For many families across metro Atlanta, the holiday season can be a time of joy but also one of financial stress. Rising grocery costs, high utility bills, and unexpected expenses can make it hard for some households to provide meals and gifts for their children. Fortunately, local nonprofits, faith-based organizations and government programs are stepping […]
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Posted inElections, Politics & Policy
Georgia Senate District 35 Race Advances To Runoff
The special election to decide the next state lawmaker from Georgia Senate district 35 is headed to a runoff. Democrats Jaha Howard — a dentist from Smyrna — and former state Rep. Roger Bruce, who retired from the state House earlier this year, were the top two vote recipients on election night in a field […]
Posted inClimate, Health
Where to Cool Down in Atlanta as Heat Temps Soar this Summer
The city is opening cooling centers so Atlanta residents can take extra precautions , as the city and other parts of the state are expected to get dangerously hot weather this Summer. According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory is in effect from 1 p.m. Tuesday to 8 p.m. Wednesday for counties across […]
Posted inCriminal Justice, Policing
How to Request Body Camera Footage from Atlanta Police
After Atlanta police officer Marquee Kelley fatally shot local activist Oscar Cain Jr. in the back in March 2019 — with his dashboard and body cameras turned off — the department sought ways to bring more transparency and accountability to policing in the city. The Atlanta Police Department had first deployed body cameras in 2016, however a […]
Posted inHousing, Partner Content, Wealth Gap
Atlanta Ranked as Best U.S. City for Black Homebuyers
This story was originally published by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. New research published earlier this month found Atlanta is the best city for Black people who want to get on the housing ladder. But it also reinforced findings on the gulf between white and Black homeownership in the U.S. The report published by Columbia, Missouri-based Mortgage Research […]
Posted inElections, Politics & Policy
Forgot to Register to Vote? Today Is the Deadline in Georgia.
Today is the final day Georgia residents can register to vote in this year’s Nov. 5 presidential election. The Georgia Secretary of State’s Office says eligible residents have until close of business on Oct. 7 to submit their voter registration application online or via U.S. mail. Folks who don’t have internet access can register to […]
Posted inCOVID-19, Health, Partner Content
Uninsured in Atlanta and Need a COVID Shot? You May Need to Call Around.
This story was originally published by Healthbeat. Sign up for their public health newsletters at healthbeat.org/newsletters It’s been over a month since the FDA approved new COVID vaccines, but for uninsured and underinsured Atlantans who rely on the public health system to get the shots at low cost, the process is fraught with conflicting information […]
Posted inElections
Black Early Voters in North Suburbs Motivated by Inflation, Crime, Civic Duty
Before, during and after the Nov. 8 midterm election in Georgia, Capital B Atlanta will be speaking with Black voters to hear your thoughts and share your stories. From the campaign trail to local events, “What Black Voters Are Saying” wants to document the issues most important to you. Want to share your story? Hit […]
Posted inVoting
Voting Early? Here’s How You Can Cast Your Vote in Metro Atlanta
With less than 25 days until Election Day, Monday marked the beginning of the early voting period in the November midterm election cycle. Black voters, who showed up in record numbers during the primaries in May, are expected to play a major part in the outcome of key statewide races. Affordable housing, crime, jobs, inflation, […]
Posted inNews Roundup
Residential Segregation in Metro Atlanta is Declining
Top of the morning! Happy weekend eve! Here is Your AM Rundown, with news updates in 400 words or less. Get caught up on headlines and other developments you might’ve missed. Here’s what’s up in Atlanta today: A Georgia State University study found that metro Atlanta’s residential segregation is on the decline. While neighborhoods, especially […]