Atlanta’s Data Center Surge Meets Resistance in Southwest Communities
Residents packed a public meeting to weigh jobs and investment against concerns about energy use and water strain.
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Black Midwife Sues Georgia Over Birth Laws That Harm Black Mothers
As lawmakers fail to address the Black maternal health crisis, midwives turn to the courts to challenge long-standing restrictions.
Trump-Backed Candidate Defeats Shawn Harris for Marjorie Taylor Greene Seat
Depsite losing, the Georgia Democrat’s strong showing may be a warning for Republicans heading into the fall midterm elections.
Community Opposition Was Loud, but South Fulton OK’d a Warehouse Project Anyway
The nearly 2 million-square-foot development will replace forested land, despite months of organized community opposition.
Rapper Offset Shot After a Fight in Florida Four Years After Takeoff’s Death
Police have arrested a rival rapper, raising concerns about ongoing rap beefs.
Two Housing Bills Could Shape Whether Black Families Stay Housed in Atlanta
Advocates hope that legislation targeting the city’s status as the eviction capital of the U.S. will pass on the session’s final day.
Georgia Case Spotlights Rising Risks for Black Women Navigating Pregnancy Care
Advocates warn the charges reflect a growing trend of criminalizing pregnancy outcomes, particularly for Black and low-income women.
Black Republicans Blast Gubernatorial Candidates Who Skipped Metro Atlanta Forum
The apparent snub angered GBRC Chairwoman Camilla Moore, who urged voters to take note.
Trans Day of Visibility in Atlanta Centers Black Trans Survival and Joy
How a failed suicide attempt and passion for Black trans justice fuels Toni-Michelle Wiliams’ work in Atlanta.
Can Black Voters Help Shawn Harris Make History in Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Former District?
Harris went door to door recently trying to sway voters, even some that voted for Donald Trump in 2024.
Spelman Alum Calida Rawles Returns to Her Alma Mater With New Exhibit
The painter explores sisterhood, self-doubt, and what it takes to build a career as a Black woman in the arts.
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