States sue Trump administration over policy requiring colleges to collect race data
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
These states stand out as the best for women in 2026, study finds
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
Hidden in plain sight: The secret legacy of a Johns Creek cemetery
Tucked away behind a steep, hidden driveway deep in the heart of Johns Creek, a quiet piece of history is being unearthed by families tracing their lineage back to the 1800s.
Tucked away behind a steep, hidden driveway deep in the heart of Johns Creek, a quiet piece of history is being unearthed by families tracing their lineage back to the 1800s.
The Pullman Porter legacy: How Black rail workers built the American Middle Class
Pullman Porters built the Black middle class and provided a cornerstone for African American economic stability.
Pullman Porters built the Black middle class and provided a cornerstone for African American economic stability.
Congressman Randy Fine brings his dad’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to State of the Union amid backlash over X post
Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) brought his father’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to the State of the Union after he received criticism for a post he made last week on X post about choosing "between dogs and Muslims."
Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) brought his father’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to the State of the Union after he received criticism for a post he made last week on X post about choosing "between dogs and Muslims."
Bud Smith’s Atlanta archive: 1.2M photos seek a permanent home
Bud Smith documented 60 years of history, including six presidents and 30 years with Coretta Scott King.
Bud Smith documented 60 years of history, including six presidents and 30 years with Coretta Scott King.
Inside the 'Black City Hall': How Atlanta is saving the legacy of the Butler Street YMCA
The Butler Street YMCA served as Atlanta's "de facto Black City Hall" and a cornerstone for civic discourse.
The Butler Street YMCA served as Atlanta's "de facto Black City Hall" and a cornerstone for civic discourse.
Trump administration sued over new signage policy affecting national parks
A lawsuit against the Trump administration claims it’s erasing history and science from America's national parks with new signage policies. Here is what the lawsuit says has been changed in recent months.
A lawsuit against the Trump administration claims it’s erasing history and science from America's national parks with new signage policies. Here is what the lawsuit says has been changed in recent months.
Jesse Jackson’s Atlanta legacy: From MLK protege to presidential trailblazer
The cradle of the Civil Rights Movement is mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84.
The cradle of the Civil Rights Movement is mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84.
Most Americans say it's ‘unacceptable’ for immigration officers to hide their faces, poll finds
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center found that most Americans (61%) believe it is unacceptable for immigration officers to wear face coverings that hide their identities.
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center found that most Americans (61%) believe it is unacceptable for immigration officers to wear face coverings that hide their identities.
Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, DeKalb County leader and veteran, dies at 80
Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, a distinguished military veteran and prolific DeKalb County public servant, passed away on January 31, 2026.
Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, a distinguished military veteran and prolific DeKalb County public servant, passed away on January 31, 2026.
NC neo-Nazi gets max sentence for antisemitic threats against Georgia official, rabbi
A North Carolina man who threatened a Georgia representative and rabbi threatening use of "Zyklon B" gas has been sentenced.
A North Carolina man who threatened a Georgia representative and rabbi threatening use of "Zyklon B" gas has been sentenced.
Nike’s diversity initiatives under EEOC scrutiny for alleged discrimination against White workers
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
Villa Rica taxpayer alleges ADA violations over inaccessible city council meetings
A hearing-impaired taxpayer claims Villa Rica fails to provide mandated accommodations during public city meetings.
A hearing-impaired taxpayer claims Villa Rica fails to provide mandated accommodations during public city meetings.
Bernice King: Why Dr. King’s nonviolence principles are crucial in 2026
King Center CEO Bernice King said her father's teachings are more important now than ever, given today's turbulent times.
King Center CEO Bernice King said her father's teachings are more important now than ever, given today's turbulent times.
Car crash deaths surpass homicides in metro Atlanta, report finds
A new report shows car crash deaths exceeded homicides in metro Atlanta.
A new report shows car crash deaths exceeded homicides in metro Atlanta.
Activists warn proposed Ellenwood data center could create 'wasteland'
DeKalb County leaders are weighing new rules for data centers as a proposed one-million square-foot facility in Ellenwood.
DeKalb County leaders are weighing new rules for data centers as a proposed one-million square-foot facility in Ellenwood.
FBI agents fired for kneeling during 2020 protest sue over termination
Twelve former FBI agents filed a lawsuit to get their jobs back after being fired for kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest, an action they claim was meant to avoid a volatile situation.
Twelve former FBI agents filed a lawsuit to get their jobs back after being fired for kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest, an action they claim was meant to avoid a volatile situation.
Atlanta Powwow draws hundreds for two days of native dance, art, and storytelling
The Powwow drew hundreds for two days of dancing, storytelling and hands-on Indigenous cultural experiences.
The Powwow drew hundreds for two days of dancing, storytelling and hands-on Indigenous cultural experiences.
DeKalb police officer investigated after encounter with transgender woman
DeKalb County police opened an internal investigation after a transgender woman was confronted for using a women’s restroom.
DeKalb County police opened an internal investigation after a transgender woman was confronted for using a women’s restroom.