This story was published as part of our #APSVotes project with Atlanta Civic Circle to help shed light on APS school board elections. Nov. 7 marks Election Day for city of Atlanta voters for the Atlanta School Board election.Ten candidates are vying for five open seats on the governing body for Atlanta Public Schools. The nine Atlanta School Board […]
Election Day
Posted inPolitics, Voting
Despite New Restrictions, Black Voters Remain Energized on Election Day
Ahead of Election Day, voters, advocates, and political pundits have debated over whether Georgia’s updated voting laws would suppress the Black electorate. The new law, SB 202, has provisions barring volunteers from giving food and water to voters standing in line outside polling stations — within 150 feet of a precinct. The measure also adds […]
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Join Capital B for a Live Conversation With Stacey Abrams
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams and incumbent Republican Gov. Brian Kemp will face off in a rematch for the highest office in the state on Nov. 8. With less than 50 days until Election Day, Capital B Atlanta has been on the ground talking to Black voters across the metro area about the issues most […]
Posted inNews Roundup
Today Is Election Day! Get Up, Get Out, and Go Vote!
Top of the morning! 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 to know for today: It’s that time, y’all! Today is Election Day for primaries. With big races at stake and local contenders vying for your […]