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Data Centers, High Bills Drive Georgia PSC Races - Capital B News - Atlanta This year’s races may be more critical for Black Georgians.

PSC Commissioners Tim Echols and Fitz Johnson are the two Republican incumbents vying for reelection against Democratic challengers Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-psc-election-energy-bills/

Atlanta Officer Who Killed Linton Blackwell Had Prior Disciplinary Violations - Capital B News - Atlanta The Atlanta Police Department confirmed there is an active internal affairs investigation into the shooting of Linton Blackwell, known as B Green.

Outside a Buckhead bar on the night of Oct. 11, Linton Blackwell was shot and killed by Gerald Walker, an off-duty Atlanta police officer. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-rapper-shooting-officer-record/

Inside the Atlanta Collective Training Black Immigrants to Lead - Capital B News - Atlanta The African Immigrant Collective wants more Black and African immigrants to involve themselves in the political process.

The African Immigrant Collective hosted its first Advocacy and Policy Conference to discuss some of the most prevalent challenges newer African immigrants are facing in the U.S. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/african-immigrants-georgia-create-political-power/

Fulton County Jail Crisis Worsens After Funding Ends - Capital B News - Atlanta Commissioner Mo Ivory has introduced legislation to allocate surplus funds to two justice agencies dealing with serious understaffing.

Fulton County Commissioner Mo Ivory has pushed for increased funding for the county’s courts and jail systems. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/fulton-county-overcrowding-jail-crisis/

Caribbean Students in Atlanta React to Hurricane Melissa - Capital B News - Atlanta An organization plans to host more gatherings for Spelman, Morehouse and Clark students and raise money for relief efforts.

For many students, Vybz has been more than a campus organization. It’s a support system, a space to vent, pray, and lean on one another when home feels far away. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/hurricane-melissa-caribbean-students-atlanta/

Black Lives Matter Facing Financial Scrutiny — Again Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation Inc. denies in a statement to Capital B that there is a federal investigation.

The Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation Inc. denied on Friday being “a target of any federal criminal investigation” in light of a report that the federal government was looking into fraud allegations.

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Where to get Free Food in Atlanta amid SNAP Pause From community pantries to medically tailored meal programs, these local resources can provide food support while federal benefits are on hold.

From community pantries to medically tailored meal programs, these local resources can provide food support while federal benefits are on hold.
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Inside the Atlanta Collective Training Black Immigrants to Lead - Capital B News - Atlanta The African Immigrant Collective wants more Black and African immigrants to involve themselves in the political process.

The African Immigrant Collective rolled out ways for Black and African immigrants to impact the political process. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/african-immigrants-georgia-create-political-power/

Atlanta Officer Who Killed Linton Blackwell Had Prior Disciplinary Violations - Capital B News - Atlanta The Atlanta Police Department confirmed there is an active internal affairs investigation into the shooting of Linton Blackwell, known as B Green.

The Atlanta Police Department confirmed there is an active internal affairs investigation into the shooting of Linton Blackwell, known as B Green. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-rapp...

Data Centers, High Bills Drive Georgia PSC Races - Capital B News - Atlanta This year’s races may be more critical for Black Georgians.

This year’s races may be more critical for Black Georgians. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-psc-...

Schooling The APS Candidates: The Good The Bad & The Ugly Join us for Schooling the Candidates! Hear from Atlanta’s school board hopefuls & share your voice on the future of our schools.

Tonight! Hear from Atlanta’s school board hopefuls & share your voice on the future of our schools. RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/schooling-...

Fulton County Jail Crisis Worsens After Funding Ends - Capital B News - Atlanta Commissioner Mo Ivory has introduced legislation to allocate surplus funds to two justice agencies dealing with serious understaffing.

Commissioner Mo Ivory has introduced legislation to allocate surplus funds to two justice agencies dealing with serious understaffing. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/fulton-count...

Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Over Fibroids Revived in Georgia - Capital B News - Atlanta The lawsuit is one of hundreds tied to reproductive health issues linked to straighteners.

The lawsuit is one of hundreds tied to reproductive health issues linked to straighteners. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/hair-relaxer...

New Georgia Project Is Gone but Voter Organizing Continues - Capital B News - Atlanta From layoffs to federal spending cuts, voting rights groups believe the Trump administration’s actions will motivate more Black Georgians to head to the polls.

Much of the New Georgia Project’s Black voter engagement work, advocates fear, has been undone by Republican officials looking to help their party maintain power, both in the Georgia General Assembly and the White House.

Atlanta Rapper Shot 17 Times by Off-Duty Atlanta Officer - Capital B News - Atlanta The family of Linton Blackwell is seeking answers about the night that left the father of 15-year-old twin daughters dead outside a Buckhead bar.

Linton Blackwell, a 44-year-old father and local rapper who was killed earlier this month by an off-duty Atlanta police officer, had approximately 17 gunshot wounds, according to the autopsy report created by a Fulton County medical examiner.

Georgia Father Challenges 2003 Conviction in Son’s Death - Capital B News - Atlanta In a unanimous opinion, the state Supreme Court said the lower court failed to apply the proper legal framework when denying Danyel Smith a new trial.

After spending over 20 years incarcerated for a crime he says he didn’t commit, Danyel Smith had hoped to be home soon. Despite a recent victory at the Supreme Court of Georgia, it is likely he will remain incarcerated for the rest of the year.

Westside Future Fund Summit Left Legacy Residents With Questions - Capital B News - Atlanta A Westside Future Fund summit left many legacy residents with more questions than answers.

"That line lingered among the group that gathered...They met each other gaze with quiet nods and knowing looks. It captured what so many native Atlantans in the room were feeling, that progress is not progress if it forgets who it is for."

Atlanta Rapper Shot 17 Times by Off-Duty Atlanta Officer - Capital B News - Atlanta The family of Linton Blackwell is seeking answers about the night that left the father of 15-year-old twin daughters dead outside a Buckhead bar.

The family of Linton Blackwell is seeking answers about the night that left the father of 15-year-old twin daughters dead outside a Buckhead bar. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-poli...

Clark Atlanta 2025 Homecoming Guide - Capital B News - Atlanta From the fashions to the football game, the AUC will be the place to be this week in West End.

From the fashions to the football game, the AUC will be the place to be this week in West End.

New Georgia Project Is Gone but Voter Organizing Continues - Capital B News - Atlanta From layoffs to federal spending cuts, voting rights groups believe the Trump administration’s actions will motivate more Black Georgians to head to the polls.

From layoffs to federal spending cuts, voting rights groups believe the Trump administration’s actions will motivate more Black Georgians to head to the polls.

Atlanta Rapper B Green Killed by Off-Duty Officer - Capital B News - Atlanta Linton Blackwell is remembered as a man who was always looking out for the family.

Linton Blackwell is remembered as a man who was always looking out for the family. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-rapp...

Georgia Father Challenges 2003 Conviction in Son’s Death - Capital B News - Atlanta In a unanimous opinion, the state Supreme Court said the lower court failed to apply the proper legal framework when denying Danyel Smith a new trial.

In a unanimous opinion, the state Supreme Court said the lower court failed to apply the proper legal framework when denying Danyel Smith a new trial.

SpelHouse Homecoming Unites Students and Alumni - Capital B News - Atlanta With reflections on legacy and Black pride, Atlanta’s HBCU community gathered for a memorable weekend in West End.

With reflections on legacy and Black pride, Atlanta’s HBCU community gathered for a memorable weekend in West End. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/spelman-more...

Westside Future Fund Summit Left Legacy Residents With Questions - Capital B News - Atlanta A Westside Future Fund summit left many legacy residents with more questions than answers.

A Westside Future Fund summit left many legacy residents with more questions than answers. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/westside-fut...

Atlanta’s No Kings Protest Draws Thousands of Marchers - Capital B News - Atlanta Saturday’s demonstration protesting the Trump administration’s actions was the second held in the city this year.

Saturday’s demonstration protesting the Trump administration’s actions was the second held in the city this year. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-no-k...

How Many Data Centers Are There in Georgia - Capital B News - Atlanta As Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta expand in the state, even advocates struggle to identify how many facilities are being built.

Georgia’s data center expansion is rapidly transforming the state’s economic and physical landscape, from metro Atlanta to rural counties.

Amy Sherald Brings ‘American Sublime' to Atlanta - Capital B News - Atlanta Amy Sherald pulled her “American Sublime” exhibit from the National Portrait Gallery this summer.

After pulling her “American Sublime” exhibit from the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery over trans censorship issues, Georgia artist Amy Sherald will now bring the paintings home. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/amy-sherald-...

Early Voting Starts Tuesday. What to Know Before You Head to the Polls - Capital B News - Atlanta The upcoming election will decide Atlanta’s next mayor and City Council, as well as other local and statewide contests.

Fulton County election officials are encouraging metro Atlanta residents to take advantage of early voting to avoid longer lines on election day in November.

Grove Park Leaders Honored for Housing, Youth, and Community Work - Capital B News - Atlanta The neighborhood celebrates advocates who are working with youth and spurring economic development and community engagement.

The neighborhood celebrates advocates who are working with youth and spurring economic development and community engagement. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/grove-park-f...