represented...
The long-anticipated day has finally arrived for 10 of the nation’s most trusted and innovative Black publishers, who have worked...
In her new children’s book, “We Dream a World,” Yolanda Renee King, the only granddaughter of Dr. Martin Luther King...
A defendant involved in the RICO case involving Donald Trump has issued strong allegations against Fulton County District Attorney Fani...
The Atlanta Hawks recently announced festivities around the annual MLK game. Taking place on Jan. 15 at State Farm Arena,...
During the annual King Holiday Observance, millions of Americans will celebrate and honor the life, legacy, and impact of Dr....
The NFL should serve as a microcosm on how DEI efforts can improve every aspect of American life. This season,...
The tidal wave of hate received by NFL legend Shannon Sharpe for his conduct in the now-viral interview of comedian...
The more than 10-minute discussion also delved into the significance of the American Rescue Plan, which was pivotal in supporting...
The Atlanta Hawks have tapped award-winning artists from genres spanning from gospel to hip-hop to perform at halftime of three...
Photo: Getty Images Actor-comedian Katt Williams blasted several of his peers during a podcast episode that’s gone viral. During Wednesday’s...
MSM President and CEO Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice and Dr. Bourla talk about Pfizer’s development of the COVID-19 vaccine and...
South Florida icon and community leader, Audrey M. Edmonson, is set to be honored with the Women’s Power Caucus Quiet...
Photo: Getty Images An 18-year-old boy who was once homeless and diagnosed with leukemia has graduated from college. According to...
ALVIN AILEY January 3 1621—The first Black child is born in America. He was named William Tucker and he was...
With 2023 now a thing of the past, we look forward to 2024 and what lies ahead. In Atlanta, there...
Harvard University’s first Black President Claudine Gay has resigned. On Jan. 2, Gay issued a statement to the Harvard Crimson....
The YSL trial resumes today after a two-week break. The break was initiated weeks before Christmas after defendant Shannon Stillwell...
by Hiram Jackson Retrospectives of the preceding year are not simply a recap. They are, in many ways, a forecast...
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, on World Diabetes Day, Tuesday, Nov. 14 unveiled a plan to cap the cost of insulin...
Mayor Andre Dickens is seeking solutions after another fire impacted Cheshire Bridge Road. The fire shed light on the homeless...
With the second-biggest Christmas Day opening of all time, surpassing expectations, the musical adaptation of The Color Purple earned a solid $18...
Denzel Washington attends special screening of “FENCES” in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Duane Prokop/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures) DECEMBER 27 1873—William A....
Photo: Getty Images This holiday season, many African Americans are opting out of the traditional Christmas celebration to commemorate Kwanzaa,...
The holidays are a time for spending moments with loved ones and sharing. During this holiday season, several celebrities stepped...
ProPublica’s investigative report titled, “A Delicate Matter,” revealed that Thomas, previously under scrutiny for failing to report gifts from prominent...
The Biden-Harris Administration recently announced its decision to pardon thousands of Americans convicted of marijuana possession on federal lands and...
This year has seen a lot of highs and a lot of lows for celebrities and their fanbases, but nothing...
Photo: Getty Images A Black teen is going viral over his reaction to finding out that he was admitted to...
Following an offensive “Saturday Night Live” skit featuring Kenan Thompson, The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia and its supporters are...
The Fulton County Jail with its myriad of issues regarding the treatment of prisoners is at the center of another...
The Fort Mac Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) announced the unanimous board approval for leasing space to The Fort Mac Village,...
MADAME C.J. WALKER DECEMBER 20 1860—Believing the November election of Abraham Lincoln would bring the end of slavery; on...
Two former Georgia election workers who won a $148 million defamation judgment against Rudy Giuliani asked Monday, Dec. 18, for...
Getty Images Stock Photo by Damon Carr I recently received this question in my inbox: “I’ve been repeatedly talking to...
Latto gives back to her community at her third annual Christmas In Clayco event for her Win Some Give Some foundation....
Photo: Getty Images Actor Jonathan Majors has been found guilty of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend and dancer Grace Jabbari...
Atlanta celebrated the 40th year of the Mayor’s Masked Ball this weekend. Launched in 1983 by Ambassador Andrew Young and...
Each December, the Celebration Bowl brings together the champions of MEAC and SWAC, resulting in a dynamic display of theater....
Georgia families already experiencing the heartbreak and headache of dealing with the state’s foster care system, are especially desperate during...
Photo: Bennett Raglin / Getty Images Entertainment / Getty Images Fantasia Barrino blasted an Airbnb host after she claimed she and...
When did Black Folks decide it was a misappropriation of culture to appreciate and yes even enjoy a good ballet?...
Delaware State University recently welcomed 1,200 partners, alums, and friends to its annual Scholarship Ball. The sold-out Ball – held...
A ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court could impact Donald Trump’s RICO case in Fulton County. Special counsel Jack Smith...
Claudine Gay will remain in her role as Harvard University’s president following a controversial congressional hearing. On Dec. 12, the...
Photo: Getty Images The Golden Globes are back, and a number of Black entertainers have earned nods. On Monday (December...
Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock called for prayers after a woman attempted an arson on Dr. Martin Luther King’s childhood home....
Disgraced former New York mayor and Trump cohort was found guilty of defamation against a mother and daughter who worked...
Three officers have been fired and one suspended without pay after a Black man was shot by police while his...
Photo: Getty Images House members have moved to censure Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman after he triggered a fire alarm in...
JIMBO FISHER I must begin this column by putting all the readers on high alert because this is not, nor...
Georgia legislators have finally come to terms with a federal judge’s order to redraw electoral district maps citing the current...
What will future Atlantans say about the importance of the city’s hip-hop scene 25 years from now? This week, Mayor...
Spelman College recently announced that two students have been selected as Schwarzman Scholars, one of the world’s most prestigious graduate...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was nominated as Time Magazine’s 2023 “Person of the Year.” The historic honor, which...
December 6 1849—Harriet (Ross) Tubman escapes slavery in Maryland. But she becomes perhaps the greatest “conductor” on the Underground Railroad...
André 3000’s caught most of his core fans after releasing his first solo project, “New Blue Sun.” But while fans...
Face it. Chances are you’ll be up-close and personal at some point with people who “knew you then” during this...
State election rules now allow individuals to challenge an unlimited number of voters in the Nov. 8 general election, and...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis could seek jail time for Trevian Kutti, a defendant in the RICO case involving...
During a fireside chat at the Automotive Press Association with CNBC reporter and APA president Michael Wayland, GM chair and...
Photo: Getty Images Jamie Foxx is opening up about his medical scare in April. On Monday (December 4), Foxx spoke...
A.R. Shaw, Executive Editor of ADW and author of “Trap History,” joins Ramses Ja of Black Information Network Daily Podcast. ...
Photo: The Denver Post / Getty Images The Colorado police officer who put Elijah McClain in a chokehold was reinstated...
The proposed legislation aims to designate December 1 as a federal holiday in honor of Rosa Parks, recognizing her pivotal...
The Morehouse Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center was established in 2004 to provide an economic boost to Black and minority owned businesses....
Spelman College and Morehouse College will present the 97th Annual Christmas Carol Concert, a continuation of the institutions’ holiday tradition providing...
Photo: Getty Images The City of Fort Worth, Texas will award $3.5 million to the nephew of Atatiana Jefferson, a...
After tobacco companies targeted Black communities and enticed Black consumers to smoke menthol cigarettes, i.e., first Kools, then Newports and...
Opening arguments in the Young Thug, YSL trial began this week in Fulton County. The trial is one of the...
ADAM CLAYTON POWELL JR. NOVEMBER 29 1780—After initial racist opposition, especially in the South, Blacks are welcomed into the Continental...
Photo: Getty Images Four properties owned by Aretha Franklin at the time of her death have been awarded to her...
Across the state Georgians are sounding the alarm about persistent attacks on communities of color during the redistricting process. In...
There’s always been a connection between sports and music. When it comes to the Falcons, hip-hop has played a prominent...
ADAM CLAYTON POWELL JR. NOVEMBER 29 1780—After initial racist opposition, especially in the South, Blacks are welcomed into the Continental...
Several U.S. Presidents and world leaders will make their way to Atlanta today to pay tribute to Rosalynn Carter. The...
Derek Chauvin, the police officer convicted of killing Georg Floyd, was nearly stabbed to death by a fellow inmate in...
With Thanksgiving and Black Friday, in our rear views, shoppers can continur the Black business theme via another major shopping...
The findings paint a stark picture of inequality in the nation’s educational landscape, prompting urgent calls for comprehensive reform. By...
Prominent figures within the far-right faction of the GOP are now advocating for the establishment of a new select committee....
Surpassing their ambitious goals for the 2023 Thanksgiving Holiday Festival of Services, Hosea Helps expresses gratitude to sponsors like Kroger,...
André 3000 is flexing his musical chops on his new album which is completely instrumental and he doesn’t sing a...
Photo: Getty Images Tennis superstar Serena Williams and civil rights activist Ruby Bridges are set to be inducted into next...
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter passed peacefully at 96 years-old with her family by her side at in Plains, Georgia....
Photo: Getty Images Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis (D) is seeking to revoke the bond of the ex-Black Voices...
Photo: Getty Images A federal judge has declared a mistrial in the case of a former Louisville police officer who...
With a shared passion for great music and a competitive spirit, two couples became business partners to develop a trivia...
Famed artist Radcliffe Bailey who made Atlanta his home has died. Bailey who received international acclaim for his remarkably impressive...
Mayor Andre Dickens teamed up with rapper T.I. to unveil a new affordable housing project on the Westside of Atlanta....
A mother was denied the chance to witness the exhumation of her son after he was killed by an off-duty police...
Donald Trump probably will not learn his fate in the Georgia RICO case until after the 2024 Election. On Nov....
STEPIN FETCHIT November 16 1780—Paul Cuffee organizes a demonstration by free Blacks protesting the fact that they were being taxed but...
Mayor Andre Dickens announced the launch of a $500,000 forgivable loan program as part of the City of Atlanta’s Faith-Based...
For the past 17 years, André 3000’s has gained the moniker of being hip-hop’s most elusive figure. Since the release...
Photo: GoFundMe A mother was denied the chance to witness the exhumation of her son after he was killed by...
After nearly 20 years, Morris Brown College has not only regained its accreditation, it is also getting an infusion of...
Famed producer Will Packer, the man behind hit films like Girls Trip, Straight Outta Compton, Little, Stomp the Yard, Ride Along,...
Atlanta continues to dominate in terms of music as multiple hit makers from the city were nominated for Grammy Awards....
Rasheeda S. Liberty, International Grand Basileus of Sigma Gamma Rho stated, “Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated is grateful for the...
Although Black males comprise just 13% of the total population, they represent an astounding 35% of those incarcerated. By Stacy...
Former Louisville Police officer Brett Hankison testifies in a Louisville, Kentucky court room. Myles Cosgrove, one of the former Louisville...
Photo: Tanja Ivanova / Moment / Getty Images The host of an interracial dating podcast is facing prison time after...
Atlanta City Council member Keisha Sean Waites is urging the Georgia Assembly to approve the Erica’s Law resolution which imposes...
The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is hosting a reception today to celebrate the opening of the Ruth Hall Hodges Art...
The Georgia attorney general used the state’s anti-racketeering law (Rico) to target the protesters. Photograph: Erik S Lesser/EPA Five Atlanta residents...
Early voting numbers are low several days ahead of 2023 Election Day in Metro Atlanta. With today being the final...
A jury has finally been seated for the YSL RICO trial that centers around Young Thug. The jury selection, which...
Photo: LinkedIn The executive director of the North Dakota Republican Party has resigned after a series of controversial social media posts surfaced. “I believe...
Keith Lee’s visit to Atlanta has gone viral for multiple reasons. Lee, 27, is a food critic who has over...
Photo: Getty Images Bridgerton actor Ruby Barker is calling out Netflix and Shondaland for failing to support her during two “psychotic breaks” she...
November 1 1604—William Shakespeare’s great play “Othello” was first performed at Whitehall Palace in London. It is the earliest known...
Atlanta’s famous Busy Bee Cafe is getting the recognition it so richly deserves after nearly 60 years of serving up...
Keith Lee’s visit to Atlanta has gone viral for multiple reasons. Lee, 27, is a food critic who has over...
The new home of Afrofuturism and future media, SUBSUME, is now open at historic Underground Atlanta. Underground Atlanta is thrilled to...
In the Superior Court of Fulton County, Judge Scott McAfee has released his decision in reference to Sheriff Patrick Labat’s intention to...
by Ebony JJ Curry UAW President Shawn Fain, supported by a backdrop of UAW negotiators, announced via Facebook Live on...
New clinic will address lack of healthcare resources in south Fulton County Morehouse Healthcare (MHC), the clinical services arm of...
The Otis Redding Foundation is thrilled to announce that the five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, producer, television personality, and entrepreneur, CeeLo Green, will be...
The Rev. Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes, III, the new president of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, will deliver the keynote address...
Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight Sues Conservative Group For Intimidating Voters Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight organization filed a lawsuit claiming that...
Grant to local organizations Raising Expectations, Inspiredu will support digital skills training and broadband adoption (Atlanta) – October 30, 2023 –...
Day one of ONE Musicfest proved to be a success. Thousands attended the annual Atlanta-based festival that takes place at...
Photo: Beastie Boxing Gym Actor and boxer Cedric ‘Beastie’ Jones has died, per People. He was 46. On Sunday (October 22), Jones’ boxing...
Republican lawmakers in Georgia intentionally diluted Black voting power, a federal judge ruled today. U.S. District Judge Steve Jones wrote...
The state of Georgia owes Fort Valley State University over $600 million, according to new federal lawsuit. On Oct. 24,...
“MJ The Musical” made its highly anticipated debut on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. In the...
Former NFL player, Sergio Brown, appeared in a Cook County court room today to answer charges related to the murder...
“It’s about safety first and foremost,” Sheriff Pat Labat said of the plan to ease overcrowding at the Fulton County...
Richard Roundtree, the legendary actor known as the film industry’s first Black superhero, has passed at 81. Roundtree’s transition came...
Andrew Young October 25 1940—The Black newspaper owners group—the NNPA (National Newspaper Publishers Association) is founded. 1940—Benjamin O. Davis Sr. becomes the...
Georgia lawmakers were late joining the cohort of states across the country to make medical marijuana available to patients suffering...
Georgia Republicans are seeking new ways to punish Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Since Willis indicted former President Donald...
A.R. Shaw, Executive Editor October 23, 2023 Magic Johnson Revives Historic Atlanta Life, Credits Killer Mike Magic Johnson became aware...
Join us on Wednesday, Oct 25, for a conversation about what racial healing looks like in real time for the...
Black Information Network Myles Cosgrove, the former Louisville officer who fatally shot Breonna Taylor in 2020 and was hired earlier this year as a...
The report, titled “One in Five: Ending Racial Inequity in Incarceration,” highlights a notable decline in the lifetime likelihood of...
There’s plenty of profit to be made by exploiting Black people in America’s system of punitive laws, privatization, and systemic...
Atlanta Celebrates Delta Air Lines CEO for Leadership and Commitment to Service On Oct. 12, 2023, the Council for Quality...
Tyler Perry will step up to help a Black grandmother who has faced a legal battle for her land. Josephine...
Housing vouchers in Atlanta, like in many other U.S. cities, are often hard to secure and wait periods to even...
Celebrity memoirs often give readers insights into the personal lives of the authors, but reactions to such revelations can vary...
Photo: Getty Images A teen has been arrested in connection to the mass shooting that occurred at Morgan State University during homecoming...
Photo: Getty Images A jury has reached a split verdict in the trial of two Colorado officers who arrested Elijah McClain,...
Amare Stoudemire Numerous posts on social media platforms feature hashtags like #BLM and #PLM, underscoring the perceived parallels between the...
R&B lovers and music fans the world over are mourning the death of an icon. Rudolph Isley an original and...
After a Fulton County judge dropped the charges against six Fulton County jailers accused in an inmate’s death in 2018,...
Former NFL player, Sergio Brown, was deported from Mexico and arrested in the connection of his mother’s death. Brown’s mother...
By Lynzee Mychael Carlethia “Carlee” Russell’s captivating story grabbed the nation’s attention as she disappeared following her report of a...
Georgia lawmakers were late joining the cohort of states across the country to make medical marijuana available to patients suffering...
Several Republican senators in Georgia are attempting to reprimand Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis months after her sweeping RICO...
The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards recently took place in Atlanta. In celebration of Hip-Hop 50, BET honored the legends...
Executive director Toni-Michelle to lead Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade as 2023 Grand Marhsal Atlanta Pride announced that community advocate...
A Stone Mountain, Georgia judge has ruled that none of the Georgia State Troopers involved in the killing of Manuel...
Photo: Getty Images Sen. Cory Booker said he was jogging in Jerusalem on Saturday, Oct. 7 when Hamas’ attack on Israel began....
Photo: Getty Images Black patients are disproportionately restrained during emergency department visits, according to a new study by Baylor University...
Photo: Getty Images Two people were injured in a shooting at Bowie State University on Saturday (October 7) during homecoming...
By Lynn Pearcey | Dallas Weekly News Southern plantations were cruel in ways our present-day minds can’t begin to fathom...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis continues to face threats since indicting former President Donald Trump in August. While speaking...
Photo: Getty Images Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones (D-Nashville) is suing officials following the Republican-led House expelling him in April and...
The demographic distribution remained consistent over the two years, with 32% being Black, 31% white, 23% Hispanic, 10% multiracial or...
Photo: Quintel Sumrall, the visionary entrepreneur behind ISeeCredit.com (Photo, BlackNews.com). By BlackNews.com In a historic milestone for the financial and technology sectors, Quintel Sumrall,...
On Oct. 8, the female gymnast claimed two more gold medals, winning the titles on the balance beam and floor...
Aaron Glee has been sentenced to life in prison in connection to the 2020 murders of 19-year-old BLM activist Oluwatoyin...
Photo: Getty Images Harvard just named its first Black president in the school’s 386-year history. According to NBC News, Harvard...
October 4 1864—What was to become the nation’s first Black daily newspaper began publishing on this day in New Orleans,...
The Russell Innovation Center of Entrepreneurs (RICE) received an $800K grant from Walmart through Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity as part of Walmart’s and...
Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) will kick-off this week. Presented by BMW, ATLFW is known for celebrating creativity and innovation in...
Democratic strategist Laphonza Butler is set to make history in the U.S. Senate. On Sunday (October 1), California Governor Gavin...
Some of the top names in entertainment, business, and tech were on hand at the 2023 A3C Conference. Held at...
Photo: Getty Images As we dive into the fall season, we have to recognize the month of October, dedicated as...
Beyoncé’s monumental RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR officially wrapped in Kansas City’s GEHA Field At Arrowhead Stadium after filling each city with...
Simone Biles accomplishments and genuine concern for the emotional wellbeing of athletes around the world knows no end. Recently the...
Foundation Kicks off its 25th Year with Heavy Investment and Releases New Research on the State of Girls in Metro...
Lizzo picked up the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award at this weekend’s Black Music Action Coalition gala. In a moving acceptance...
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) “Let’s be clear: House Republicans are in the middle of a civil war. The House Republican...
Atlanta native Usher will be the headliner of the Super Bowl. This year’s big game will take place in Las...
Photo: Getty Images The family of Kendrick Johnson, the 17-year-old high school student who was found dead in a rolled-up...
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to bring her Fight for Our Freedoms college tour to Atlanta’s AU Center on...
Photo: Getty Images Nine Memphis corrections officers have been charged in connection to the death of Gershun Freeman, a 33-year-old Black man who...
Disgraced former New York mayor and Trump cohort was found guilty of defamation against a mother and daughter who worked...
Yearly Minimum Rate of Pay for Full-Time Employees will Increase to Nearly $48,000 Today, Bank of America announced it has...
Atlanta rapper Quavo is using his platform speak out against gun violence. On Sept. 20, the Migos member visited the...
Following this week’s reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, People For the American Way President Svante Myrick...
This week on the Black Information Network Daily Podcast, host Ramses Ja talks with A.R. Shaw (author of “Trap History”/Executive...
The Atlanta City Council in a 15-o vote on Monday, Sept. 18 approved the first step in the process of...
Spelman College continues to rank high among the best colleges in the nation, according to the 2024 U.S. News &...
This Jan. 26, 1965 file photo shows Mildred Loving and her husband Richard P Loving. (AP Photo, File) SEPTEMBER 20...
by Jonathan Husbands The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra hosted the inaugural HBCU AccessFest at Woodruff Arts Center which allowed young adults...
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s hard-fought and well-deserved confirmation to the SCOTUS as the first Black female Supreme Court...
Atlanta-based Delta will reportedly make it harder for passengers to access its Sky Club and reach Medallion status. The threshold...
Photo: Getty Images Black business owners now have to prove they are “socially disadvantaged” to qualify for certain loans from...
Photo: Getty Images On the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham church bombing, we recognize Johnny Robinson and Virgil Ware, two...
Byron Allen could become the new owner of ABC TV Network. Along with ABC, Allen reportedly put in a $10...
In this Sept. 15, 1963, file photo, firefighters and ambulance attendants remove a covered body from the 16th Street Baptist...
The family of Johnny Hollman was shattered after viewing a video of the patriarch’s death at the hands of an...
On Monday, Sept. 11, organizers and activists opposed to the controversial Atlanta Public Safety Training Facility, submitted more than 110,000...
The Georgia State Patrol (GSP) graduated its 114th Trooper School Friday, September 8, at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center...
Photo: Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris showed off her moves at a house party celebrating 50 years of hip-hop....
In December 2021 following President Joe Biden’s victory, Republican lawmakers in Georgia allegedly used gerrymandering tactics to dilute Black voting...
On Monday, Sept. 11, organizers and activists opposed to the controversial Atlanta Public Safety Training Facility, will submit more than...
Atlanta native Coco Gauf made history by becoming the first American teenager to win the U.S. Open since Serena Williams,...
Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump of Ben Crump Law and co-counsel Levi McCathern have filed...
Photo: Getty Images Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts is officially married to longtime partner Amber Laign. On Sunday (September 10), Roberts took to...
Photo: Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris showed off her moves at a house party celebrating 50 years of hip-hop....
The day after former President Donald Trump was arrested at Fulton County Jail, he made, what some initially believed, a...
Photo: Hoover Police The ex-boyfriend of Carlee Russell, the Alabama woman who faked her abduction, says he’s still questioning why...
Queen Bey has been thrilling fans and concertgoers across the country and on every stop of her performances that will...
Morehouse College is mourning the deaths of two students who passed on Labor Day. Hugh Douglas and Christion Files Jr....
From Fani Willis to Deion Sanders, Atlanta Daily World provided coverage and editorial insight on several intriguing stories that made...
In 2022, Crow facilitated several trips for Thomas, including a May visit to a conservative conference in Dallas. Thomas was...
Photo: Getty Images Jay-Z and his social justice arm, Team Roc, are backing a Wisconsin man who was wrongly arrested and beaten by...
This incident serves as a grim reminder of America’s deeply rooted history of racism and the ongoing racially charged attacks...
Another person has died at the Fulton County Jail. On Aug. 31, the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office revealed that one...
A judge has set bond for the former Black Voices for Trump director who was jailed after he surrendered to...
Sociology professor Cynthia Spence says we need dialogue to help HBCU students heal from beliefs rooted in white supremacy. by Joseph...
Photo: Getty Images Dr. Marla Frederick has become the first Black woman to be named the Dean of Harvard Divinity...
Although visibly irritated Coco Gauff played through her frustration to win three sets 3-6, 6-2, 6-4, over German Laura Siegemund....
A judge has ruled that R&B singer R. Kelly‘s remaining royalties cover the half a million dollars owed to his...
Crump represented several victims of the 2022 Weed Mill Fire in which two people were killed and three injured in...
Photo: Anna Blazhuk / Moment / Getty Images Hurricane Idalia is forecast to strike Florida’s western coast Wednesday morning (August 30),...
Photo: Florida State Rep. Angie Nixon, Jacksonville City Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman and Florida State Senator Tracie Davis (Photos from Facebook...
Sean “Diddy” Combs knows how to make money, and he know how to use money to make a difference. On...
The grant will establish a PayPal Retail Academy to support Atlanta-Area entrepreneurs. The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) today...
Thousands have converged at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the 60th anniversary of “March on Washington.” The...
Lawmakers invoked a new law that’s supposed to target reform DAs. The real targets are Black Democrats. Akela Lacy A...
Photo: Getty Images Ralph Yarl, the Black teenager who was shot in the head after he accidentally went to the...
Photo: Shania Muhammad’s Instagram A 16-year-old Black girl has hit another major milestone after attaining three college degrees: a career...
The former publicist for Kanye West and R. Kelly turned herself into the Fulton County Jail on Friday. Trevion Kutti...
Photo: Getty Images The Republican-led Tennessee House on Monday (August 28) voted to silence a Democratic lawmaker who was previously...
by Jeremy Allen Upon turning himself into Atlanta’s Fulton County Jail, former President Donald Trump will become the second person...
AUGUST 23 1826—This is generally recognized as the day that the first Black person in America graduated from college. His...
Mark Meadows was arrested and booked into the Fulton County Jail. The former White House chief of staff is one...
Cobb County School Districy, the second largest in Georgia with 106,00 students has banned two more books from schools and...
In May, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 92 that allows lawmakers to oust state prosecutors. Following the indictment...
American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson wins world 100-meter title Sha’Carri Richardson, the flamboyant and sometimes volatile 100-meter track star is back...
by Ebony JJ Curry The pulse of a beating heart, echoing from the city’s core, vibrating through the streets –...
Members of the CBC said that statements made by their GOP counterparts at the Capitol have deeply disturbed them, adding...
Photo: Getty Images BET is reportedly no longer up for sale. According to the New York Post, Paramount Global moved to...
Spelman College announced a generous gift of $104,000 from the Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation, Inc., to expand the...
Following several sightings of actor/comedian Jamie Foxx, the 55-year-old star is sharing updates on his condition and his recovery. Foxx...
by Andre Ash Comedian Sheryl Underwood is a legend on the comedy scene. Gracing stages, television screens, and television, the...
Photo: Getty Images BET is reportedly no longer up for sale. According to the New York Post, Paramount Global moved...
Despite the Carlee Russell hoax, Black women go missing disproportionately. Where are the news stories about them? by Hiram Jackson...
Atlanta’s place in hip-hop will never be forgotten. With the genre turning 50, Mayor Andre Dickens teamed up with Jermaine...
ISAAC HAYES AUGUST 16 1922—Author and investigative reporter Louis E. Lomax is born in Valdosta, Ga. Little is known...
The Black Power Rangers Comedy Tour makes its way to A-Town on Friday, August 18th. The comics will be taking...
Shortly before midnight, Fani Willis held a press conference to break down the indictment against Trump and 18 others. A...
Photo: Getty Images A Black man who was widely regarded as a hero after using a folding chair to fight...
As superstar Beyoncé dominated in Atlanta over her three-day stop in the city for the Renaissance World Tour, the philanthropic...
The venture capital firm, dedicated to dismantling barriers faced by women of color in accessing funding, is facing legal action...
Photo: Getty Images Oprah Winfrey, Floyd Mayweather, and other celebrities are lending a helping hand to those affected by the...
Photo: Bryngelzon / iStock / Getty Images A Florida man who screamed the N-word and tried to run over a...
Once inside, the officers physically assaulted and tormented them using a sex object and Tasers for approximately 90 minutes. By...
Days before Donald Trump could face an indictment in Fulton County, he lashed out at Fulton County District Attorney Fani...
Ferguson, Missouri and Kenosha Wisconsin, have something in common, and it’s not anything to be proud of. They are both...
by Ebony JJ Curry The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on Thursday that 49,449 Americans died by...
by Sylvester Brown, Jr. | The St. Louis American It was a reunion of sorts. On August 9, 2014, 18-year-old...
On Monday, Tou Thao, the officer who precluded citizens witnessing the killing of George Floyd from intervening to assist the...
Obi Asik and SMADE both saw the power and influence of Afrobeats, but realized that there were not many platforms...
AUGUST 9 1936—Sprinting sensation Jesse Owens wins a total of four Gold Medals at the Olympics in Berlin, Germany. Born...
Photo: Getty Images More footage is continuing to surface from the Alabama boat brawl that appeared to start with a...
Photo: Getty Images A family is seeking answers after a 19-year-old woman was found dead in her cell at the...
by Tacuma Roeback DJ Casper, the Chicago native behind the internationally renowned “Cha Cha Slide,” died Monday at 58, according...
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) today published the final edition of its 2023 “Danforth Dialogues” podcast, with a conversation between...
Lashawn Thompson’s family has settled with Fulton County for $4 million. On Aug. 2, the Board of Commissioners voted 6-0...
Pictured left to right: Dr. Hari Drayton, Program Director, Justice-Involved Care, MSM, Jamal Williams (graduate), Tracy Mingo (graduate), Jessie Seay (graduate), Dr. Angelita Howard,...
From left: Derek Robinson, Falayn Ferrell and Warren Luckett The odds are continuously stacked against Black-owned culinary businesses and their...
Everybody one-time favorite housewife, star of the “Real Housewives of Atlanta who abruptly left the show leaving it near free...
AUGUST 2 1924—A man who would grow up to become one of the most prolific and complex Black writers of...
The metro Atlanta area is experiencing an eviction crisis. Since January 2023, 72,600 evictions have been reported in the metro...
Photo: Leigh Vogel / Anna Moneymaker / Getty Images Several Black Republicans and conservatives are speaking out against Florida Gov....
There is apparently no limit to Atlanta media mogul Tyler Perry’s generosity as well his tendency to intercede on behalf...
Recently two-time Olympic basketball gold medalist and star player for the Phoenix Mercury, Brittney Griner has decided to sit out...
Photo: Ajike Owens’ Facebook The family of Ajike “AJ” Owens, the Black mother who was fatally shot by her white neighbor, wants...
by Dr. John E. Warren A number of people in the African American community have known about the character of...
Members of the CBC said that statements made by their GOP counterparts at the Capitol have deeply disturbed them, adding...
Morehouse School of Medicine President and CEO Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, Honored by National Medical Association with Scroll of Merit...
Eugene Parker founded 5120 Entertainment to change the culture of the production and entertainment industry. On Aug. 5, Parker and...
Photo credit: Atlanta City Council’s Office of Communications. Atlanta political and legal leader Marvin S. Arrington Sr. will lie in state inside...
If you’re wondering where have Black female leaders in the Georgia political sphere gone, they are alive and well and...
Rev. Ike JULY 26 1847—President Joseph J. Roberts declares the West African nation of Liberia an independent republic. The nation...
Usher’s New Look Foundation celebrated 24 years with a private mixer in Atlanta. Held at Nobu Atlanta, the event allowed...
The Atlanta Braves announced that the team will host HBCU Night to bring awareness and benefit Historically Black Colleges. On...
While the nation breathed a sigh of relief when Carlee Russel, the 25-year-old Alabama who was allegedly lured into a...
Photo: Getty Images Summertime means vacations, getaways, beaches, and new adventures! While it’s become easy for many to explore different...
Photo: Getty Images President Joe Biden plans to create a national monument honoring Emmett Till, a Black teenager who was...
The Gathering Spot and Greenwood have reportedly resolved a business dispute that recently went public. On July 24, both organizations...
The Fifth Annual Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival Announces 20 Nominated Films, Igniting Passion for Social Justice and Global Awareness
Photo: Getty Images NBA star Kyrie Irving, Tyler Perry, Fantasia, and other Black celebrities are helping a 93-year-old South Carolina...
Watch: Jill Scott Performs at the 2023 Cincinnati Music Festival. Credit: Courtesy of Cincinnati Music Festival.
The 30-second clip, originally from Greene’s passionate speech to young conservatives, has garnered over 40 million views on social media...
Jamie Foxx provided an update on his medical scare. On July 22, Foxx took to social media to speak directly...
Rep. John Lewis was honored today with the unveiling of new Forever stamp. The ceremony, held at Morehouse College, provided...
Journalist-Educator–Visionary Dr. Robbie Morganfield joins the Society with a wealth of journalism expertise in higher education, public affairs, and media motivation. The Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting (the Society)...
Hip hop artists, from top left, clockwise, DMX, Lexii Alijai, Prince Markie Dee and Trugoy the Dove have all passed...
In a city noted for it’s investment in Black education, corporate donors and philanthropists frequently dig deep to provide improved...
Photo: Getty Images The Florida Board of Education has set new standards for how Black history should be taught in...
Nearly 200,000 inactive voters will be canceled by Georgia’s Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. In August, 191,000 inactive voters will...
by Andre Ash Black Tech Week, (BTW) returned Tuesday, connecting tech entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals to educational opportunities, resources, and...
The highest court in Georgia rejected Donald Trump’s bid to put Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ election probe to...
With the recent and horrific abduction of 25-year-old nursing student Carlee Russell when she was lured into an insidious trap...
The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame was founded and created by Hamilton County Commissioner Alicia Reece. The Commissioner grew...
After several reports of sightings of a healthy Jamie Foxx being seen on several occasions in Chicago, news of his...
Photo: Getty Images Author Ta-Nehisi Coates crashed a South Carolina school board meeting where his book was at the forefront...
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is returning to the White House. Over the weekend, Bottoms announced that she has...
Rev. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King, III, and Arndrea Waters King have brought together 60 national organizations across racial, cultural,...
Georgia Black Republican Council (GABRC), an Allied Group of the Georgia Republican Party, on Thursday certified more than 20 Black...
A Houston woman has been detained in Dubai for months after she was charged with screaming in public, according to...
by J. Pharoah Doss Political theorists make distinctions between negative and positive rights. A negative right is when a person...
On Sunday, Rev. Jesse Jackson Jr. is expected to officially transfer leadership of Rainbow PUSH to Rev. Dr. Frederick Haynes...
Carlee Russell has been found alive 48 hours after her mysterious disappearance. Shortly before 11:00 p.m. on July 15, Russell,...
According to the memo, Taranto began live-streaming in the area shortly after resharing a social media post from Donald Trump,...
by Jordan Simon Legendary actress Jasmine Guy is known far and wide for her portrayal of bougie Southern belle Whitley...
by Julianne Malveaux (TriceEdneyWire.com)—As a child in Pinpoint, Georgia, Associate Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was hazed by his classmates...
Detroit native and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, is calling for change to the nation’s highest court following its recent...
Dr. Christine King Farris will be honored with several celebrations of life this weekend. Today, Friday, July 14 Dr. Farris...
After the hard fought battles to get Georgia, the political epicenter of the nation, to go blue, with the election...
Words and Photos By: Johnathan Husbands Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson joined the fun at Camp MBUSA and helped...
Invited speakers for the inaugural conference include Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Walker-Miller Energy Services,...
Photo: Getty Images Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville (R) is again defending white nationalism. In an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis will present her case in the Donald Trump election probe before one of two...
Piedmont’s community benefit program, which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities that Piedmont serves, has donated...
by J. Pharoah Doss Over the last decade, Americans have debated the necessity of a racial reckoning. This impulse led...
According to the memo, Taranto began live-streaming in the area shortly after resharing a social media post from Donald Trump,...
A group of Black Twitter users is planning to switch to a new Black-owned social media app called Spill. The app...
The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm today announced the return of the team’s largest service initiative, a commitment to rally...
The survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre did not receive justice after a judge dismissed a lawsuit that would have...
The Black Educators Initiative is on a mission to train 750 Black teachers by 2024 By Maya Pottiger Before Kiana...
The Black Educators Initiative is on a mission to train 750 Black teachers by 2024 By Maya Pottiger Before Kiana...
These urban areas, where African Americans constitute a significant portion of the population, have become magnets for individuals seeking more...
Patient Advocates, Healthcare Stakeholders, Academic Leaders and Policymakers Join to Discuss Access to Care and Building Healthy Communities National and...
Photo: Getty Images Black Information Network Victims of the mass shooting that left 11 people injured and 4 dead at...
Photo: Getty Images Black Information Network An 84-year-old historian allegedly refused to apologize after claiming her life would be easier...
Dr. Christine King Farris’ will be honored by the state of Georgia in the upcoming weeks. On July 6, her family announced...
Photo: Philadelphia Police Department The gunman accused of killing five people and injuring two children in Philadelphia told authorities why...
The French motto, “give me liberty of give me death,” is apparently much more than a sound byte, it is...
Marvin S. Arrington, Sr. has passed at 82. He stood as a staple in Atlanta politics and legal arenas for...
(Photo: Juanita Slappy, Nicole Friday, Tarshena Armstrong and Franklin Leonard. Credit: Nice Crowd/Eric Ellis) by AJ Williams The 2023 American...
The Supreme Court’s decision to end race-based admissions continues to send ripples throughout the education community. It’s likely that Historically...
When the Supreme Court held a formal investiture ceremony for Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve...
Atlanta was recently named as the top hip-hop city in the world. In a recent feature by Complex, Atlanta beat...
After Carlisha Hood and her 14-year-old son came to national attention after the two were captured on video in a...
hoto: Getty Images Ralph Yarl, the Black teenager who was shot in the head after he accidentally went to the...
Nine Black CEOs now lead companies that have landed on the Fortune 500 list, breaking the previous record of eight...
The 2023 BET Awards celebrated “Hip-Hop 50” in grand style. On June 25, the awards ceremony featured some of the...
The unveiling occurred during a special event held at Capitol Hill. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent...
Photo: Getty Images Former CNN anchor Don Lemon is speaking out for the first time since exiting the network. On...
Photo: Getty Images A new study has highlighted the disparity in funding received by HBCUs from the nation’s largest foundations...
The 27th edition of the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) kicked off in style on a scorching opening night, as...
This summer, DriveThru Urgent Care — by Viral Solutions — will usher in a groundbreaking era of healthcare by treating...
On the #TeachTruth National Day of Action, teachers, parents, and students said they won’t back down from the fight against...
60th Anniversary of March on Washington A Continuation of Dr. King’s Work This August, Martin Luther King, III, Arndrea Waters...
Grant will fund the digitization of a large portion of the Auburn Avenue Library’s collection. The Auburn Avenue Research Library...
Photo: Getty Images Good Times star John Amos has reportedly spoken out after his daughter claimed he was hospitalized and...
Georgia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, provides monthly funds for families to purchase groceries. But...
Photo: Getty Images A prevailing stereotype about Black society is that most Black fathers aren’t there for their children. Despite...
It’s come to this, Anita Baker says, regrettably, that she has had to remove Babyface Edmonds as the headliner for...
Words By: Johnathan Husbands HBCU Elite 100 recently held a signing day honoring five young athletes taking their talents to...
BESSIE COLEMAN June 14 1811—White anti-slavery activist Harriet Beecher Stowe is born. Stowe was the author of one of the...
The inaugural Black Boaters Summit is set to make waves in the boating community as it brings together boating enthusiasts,...
by Andrea Plaid With all the buzzy joy about Shondaland’s “Queen Charlotte,” one could be forgiven for not knowing that...
Following 15 hours of public comments and protests, the Atlanta City Council approved funding for the police training center that...
An 18-year-old who just graduated high school and his father were killed in a Tuesday (June 6) shooting following the...
Photo: Getty Images Eight Black CEOs lead companies that have landed on the 2023 Fortune 500 list, the most since...
by J. Pharoah Doss According to ancient wisdom texts, a wise person leaves an inheritance to their children’s children. In...
After a nearly 14½ hour long session against a backdrop of hundreds of protestors, Atlanta City Council members voted 11...
Photo: Getty Images Former Harvard professor and academic activist Cornel West is making a bid for the 2024 presidency. On...
Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise continues to thrill Marvel fans and rake in the big bucks at the box office. This weekend, Spider-Man:...
Photo: Getty Images A Kansas City judge has moved to seal court documents in the case of Ralph Yarl, a...
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman As the third season of Belle Collective boils to the surface, a few of the ladies from...
Photo: Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris is putting forth new actions to tackle racial bias in home appraisals. On...
Photo: GoFundMe A Maryland man went from working as a sanitation worker to earning his juris doctorate from Harvard Law...
Photo: Getty Images A 14-year-old teenager walked two hours to make it to his middle school graduation ceremony. According to...
City leaders in Atlanta are seeing to make a change after another teen was killed. Over the Memorial Day weekend,...
Photo: Getty Images A Kansas City judge has moved to seal court documents in the case of Ralph Yarl, a...
Photo: Getty Images Colleges across the globe will soon have the option to hide students’ race and ethnicity on applications...
Mayor Andre Dickens and city leaders held a press conference outside of Benjamin E. Mays High School to discuss a...
First Lady Rosalynn Carter has been diagnosed with dementia. On May 30, The Carter Foundation revealed the former First Lady’s...
“Any accusation that Congressman Clyburn in any way enabled or facilitated Republican gerrymandering that wouldn’t have otherwise occurred is fanciful,”...
From Stone Mountain to the Stonewall Inn, the #TeachTruth National Day of Action fights back against anti-history legislation. by Jesse Hagopian...
This story is part of “All Those ‘Racial Reckoning’ Promises,” Word In Black’s series exploring the pledges made to the...
One of the most celebrated artists in music, Rock N Roll Hall of Famer, Tina Turner, has died. Dubbed the...
Despite over 280 mass shootings in just the first 150 days of 2023, the urgent call to action in the...
Funeral services for Alicia, affectionately known as “Poochie” or “Scott” were held Wednesday, May 24 at Murray Brothers Funeral Home,...
Maynard Eaton has passed at 73. The 8-time EMMY Award-winning journalist stood as a leading figure in media for nearly...
Photo: Getty Images Elementary schools in Miami-Dade County, Florida have barred the poem read by Amanda Gorman at President Joe...
Photo: Getty Images The NAACP is advising against traveling to Florida as the state has become “hostile to Black Americans.”...
Toni Braxton is weighing in on the “medical complication” that sent Jamie Foxx to the hospital last month after suffering...
Gov. Wes Morleand of Maryland, the first Black governor of that state and the only Black governor in the United...
Tracee Ellis-Ross received an honorary doctorate degree from Spelman College during the 2023 commencement ceremony. The actress/comedienne, who recently produced...
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) officially announced his run for the presidency on Monday, May 22. Scott, the only Black Republican...
By Tacuma Roeback Jim Brown, who was esteemed for his football accomplishments and social activism, has died at 87. “It...
Morehouse College is proud to announce the academic accomplishments of its2023 co–valedictorians Alan Cowan, George Pratt, Darryl Sams, and...
Abudu becomes first African American woman to serve on the 11th Circuit The U.S. Senate made history today by confirming...
by Sonny Messiah Jiles We live in a time when guns are ending far too many lives. Mass shootings and...
Photo: Getty Images Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis Police Officer who fatally knelt on George Floyd, is appealing his case...
MAY 18 1896—The United States Supreme Court issues its infamous ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson. The decision declared the doctrine...
For 90 years, the Atlanta Business League has worked to enhance the business community. Their annual CEO Awards Luncheon, in...
There’s a thin line between revealing a reality of violence and promoting it as culture. Ja Morant is willing to...
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis fought back against Donald Trump’s attempt to have her removed from the 2020 election...
The number of officer involved shootings continue to rise in spite of hundreds, of protests across the nation this year...
Photo: Getty Images Barack Obama is getting candid about his marriage after his wife, Michelle Obama, revealed she “couldn’t stand”...
Georgia lawmakers are late joining the cohort of states across the country to make medical marijuana available to patients suffering...
Vice President Kamala Harris made her third trip to Atlanta in 2023 to headline the Democratic Party of Georgia’s Spring...
Complete text of the President’s commencement speech is below: You are here with your heart and through the heartache, through...
The employment report for April showed that the unemployment rate for Black people in the United States decreased by three-tenths...
It’s Mother’s Day and a lot of us- although we adore our mothers’ – got caught off guard regarding the...
[From left: Michael Paris, Jevon Gibson, Chairman Robb Pitts, Sarah-Elizabeth Langford] On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the Council for Quality Growth and Fulton...
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been involved in an investigation of an officer-involved shooting that took place in the...
Debra Lee stood at the forefront of BET’s growth in terms of business and content during her tenure as the...
Grady Health System announced plans to create make healthcare more accessible in Atlanta. Funded by GA-AIDE, the program allows Grady...
May 10 1837—P.B.S. Pinchback was born in Macon, Ga., to a White plantation owner and a free Black woman. He...
Debra Lee served as CEO of Black Entertainment Television in an era when the cable station found ways to be...
Atlanta will come even more alive with the sound of jazz during the month of May when 31 Days of...
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian revealed some exciting news at the 2023 Met Gala! The tennis legend and her entrepreneur...
Don Lemon may be out at CNN, but he is hardly down. The controversial news anchor who was suddenly and...
Brittney Griner is back from detention in Russia and will officially return to the basketball court on Friday, May 19...
District 4 Council member Jason S. Dozier issued the following statement in response to Grady Health’s expansion in Atlanta’s West...
Mental Health America of Arizona held its 28th Annual SEEDS Conference today, April 27, 2023, to kick off National Mental...
In honor and in celebration of the birth of Coretta Scott King, a new monument was unveiled at the King...
Spelman College announced today, Nikole Hannah-Jones, the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of the 1619 Project and a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine,...
Photo: Getty Images Carolyn Bryant Donham, the white woman whose accusation led to the 1955 lynching of 14-year-old Emmett Till,...
by Tacuma Roeback We lost a giant today. Legendary singer, actor, and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte died from congestive...
Photo: Getty Images President Joe Biden expressed support for the three Tennessee lawmakers who faced expulsion for protesting gun violence...
A New Orleans high school student has shattered a national record by receiving offers from 125 colleges and $9 million...
Chloe Bailey recently returned to her hometown where she was honored with her own day. On April 22, Bailey surprised...
Photo: Getty Images Kim Potter, the former Minnesota police officer who killed 20-year-old Black man Daunte Wright when she allegedly...
If necessity is the mother of invention, demand is the daughter of innovation. That concept was not lost on entrepreneur...
BLACK MUSIC EXCELLENCE TAKES CENTER STAGE: MISSY ELLIOTT, SWV, EVELYN “CHAMPAGNE” KING, JEFFREY OSBORNE AND THE HAWKINS FAMILY NAMED AS...
Students at Emory University, Georgia State University, Agnes Scott College, Morehouse College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Spelman College, and Clark...
President Joe Biden will run for reelection. According to the Detroit News, Biden and his team will release an announcement...
Colin Kaepernick is donating his resources to the family of LaShawn Thompson, a 35-year-old man who died after attorneys said...
The YSL trial continues to operate in chaos. This morning, a YSL attorney was arrested after prescription drugs were allegedly...
The State of Black America, which also drew from information from the Brennan Center, noted that the FBI reported that...
Photo: Kansas City Police Andrew Lester, the 84-year-old Kansas City homeowner charged with shooting Ralph Yarl, a Black teenager who...
Photo: Getty Images A new study has determined that Black people who live in counties with more Black primary care...
by Santura Pegram It is often said that when starting most business ventures, the brains behind any potential endeavor should...
Disease prevention is key to quality of life Mercy Care, a network of primary care clinics that serve the uninsured...
The YSL case which features star rapper Young Thug could be one of the longest trials in the history of...
Actress Marva King is a consummate performer who consistently delivers on stage, in film and in concert. The Diary of...
Photo: Getty Images Clarence Thomas is reportedly updating his financial forms amid the fallout of the bombshell report that accused...
By Congressman James E. Clyburn, Special to the NNPA The Tennessee General Assembly’s expulsion of two African American lawmakers duly...
In 2021, the Sentencing Project reported that the imprisonment rate for Black women – at 62 per 100,000 – was...
Comcast has announced that Sophia Marshall has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications for Comcast’s Central Division, headquartered...
Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING is set to release a new single “Till We Meet Again,” on May 1, 2023. This is not your...
The Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated presents. . . The Pre-Centennial Fashion Show – The Past,...
Richard Allen April 12 1787—Famous Black clergymen Richard Allen and Absalom Jordan organized the Free Africa Society which is believed...
Photo: Getty Images Federal prosecutors have declined to pursue charges in the death of Shanquella Robinson, a 25-year-old North Carolina...
Photo: Getty Images Besides the all too sobering fact that you could lose your child to gun violence and police...
In the 14th year of its Retool Your School program, The Home Depot® awarded 36 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)...
With only 3 weeks left, Atlanta and the whole country get ready to celebrate the life and legacy of Ahmaud...
City Council members Michael Julian Bond and Andrea L. Boone are saddened to announce the passing of Carolyn Long Banks,...
A spokesperson for House Speaker Cameron Sexton said he’d go along with the council if they chose to send Jones...
Two of the nation’s biggest Black media moguls are in a bidding war for majority ownership of the BET television...
Mayor Dickens, Atlanta BeltLine leaders and community members recently broke ground on the 1.3-mile stretch of the Atlanta BeltLine’s Westside...
The backlash has been palpable, and even some Republicans have expressed regret for the actions of party members and House...
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democratic representative from New York, has called for the impeachment of conservative Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas...
A new book titled ‘The Love Jones Cohort’ examines the lifestyles of middle-class Black Americans. Morsa Images/DigitalVision Collection/Getty Images by...
Tennessee State Representatives Justin Jones, Justin Pearson and Gloria Johnson call or gun reform in wake of Nashville school shooting...
A member of the Exonerated Central Park Five fired back at Donald Trump, who previously called for his execution, by...
Photo: Getty Images Four Black students at Harvard University were forced out of their dorm rooms and held at gunpoint...
Photo: Getty Images Progressive Democrat Brandon Johnson will be Chicago’s next mayor. On Tuesday (April 4), Johnson, a Cook County...
Photo: Getty Images Counter protesters in New York City ran Marjorie Taylor Greene out of her own rally intended to...
Stacey Abrams is headed to Washington, D.C. to take on a new role at a prominent HBCU. The former Georgia...
For all the trash-talking and lack of sportsmanship on Clark’s part, Reese received the backlash. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA...
Mayor Andre Dickens celebrated “404 Day” by teaming up with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. On April 4,...
Famed Vegan Brand Will Offer Fans Fresh Takes on Classic Ballpark Fare at the Home of the Atlanta Braves New Location...
The Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated will host a Pre-Centennial Fashion Show at the Atlanta Symphony...
The former Houston City Council member finds herself in hot water after her entire staff quit. By Stacy M. Brown...
Photo: Getty Images The U.S. is considering asking Black Americans on the census if they’re descendants of enslaved people, the...
Former president Donald Trump’s historic indictment drew strong reactions on social media from an Exonerated 5 member, Rep. Maxine Waters,...
Chemico, one of the largest veteran-owned, minority-owned chemical management firms in the United States, has been awarded the prestigious Overdrive...
Tacuma R. Roeback recently joined Real Times Media, Inc., as managing editor of its hallmark Chicago Defender news publication. The acclaimed writer...
Photo: Getty Images A California lawmaker has proposed a bill to create an “Ebony Alert” system to bring home missing...
People of color will likely face the brunt of negative impact following the Supreme Court’s overturning Roe v. Wade, abortion rights advocates...
Following the pandemic, reading proficiency declined to levels not seen since 2005. But, depending on which students you looked at,...
March 29 1981—Dr. Eric Williams, prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago, dies in Port of Spain at the age of...
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens delivered his annual “State of the City” address today. During the speech, Dickens revealed plans to...
Pullman Yards’ newest experience: AlcoHall at Pullman. The historic entertainment district, a 1904 train yard, has lived several lives – from movie...
From Marva Collins to Gloria Ladson Billings, Black women have long sounded the alarm for educational equity and racial justice...
Ziscuit, the grocery search engine that saves shoppers time and money when grocery stores bid to fulfill their shopping lists,...
Photo: Getty Images A Black woman says she experienced sexual harassment from a general manager at a South Carolina barbecue...
Trump took to his Truth Social platform and posted a photo of him swinging a bat to the head of...
DeKalb Entertainment Commission celebrated students from 11 DeKalb County High Schools at the Plaza Theatre in Atlanta at the 5th...
Claybourne Evans, Jr., also known as Clay, stood as a leading figure in the Atlanta music scene. Born and raised...
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Atlanta Hawks and Papa Johns hosted an interactive leadership development workshop as part...
Prom season can be an important time for high school students. To help some underserved students in the Atlanta area...
Photo: Getty Images “The Empress of Soul” has been awarded one of the nation’s highest honors. On Tuesday (March 21),...
Photo: Getty Images A state judge has given the final stamp of approval on a $600 million settlement over the...
Photo: Getty Images Sheryl Lee Ralph has revealed that she was sexually assaulted by a “famous TV judge” at a...
The Coretta and Martin Luther King Jr. memorial sculpture at Boston Common is called ‘The Embrace.’ Lane Turner/The Boston Globe...
The Soft Sheen Products co-founder was a devoted advocate of Chicago’s African-American community. By Tacuma R. Roeback Edward G. Gardner,...
Chef Marcus Samuelsson has garnered worldwide acclaim for opening successful restaurants in Harlem, New York City, Miami, Las Vegas, Bahamas,...
by Ennis Leon Jacobs, Jr. The most advanced industrial democracy on the planet stands today in deep distress, critical societal...
by Maya Pottiger I learned a lot about student data privacy at SXSW EDU. Here are the key takeaways, If you’re...
New Year’s resolutions aside and financial recovery seemingly around the corner from the economic ravages of the pandemic, it’s imperative...
Photo: Getty Images The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has left Black founders and investors with new worries about...
Photo: Juicy Body Goddess’s TikTok A heartwarming TikTok is going viral after a dress shop owner gifted a Black teenager...
by Sherri Kolade The fields of tech, law, construction and that of certain business sectors are in dire need of...
Photo: Getty Images Two of the three white men who killed Ahmaud Arbery are arguing what they did to the...
Photo: Getty Images The Jussie Smollett saga continues as the brothers who were paid by the Empire actor to stage...
UNCF’s prestigious National “A Mind Is …”® Gala convened March 2 in the nation’s capital was a night to remember, raising more than $1...
VANESSA WILLIAMS March 15 1897—The 55th Congress convened with one Black member remaining in the legislative body—George White of North...
Photo: Getty Images Attorneys and family members are urging the FBI to investigate the death of a Black man whose...
Photo: Getty Images 28-year-old Zindell Brown, one of the Americans killed in the Mexico kidnapping earlier this month, had a...
Photo: Getty Images A new study found that the rate of Black babies who died suddenly and unexpectedly surged between...
Getty Images By J. Pharoah Doss Last year, Kanye West was embroiled in controversy over statements deemed antisemitic. Then he...
Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced that the 10TH Annual Bubbles & Bling Gala in...
Photo: Getty Images The Academy declined to award some of our favorite Black stars at the 2023 Oscars. On Sunday...
Photo: Getty Images Many social media users believe Angela Bassett was snubbed at the 2023 Oscars. On Sunday (March 12),...
Photo: Getty Images A Florida street has been renamed after history-making Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. According to The...
A social, spiritual, and economic famine was imminent in Africa, and it has persisted to this day, Cochran claimed without...
by Vicki Crawford, Morehouse College Historian Vicki Crawford was one of the first scholars to focus on women’s roles in...
As a result of technical difficulties and due to upgrades, the NCNW website was down on Friday, March 3, 2023,...
After more than four decades of economic neglect and political volleying, one of Atlanta’s oldest and most beloved communities is...
Photo: Getty Images Marlon Wayans has fired back at Fox News host Tucker Carlson for downplaying the violence that occurred...
Photo: Getty Images Tyler Perry is reportedly in talks to acquire a majority stake of BET. According to the Wall...
Two of the four U.S. citizens who were kidnapped by gunmen in Mexico on Friday (March 3) have been found...
President Joe Biden made a trip to Selma, Alabama to honor the 58th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday.” In 1965, 600...
Michelle Obama is getting candid about how she sobbed “uncontrollably” after the inauguration of former President Donald Trump in January...
The Atlanta (GA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, in collaboration with the Atlanta Cluster Chapters and two Georgia Area Chapters,...
Buckhead will remain a part of Atlanta for the near future. On March 2, the Georgia Senate voted on a...
Photo: Getty Images During Women’s History Month, the Black Information Network is elevating the life and work of Black women...
DeKalb County’s recently passed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance cited for its small box discount retail store distance and...
Regardless of your preference for art – impressionist, representational, minimalist, or abstract – one’s eye for art is totally subjective...
(BPRW) Event provides students with resources, expanded access and money for college! (Black PR Wire) Atlanta, Georgia – National College...
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will step down from her position in the Biden Administration. On Feb. 27, Bottoms...
Google recently collaborated with Spelman Innovation Lab to host the 2023 HBCU Game Jam. Held at the Atlanta University Center...
Annual observance comes after major changes in Georgia state law On February 28, 2023, the Fulton County Board of Health...
Despite being her first time participating in a monologue slam, Garrison emerged victorious. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior...
HB 999 says that all colleges and universities must not spend money on education programs, or other things that support...
Today, Sunday, Feb. 26, Mercedes Benz stadium will honor Atlanta hero Tommy Dortch with a light display worthy of a...
February 22 1950—Basketball legend Julius “Dr. J” Erving is born in Roosevelt, N.Y. He was the most dominant NBA player...
Photo: Getty Images Today, Thursday, Feb. 23 is the state of Georgia’s official recognition of Ahmaud Arbery Day. The day...
Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis is getting closer to indicting former president Donald Trump on election interference charges as a...
Photo: Getty Images CNN anchor Don Lemon will be back on air Wednesday (February 22) following backlash over sexist comments...
Document calls for addressing disparities that limit opportunities in Black communities. The Urban League of Greater Atlanta will release its...
by Julianne Malveaux, NEWS ANALYSIS (TriceEdneyWire.com)—Each year the Association for the Study of African American Life and History sets a...
A Miami preschool is catching heat after children were photographed in blackface. According to CNN, pictures of at least two...
Tyler Perry continues to give back in tremendous ways. The movie mogul recently teamed up with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens...
Photo: Getty Images, Queen Blackwell Twitter Black people have been the subject of several popular memes online. From reacting to...
Atlantans from all walks of life are staggered from the loss of beloved entrepreneur and advocate Tommy w. Dortch. Dortch,...
Nearly six-in-ten want organizations working for Black progress to address the distinct challenges facing Black LGBTQ people Discussions about gender...
It’s time to Power Up as Phi Beta Sigma gears up to host its annual virtual health fair, titled Power...
More than 250 guests will attend the 10th annual Bubbles & Bling fundraiser in Atlanta to benefit Susan G. Komen, the...
The SANS Institute is proud to announce the reopening of the HBCU Cyber Academy application window from February 1, 2023 to...
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Photo: Getty Images Over 200 Alabama high school students staged a walkout on Wednesday (February 8) in protest of officials...
You don’t need a valentine to feel the love in February. Galentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the...
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As featured on the New York Times, Good Morning America, USA Today and Forbes, the famed Black-owned gourmet pizza chain, Slim...
Photo: Getty Images Seven more Memphis police officers are facing discipline in connection to the death of 29-year-old Black man...
The Atlanta Business League pays tribute to one of the most dynamic African American entrepreneurs in the city by making...
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A 70-year-old grandmother in Florida is suing her credit union of 50 years after she was allegedly denied access to...
In honor of Black History Month, Elda Bookstore, located at the New Black Wall Street Market in StoneCrest, Georgia, will...
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Photo: Getty Images Omega Psi Phi, one of the nation’s esteemed Black fraternities, has revoked the memberships of three former...
Every year at the beginning of our nation’s month-long annual celebration of more than 400 years of black influence upon...
Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis is currently in charge of investigating the Tyre Nichols murder. Before taking over as the...
Photo: Getty Images The family of George Floyd, a 46-year-old Black man who was killed at the hands of Minneapolis...
The illustrious Black Greek fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, condemned the Memphis police officers’ brutal and subsequently deadly beating of...
On Sunday, Jan. 29, sports fans were buzzing with anticipation for the find out which teams would go on to...
With protests and outcry over the Tyre Nichols beating and death, we’d like to bring to your attention a powerful...
Popular radio host and on-air personality Rickey Smiley shared heartbreaking news on Sunday, Jan. 29. Smiley announced in a video...
My name is Anne Allen Westbrook and I represent Georgia House District 163, Savannah and Chatham County. This week, Governor Brian...
Hip-hop mogul Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is not the only one taking a huge financial hit from the...
On Dec. 20, 2022, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed comprehensive text amendments to the DeKalb Zoning Ordinance...
By Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan The safety and effectiveness of cannabis as medicine to deal with medical conditions remains a...
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Driving vs Delays: The average Georgia traveler would opt to drive for 5 hours rather than take a one-hour flight. Recent travelers...
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A new report highlights the huge earning gap between Black and white real estate agents. According to the National Association...
Black celebrity menswear designer Miguel Wilson outfitted Governor Wes Moore, the first Black Governor of Maryland for his inauguration and...
Planned Parenthood’s Jamesa Bailey looks at the longterm implications of overturning the right to abortion access in this country and...
Gregory McMichael, one of three men convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery, has been transferred to a medical correctional facility less...
Photo: Getty Images A cousin of Coretta Scott King, the wife of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr., slammed...
Grants aim to connect more Georgians to lifesaving maternity care and education Kaiser Permanente is granting nearly $200,000 to community...
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by Damon Carr, For New Pittsburgh Courier Damon, I came across this meme and I wanted to get your thoughts....
by Jesse Jackson Sr. (TriceEdneyWire.com)—George Santos, a 34-year-old Republican congressman-elect, has gained notoriety before even coming to Washington. He was...
The Black Press has been the primary voice of the Black community for 196 years. It informs those who are...
Photo: Getty Images Nominees for the 54th NAACP Image Awards have been unveiled. On Thursday (January 12), the annual award show’s nominations...
Quest Community Development receives grant from NeighborWorks America to help increase access to services for the most vulnerable population in...
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“Black and brown students carry a heavy burden in the debt-for-diploma system” says Bottom Line, a national college admission and...
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Photo: Getty Images Dr. Dre says he never gives politicians permission to use his music, especially Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene,...
New York Democratic Rep. Hakeem Jeffries provided a masterclass on leadership during the house speakership debacle and served up a...
The City of South Fulton, in conjunction with Fulton County CDBG, is accepting applications for its Rental and Mortgage Assistance...
The NNPA’s Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D interviews Dr. David S. Wilson, 10th President of Baltimore MD’s Morgan State University. On...
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Course Brings Dr. King’s Philosophy of Nonviolence to Scale Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of the Martin Luther King, Jr....
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital launches a high-risk breast program this month, providing a more comprehensive early detection program to women in...
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In the aftermath of 24-year-old Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin going into cardiac arrest, many are questioning whether the NFL...
Photo: Getty Images Gabrielle Union is opening up about the challenges of her “dysfunctional” marriage to former NFL player Chris...
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by J. Pharoah Doss, For New Pittsburgh Courier In 2014, Michael Brown, a Black teenager, was fatally shot by a...
by Alan Hughes When Terri-Nichelle Bradley sought out much-needed capital for her business, she had everything in order – ties...
by Hiram Jackson I can’t say that enough, and I say it often. The term Black excellence refers to a high...
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Photo: Getty Images A jury has found former Fort Worth, Texas police officer Aaron Dean guilty of manslaughter in the...
by Sherri Kolade On Tuesday, December 13, the first day of a U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington D.C., brings Africa...
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Ben Crump, the renowned civil rights attorney and freedom fighter, elicited the night’s biggest applause when he accepted the newly...
Spelman College honored Spike Lee’s family by renaming the College’s Admissions Office in honor of the well-known film director’s grandmother...
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Black Voters Matter Partners with Disney in Georgia to Host Free Screenings of Marvel’s Black Panther “Wakanda Forever” In Statewide...
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Former President Barack Obama raises hands with Stacey Abrams and U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock at a Oct. 28, 2022, campaign...
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The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Partners with the Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business Effort seeks to increase more...
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Photo: Getty Images Former first lady Michelle Obama got candid about how she deals with self-doubt, fear, and anxiety ahead...
by Alan Hughes Access to capital – whether through banking or investment – is a longstanding challenge for Black entrepreneurs...
An undervaluation of a home is rarely corrected. Discriminatory treatment is harmful (and should be prevented) in any setting; in...
Photo: Getty Images Conservative political commentator Candace Owens, who once referred to Donald Trump as “the savior” of the free...
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The construction of Barack Obama’s presidential center in Chicago has been halted as police investigate a large noose that was...
by Merecedes J. Williams, For New Pittsburgh Courier When an actor dies, the character typically dies with them. After an...
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Photo: Getty Images The city and state of New York have agreed to pay $36 million to two men who...
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Community Activists to Speak to Middle School-Age Kids, Their Parents Verge Alliance is teaming up with The King Center...
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The Senate debate between Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock turned into an event that resembled a comedy sketch. During a...
An HBCU president has accused deputies of targeting a bus holding university students after they searched the vehicle during a...
The Driving Force Internship program provides HBCU students with multimedia career development with the goal of increasing automobile industry diversity,...
A Texas police officer will walk free after being found not guilty in the 2019 shooting death of a Black...
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On Saturday, Sept. 24, 4000 foodies, fashionistas and cultural enthusiasts gathered at Pemberton Place surrounded by the World of Coca-Cola,...
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The tables have turned on four Georgia Corrections officers who routinely abused and brutalized inmates after the four were found...
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Morehouse President Dr. David Thomas joined Ja Rule (ICONN / The Painted House) Tanya Sam (The Painted House), Herb Rice...
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Over the last four school years, Black teachers have overwhelmingly asked for these five books in their DonorsChoose requests. by Maya...
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Black Information Network Multi-hyphenate entertainer Solange Knowles has landed a historic role as a ballet composer. On Monday (August 15),...
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She just wanted to get a free item from Victoria’s Secret and now she’s pressing charges. Ijeoma Ukenta, a Nigerian-American...
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), Chairwoman of the House Committee on Financial Services, joined a Congressional delegation to San Diego to...
IN MEMORIAM: Civil Rights Legend Bob Moses Dies at 86 By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Robert...
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John Lewis’ Fight for a Just Democracy Continues One Year After His DeathCivil Rights Hero Remembered as Voting Rights Come...
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Commissioner Arrington to Host ‘It Takes A Village’ School Supply Drive Fulton County District 5 Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington, Jr....
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Zaila Avant-garde twirled around in a spin, her smile radiating from...
The Memorial Foundation Announces Onexia Thompson of Grayson, Georgia as 2021 Social Justice Fellow Georgia resident joins young leaders from...
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The Coca-Cola Co. has pledged to almost double its ad spending with minority-owned media, the latest in a wave of...
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Temple University has selected Dr. Jason Wingard as its 12th president and...
Biden Speaks on Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic Disqualification by Sherri Kolade Track star Sha’Carri Richardson’s is still Black Girl Magic personified,...
Brian Kemp’s Failure to Lead on COVID-19 Haunts Re-Election Bid With Brian Kemp officially launching his re-election bid this weekend,...
As principal of North Charleston High School in South Carolina, an area where 20 percent of residents live in poverty,...
Yvonne Elizabeth Southall Bankston was all about family. She died peacefully on June 26, with loving family members by her...
NO BILL: GRAND JURY FAILS TO INDICT EX-TROOPER JACOB GORDON THOMPSON LEWIS FAMILY RESPONDS TO FAILURE TO INDICT ON MURDER...
The $100 Million Dollar Man Senator Darius Brown delivers for the Second Senate District and African American Institutions. How does...
Internal Revenue Service Web Portal for Child Tax Credit Gives Non-filers Until July 15 to Declare Eligibility“We’ve got to make...
City of Atlanta Lifts Application Moratorium on Outdoor Events for up to 49,999 Persons Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued an...
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DREAM PARTNERS WITH ANTHEM FOR “MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS NIGHT” TODAY, JUNE 29 Virtual Mental Health Panel Featuring Dream Players Headlines...
The 2021 BET Awards, honoring Black excellence in entertainment and sports, were presented Sunday, June 28 and the show was...
Word In Black – A Groundbreaking Collaboration of the Nation’s Leading Black News Publishers The Michigan Chronicle is a proud...
The U.S. Department of Justice announced it is taking definitive action and is suing the State of Georgia over the...
NCAA statement on U.S. Supreme Court decision: “While today’s decision preserves the lower court ruling, it also reaffirms the NCAA’s...
Visitors Can Experience Departure by Charly Palmer When Hammonds House Museum Reopens on June 25 After more than a year,...
DREAM PARTNERS WITH ANTHEM AND FREE99FRIDGE FOR FIRST “ATLANTA DREAM FOOD DRIVE” OF THE SEASON Food Drive to Address Food...
Dr. M. Brian Blake, executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at George Washington University, has been named Georgia...
Pulitzer Board Issues Special Citation to Darnella Frazier for George Floyd video Documenting heinous crime. The teen who bravely videotaped...
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia The U.S. Senate on Monday, June 14, confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson...
Internal Revenue Service Launches Web Portal for Child Tax Credit, Giving Non-filers Four Weeks to Declare Eligibility“The 1 month deadline...
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Hip Hop and business icon Dr. Dre said he lasted just two...
City Enters Phase 4 of Reopening Plan on Wednesday ATLANTA— The City of Atlanta entered Phase 4 of its Reopening...
“Hear me clearly: America is not a racist country,” said South Carolina Republican Tim Scott, the only African American Republican...
Leading Black Media Company Real Times Media and its Michigan Chronicle to Host GM Chairman & CEO Mary Barra for...
Arts & Entertainment Atlanta will host its second-ever digital exhibit, The South Got Something to Say, from June 1-July 31....
King & Spalding LLP Partners with Russell Center to Support Black Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Effort Highlights Firm’s Commitment to...
Actor Clarence Williams III, who starred as Lincoln Hayes on the countercultural ABC drama, “The Mod Squad” and as superstar...
Established by the Beacon Hill Black Alliance for Human Rights in partnership with the City of Decatur, a celebration of...
by Black Press USA (BlackPressUSA) — The Black Economic Alliance Foundation (BEA), in collaboration with Wells Fargo, launched the Black...
Burlington Raised More Than $2 Million from its Customers for UNCF to Help Students Achieve Their Dreams of Higher Education...
The Minority Business Development Agency is now accepting proposals for the MBDA Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Equity Multiplier Project. Despite...
Kymberly Pinder, an internationally recognized scholar of race, representation, and murals, has been appointed the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Dean of...
With just weeks to go before the official sentencing of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of the...
Ambassador Andrew Young, former Woodruff Arts CEO will ask Fulton Commission to pass $206M Rescue Plan Commissioners to take final...
New York, NY, June 1, 2021 – On June 19th, 2021, millions of Americans will come together to honor a...
Tennis phenom Naomi Osaka has dropped out of the French Open only a few days after making a public announcement...
The Southern Christian Leadership Conference Is Joining A Lawsuit Against the State of Georgia For Passing A Bill to Restrict...
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a light on longstanding health care disparities and amplified the importance of clinical trial diversity,...
A Year After George Floyd Murder, More Change Still Needed Wade Henderson, interim president and CEO of The Leadership Conference...
Senator Raphael Warnock and Rep. Nikema Williams and Sen. Raphael Warnock Announce Bicameral Legislation to Help People Register to Vote...
Historic Day, Historic Nominee: Kristen Clarke Becomes the First Woman Confirmed to Lead the Civil Rights Division at the Department...
Low Awareness of Child Tax Credit Payments Could Exclude Poorest American Households The child benefit payments, set to begin on...
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Votes to Strengthen Defenses Against Hate Crimes, Protect AAPI Communities Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) issued the following...
Fulton County about to “let it RIP!” Commissioners to vote on Rescue Implementation Plan ( RIP ) that targets $206...
Bill Cosby’s Attorney Appears to Score Points in Supreme Court Argument By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia...
Gov. Kemp ends $300 subsidies to unemployed On Thursday, May 13 Governor Brian P. Kemp and Georgia Department of Labor...
Pharaoh’s Conclave and DoorDash Break Digital Barriers at Morris Brown College to Engage Minority Youth in eSports and STEAM Careers....
NAACP launches ‘COVID. KNOW MORE,’ an innovative, timely new initiative empowering Black Americans with the latest information, resources and updates on...
When students return to school their post-pandemic emotional well-being could be an issue. A new study reveals that teachers expect...
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ Anti-Violence Advisory Council Named Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has convened an impressive Anti-Violence Advisory Council to...
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation to launch $1 million partnership with Clark Atlanta University to establish the NCBCP...
Spare our Children’s Children: Ending the Cycle of Racial Trauma By Dr. Keith Magee When the managers at Donald Trump’s...
Six-Part Poster Series Will Benefit the Henry Louis Aaron Fund to Promote Diversity in Baseball The Atlanta Braves this week...
Services Set to Honor the Life of Former Atlanta City Council Member C.T. Martin The community is honoring former Atlanta...
Mario B. Williams isn’t afraid to speak truth to power. From suing the Trump administration four times to securing adequate...
Veteran Business Executive Forms Minority-Owned Professional Services and Corporate Advisory Holding Company Jarvis Stewart will serve as chairman and CEO...
In a move that shocked Georgia political circles, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced she would not seek re-election later...
The hits keep coming. Garrett Rolfe the Atlanta Police officer who shot Rayshard Brooks in his back twice has been...
The IRS will introduce the next stimulus check, by this summer, to allow parents to receive up to $3,600 per...
Georgia Muslim Voter Project: Nonprofit that provides refreshments to voters in line joins suit against new suppression lawBy Esther Schrader On...
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Comcast Awards $1 Million to 100 Black, Indigenous and People of Color-Owned Small Businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park 84...
Fulton County announces reopening of 32 branch libraries The Fulton County Library System has announced the reopening of 32 branch libraries,...
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By Whitney Gresham Derek Chauvin, the fired and disgraced Minneapolis police officer, arrested and then kneeled with his knee on...
Judge in Chauvin Trial Checks Maxine Waters While Judge Peter Cahill, the judge overseeing the trial proceedings against Derek Chauvin...
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Today, Democracy for All 2021 Action, a coalition of advocates, labor groups, and community organizations representing millions of Americans, launched...
Invest Atlanta building unique affordable mixed-use development will put more teachers near communities they serve Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms today...
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RNC’s livestream of the 2020 Republican National Convention, U.S. Rep. Vernon Jones (D-GA) addresses the virtual convention on August 24,...
Today, Fulton County Commissioners began the process of legally challenging the State of Georgia over Senate Bill or SB202. In...
While protesters gathered for the fourth consecutive night in the Minneapolis suburb of Brooklyn Center to protest the fatal shooting...
Executive director Leatrice Ellzy Wright (right, with Spelman College Museum of Fine Arts’ curator Anne Collins Smith) has led Hammonds...
PepsiCo has initiated a new effort to fight childhood hunger while supporting women-led small businesses. The initiative is a joint...
TriVersity Construction has announced James Watkins, the contractor’s president and COO, recently purchased aminority ownership stake in the firm. CEO...
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Special Agent James Reyerson of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and LAPD law enforcement expert Sgt. Jody Stiger testify...
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Testimony resumes today, Wednesday, March 31 in the Derek Chauvin murder trial of George Floyd. On Tuesday, Day 2 of...
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The Fifth Third Foundation today announced the recipients of $1.2 million in grants for Black, woman-owned businesses and the organizations...
Scammers are using a new trick to steal your money and personal information: a bogus COVID vaccine survey. by Colleen...
On Monday, March 22, Kim Janey was installed as the first Black female Mayor of Boston in one of that...
Rebuilding Hope, Justice, Equity, and Equality — Women of Power Summit Includes Annual Gathering Featuring Roundtable Discussions With Elected Leaders,...
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By NNPA Alpha Kappa Alpha Founder’s Great Great Grand Daughter, Chantel Harris, Celebrates Iconic Daughters this Women’s History Month To...
664 Richest Americans Now Worth a Collective $4.2 Trillion, Up 44% Since COVID Shutdowns Began in March 2020 American billionaires...
County’s Department for HIV Elimination to see 40 percent increase in funds from Federal grant The Fulton County Department of...
Derek Chauvin trial lawyers following Friday’s announcement that the Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously to award George Floyd’s family a...
AMBI® Skincare, developed by and for people of color and a trusted name in the beauty industry for more than...
PRNewswire/ — TiiCKER™, a Detroit-based fintech startup that engages, verifies and rewards retail investors through stock perks, today announced an...
2021 Golden Globe® Ambassador Jackson Lewis Lee Shines Spotlight on Big Brothers Big Sisters from Awards Show Stage The son...
Hires solidify Real Times Media as a diverse, digitally focused media platform Real Times Media (RTM) is proud to welcome...
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Dr. Bryant T. Marks Heightens Awareness of Implicit Bias that Fuels Racial Discrimination Morehouse alum Bryant T. Marks, Ph.D., one...
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Black American Hero and Civil Rights Activist Vernon Jordan Dies at 85. Vernon Eulion Jordan Jr. (August 15, 1935 –...
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Brewer will be the only Black woman heading a Fortune 500 company by Ashley StevensonThe Michigan Chronicle On March 15,...
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Bank of America In Partnership with Morehouse College, Spelman College and the Black Economic Alliance Foundation, the Initiative is Powered...
New Report Details the Big Tobacco Targets Black Communities and the Devastating Health ImpactReport Calls for Eliminating Menthol Cigarettes and...
Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms appointed former Fulton County Magistrate Judge Stephanie C. Davis to serve on the Atlanta Municipal...
Businessman, George Wells to Donate Seven-Figure Gifts to Morehouse College Founder and Chairman of Wells Group of New York and...
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Congresswoman Beatty Introduces Black History Month Resolutions Measures expand on goals and ideals of Black History Month U.S. Congresswoman Joyce...
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Group Hosts a Candid Conversation for Teens and Parents Discussing Violence Against Blacks The Buckhead/Cascade City Chapter of The Links,...
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and FUSE Corps Welcome Atlanta’s First-Ever HIV Executive Fellow Executive Fellow to Help Target Health Inequities...
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by Munson Steed To commemorate this year’s Black History Month, rolling out and Penguin Random House have launched #AmplifyBlackStories: a...
Washington D.C.’s Washington’s Football Team did the thing recently by naming Jennifer King their assistant running backs coach for the...
Emory alum Maggie Anderson and her family gained international attention in 2009 as they lived out her public pledge to...
Atlanta City Council Member Andrea L. Boone Recognized as ESPN’s Celebration Bowl #HometownHero District 10 Councilmember Andrea L. Boone was...
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Statement by President Joe Biden on Black History Month This February, during Black History Month, I call on the American...
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The City of Atlanta Resume Enforcement of On-street Parking Effective immediately, the City of Atlanta Department of Transportation will resume...
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The Race Continues to Free Matthew Rushin a Black Autistic Man Wrongfully Convicted After a Car Accident Matthew Rushin was wrongfully...
MLB Hall of famer and humanitarian leader Hank Aaron dies at 86 According to an Aaron family insider, Aaron died...
Former first lady Michelle Obama was radiant at the inauguration and “Extra’s” Cheslie Kryst got a chance to speak with...
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In a parting act of this predictably perilous president, it appears that Donald Trump may deliver on at least one...
Throughout the month of January, hundreds of volunteers will lead and support service efforts across the country to honor the...
Commissioner Kirkland Carden To Vote To Remove Gwinnett’s Confederate Monument, Making Good On Key Campaign Promise On Tuesday, January 19...
Senator-elect Jon Ossoff to Participate in Virtual MLK Jr. Weekend Celebrations This weekend, United States Senator-elect Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) will...
MLK Day Celebration focuses on the education of ‘The Beloved Community’ “The function of education is to teach one to...
MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM PARTNERS WITH FULTON COUNTY TO HOST COVID-19 VACCINE DISTRIBUTION January 13, 2021 – ATLANTA, GA – Mercedes-Benz Stadium,...
Atlanta region receives over $2.48 million in grants from the Community Foundation Investments support affordable housing, Black arts, education, mental...
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser imposes strict security precautions before inauguration Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is imposing robust and...
Maxine WatersWaters Urges Lawmakers, D.C. Residents, to Remain Safe as Right-Wing Extremists Protest Election Results NNPA NEWSWIRE — Congresswoman Maxine Waters...
Black Woman Takes Over as Chief of U.S. Capitol Police NNPA Newswire — Yogananda Pittman, a Morgan State graduate, takes...
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On Wednesday, Jan. 6, the Black Women’s Roundtable along with the entire world witnessed a brazen insurrection and an attempted...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Takes Further Actions on Criminal Justice Reform Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced additional actions to further...
$900 Billion Federal Stimulus: What’s In it, What’s Not, What Remains By Charlene Crowell Although a New Year has begun,...
Organizers in Georgia are working today in the final stretch before the polls close to mobilize an historic number of...
On Election Day, Georgia Democrats Encourage Georgians to Vote, Stay In Line, and Use The Voter Protection Hotline On November...
A recorded call between Donald Trump and Brad Raffensperger released by The Washington Post has shocked voters and adds to...
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia The importance of the Senate runoff elections in Georgia cannot be...
SBA Launches Largest Expansion of Women’s Business Centers in 30 Years20 Women’s Business Centers to Open Across America Supporting Women-Owned...
Oprah Winfrey to Host Virtual Town Hall to Encourage Georgia Voters on the Eve of Runoff ElectionsAtlanta’s own Helen Butler,...
Pandemic Relief and the Georgia ElectionsBy Ben Jealous Fair warning: this isn’t a traditional Christmas-week column. If we think of...
Lendio, the nation’s leading small business loan marketplace, today announced it has relaunched its streamlined online application for small business...
IN MEMORIAM: Dr. Susan Moore — Black Doctor Dies of COVID-19, Sets Off AlarmsNNPA NEWSWIRE — Dr. Susan Moore’s Facebook...
5 Ways Small Businesses Can Grow After Emerging From Disruption The pandemic made 2020 a difficult year for many small...
An Open Letter to Voters: Why Georgia Is Important To Black America Black voters across the country turned out in...
City of Atlanta Continues to Support Atlanta’s Art Community during Economic Challenges Resulting from the COVID-19 Pandemic Over $1.7 Million...
Bank of America Awards $6.3 Million to 96 Atlanta Nonprofits in 2020 Philanthropic Grants and Donations Focused on Coronavirus Relief...
Black-owned restaurants across Atlanta help celebrate civic engagement with special offers Chef Todd Richards and a collective of soul food...
No Kid Hungry Georgia Promotes School Meal Programs during the pandemic and supports districts efforts to reach all students As...
by J. Pharoah Doss, For New Pittsburgh Courier President-elect Joe Biden told the American people, “My administration’s going to look...
Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Features Top-10 Showdown with No. 9 Georgia vs. No. 8 Cincinnati Bearcats and Bulldogs to meet for...
Ossoff and Rev. Warnock Take Carter Center Pledge to Disavow Violence, Disenfranchisement in Runoff Election, Call on Opponents to Join...
DETROIT, Michigan—Real Times Media (RTM), a Detroit-based multimedia holding company, announced today a new partnership with Second Street, the market...
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-Massachusetts) is not shy when it comes to speaking her mind, especially when other people’s lives are...
Black students aren’t learning online. The sudden switch to remote learning wiped out academic gains for many students in America,...
Thirty-three years ago, with hit singles like “You Got the Look,” “Adore,” “Housequake,” Prince did the unthinkable. by Stacy M....
The Atlanta Hawks Become the First Professional Sports Team to Secure Financing with Black-Owned Banks for $35 Million Refinancing of...
“Bottom line, it’s our attitude. At some point we decide that we believe that all people are created equal or...
Atlanta Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Donates to Hosea Helps The Atlanta Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was pleased to...
Fulton County to Host Community Conversation for Teens “Talk That Talk” to link teens with Behavioral Health professionals via Zoom...
Stopping the Exploitation of Prisoners and Their Families Requires More Comprehensive SolutionsBy Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. 2020 brought renewed...
Multi Grammy Award-winning platinum selling artist, Lecrae, has received two 2021 Grammy Award nominations this year. The first in the...
Georgia Democrats Remind Georgians to Check Registration Status, Register to Vote by Midnight December 7 With the voter registration deadline...
(TriceEdneyWire.com)—Leave it to Donald Trump to run brazen subversion—refusal to accept the decision of the voters in the presidential election...
They are the ultimate fashion statement. They are a mark of beauty. They are a symbol ofpower. They are the...
Archbishop Wilton Gregory becomes the first Black American Cardinal in the Catholic church’s history. Archbishop Gregory was born and raised...
Black Leadership Matters Dr. David E. Jackson @dejacksonii Black lives matter – shout it from the housetops! But merely asserting...
In “A Promised Land”, The Presidential Memoirs, Volume One, Barack Obama delivers his very personal and candid reflections of his...
Black collegians are missing campus life during COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic is putting unprecedented pressure on Black, Brown and White...
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Horizon Theatre Partners with Global HIV/AIDS Organization for World AIDS Day Premiere of Love, M. starring Greenleaf’s Lamman Rucker In...
Atlanta City Council Member Andrea Boone and Grammy Award-Winning Artist and Actor T.I. Hosting Drive-Thru Event with Over 1,000 Turkeys Tuesday....
RECALLING HIS COMPASSION AND STRONG SENSE OF SOCIAL JUSTICE, NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE MOURNS THE PASSING OF MAYOR DINKINS David Norman Dinkins,...
Campaign Zero Launches ‘End All No-Knocks’ Campaign to Ban Dangerous Police Practice of High-Risk Raids Campaign Zero’s team is already...
“It is imperative that we continue the work of creating opportunitiesthat will allow our children to thrive in the generations...
Atlanta City Council Statement on the Passing of Winston Minor The Atlanta City Council released the following statement after the...
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Who is Quawan “Bobby” Charles, and why are some comparing his...
Starting Black Friday, Nov. 27 through Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 you have the power to change lives. Join millions of...
The Truist Foundation Awards Purpose Built Communities $7 Million Grant Grant to advance work to improve health outcomes, economic mobility...
Celebrity Hair Gurus to Give Away $250,000 in Services and Products at Damienne Flagler’s ATL Area Salon Suites Grand Opening...
The father and son hit squad, Gregory McMichael and Travis McMichael, facing charges in the Feb. 23 shooting death of...
How do you want to die? By Julianne Malveaux For a lot of people, especially in the Black community, conversations...
“I’m not afraid of criticism, and “Protect Black women” should not be controversial.” Megan Thee Stallion In the weeks leading...
Sickle Cell Foundation of GA Says All Patients Stand to Lose with a Repeal of the Affordable Care Act The...
From Army Veteran to Veteran Entrepreneur Louis James Parlays A Tour of Duty into Business Success On this Veteran’s Day...
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Ben Carson, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), has tested positive for the coronavirus, a HUD spokesperson said...
The Cone+ makes smoking a pre-rolled joint less harmful The introduction of The Cone+ and it’s responding to the growing...
By Roz Edward While the focus of virtual learning during school closings and in-person restrictions to ensure ongoing and quality...
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Philadelphia Police Kill Black Man as People Cast Final Votes Nov. 3Churches, Civil Rights Groups, Activists, Say Justice is at...
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Jerel Clavo, a promising film student from Fayette County High has been announced winner of Social Cinema’s Vote Your Voice...
The Sacredness of the Right to Vote Revisiting 2004 in 2020 by Rev. Dr. Kenneth E. Harris President and Professor...
Statement of In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda President and CEO Marcela Howell on Amy Coney...
THE RESSLER GERTZ FAMILY FOUNDATION AND HAWKS INVESTING $40 MILLION IN ATLANTA, BOLSTERING ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT IN BLACK COMMUNITY AND EXPANDING...
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On Saturday, Oct. 24, the first-ever Vote Early Day, MTV is partnering with top artists to bring one-of-a-kind, pop-up art...
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Manuel Longoria was carrying nothing but a rosary when he was shot to death by a sheriff’s deputy, 50 feet...
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Working in harmonious collaboration with the county, City of Stonecrest Mayor Jason Lary welcomed hundreds of voters to DeKalb County’s...
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“[Last night’s] debate was a historic moment. This was the first time a Black Woman has ever participated in a...
GAE files lawsuit on the handling of public school reopenings by Lisa Morgan ATLANTA – Today, the Georgia Association of...
STATE FARM ARENA TO EXPAND EARLY-VOTING OPERATIONS FOR GENERAL ELECTION The Award-Winning Venue Will Provide Staffing and a Safe, Accessible...
Releasing the recording in the Breonna Taylor grand jury proceedings instead of the transcript might not satisfy Taylor’s family or...
Authorities are offering a $10,000 reward as they continue to search for the person who shot actor Thomas Jefferson Byrd...
Cobb County Media Examiners Rules 17-Year-Old Vincent Truitt Death aHomicide “The fact that there was no soot or stippling on...
Morehouse College Gets an “A” for its Liberal Arts Core Curriculum Each year, the American Council of Trustees and Alumni...
DeKalb Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson announces Second Annual ‘Lock-in for Life’ Featuring panel discussions, celebrity appearances, a TikTok dance-off, music and...
Release: Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Answers the Question ‘Why Trump?’ In her confusing memoir, human...
Queen Latifah is not holding back her feelings about 2020. She told “Extra’s” Nate Burleson, “This whole year has been...
Is Social Media Dead? Filmmaker, Samuel Wofford thinks so. 2020 has felt like one big “Black Mirror” episode, and for...
As more states continue to legalize marijuana, access to expungement and marijuana conviction relief for Black Americans must remain a...
NeNe Leakes is opening up to “Extra’s” Billy Bush about her exit from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” Leakes, a...
Wealth gap costs over last two decades: $2.7 trillion in Black income, $16 trillion to U.S. economy By Charlene Crowell...
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump tested positive for coronavirus, the President tweeted early Friday morning. Trump who...
Dazzling, Dreamlike, Defiant Dance is Featured at ELEVATE Art Festival This year’s ELEVATE Art Festival examines arts and culture through...
HOW COVID-19 IS RESHAPING EDUCATION Reported and written by Word In Black Word in Black is a news collaborative representing...
Fulton County Judge Dismisses Attempted Voter Roll Purge Lawsuit Sought to Force Elections Board to Convene Hearings Challenging the Eligibility...
Attorneys for Bill Cosby Lay Out Why Supreme Court Should Toss Conviction NNPA NEWSWIRE — Cosby’s lawyers remain convinced that...
tlanta City Council to Hold Special Called Meeting WednesdayATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will hold a special called meeting remotely...
Georgia Democrats blast Trump ahead of his Georgia visit ATLANTA — Today, after the latest AJC poll shows that Donald...
COVID-19 Response Fund – $130K awarded to recipients nine Metro Atlanta schools. Made possible by donations from the R. Howard...
Fort Valley State University maintains its third consecutive year as Georgia’s No. 1 public Historically Black College and University (HBCU),...
The Office of the City Solicitor in Partnership with Maximum Impact, the Atlanta Police Department and the Atlanta Fire and...
Attorney Ben Crump, Co-counsels and Family of Breonna Taylor Issue Statement on Civil Suit Settlement, Police Reforms Attorneys for the...
Community organization, GaVotingWorks, convenes Georgia businesses and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger at kick-off event around urgent election support and...
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and philanthropist Robert F. Smith to be honored at Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under...
Goodwill of North Georgia is #1 in the Nation for Workforce Development Nonprofit Helped More Than 27,000 People Get Jobs...
THE NATIONAL BLACK COLLEGE ALUMNI HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION, INC.ANNOUNCES THE HONOREES FOR INDUCTION INTO HALL OF FAME 2020 CLASS...
Georgia Faith Leaders Call Out Trump’s Broken Promises and Cruel Policies While Eric Trump stumped with Evangelicals in Forsyth County...
Mayor Bottoms Announces City to Move Back to Phase II of Reopening Plan ATLANTA—Mayor Bottoms announced Atlanta will transition to...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), announced on Friday, Sept. 11 that T.I. charged with fraudulent investment activity, Clifton “T.I.”...
Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill announced the firing of at least one Clayton County deputy police involved in brutalizing and...
The Lost Wages Assistance Program FAQ’s The Georgia Department of Labor announced that claimants who qualify for the Lost Wages...
GMSDC to Kick off Minority Business Opportunity Week in GeorgiaState and local governments proclaim minority business excellence The Georgia Minority...
Parents Navigate Georgia’s K–12 online education for disabled studentsPlan for the Future As Georgia students and families get back to...
Phi Beta Sigma celebrates the legacy of brother John Lewis Americans and advocates for freedom from around the world continue...
Atlanta City Council President Felicia A. Moore Releases Statement Regarding Crime Activity During Labor Day Weekend Atlanta City Council President...
Georgia Unions and supporters speak out against Donald Trump’s attacks on working Georgians Yesterday, Labor Day, people across Georgia celebrated...
A documentary about the murder of Bothan Jean is set to air on Thursday, Sept. 10 The intense and emotionally...
The ACLU of Georgia and Hands On Atlanta are joining forces to recruit volunteers, so that our state has enough...
Emory Acquires Papers of Black Panther Party Activist Kathleen Cleaver Emory University has acquired the personal papers of Black Panther...
3rd Annual Atlanta Fashion Polo Classic takes place at Atlanta Polo Club The Miguel Wilson Collection hosts 3rd Annual Atlanta...
The SCLC, the organization first led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., to Lead campaign to help Jacob Blake secure...
Black Restaurant Week Atlanta Serves Up Heritage Atlanta’s Black Culinary Celebration continues its crusade to support the black restaurant business...
A police shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin has ignited resident rage and protests. A man, identified as Jacob Blake, is in...
Conservative Clergy of Color slams hypocritical Chicago mayor for protecting her home while letting city burn. “I have a right...
In her historic speech accepting the vice presidential nomination for the Democratic party, Sen. Kamala Harris introduced her family —...
ACLU Report Shows Despite COVID-19, Fatal Police Shootings Continue ...
Facebook Announces $40M in Grants to Black-Owned Businesses; Additional Commitments to Support the Black Community Facebook today announced an update...
Morehouse School of Medicine and UnitedHealth Group Collaborate to Help Expand COVID-19 Research and Health Equity for Individuals with Sickle...
The following article is the second of a four-part series spotlighting Atlanta’s rich social scene, prior to the meteoric success...
Former first lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention Below are remarks from former first lady...
NAACP Calls Attacks on Postal Service “Unprecedented Threat to Democracy” The NAACP strongly condemns the Trump administration’s deliberate attempt to...
On Monday, Aug. 17 at 6:00 p.m. (EST), join Black Women for Biden-Harris for a digital presentation of Envisioning A...
Democrats Add Powerful Voices for Unity and Change to 2020 DNC Lineup Four leaders who inspire Americans everywhere to speak...
A Queens man echoing what’s become a slogan for Black Lives Matter protesters, a stocky security guard yelled “I can’t...
National study shows poor, low-income people strategic in 15 states Potential poor and low-income voters across the country have the...
School reopening will be the primary agenda item today at 9:30 a.m., as Georgia school districts reopen in-person classes while...
National study shows poor, low-income voters strategic in 25 states Release of a groundbreaking study, by a researcher at Columbia...
Governor Kemp has signed legislation that will provide a process for rehabilitated Georgians to move beyond their criminal history by...
Hosea Helps Continues to Serve: Launches Facebook Live Campaign, Special Guest: NAACP’s James Woodall Atlanta legacy, local non-profit advocacy group...
On heels of the first anniversary of the release of Disney’s “The Lion King,,” we now have the visuals to...
Georgia Tech New Georgia Smart Communities Challenge Winners Empower Development Throughout the State Community Projects Selected in Clayton County, Sandy...
(NewsUSA) – Older Americans have actually been coping far better than younger ones during the coronavirus pandemic, according to new...
AMERICANTBREATHE makes a major statement for racial unity As local and international leaders respond to this time of unprecedented change...
Childhood disability initiated former Grady Hospital worker’s career path of helping people through medicine By Timothy Cox, Special to Atlanta...
For centuries, sport has served as a catalyst to bring people together, fuel rivalries and foster inspiration. Sport also has...
Atlanta City Council Approves Legislation Setting Penalties for Street Racing, Adopts Ordinance for Peace Museum Complex at Rodney Cook Sr....
Around 500 armed demonstrators wearing all-black uniforms marched with the “Not F****** Around Coalition” Saturday in Louisville, Kentucky, drawing hundreds...
Trump and Carson’s Latest Attack on Fair Housing Racially Motivated and Unlawful Statements from Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under...
The family of George Floyd filed a lawsuit on July 15th in federal court against the four officers involved in...
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today it paid over $1 billion in unemployment benefits last week, more than the...
Georgia Hits Second Deadliest Day Of Coronavirus Deaths as Kemp Insists On Anti-Mask Lawsuit The state reported 78 Georgia coronavirus...
Commissioner Larry Johnson Elected 1st Vice President of National Association of Counties DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson has been elected...
SUSAN G. KOMEN GREATER ATLANTA ANNOUNCES VIRTUAL 2020 MORE THAN PINK WALK Decision Prioritizes and Protects Participants’ Health and Safety During COVID-19 Susan G....
The most significant event in sports this year may be a boxing battle between two former champions in their 50s....
ATLANTA – Yesterday, after performing for Donald Trump’s ego at a campaign stop, Brian Kemp took his dangerous disregard for...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Kristy is a customer-first business leader with deep home lending experience. She has been an inspiring and...
Several members of the Atlanta City Council have issued statements following the passing of Congressman John Lewis: “With the passing...
Four months after Breonna Taylor’s tragic killing on March 13, signers from all 196 UN registered countries call for Justice...
Seventeen-term Georgia Congressman John Lewis, often referred to as “a living saint,” died Friday night following a valiant battle with...
During this past July 4th weekend, we saw senseless gun violence in major cities throughout the country. A child as...
by Andrea V Watson for the Atlanta Patch ATLANTA, GA — A suspect accused of felony murder in the shooting...
When asked in an interview today why Black Americans are “still dying at the hands of law enforcement in this...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Extends Moratorium on Residential Evictions and Filings Due to COVID-19 ATLANTA– Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms reissued an...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Orders City’s Phased Reopening Plan to be Moved Back to Phase I ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms...
On July 11, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the conclusion and success of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)...
As protests around the death of George Floyd take place across the United States, messages of transformation and racial justice...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued an executive order requiring all persons to wear a mask or a cloth face covering...
Who’s Who In Black, a Real Times Media subsidiary, announces a new initiative to build a dedicated online community of...
Comedian Jay Pharaoh is speaking out about an encounter with Los Angeles police that he says left him on the...
Twenty early voting locations will be available includingGeorgia’s Largest Voting Site at State Farm Arena ATLANTA – Fulton County voters will...
New analysis puts Georgia 50th in the nation for economic recovery from COVID-19 Despite Donald Trump’s promise that the economy...
By BlackPressUSA Dr. William Busa, founder of EQV Analytics, a ‘North Carolina-focused campaign consulting firm serving Democratic candidates with advanced...
Mayor’s Advisory Council will help young water vendors identify business and financial goals ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued an Administrative...
Black Americans are dying from Covid-19 more frequently than white people. But two researchers found it’s not because of obesity...
Washington, D.C. — Following today’s action by Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves to sign a bill calling for the replacement of...
A judge on Tuesday ruled that the former Atlanta police officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks can be free on...
Trevor Coleman and Trevor W. Coleman II For more than 50 years the McDonald’s Corporation took pride in branding itself as...
Last night’s virtual BET Awards went down and some of your faves racked up trophies. As previously reported, amid the...
“Southern Christian Writers Conference to be held July 24-25 online with ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler and bestselling author Debora Coty...
Biden and BLM must set aside differences, focus on beating Trumpby Will Marshall, PPI President Joe Biden isn’t nearly as...
NEW YORK — Brayla Stone, a 17-year-old Black trans girl, was murdered in Sherwood, Arkansas near Little Rock on June...
Applications are due no later than 11:59 pm on July 6, 2020 ATLANTA – The Department of Community Development is...
H. J. Russell & Company Promotes Claudette Hanks to Diversity Manager for Construction and Program Management H. J. Russell &...
Family, friends, dignitaries, elected officials and community leaders gathered yesterday to remember the life of Rayshard Brooks at Historic Ebenezer...
ACLU Calls on Lawmakers to Immediately Stop Law Enforcement Use of Face Recognition Technology Robert Williams, a Black man and...
Usher’s New Look and Cricket Wireless to Host Virtual Youth Mental Health Summit Addressing the Effects of COVID-19, Systemic Racism...
Comedian D.L. Hughley revealed on Saturday night that he has tested positive for COVID-19, one day after the Original King...
ATLANTA, GA – In light of recent protests against systemic racism, and outrage resurfacing about Confederate monuments, State Rep. Shelly...
by Rev. Jesse Jackson (TriceEdneyWire.com) — As the worldwide demonstrations continue two weeks after the murder of George Floyd by...
East Point City Council has announced the selection of Corey Deon Thornton as the City’s new Fire Chief. The announcement...
Task force created to address lines, voting machine issues, and delays experienced by voters who requested absentee ballot ATLANTA –...
Kala Gibson, Opinion contributor 6/12/2020 Cities where COVID-19 is growing fastest San Francisco Protesters Tear Down Ulysses S. Grant StatueOpinion: The...
Following pressure from civil rights activists, public servants, private citizens and a number of celebrities at least one of three...
Ordinances call on police to report misconduct, avoid use of neck restraints and deadly force ATLANTA – At their June...
Join Atlanta Culinary Charities as we present Family Food Fest Atlanta Virtually Celebrating Black Men on Father’s Day, Sunday, June...
Hours after the charges were announced yesterday against two Atlanta police officers in the killing of 27-year-old Rashard Brooks at...
Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard brought felony murder charges against ex-police officer Garrett Rolfe in the killing of Rayshard...
The funeral of Rayshard Brooks will be held at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. The 27-year-old...
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, announced they are giving $120 million to support historically black colleges...
Mayor Bottoms Issues administrative orders geared to transforming Atlanta Police Department Mayor changes use of force policies and calls for...
The Atlanta City Council approved legislation Monday to add $88.4 million to the Fiscal Year 2020 budget as part of funding from the Coronavirus...
“I can never get my husband back,” Rayshard Brooks’ wife Tomika Miller, said in a press conference in Atlanta today,...
Maybe the grilling was due diligence, maybe the cops were giving Rayshard Brooks an opportunity to get it together, but...
As protestors continue to cry out for justice around the nation, the fire and outrage have been reignited in Atlanta...
ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced the appointment of members to her Use of Force Advisory Council, which was created through...
ATLANTA, GA — Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced Saturday that Police Chief Erika Shields has resigned as calls for...
Civil Rights Groups: Increase Accountability in Policing & Transform the Criminal Legal System WASHINGTON – Vanita Gupta, president and CEO of...
June marks the 51st annual Pride Month, a celebration of LGBTQ+ life and livelihood. It’s a time to amplify the...
Virginia judge has ordered a 10-day halt to Governor Ralph Northam’s plan to remove a statue of Robert E. Lee...
AN INVITATION TO A UNIQUE VIRTUAL SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE THROUGH THE ARTISTRY...
Open letter to my fellow members of law enforcement: I do not want to dismiss the importance of training and...
East Point, Georgia, June 10, 2020 … The citizens of East Point are joining together to shine a light on...
by Andrea WatsonATLANTA, GA — The same day that celebrities and civil rights activists gathered to remember George Floyd —...
With over 44 million Americans losing their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic and new unemployment claims this week higher than...
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is joining the fight to make “Karen-ing” or “Connor-ing” if male, a hate crime. In...
Georgia has been shaken in recent months by the vigilante-style death of Ahmaud Arbery and the threat of COVID-19. But...
By Ron Busby As the nation begins to slowly emerge from quarantine brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, many remain...
George Floyd will be buried in Pearland, TX today following a private funeral at the Fountain of Praise church in Houston....
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Issues an Executive Order to Extend Hazard Pay for Frontline City Employees ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms...
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will appear in court today exactly two weeks after George Floyd’s death. Chauvin was...
by Kelly Washington, Contributing Writer #Black Lives Matter! This phrase is resonating from every mountaintop to Hennepin County in Minneapolis,...
By Marlon A. Walker The DeKalb County School District will continue preparing its road map for bringing students and teachers...
Fulton County Library System Celebrates Virtual Summer Reading Program with Special Guest Reader Stacey Abrams The Fulton County Library System’s...
Petition starter will lead virtual protest tomorrow (June 5th) on what would have been Breonna’s 27th birthday On Thursday, June 4,...
Today Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin Crump who is representing the family of George Floyd was a guest on SiriusXM’s “The...
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council approved legislation during Monday’s remote meeting to create the Airport CARES Act Grant Fund...
By Stacy M. Brown Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has taken over the prosecution of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin in...
The nation experienced a surreal number of protests and demonstrations – reminiscent of civil unrest of the 60s over the...
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia African Americans hadn’t stopped grieving over the assassination of Ahmaud Arbery in...
By: Jordan Live Although countless 2020 class of “perfect vision” commencement statuses nationwide are still uncertain, graduates at Clark Atlanta...
Edited by Allison Gualtieri, Video Edited by Ford Fischer MINNEAPOLIS—Protests turned violent on Tuesday as anti-police activists smashed windows and...
Incredibly or not, the slaughter of black men at the hands of law enforcement officers continues, with the latest transgression...
Edited by Judy Isacoff and Allison Elyse Gualtieri Trelvis Randolph wakes up and does the same routine before work practically...
ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced the City’s five-phased reopening plan, drawn from the recommendations of the Mayor’s Advisory Council for...
Tyler Perry has earnestly and publicly implored Atlantans and all Americans to take the COVID-19 crisis seriously and shelter in...
This contribution is a part of the $50 million commitment from Southern Company and its subsidiaries to historically black colleges...
The importance of clinical research is widely recognized and while many decide to participate in clinical trials, there is a...
Absentee Ballots Taking 30 Plus Days to Process in Part Because Secretary of State Chose Arizona VendorACLU of Georgia Urges...
Google Atlanta Commits $100,000 to Local GiveDirectly COVID-19 Relief Fund, $50,000 to United Way of Greater Atlanta for Atlanta’s Strength...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (Atlanta, GA), Mayor LaToya Cantrell (New Orleans, LA), Mayor Lori Lightfoot (Chicago, IL). Governors such as...
On Tuesday, May 19, the African American Research Collaborative in partnership with the NAACP and the Equity Research and Innovation...
Enterprises able to document 2019 finances encouraged to apply at www.mylendistry.com Lendistry CEO Sands: Shorter wait times for...
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, majority owner of EquiTrust, the nation’s largest minority-owned insurance company, announced a $100 million partnership with MBE...
by Annette M. Alston Seven prominent Black women activists have made a strong case, and a bit of stir, in...
In response to the shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery, NAACP Atlanta is calling for an investigation into the history of...
Chaymeriyia Moncrief is a tech entrepreneur from Alabama who is thefounder and CEO of prepaid wireless carrier, Tesix Wireless™ Network....
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council approved legislation Monday to ratify an executive order directing the City’s chief financial officer...
On April 14, 2020, the District published the End of Year Guide for Students and Families that disclosed the two...
Post 1 At-Large Council member Michael Julian Bond is hosting a drive-thru food distribution event Friday, May 15 at 1...
Mayor Jason Lary will be safely joined by the entire Stonecrest City staff at a stay-in-your-car, drive-up activity while practicing...
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country, is proud to announce the launch of its Small Business Administration...
Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Since the onset of COVID-19, voter registration in the United States has decreased...
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation sent an open letter yesterday calling on Georgia officials to take swift action in the case of...
While President Barack Obama has maintained a position of not engaging with Donald Trump on many of his outrageous and...
Urgent Need for Black/African-American Donors to Join Be The Match® Registry ATLANTA, GA – As Mother’s Day approaches, a 26-year-old...
Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and United Way of Greater Atlanta mobilize more than $17 million for those most at...
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson says policymakers must take “chronic disparities” into account as they formulate a response...
NEW YORK — Ahmaud Arbery, 25, was killed Feb. 23 while jogging in the Satilla Shores neighborhood near his home....
Six new symptoms have been added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) existing list of symptoms for...
ORGANIZATIONS WILL PROVIDE VIRTUAL COUNSELING AND MENTAL-HEALTH SERVICES TO PEOPLE IN NEED Yesterday, on Giving Tuesday, The Tupac Amaru Shakur...
ACLU of Georgia, National ACLU Demand Transparency and Accountability in Killing Of Unarmed Black Jogger Ahmaud Arbery ATLANTA, GA –...
Small grants fund “quick-action” projects that can help communities AARP Georgia invites community organizations and local governments across the country...
Washington, D.C. — As governors around the country begin to reopen their economies, a new analysis from the Center for...
REV. AL SHARPTON & NAN CALL FOR AN IMMEDIATE INVESTIGATION INTO FEB 23RD KILLING OF AHMAUD ARBERY, AN UNARMED MAN...
(ATLANTA) – More than one million Georgians requested absentee ballots, shattering all previous records and demonstrating support for Secretary of...
Hackers disrupt conference call with racist symbols, porn by Matt Bittle A virtual conference call on helping black-owned businesses and...
District 5 Commissioner to host virtual meeting on COVID-19 and related issues ATLANTA – Fulton County Vice-Chairman Marvin S. Arrington,...
With the coronavirus death toll passing 50,000 during the last week in April, Black leaders in the U.S. have taken...
Atlanta City Councilmembers Andrea L. Boone and Michael Julian Bond are hosting a food giveaway Tuesday, April 28 at 2...
Atlanta – In the wake of the coronavirus, Atlanta-based nonprofit Star-C Programs, which bills itself as a sustainable education model...
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia On Tuesday, April 21, HBO Max announced it would proceed with...
Georgians and Public Health Experts Are Really Concerned About Brian Kemp’s “Reckless” and “Irresponsible” Coronavirus Plan After Governor* Brian Kemp...
At Wednesday night’s White House press conference, Donald Trump, who has historically downplayed the coronavirus threat and is responsible for...
Several Drive-Thru Testing Centers to Open in Metro-Atlanta in Preparation for Georgia’s re-opening The African-American community is being severely impacted...
Just minutes before over 1,000 new COVID-19 cases and 42 more deaths were reported in Georgia, on Monday, April 20,...
Atlanta (April 21, 2020) – Piedmont Atlanta Hospital has launched the Piedmont Care Gram program to provide a way for...
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will hold a special-called meeting Tuesday, April 14 at 1 p.m. through remote access. The...
EXTRA – NeNe Leakes was dishing with Billy Bush from her bedroom in Atlanta, talking “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,”...
COVID-19 Further Threatens Maternal Health Among Black Women Washington, D.C. — This Black Maternal Health Week — an initiative spearheaded by...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Atlanta Housing Announce Joint Rent Relief Efforts for Program Participants Affected by Georgia’s COVID-19 Stay-at-Home...
By Elizabeth Lampkin, Contributing Writer Some parents establish daily routines for themselves and their kids that include allowing children to...
QuickBooks Capital was approved by the SBA to be a lender for the Paycheck Protection Program, paving the way for...
Frog Tutoring, LLC now offers free online K-12 classes in math, english, language arts and science led by a live...
(ATLANTA)- As coronavirus has upended our daily lives, pushed many into quarantine, and caused chaos in the economy, elections in...
by Elizabeth Lampkin, Contributing Writer While the pandemic has forced people to spend more time together, it has also revealed...
SiriusXM – On Thursday, April 2, Sen. Cory Booker called into SiriusXM’s program “The Joe Madison Show” telling Madison and listeners that Donald...
Atlanta, GA– Wednesday, April 1st is National Census Day, the day where all people living in the United States are counted...
Taraji P Henson has a new Netflix movie to keep folks entertained at home during the COVID 19 outbreak. Taraji...
Wage gap compounds coronavirus burden on Black women Statement on Equal Pay Day by In Our Own Voice: National Black...
Death and Spread of COVID-19 at Lee State Prison Tragic, Calls for Release of Those Individuals Who Do Not Pose...
Senate stimulus bill acknowledges risk of COVID-19 for incarcerated individuals but more needed Washington DC — Today the U.S. Senate is...
ATLANTA— Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued an Executive Order instituting a temporary order for those individuals within the territorial jurisdictional limits of...
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will join Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on a conference call Monday, March 23 to discuss...
The NAACP hosted an emergency tele town hall on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic with several special guests, including U.S. Surgeon...
ATLANTA – The Municipal Court of Atlanta will operate consistent with public safety measures and local public health advisories. Court operations will be...
Amid growing COVID-19 (the novel Coronavirus) precautions set forth by government and health authorities, global Christian leader and Senior Pastor...
Atlanta Gas Light Provides Energy Assistance Resources In recognition that the evolving landscape surrounding the new coronavirus (COVID-19) may cause...
The Afro — “The results of the 2020 South Carolina primary and Super Tuesday shows once again, that you can’t...
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing another upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and...
Atlanta City Council to Conduct Mock Meetings and a Telework Day to Test Remote Emergency Operating ProceduresATLANTA — The Atlanta City...
WAKA FLOCKA AND TAMMY RIVERA CELEBRATE PREMIERE OF BRAND-NEW WE TV SERIES IN ATLANTA WITH CELEBRITY FRIENDS & VIP’S WE...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Forest Whitaker’s character, Rev. Kennedy, gets involved when the Klan opens up a KKK museum right in...
Nominations for the 14th Annual ADCOLOR Awards open on March 16th, 2020 Presented by Facebook, Google and Omnicom Group ADCOLOR, the...
All Fulton County Schools and offices are closed today, Tuesday, March 10 in order to clean and disinfect the facilities...
There are half a million people, mostly men, mostly white, but way too many African Americans. African Americans are 13...
Columbus, GA— Fair Count and founder Stacey Abrams launched the ‘I Count’ bus tour to increase awareness about the 2020...
Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. announced on Sunday that he is endorsing Sen. Bernie Sanders for president...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I don’t want to get political here, but I would hope that this report would color how...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On the morning of March 7, 1965, nonviolent activists, including a young John Lewis, set out on...
Covenant House Georgia Supports International Women’s Day by Hosting an All-Women Sleep Out Event to Raise Awareness for Girls Experiencing...
The Fulton County Department of HIV Elimination was awarded $1,987,476 for FY2020 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human...
Fulton County Receives National “Service All-Star” Award The National Customer Service Association honors Fulton County staff The National Customer Service...
The Atlanta Science Festival is just a few weeks away and Google’s Computer Science First Coding Workshop at the Atlanta Science...
Following recent reports regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and its potential public impact, Council President Felicia A. Moore has charged the...
New Voting Machines a Bipartisan Success in Statewide Debut Georgians vote in early voting in the Super Tuesday election primary...
“I got started in the African American community. I got involved in the Civil Rights Movement when I was a...
The dreaded coronavirus Two people who live in the same household in Fulton County are the first in Georgia to...
The FREE HBCU Heroes Clinic Leads Up To The NCAA Final Four Games Hosted In Atlanta NBA veteran George Lynch,...
Nineteen years ago, the Future Foundation embarked on a mission: Ensuring that students participating in the program graduate from high...
Vanessa Bryant is reportedly asking for punitive measures to be taken against Los Angeles County sheriffs deputy trainees for sharing...
Lawsuit Filed by the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and the ACLU on Behalf of Georgia Organizations WASHINGTON,...
WASHINGTON – Vanita Gupta, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, issued the following statement on...
Deadline Friday, March 20: Area high schools can contribute ads to effort ensuring all residents are counted ATLANTA – High...
On Sunday afternoon, Feb. 9, the Atlanta Chapter of the Links, Inc. made a splash which rippled throughout Atlanta’s nonprofit...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Today we mourn the loss of an American hero and a pioneer for women and African Americans...
NPA NEWSWIRE — “I intend to work for @cindyhydesmith as if the fate of America depended on her single election,”...
Just as every hit action show has to have that daredevil lead character, a prime ingredient in the recipe for...
Congressman Johnson to Host Restoration Resource Fair for returning citizens On Thursday, February 20, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) will host...
Only “Extra’s” Mark Wright spoke with director Spike Lee, who is still reeling over the death of Lakers great Kobe...
(Gwinnett County, Georgia) – The Gwinnett Parent Coalition to Dismantle the School-to-Prison Pipeline was formed in 2007 to lead a...
Y 2021 White House Budget Proposal Cuts $66.6 Billion from Education More Than $2 Billion Directed to Short-Term Career and...
Atlanta (February 20, 2020) –Piedmont Healthcare’s community benefit program, which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities...
Non-profit BLK Capital Management, 100 percent Black-owned and student-run Hedge Fund hosts 2020 National Winter Conference at JP Morgan Conference...
Every question you’ve been too terrified to ask, Dr. Jackie has an answer to. And her honesty, wit, sass, and...
BLK Capital Management, the non-profit organization that exposes young African Americans to the field of active investment, will host its 2020 National...
The NAACP and The National Association of Real Estate Brokers, announced a shared commitment and partnership today that will ensure...
Black newspaper publisher Alexis Scott’s illustrious career as a journalist, publisher and thought-leader has been celebrated and recognized by Atlantans...
Honoring Professional Football Hall of Fame, Jerome Bettis& U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler, Former Bakkt CEO & WNBA Atlanta Dream, Co-OwnerProceeds...
Wyndal Gordon says black Americans might know they’ll never commit a crime, but they can never be sure they won’t...
The documentary, Building Atlanta: The Herman J. Russell Story is much more than a chronicle of the life of one...
Morehouse polo team certified by US Polo Association The Morehouse College Polo Club has received official notice from the United...
Valentine’s Day is the Day when couples of every kind publicly and privately express their love for each other. It’s...
The National Basketball Association announced today that GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist and Academy Award-winning actress and Chicago native Jennifer Hudson...
Hair Love” Oscar win boosts fight to end hair discrimination against African Americans Former NFL player Matthew A. Cherry wants his...
The King Center and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced Monday an extension of their partnership to educate citizens...
Rep. Johnson Re-Introduces Criminal Justice Reform Legislative Package to Hold Police Accountable and Improve the Grand Jury Process Congressman Hank...
Comcast NBCUniversal hosted a special dinner program and screening in Atlanta tonight to celebrate the seventh anniversary of its Voices...
Tomorrow’s technology is here today Intelligent transportation systems like connected vehicle technology, which improve safety, reduce commute times and enhance...
REEBOK AND ARRAY PARTNER TO CELEBRATE WOMEN IN FILM IT’S A MAN’S WORLD Event Includes Panel Hosted by Dani Kwateng-Clark, Spotlighting...
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council unanimously approved legislation Monday finalizing the creation of the Office of Inspector General (Legislative Reference...
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honors Atlanta and Jonesboro students with $1,000, medallions and trip to nation’s capital Finalists also named...
ROLLING OUT — Tamra Simmons, executive producer of the Lifetime documentary series “Surviving R. Kelly,” sits down with rolling out’s...
Only “Extra’s” Cheslie Kryst was with “Empire” star Taraji P. Henson, who has been busy shooting the last season of...
Cynthia Erivo sat down with “Extra’s” Renee Bargh at the annual Oscar nominees luncheon, where she reflected on Oscar winner...
Xernona Clayton and Andrew Young Chair 80th Birthday Breakfast Celebration For Congressman John Lewis The Trumpet Awards Foundation is holding a Love Breakfast...
In a 3-2 vote along party lines, a Republican-led legislative committee approved a recommendation to not expand voting rights for...
Atlanta, GA – OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network hosted a launch celebration last night for its upcoming relationship drama, “Cherish the Day”,...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna Maria Onore, were among nine people killed...
Lecrae’s show-stopping halftime performance at State Farm Arena was the uplifting experience fans were hoping for on MLK Day. The...
On Jan. 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m, Fulton County Commissioner Joe Carn will host the first of his...
Some scams just don’t quit! Despite running for years, this con still successfully uses threatening calls and intimidating emails to...
Actor Jamie Foxx brought his daughters Corinne and Annalise to the 2020 SAG Awards, where he was nominated for his...
Returning to BET Networks for the seventh consecutive year on Saturday, Feb. 1, the 21st Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration...
ROLLING OUT — A little over a week ago, the activist group Until Freedom, traveled from New York City to...
Full-time, tuition-free, virtual public school offers innovative school choice for 6th, 7th and 10th Grade Students A limited number of...
(StatePoint) At the same time that Americans are feeling the financial pinch of the holidays, they’re gearing up for 2020,...
Family of 9-year-old Alabama Girl Bullied into Suicide Sues School Officials and Teacher Who Ignored Her Complaints of Abuse; “Tell...
Affordable, undergraduate-level credential equips learners with relevant job skills The SunTrust Foundation now Truist Foundation announced it has awarded a...
DeKalb County Solicitor-General Announces Stop Teen Dating Violence Public Service Announcement Contest Solicitor-General Donna Coleman-Stribling gives DeKalb students a...
It is award season, and time for the NAACP to honor the stellar performances by people of color for the...
Popular New Jersey Senator and former Newark mayor Cory Booker announced today that he is suspending his campaign for the...
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KING CENTER PLANS FOR THE 34TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KING HOLIDAY INCLUDE CATHY HUGHES, JADEN SMITH, REV. DR. HOWARD-JOHN WESLEY,...
Photo Credit: Ralph Lauren website By Amaya Woodley It’s clear there aren’t any Black people working on Ralph Lauren’s merchandising...
He is known for painful beatings in the ring but, the pontiff thinks this pugilist can also bring the peace....
Spring of 2019, Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole convened a meeting of National Council of Negro Women affiliate leaders. Two dozen...
Governor Kemp Proclaims Jan. 26-Feb. 1 “Georgia School Choice Week”; Joins Leaders Nationwide in Celebrating Opportunity in Education Georgia students,...
New Expungement Campaign Makes the Case for Giving Millions of Georgians a Clean Slate and Unlock Opportunities ATLANTA, Jan. 3,...
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA NEWSWIRE — Perhaps, most impressive is that each of Dr. Oye’s four children followed in...
by AJ Williams In today’s life, we never really get a chance to switch off and recharge ourselves with all...
By Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Contributor “I am going to fight it,” read a statement from Rep. John Lewis...
By Bill Fletcher Jr. NNPA NEWSWIRE — Ethnic regimes were largely ignored in the mainstream media of the global North...
2020 Resolutions: Organizing with Calendars,Reminders and Notes As we wrap up the holiday celebrations, it may be time for a...
Six to be inducted into the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Hall of Fame ATLANTA (Dec. 26, 2019) – The Chick-fil-A Peach...
President Cyril Ramaphosa struck a note of optimism in his message on Dec. 16 – the Day of Reconciliation and...
The single mother of three will graduate with an associate degree in criminal justice this week. Photo Credit: Screenshot/Fox 5 ...
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Issues Administrative Order to Establish Process to Restrict Records Related to Minor Offenses ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance...
by Chelsea Burwell During Thursday’s impeachment hearing, Georgia Representative Hank Johnson went toe-to-toe with Florida Representative Matt Gaetz following his...
Photo Credit: Screenshot/BBC Update (December 13, 2019): The statue depicting a young Black man that debuted in Times Square has been relocated to the...
African American music museum hosts call for entries to feature original art installations When the National Museum of African American...
Better Business Bureau Serving Metro Atlanta, Athens & NE Georgia urges donors to research charities before giving to ensure their...
By Terri L. Crawford, JD, The Omaha Star “Moreover, he shall speak for you to the people; and he will...
“It is possible to believe in responsible gun ownership and to believe that there should be regulations on that,” Abrams...
If the Gospel Music Association (GMA) were to add a Hip-Hop Label Of The Year category, Reach Records, the recording...
Maryland Rep. Elijah E. Cummings died early Thursday morning at Gilchrist Hospice Care, a Johns Hopkins affiliate in Baltimore. He...
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