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photo courtesy of Nick Nelson Brandprenuer For over three decades, The 100 Black Men of DeKalb County has been a local chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., dedicated to improving the quality of life within the community and enhancing educational and economic opportunities for African Americans. The organization empowers youth and strengthens the […]

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In 2023 former attorney for Donald Trump agreed to a $148 settlement in a case which found that he defamed mother and daughter election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss by falsely accusing them of tampering with the 2020 presidential vote in Georgia. Although the women were awarded a multi-million dollar judgment, the disgraced former […]

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Contrary to popular belief, Black sci-fi writers – although a relatively rare breed – do exist.  They are not aliens who fell to earth as in Brother From Another Planet, or purveyors of the apocalyptic future predicted by writers given to the darker side of the future. They are introspective thinkers, willing to explore beyond […]

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Opportunist and critics have not been shy about attacking Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and have attempted to blame her for circumstances, which were far beyond anyone’s control. People must realize that this isn’t just an ordinary fire – this is an unprecedented and historic event that still has not come to an end. We […]

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The Paces Foundation in partnership with Soho Housing Partners held a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 14 for Metropolitan Place Apartments. The event signaled commencement of construction of a modern 176-unit workforce and affordable family community. Financing partners for the $74.8 million project are Berkadia, Chase Bank, U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance, Invest Atlanta and the Georgia […]

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By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In her 306th and final press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took a moment from discussing the day’s significant developments — a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas — to reflect on her historic tenure as the first Black person and the first […]

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JANUARY 15 1908—Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first Black Greek letter sorority, is founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle of St. Louis, Mo. The sorority gradually branched out to other campuses and became one of the leading organizational vehicles for college-trained Black women to make their mark on […]

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by Amber Ogden When the name Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. comes up, it’s easy to picture him standing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, his voice echoing the words “I have a dream” to a crowd of thousands. But imagine this: instead of a march or a sermon, his name is called on […]

The post Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Voice Earns Posthumous Grammy Win for Sermon at Ebenezer Baptisit Church appeared first on Atlanta Tribune.

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There’s a new BIATCH in town! BIATCH Tequila, by Boss Babes Brands Inc., a woman-owned company with an all-female C-Suite, is now available to order online on biatch.com in 43 states and can be found in local stores in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, New Jersey, New York, California, Texas, Louisiana, and Washington D.C. BIATCH is […]

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The Martin Luther King III Foundation and Legacy+ today announced “My Legacy,” a groundbreaking new iHeartPodcast series that will offer listeners an intimate look into the stories behind the personas of beloved public figures and influential leaders. Hosted by Martin Luther King III, human rights activist Arndrea Waters King, Legacy+ Founder Craig Kielburger and social entrepreneur Marc Kielburger, “My […]

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Photo: Getty Images NAACP President Derrick Johnson is urging President Joe Biden to deliver on “critical promises” before the end of his administration. On Wednesday (January 8), theGrio released an op-ed by Johnson in which he called on Biden to take action on key promises, including police accountability, clemency for drug offenders, and eliminating student […]

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In September 2024, BRP Companies and The Prusik Group revealed plans to redevelop Mall West End into One West End Atlanta, with the mall set to officially close at the end of January. The development team has been actively collaborating with legacy tenants to ensure that the unique essence of the West End is preserved […]

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