Fearless Fund drops grant program for Black women business owners in lawsuit settlement
A venture capital firm has closed down a grant contest for Black women business owners as part of a settlement agreement with a conservative group that had filed a lawsuit alleging the program was discriminatory, both sides announced Wednesday.
Atlanta city leaders consider use of city funds to buy blighted properties
Last week, council members approved a "blight tax" that would penalize property owners who’ve failed to upkeep them over the years. The other idea that came up was using city funds to take the abandoned properties off their hands completely.
Tools and Tiaras' teaching trade skills to girls
Tools and Tiaras is a nonprofit on a mission to change the stigma about working in skilled trades, especially when it comes to girls.
Outrage over hateful yard sign in Dunwoody leads to unexpected resolution
A front yard sign featuring an anti-Jewish slur came down in one Dunwoody neighborhood after a neighbor confronted the resident who lived there.
Coosa High School students’ lawsuit over ‘Black Live Matter’ shirts can move forward in part
A civil rights lawsuit filed by five Black Coosa High School students against the Floyd County School District can proceed.
What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Kamala Harris responds to Donald Trump's comments made at NABJ event in Chicago
Vice President Kamala Harris responded to the comments that were made by former President Donald Trump during a National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago on Wednesday.
Georgia superintendent labels AP African American Studies course 'illegal'
Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods has declared that the Advanced Placement African American Studies course he rejected for state funding is illegal.
Trump at NABJ: What he said about 'Black jobs,' 'childless cat ladies' and Kamala's racial identity
Former President Donald Trump took the stage at the Chicago convention for the National Association of Black Journalists Wednesday and there was no shortage of controversial comments during his question and answer session.
Lilburn woman overcomes deafness to become McDonald's manager, inspiration
Friday marks National Disability Independence Day.
Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee from Houston dies at age 74
U.S. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who was known by many in Houston for her hard work and public service, passed away at the age of 74.
Rev. Fred D. Taylor: March, homegoing service planned for MLK lieutenant
Rev. Taylor died at Tranquility Hospice in Austell on June 21; he was 81.
Atlanta leaders want to slap owners of rundown, abandoned properties with 'blight tax'
Amid a citywide housing shortage, Atlanta leaders want to crack down on investors and corporations that own abandoned properties that just sit there and fall apart.
'This is not a gift': Lawyers react to $2M settlement for college students tased by Atlanta PD
Lawyers representing two college students tased by Atlanta police are defending a $2 million settlement with the city.
Atlanta City Council agrees to $2M settlement for students arrested during protest
Atlanta City Council, in a 13-1 vote, has approved a $2 million settlement for two university students who were arrested in 2020 during a Black Lives Matter protest in downtown Atlanta.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
Community members call on APS superintendent finalist to prioritize equity in schools
For some, it was the first time meeting Johnson, who was named the sole finalist last week.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
American Airlines CEO aims to ‘rebuild trust’ after Black passengers removed from flight
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom is calling the incident unacceptable, saying that it contradicts American Airlines' values.
Atlanta celebrates Juneteenth with community events, activism
A look at Juneteenth celebrations around metro Atlanta.