Atlanta City Council President Doug Shipman will not run for re-election

Published   Feb 12, 2025 09:11PM

Atlanta City Council President Doug Shipman announced his plans to step aside at the end of his term. Shipman says medical issues in his family have forced him to step aside and not run for re-election. “Recently my family has come to face significant medical challenges that will require me to focus time and effort […]
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Travis Townsend: Empowering Atlanta’s Black Professionals


As Black History Month unfolds, we are reminded not only of the extraordinary achievements of the past but also of the urgent need to shape a future where Black professionals and entrepreneurs can thrive in Atlanta. This moment is particularly ... Read more

The Fall of America!!!!!


After the 2024 US Presidential election, the Republican Party's victory has led to a path backwards to the era of Jim Crow, with a focus on favoring the rich and influential people, and discriminating against people of color and emerging major ... Read more

Street Lines: 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X — A Luxury Pickup


The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X combines rugged capability with luxurious appointments, offering a powerful Duramax 3.0-liter turbo-diesel engine and numerous off-roading features, while also providing a comfortable and tech-rich interior, and a ... Read more

Georgia Lawmakers, mostly but not all Democrats, seek extra funding for impoverished students

Published   Feb 11, 2025 10:46AM

ATLANTA – Some legislative Republicans are joining Democrats in seeking to send additional state funding to schools with students in poverty. Supporters of House Bill 245 argue that Georgia is one of six states that has not adjusted educational funding to account for poverty and that it’s time to change that. They say students across […]
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Smalls Sliders, a cheeseburger brand, opens location in Stoc


Smalls Sliders has opened its first location in Georgia, specializing in fresh, cooked-to-order cheeseburger sliders and offering a unique modular setup made from shipping containers.
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Experts tell parents how to help their kids through their an


Parents can help their children navigate anxiety by setting a calm environment, practicing self-empathy, and using co-regulation techniques.
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Sen. Warnock says Capping Prescription Cost Act should not b


Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock emphasized that the cost of prescription drugs is a moral issue that transcends politics and should be a priority regardless of who is in the White House.
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