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Shameta Jones-Harrell has made history as the inaugural female police chief of Austell, Georgia—the first woman to head any police department in Cobb County. With over 20 years in law enforcement, she showcases an impressive history of leadership and...
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High economic uncertainty has stifled hiring across U.S. businesses. Private-sector job growth decelerated for the second consecutive month, with only 37,000 positions added in May, as per payroll firm ADP's recent estimates. This figure starkly cont...
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In Georgia, stillbirth occurs in about 1 in 125 pregnancies, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and proactive initiatives. Amerigroup Community Care of Georgia is joining forces with Count the Kicks to offer valuable resources that...
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In Atlanta, the dichotomy of “new” and “old” is a frequent topic. Yet, 404 Coffee in the historic Black Pittsburgh neighborhood transcends this debate. Here, owner Kelli Jones honors Atlanta's rich culture one brew at a time. “My goal in opening this...
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Elon Musk openly criticized President Donald Trump’s legislative initiatives on Tuesday, branding them a “disgusting abomination.” On X, Musk articulated his discontent, denouncing the “massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill” as...
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The eagerly awaited 2026 FIFA World Cup is merely a year away, with Atlanta poised as a crucial host city for this significant North American occasion. Concurrently, the FIFA Club World Cup is set to commence, featuring an exciting showdown between t...
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The Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium proudly announces that Krystal Hardy Allen, an acclaimed entrepreneur, bestselling author, and CEO of K. Allen Consulting™, will serve as a keynote speaker at the highly anticipated 2025 Black Girls Dre...
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Blavity Fest made an impressive debut in Atlanta over the weekend, hosted at Lee+White in the Historic West End. This vibrant gathering emphasized pivotal themes like Black community growth, financial literacy, mental health, and entrepreneurial purs...
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A man exclaiming “Free Palestine!” unleashed a brutal attack utilizing incendiary devices and a makeshift flamethrower on those supporting the freedom of Israeli hostages in Colorado. Law enforcement characterized this as a premeditated antisemitic a...
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Morgan DeBaun, the innovative CEO and founder of Blavity, Inc., has launched Blavity Fest, a transformative gathering designed to unite creators and community advocates in Atlanta. This year's event represents a pivotal achievement, as it amplifies t...
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Olu Brown, a native of a modest East Texas town, pursued higher education at the Atlanta University Center before founding Impact United Methodist Church in East Point, retiring in June 2022. Now, he aims for the Georgia governorship, articulating a...
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Monday morning, Georgia State Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark announced her intentions to run for Congress. The microbiologist and college professor will challenge U.S. Rep. David Scott in Georgia’s 13th District. Dr. Clark has represented Lilburn i...
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Colton George, a nine-year-old resident of Indiana, tragically became critically ill after ingesting tainted lettuce. What began as mild stomach discomfort escalated swiftly, landing him in a hospital where he fought for his life against an E. coli i...
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Imprisoned rap titan Marion “Suge” Knight, known for his tumultuous history with Sean “Diddy” Combs, has publicly encouraged his adversary to testify in his ongoing trial. In a succinct phone conversation with CNN's Laura Coates from his prison cel...
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Oscar Piastri dominated the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday, leading from the outset and solidifying his position at the forefront of the drivers’ world championship. While Piastri basked in victory, a dramatic finish unfolded as Max Verstappen and Ge...
