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Global Village Project, a Decatur-based middle school serving refugee girls has selected Allison Almand Ezell as its new CEO and head of school. She succeeds Elizabeth Elango following a six-month national search. Ezell has been part of the Global Village Project community for eight years, first as a volunteer and most recently as director of […]

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President Trump has taken aim at college sports with a new executive order signed Thursday that seeks to empower federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education, which disburses funds to public […]

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Kelvin King, a former Republican candidate for U.S. Senate and husband of State Election Board member Janelle King, has launched a bid for secretary of state, joining State Rep. Tim […]

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By Jehan Gibson-Crump For most people, conversations about death are not easy to have. That uneasiness leads to a failure to plan. That failure to plan becomes a one-way ticket to probate. “Probate” generally refers to the process through which a deceased person’s property is distributed. Property can mean a home, a vehicle, a business, […]

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For most people, conversations about death are not easy to have. That uneasiness leads to a failure to plan. That failure to plan becomes a one-way ticket to probate. “Probate” generally refers to the process through which a deceased person’s property is distributed. Property can mean a home, a vehicle, a business, financial accounts and … Continued

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On July 15th 2025, over two dozen visual artists gathered in Atlanta’s eyedrum gallery, working from sundown into the early hours of the morning. Huddled around tables stacked high with pens, brushes, tablets, and books, some were busy sketching while others put finishing touches on their paintings. For many creatives this kind of all-nighter is...

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For two decades, Washington, D.C., pediatrician Lanre Falusi has counseled parents about vaccine safety, side effects and timing. But this year, she said, the conversations have changed. “For the first time, I’m […]

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Photo: Getty Images French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, are suing conservative commentator Candace Owens, accusing her of pushing “outlandish, defamatory, and far-fetched fictions” about their family. On Wednesday (July 23), the Macrons filed a lawsuit against Owens, outlining 22 counts of alleged defamation, false light, and defamation by implication, per ABC … Continued

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In 2021, the Stone Mountain Memorial Association agreed to install an exhibit about the park’s history, including Ku Klux Klan cross-burnings. Construction for the new exhibit is underway, but the […]

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JULY 23 1900—The first Pan African confer­ence took place in London, England. Blacks from throughout the world gath­ered to plot strategies for bringing about rights for all people of African ancestry, independence from colonialism for Af­rican countries and international Black unity. This “conference” was the pre­cursor of all the subsequent Pan African “Congresses.” Among the […]

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H. J. Russell & Company announces the promotion of Tiffanie Lewis to Vice President of Talent Enablement. In this role, she will lead the company’s employee development, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and engagement strategies. She reports to Mona Garland, Chief People Officer. Lewis brings over 30 years of experience with the company, having advanced through roles in property […]

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A capacity crowd of nearly 100 supporters packed into the Enon Ranch Thursday evening for a major rally and fundraiser in support of Aaron Johnson, candidate for the District 2 seat on the South Fulton City Council. The event was highlighted by the powerful endorsement of former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, who praised Johnson as the … Continued

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Capitalism: an economic system characterized by private or corporate own­ership of capital goods, by investments that are deter­mined by private decision, and by prices, production, and the distribution of goods that are determined mainly by competition in a free market. Hear ye, hear ye. Capi­talism is generally defined as an economic paradigm based on unfettered … Continued

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Photo: Neal McNeil / iStock / Getty Images A Memphis mom won’t face charges after she shot an intruder who broke into her home, per Black Enterprise. Video of the break-in showed the mother, who remains unidentified, retreating into a room and asking three intruders to leave her home. The mother informed the intruders that … Continued

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  Bottoms Lays Out Vision to Stand up for Georgians Against Chaos in Washington, Announces Endorsements of Key DeKalb Leaders Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, former mayor of Atlanta and candidate for governor, launched her “Standing Up for Georgia” tour today in Clarkston, meeting with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) workers impacted by Donald … Continued

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Person Shot: 66 Broad St. NW

Preliminary information: On July 25, 2025, at approximately 3:07 a.m., Atlanta Police Zone 5 officers responded to a report of a person shot near 66 Broad St. NW. Upon arriving on the scene, officers located a 24-year-old male victim who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was alert, conscious, and breathing, and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. Due to the victim’s medical status, he was unable to provide responding officers with any suspect information or a reason for the shooting. Investigators responded to the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation continues.

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Preliminary statement: On Thursday, July 24, 2025, at around 9:45 PM, Officers responded to 245 Oak Dr SE on a person shot call. Upon arrival, officers located one gunshot victim on scene; a 17-year-old male, was pronounced deceased on...

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A woman who the Pennsylvania State Police say worked under multiple aliases faces multiple criminal charges. The authorities still aren’t sure of her real name.

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A woman who the Pennsylvania State Police say worked under multiple aliases faces multiple criminal charges. The authorities still aren’t sure of her real name.

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President Donald Trump signed a bill Thursday canceling about $9 billion that had been approved for public broadcasting and foreign aid as Republicans look to lock in cuts to programs targeted by […]

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Photos: Crucial, long stretch of Atlanta Beltline is starting to exist Josh Green Thu, 07/24/2025 - 16:06

Two years (and change) since the Beltline’s Southside Trail Segments 4 and 5 broke ground, this key neighborhood-connecting swoop of the 22-mile loop is starting to come together in encouraging ways.  

The segments in question—now technically referred to as the Southeast Trail—stretch for 1.2 miles between Glenwood Avenue and Boulevard. In between are neighborhoods Grant Park, Ormewood Park, and Boulevard Heights.

Here’s a quick overview:

The 1.2-mile Southeast Trail section in question in the Beltline's most recent construction update map.Atlanta Beltline Inc.

According to Atlanta Beltline Inc., Segments 4 and 5 are still on pace to open sometime this fall, though as the below photos illustrate, much work remains to be done.

Unexpected hurdles involving underground utilities at United Avenue wiped out the Beltline’s earlier goal of opening the trail last spring, officials have said.  

On a positive note, signs of progress made by Beltline contractor Reeves Young Construction in recent weeks are obvious. Let’s have a peek.

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^^ Looking west from over the Trestletree Village Apartments, most of Segment 4 has been paved, stretching from United Avenue to Boulevard, as seen in the distance above.

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**^^**Where the United Avenue bridge has been installed, along with railings. Backfilling just to the north of the bridge is mostly complete, as Beltline officials recently reported.

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^^ Here, the finished trail pour between United Avenue and Boulevard heads off toward the southwest. Installation of light poles along this stretch is ongoing.

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^^ Just north of the United Avenue bridge, columns for a new ramp up to the trail and retaining walls are installed, per the Beltline.

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^^ There’s no paved trail yet between United Avenue and Glenwood Avenue/Glenwood Park. But the Beltline reports a ramp system just north of here, at Delmar Avenue, is now installed. Work on the Ormewood Avenue bridge continues.

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**^^**Meanwhile, on the private development front just east of the trail, the multifamily section of TPA Residential’s next Boulevard Heights project is rounding into shape, now that the site’s unsightly “trash mountain” has been removed.

Plans for the 8.2-acre site call for nearly 300 apartments and rental townhomes, with first deliveries scheduled for early 2026.

Note: A closer look at Beltline construction progress near Boulevard and elsewhere was planned here, but a drone malfunction is interfering. Those pics will be added to this post or used for a second update should they become available.

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The DeKalb County Commission is investing in transitional housing to address the growing number of people living in extended stay hotels. The county is using $8 million of federal funds […]

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Fatal Shooting 1675 Memorial Dr SE

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Preliminary Statement: On July 24,2025, at approximately 1:00 PM, officers responded to 1675 Memorial Dr SE. in reference to a male shot. Upon arrival, officers located a male who sustained an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased on scene by medical personnel. Shortly after, the suspect Tavaris Williams (02/1989) returned to the scene which led to a brief foot chase between the suspect and officers. Officers were able to apprehend the suspect and place him into custody without further incident. At this time charges are pending.  Homicide investigators responded to the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains ongoing at this time.

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Fatal Shooting 369 Skylar Way SE

Preliminary Statement: On July 24,2025, at approximately 2:32 PM, officers responded to 369 Skylar Way SE. in reference to a male shot. Upon arrival, officers located a male who sustained an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased on scene by medical personnel. Investigators with the Homicide Unit responded to the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains ongoing at this time.

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Rapper GloRilla was arrested this week on felony drug charges after “a significant amount of marijuana” was found by police while they investigated a burglary at her home in Atlanta. GloRilla, whose […]

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