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GE Tower tenants face poor living conditions amid renovations to preserve affordable housing
Tenants of GE Tower, an apartment complex southwest of downtown Atlanta, held a press conference in the courtyard of the building Wednesday morning to air grievances about a long list of ongoing issues they’ve faced with management. Backed by representatives of the Housing Justice League, the tenants’ mounting frustration was palpable. From sexual harassment, a lack […] The post GE Tower tenants face poor living conditions amid renovations to preserve affordable housing appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Obama expected to endorse Harris soon, source says
Washington (CNN) — Former President Barack Obama is expected to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris soon and his team has been in touch with the campaign, a source told CNN. Obama and Harris, the presumptive Democratic nominee, have been in touch regularly, and he is serving as a sounding board for her as he has over the 20 years […] The post Obama expected to endorse Harris soon, source says appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
TILA Studios celebrates grand opening of new gallery space at the Goat Farm
TILA Studios, a black women’s visual artist collective, recently celebrated the grand opening of its TILA Studios Gallery at the reimaged Goat Farm property. The celebration kicked off with When She Rests, She Blooms, the gallery’s first exhibition which featured works from select Black women artists. “It’s amazing to see how many people support TILA […] The post TILA Studios celebrates grand opening of new gallery space at the Goat Farm appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
VP Kamala Harris gets presidential nod from Macon political and union leaders
Local Bibb County and Houston County political and union leaders held a press conference in support of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential bid in Macon, Georgia, citing her public record and the Biden-Harris administration's accomplishments. The post VP Kamala Harris gets presidential nod from Macon political and union leaders appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
AP African-American studies will return to Georgia’s Public Schools
Wednesday, Georgia State Schools Superintendent Richard Woods permitted the state to pay districts to teach an Advanced Placement course in African-American studies. This decision was a shocking about-face that came in about 48 hours. Monday afternoon, Gwinnett County Public Schools was told the State Board of Education (SBOE) would not agree to adopt the class. […] The post AP African-American studies will return to Georgia’s Public Schools appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Right-wing media figures target Kamala Harris with race and gender-based attacks
New York (CNN) — The right-wing media machine is throwing everything but the kitchen sink at Kamala Harris. As she held a rally Tuesday for the first time as the likely Democratic presidential nominee, Fox News, talk radio, and the constellation of digital news websites and online personalities were busy blitzing her with a wide array […] The post Right-wing media figures target Kamala Harris with race and gender-based attacks appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Coco Gauff to be female flag bearer for US team at Olympic opening ceremony, joining LeBron James
PARIS (AP) — Tennis star Coco Gauff will join LeBron James as a flag bearer for the U.S. Olympic team at Friday’s opening ceremony. Gauff, the reigning U.S. Open champion, is set to make her Olympic debut at the Paris Games and will be the first tennis athlete to carry the U.S. flag. She and James were chosen by Team USA athletes. […] The post Coco Gauff to be female flag bearer for US team at Olympic opening ceremony, joining LeBron James appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Nando’s PERi-PERi chicken restaurant chain expands to Atlanta
Nando's, a globally popular restaurant chain, is expanding to Atlanta, offering South African flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken and its signature sauces, while preserving the food and culture of Southern Africa. The post Nando’s PERi-PERi chicken restaurant chain expands to Atlanta appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
The Bryan Brothers, John Isner, and Andy Roddick reflect on the impacts from the Atlanta Open
The Champions Challenge at this year’s Atlanta Open featured a doubles matchup between the Bryan Brothers (Bob and Mike Bryan) versus John Isner and Andy Roddick. Isner, a University of Georgia alum, pushed the Bryan brothers to a tiebreaker in the first set before ultimately falling in a shootout. In the end, the Bryan brothers […] The post The Bryan Brothers, John Isner, and Andy Roddick reflect on the impacts from the Atlanta Open appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Photos: Taylor Townsend defeats Sloane Stephens in exhibition match at Atlanta Open
Sloane Stephens faced off against Taylor Townsend in an exhibition at the Atlanta Open in Atlantic Station on Sunday night. Townsend beat the U.S. Open Champion 7-6, 6-3. Stephens has won seven WTA Tour singles titles. She was once ranked #3 in the world after becoming a Wimbledon finalist in 2018. Meanwhile, Townsend is the 2024 Wimbledon doubles […] The post Photos: Taylor Townsend defeats Sloane Stephens in exhibition match at Atlanta Open appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
U.S. Department of Transportation opens investigation into Delta Air Lines
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Tuesday an investigation into Delta Air Lines five days after a failed software update sent air travel into chaos. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg made the announcement on X. He says he seeks “to ensure the airline is following the law and taking care of its passengers during continued widespread […] The post U.S. Department of Transportation opens investigation into Delta Air Lines appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
TRAVEL: Try Jackson, Mississippi
A family trip to Jackson, Mississippi included visits to Hal & Mal's restaurant, the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the International Museum of Muslim Culture, and the Evers' home, all of which provided insight into the city's history and culture. The post TRAVEL: Try Jackson, Mississippi appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Vice President and 2024 Democratic nominee Kamala Harris’ interview with The Atlanta Voice
Vice President Kamala Harris met with The Atlanta Voice to discuss her leadership on gun violence prevention, the importance of voting and being an active participant in the political process, and her love for Atlanta. The post Vice President and 2024 Democratic nominee Kamala Harris’ interview with The Atlanta Voice appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Harris picks up enough delegate support to win nomination on first full day of her campaign
Vice President Kamala Harris received endorsements from over 1,976 pledged delegates, securing the Democratic nomination on the first ballot, while no credible challenger has emerged. The post Harris picks up enough delegate support to win nomination on first full day of her campaign appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
ATL Lady Hawks were meant to fly
The ATL Lady Hawks, a senior women's basketball team founded in 2022, is made up of 28 women over 50 who are passionate about the game and are preparing to compete in the 2024 Georgia Golden Basketball Olympics and the National Senior Basketball Games in July 2025. The post ATL Lady Hawks were meant to fly appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. takes action against voter suppression with ‘One Delta-One Georgia’ tour
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has organized a tour to raise awareness about voter suppression issues and emphasize the importance of voting, particularly for younger generations, in order to ensure that everyone has the right to vote. The post Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. takes action against voter suppression with ‘One Delta-One Georgia’ tour appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Ossoff is backing Harris for President, thanked Biden for service to country, Georgia
Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris' bid for the presidency, praising her readiness and preparedness, while Georgia representatives Phil Olaleye and Rhona Burnough also support her campaign. The post Ossoff is backing Harris for President, thanked Biden for service to country, Georgia appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
LeBron James to be Team USA’s male flag bearer for Olympic Opening Ceremony
(CNN) — NBA legend LeBron James has been selected as Team USA’s male flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced on Monday. Alongside a female flag bearer who will be announced on Tuesday, James will be front and center in a unique event. The Opening Ceremony will be […] The post LeBron James to be Team USA’s male flag bearer for Olympic Opening Ceremony appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Global markets rise after Biden exit
New York (CNN) — Global markets made solid gains after President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential election Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. European stocks saw an uptick and morning trading in the US was higher following Biden’s announcement. The Dow rose 123.7 points, or 0.3%. The S&P […] The post Global markets rise after Biden exit appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
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The Atlanta Voice newspaper was founded by Mr. Ed Clayton, a formidable newspaperman and J. Lowell Ware in 1966 with a defined vision and mission, which has been the publications’ motto and driving force ever since: “A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard.” Mr. Clayton died after the first issue of the paper was produced leaving Mr. Ware as the sole publisher. The venerable, award-winning publication was born out of the refusal of the white-owned majority Atlanta media to give fair and credible coverage to the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement. It was effectively and uniquely spearheaded by the legendary and politically powerful, J. Lowell Ware, who when he died at age 63 in 1991, had been responsible for publishing seven newspapers throughout the states of Georgia and Alabama; The Atlanta Voice, The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Tuskegee Voice, The Pensacola Voice, The Inter-Scholastic Journal and The Atlanta Inquirer. The paper was started “out of the movement,” remembers his daughter and current Atlanta Voice Publisher, Janis Ware; a dynamic and charismatic housing expert, businesswoman and community activist, who readily assumed the role and responsibility for fulfilling her father’s vision. Janis Ware is a University of Georgia Business School graduate, whose career has been unwavering in completing her father’s lifelong interest in publishing and community development. She has continued the mission and vision of The Atlanta Voice as the unchallenged leader and foremost provider of news and information pertinent to the well being of Atlanta’s African American community. For years, Janis Ware worked alongside her famous father in the publishing business learning his style, understanding his dedication to excellence, and receiving inspiration from his passion for his people. His legacy has also become her mission. She continues in the spirit of the high journalistic standards and commitment to the community passed on to her by her esteemed father.
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