The tragic death of an Atlanta-area educator after falling from a Six Flags Over Georgia roller coaster has generated an outpouring of support for the grieving family. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem “was ejected” from the Goliath coaster at the Austell amusement park and “struck other patrons before falling beneath the attraction,” a preliminary investigation report […]
Angela Burt-Murray
Angela Burt-Murray is Capital B Atlanta's editor
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Spelman and Morehouse 2026 Homecoming Guide
Morehouse and Spelman alumni and students are taking over Atlanta from Oct. 7 to Oct. 11 for an epic homecoming week. Wednesday, Oct. 7 Kickoff JamTime: noon – 5 p.m.Location: Spelman College Oval, 350 Spelman Lane SW, AtlantaFee: Free Thursday, Oct. 8 Spelman Jewel Chat and Chew (classes ‘77 and earlier)Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.Location: […]
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Questions Remain After Clark Atlanta SGA President Is Removed From Office
One week after Clark Atlanta University administrators removed the Student Government Association president from office without explanation, questions remain about protocol and the future of campus governance. Elected the 38th president and vice president, respectively, Mikel Caldwell and Rokita Spencer ran last spring under the platform of “Forward Together,” promising to strengthen student government structure, […]
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Spelman and Morehouse Top New HBCU College Rankings
Spelman and Morehouse are once again among the nation’s highest-ranked historically Black colleges and universities. Spelman College ranked No. 1 for the 20th consecutive year in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best HBCUs rankings. Morehouse College ranked No. 4 on the annual list. “Celebrating 20 consecutive years as the nation’s No. 1 HBCU is […]
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Clark Atlanta University Homecoming 2026 Guide
The campus of Clark Atlanta University will be full of students and alumni enjoying a cross generational celebration of Panther pride during homecoming festivities running October 11 – 17. A sea red and black will descend on the historic Atlanta University Center campus for step shows, parades, mixers, the president’s gala and of course, the […]
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Morris Brown College Homecoming 2026 Guide
It’s homecoming season in Atlanta, so it’s time to show up and show out on the yard. Morris Brown College’s week of festivities runs from Sept. 27 through Oct. 4. The cross-generational celebration will showcase a sea of purple and black Wolverines at the historic HBCU campus. And while the school no longer has a […]
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Race and Riots: How Rodney King Episodes Killed A Different World
It was April 29, 1992. And the country was transfixed during the reading of the verdict. An all-white jury found four Los Angeles police officers not guilty in the brutal beating of motorist Rodney King. The response was instant. Some called it a riot. Others called it an uprising. And for series creator Susan Fales-Hill, […]
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Capital B Atlanta Launches Radio Show ‘Love, Atlanta’ with Ann Hill Bond
Capital B Atlanta community engagement editor Ann Hill Bond works at the intersection of Black history, narrative journalism, and civic life while listening to what Atlanta has to say. Whether the writer and public historian is attending weekly civic meetings at City Hall, dropping in on a neighborhood gathering in Oakland City, or hosting an […]
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Target Dropped DEI, Now a Racist Kids’ Costume Is Fueling More Backlash
Halloween shoppers were treated to a spooky surprise when Target posted a minstrel-style costume that immediately sparked online outrage. The costume controversy kicked off when shoppers saw on Target’s website a circus clown costume, with gloves, a top hat, and a mask with a grinning mouth with oversized teeth. The image, which appeared to be […]
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Your Guide to Atlanta Black Pride 2026: Parties, Festivals and More
With the theme of “strength in unity,” Atlanta Black Pride kicks off Sept. 2-7. From parades and panels to parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the biggest and boldest LGBTQ celebration. Sept. 2 Atlanta Black Pride Weekend: Homecoming A weeklong roster of good times awaits with skating, color-themed day and evening parties and […]
