A political science major with a minor in dance performance and choreography, Jillian Collier is embracing her title with a plan for change. Her experience at the historic women’s HBCU has been defined by a feeling of sisterhood, which she plans to further foster through a new initiative that could spread beyond the gates of […]
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More Than a Tailgate: Clark Atlanta Homecoming Brings Generations Together
At Clark Atlanta University, the tailgate experience is the heart of homecoming week. Last Saturday allowed alumni, students, family, and friends an opportunity to fellowship over music, line dancing and tasty food. As the CAU Panthers clawed their way to victory against Allen University 17-14, thousands of fans could hear speakers dropping 808’s, catch the […]
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Black Women Are Joining Gun Groups in Atlanta Amid Political Tensions
The sporadic “pop!” of gunfire pierced the cool autumn air for hours at the South River Gun Club in Covington on Sept. 26 as Shante Stewart and her classmates took aim. Gold bullet casings decorated the gravel beneath their feet as the students lined up their shots. The targets were fluorescent orange sporting clays set […]
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Designing Black Greek and HBCU Gear Is Big Business in Atlanta
As Black sorority and fraternity members from all over the country plan to party and stroll across the Atlanta University Center this fall, a few miles away, one man is hunkered down in front of two massive embroidery machines racing the clock to produce paraphernalia for homecoming season. Ashanti Johnson, also known as A.J., is […]
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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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Before Classes Begin, Morehouse Gives Its Freshmen a Lesson in Belonging
“I’ve got a feeling somebody’s trying to sneak in my house … Morehouse!” A boisterous crowd sang into the summer night air as they flanked a long line of young men dressed in white shirts and maroon ties as they exited King Chapel. It is with those words, sang by upperclassman and alumni, that Morehouse […]
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Families Fear Georgia’s Trans Athlete Ban Will Harm Black Children
Music and laughter echoed throughout the evening air at Central Park in Old Fourth Ward as dozens of LGBTQ+ families and allies gathered to play kickball and tug of war, lined up to get colorful temporary tattoos and face paint, and raise money for trans residents in need. The July 30 field day event, hosted […]
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Meet the Georgia Baker Behind the Viral Lemon Pepper Pound Cake
While chicken and waffles may be an Atlanta staple, there’s a new sweet and savory creation making mouths water in the metro. At Jewel’s Treats & More in Douglasville, customers are greeted with the aroma of freshly baked pastries as Tony Terry’s “With You” plays overhead. But it’s the smell of crisp, golden lemon pepper […]
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New Jovita Moore Mural Unveiled at Bellwood Coffee After Public Pushback
Bellwood Coffee has unveiled new artwork of Jovita Moore after the company faced community pushback this summer for covering up a mural of the late WSB-TV news anchor. In May, the local coffee company faced backlash from residents after its new cafe in Grant Park covered up a colorful mural dedicated to Moore with dark […]
