Atlanta Residents Push Back on ‘Poop Park’ Sewage Plan in Their Neighborhood
The Peoplestown project has reignited concerns about flooding, public health, and environmental racism.
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Oscar-Nominated Film Goes Inside an Atlanta Abortion Clinic
HBO’s “The Devil is Busy” takes viewers behind the scenes of how workers are providing care amid Georgia’s restrictive abortion laws.
Fani Willis Plans to Combat Domestic Violence With $2M Family Justice Center
Black women are disproportionately impacted by domestic violence homicides across the country.
Morris Brown President Returns After Abrupt Termination
The college reinstated Kevin E. James on Tuesday after firing him on Jan. 12.
Organize, Educate, Win: How Atlanta Residents Are Blocking Data Centers
Community organizers are pushing back against data centers that they say strain water, power, and neighborhoods.
As Atlanta Prepares for MLK Day, Bernice King Urges Action on Homelessness
The King Center CEO shares why practicing her father’s nonviolent philosophy is needed now more than ever.
MLK Day 2026 in Atlanta: Parade, Service Projects, Games, and More
There will be a variety of events throughout metro Atlanta for you and your crew to enjoy.
Two Atlanta Mothers Fight for Justice After Deadly Hit-and-Runs Go Unpunished
The mothers say gaps in policing and prosecution allow drivers to avoid consequences in deadly crashes.
Meet the Fashion House Behind Karri Bryant’s Controversial Nude-Colored Gown
From teaching herself to sew via YouTube to creating a dress that went viral in days, Rita Shamou has turned her creativity into a thriving business.
College Park Mayor Slams Council Over Developer Fee Waiver
Bianca Motley Broom questioned the timing and financial wisdom of the council’s decision in a video posted on her Instagram account Thursday.
Immigrants’ Advocate Fights ICE Raids, Federal Push to ‘Snatch Our People’
Black immigrants in the metro are weighing the cost of going to work or school against the risk of deportation after a routine traffic stop.
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