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July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to honor the resilience of communities of color while continuing the urgent work of dismantling the systemic barriers that stand in the way of equitable mental health care. The Loveland Foundation stands at the forefront of this effort, prioritizing healing for Black women and girls … Continued

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Photo: Luke_Franzen / iStock / Getty Images The family of a New York City teenager is demanding transparency after officials alleged that she died by suicide while in jail, PEOPLE reports. 18-year-old Saniyah Cheatham, a student at Bronx Community College, was reportedly arrested on July 4 following a fight with her girlfriend. Cheatham was found … Continued

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Local officials spent years trying to force Marvin Peavy to remove the giant pro-Trump banners from his home in the Florida Panhandle. This summer, Mr. Peavy is basking in victory.

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The number of developments led by professional sports teams has accelerated in recent years, as the price of teams has skyrocketed.

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Fatal Shooting 232 Forsyth ST SW

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You ever wonder how much money you need to retire and live the way you want? I’m not talkin’ about surviving off Ramen noodles and sardines with Social Security as your singular source of in­come. I mean real retirement—the kind where your bills are paid, your lifestyle is sustained, and your peace of mind is … Continued

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Black Americans born in the early 1990s became politically involved when the Black Lives Matter movement disrupted the 2016 Democratic presidential primary and blamed the Democrats for the mass incarceration of African Americans. The Controlled Substances Act of 1970 established federal laws against specific drugs. Powder cocaine was an illicit commodity among the affluent. Eventually … Continued

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No one has been sentenced to jail for causing Breonna Taylor’s death, though Brett Hankison, a former Louisville police officer, was convicted of violating her civil rights. He was found guilty of using excessive force during the raid on her apartment, but the Justice Department is now recommending a one-day sentence, a significant reversal from their initial pursuit … Continued

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Double shooting 887 Washington ST SW

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Preliminary Statement: On July 18th, 2025, at approximately 8:01PM, officers responded to 887 Washington ST SW., in reference to a female and male shot. Upon arrival, officers located a female with an apparent gunshot wound to the chest and arm. The victim was alert, conscious, breathing and transported to the hospital for treatment. Officers also located a male with an apparent graze wound. Preliminary investigation suggests that a verbal disagreement led to the victims being shot.  Investigators with the Domestic Violence unit responded to the scene to determine the circumstance surrounding this incident.  The investigation is still ongoing.

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This week in Atlanta news, MARTA’s board says CEO Collie Greenwood, who is Canadian, is taking early retirement after he stepped down abruptly this week over immigration issues. A prominent […]

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The family of a homeless man who died after a bulldozer crushed his tent during an encampment sweep sued the city of Atlanta on Friday over his death, calling it “tragic and […]

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Stand at the corner of Auburn Avenue and Jessie Hill Jr. Drive, and wait for the wind to blow.  Admire the blue letters “Jesus Saves,” hanging like a benediction above Big Bethel AME Church. Steady your eyes and try to see him in the whirlwinds. It’s been raining lately in Atlanta, so maybe you will […]

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DeKalb County has the highest rate of tuberculosis cases in Georgia. Next week, it’s opening a new clinic to help test for the disease and treat it. The clinic at […]

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Images: Portman uncloaks plans for mixed-use Meadow Glen Village Josh Green Fri, 07/18/2025 - 12:49

One of Atlanta’s most seasoned urban developers is continuing its push into growing metro suburbs, this time south of the city. 

Portman officials today unveiled plans for a multifaceted project called Meadow Glen Village in the south Fulton County city of Fairburn, roughly a dozen miles south of Atlanta’s airport or 20 miles from downtown. 

Portman—a national developer with recent, high-profile intown projects that include Midtown’s Spring Quarter, Junction Krog Street, and the planned remake of Amsterdam Walk—has closed on the land for the Fairburn project and expects to break ground this month.

The mid-rise portion of Meadow Glen Village calls for 332 units total, spread across nine multifamily buildings with surface parking.

One of two retail buildings planned for Meadow Glen Village that will flank a town green, per developers. Courtesy of Portman

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The village aspect will come via two low-rise retail buildings, each 6,000 square feet, designed to create “a dynamic and well-amenitized living experience” with service retailers and multiple food-and-beverage concepts, per Portman officials. That portion will flank a town green for hosting community events and public leisure. 

The site is located at Senoia Road and Meadow Glen Parkway, just south of Interstate 85, reps tell Urbanize Atlanta. 

Portman’s schedule calls for delivering Meadow Glen Village in June 2027. 

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Overview of Meadow Glen Village's communal greenspace and nine-building site plans. Courtesy of Portman

According to Portman officials, Fairburn was chosen as another pivot from urban development and OTP investment for its proximity to Atlanta and population growth over the past decade, translating to market demand for new, amenitized rentals. On the flipside of the metro, Portman is also planning to transform a dated office park near Avalon into a mixed-use hub. 

“Historically, Portman has been more focused on infill, urban markets for residential projects,” Harvey Wadsworth, the company’s managing director for residential, said in an announcement today. “This closing represents our current strategy of quality suburban development, highlighting our team’s ability to react and adapt to market cycles.” 

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Fairburn's location in the context of south metro Atlanta, with downtown at top. Google Maps

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Voting rights gutted. Civil rights division dismantled. Social safety net slashed. Jan. 6 rioters pardoned. Parents separated from children at the border. What would John Lewis think about the political upheaval roiling the country if he were still alive? That was the question on many people’s minds as they gathered in Atlanta and across the […]

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Award-winning contemporary artist, environmentalist, art activist and professor are just some of Pam Longobardi’s titles. A professor of art at Georgia State University since 1997, Longobardi’s extensive CV includes numerous artist residencies, awards and special recognitions and a long list of group and solo shows spanning nearly two decades. Her current exhibition, INSTAR (on view...

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On popular Georgia lake, 'ultra-high-end' townhomes underway Josh Green Fri, 07/18/2025 - 10:50

Here’s proof that upscale and uber-pricey townhomes aren’t exclusively the province of, say, Inman Park and Buckhead. 

As part of Airabella Lake Oconee, a 137-acre resort village that broke ground last year, vertical construction began this week on the first phase of 72 townhomes described by project officials as “ultra-high-end.” Prices start at $1.4 million. 

The broader Airabella project—situated due south of Athens, about an hour and 20 minutes east of downtown Atlanta—is aiming to bring mixed-use walkability to one of Georgia’s most scenic and celebrated lakes. 

Choice Gateway developers broke ground on Airabella in March last year near the City of Greensboro; their full project scope calls for more than 200 single-family houses and townhomes, a boutique Marriott hotel, restaurants, a brewery, and a retail section called Village at Airabella. 

Additional features will include greenspaces, a wedding venue, and new nine-hole golf course, according to project leaders. The Reynolds Lake Oconee community and Ritz-Carlton Reynolds resort are next door. 

Seasoned Atlanta-based homebuilder Harrison Homes was picked to build Airabella’s townhome portion, which will offer 16 home elevations and three floorplans. Project reps tell Urbanize Atlanta the first building is scheduled to deliver in eight months, and presales are underway now. 

Planned facades of 72 upscale townhomes at Airabella Lake Oconee. Courtesy of Harrison Homes/Airabella Lake Oconee

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The foot-in-the-door option, the Aster, will span more than 3,000 square feet across three levels, priced at $1.4 million and up. The larger model, the Vista, will start at $1.7 million for at least 4,000 square feet. 

So rustic, simple lakeside getaways these are not. 

Features with all townhomes will include elevators, dedicated golf-cart parking, sculleries, large terraces, golf course views, and what’s described as “epicurean kitchens.” The larger Vista options come with a private courtyard, temperature-controlled plunge pool, and detached two-car garages with optional apartments. 

The list of planned townhome amenities includes pickleball courts, a resort pool with concierge services, and a 4,000-square-foot communal clubhouse.  

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Airabella, if you’re wondering, translates to “beautiful wind.” 

“Our vision is to create a vibrant, modern, and elevated community that fosters positivity and human connection,” said Kevin Bryant of Choice Gateway in a townhome announcement. “This sentiment is beautifully reflected in the design of the townhome residences, which Harrison has masterfully brought to life.” 

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Growing up as the daughter of immigrants from El Salvador, Roxana Chicas heard horror stories about what the heat could do to construction workers like her stepfather. Stories of a […]

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Tariffs have become a hallmark of President Donald Trump’s second term, but the on-again, off-again taxes on imports have led to uncertainty in the economy. On this week’s episode of […]

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The 2026 election is still over a year away, but candidates across the Peach State are already hard at work, seeking to win over Georgia voters early and raise funds […]

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Co-authors Jonah McDonald and Zana Pouncey talk about Hiking Atlanta’s Hidden Forests. :: Hikers, lace up your boots or tighten those sandal straps. Some of metro Atlanta’s best-kept hiking secrets might not be a secret much longer. Last month, local naturalists Jonah McDonald and Zana Pouncey released Hiking Metro Atlanta’s Hidden Forests: An Hour or...

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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Union Pacific and Atlanta-based Norfolk Southern are in merger talks to create the largest railroad in North America that would connect the East and West Coasts. […]

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Designed for broad appeal, Illuminarium’s Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified: The Immersive Rock Experience offers iconic photography and superb sound but could dig deeper. :: In my mind, Rolling Stone has a very particular odor. My most permanent memory of poring over those oversized music magazines in the early ’90s — expansive periodicals with coverage of seemingly everything cool...

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Photo: Getty Images President Donald Trump challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett, who he deemed “low IQ,” to an intelligence test to “see who comes out best.” Trump again took aim at Crockett, along with fellow Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, while speaking to reporters en route to Pittsburgh ahead of a summit on energy and artificial intelligence. … Continued

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Landmark Verdict is Georgia’s First Under Relatively New Sex Trafficking Statute After five years of investigation, discovery, and a five-day jury trial in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Atlanta-based Finch McCranie, LLP secured the largest sex trafficking verdict in U.S. history: a $40 million award on behalf of “J.G”, a young Georgia woman who survived being sex … Continued

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