Black Americans have celebrated Juneteenth for decades, but the anniversary gained added recognition in 2021 when President Joe Biden made it a federal holiday. Gov. Brian Kemp followed suit in April 2022 when he signed a measure making Juneteenth a paid day off for state employees. Juneteenth commemorates the day — June 19, 1865 — […]
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The Road to Turning 500 Acres Into a Black City
As a mysterious new virus spread across the globe and rage over police violence spilled into the streets, Stone Mountain resident Renee Walters spent 2020 in a state of growing isolation and shock. Her distress gave way to depression as the year wore on, and fears about her family’s safety consumed her. “What can I […]
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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis Needs Security After Threats
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’s up in Atlanta today: Fani Willis, Fulton County’s district attorney, is concerned about her safety. Willis has reportedly increased security around her after receiving threats […]
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We Outside! Here’s All The Black ATL Happs For Juneteenth
If there is one thing to know about ATLiens, it’s that residents love being outside for any and every occasion. And in the land of day parties and brunch, Juneteenth holds a special place in the hearts of Black residents during the holiday season. Not every city and county in the metro area is ready […]
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Juneteenth Still Isn’t Recognized in These Metro Atlanta Cities
Many county and municipal government bodies in the Atlanta metro area have passed similar laws recognizing Juneteenth over the past year, but leaders in some local cities still haven’t done the same. Juneteenth still isn’t a paid holiday for city employees in Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek, and Smyrna. Each one is hosting or […]
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Early Voting in Georgia Starts Today
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: Today marks the first day in the three-week early voting period for the May 24 primary election. Voters can find polling […]
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Did This Metro City Just Say ‘No’ to Juneteenth?
Top of the morning! We made it to Friday, and there’s a three-day weekend ahead of us. First things first, here is Your AM Rundown, where you’ll get updates on local news to start the day. In 400 words or less, we will bring you up to speed on top stories and other developments you […]