(NewsUSA) – As the new year approaches, many people will be setting financial resolutions with hopes of improving their financial health – whether it’s saving more, paying down debt, or investing wisely. However, despite the best of intensions, new research by financial services firm Edward Jones re...
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(NewsUSA) – As the new year approaches, many people will be setting financial resolutions with hopes of improving their financial health – whether it’s saving more, paying down debt, or investing wisely. However, despite the best of intensions, new research by financial services firm Edward Jones reveals that a variety of factors often prevent these […]
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The journey toward homeownership is fraught with challenges for many, but for Black Americans, systemic barriers often make the dream of owning property feel like an unattainable goal. One such barrier, rooted in outdated legislation, continues to impact Black communities disproportionately the 1988...
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The journey toward homeownership is fraught with challenges for many, but for Black Americans, systemic barriers often make the dream of owning property feel like an unattainable goal. One such barrier, rooted in outdated legislation, continues to impact Black communities disproportionately the 1988 housing amendment introduced by Strom Thurmond as part of the “tough on […]
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Photo: Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has tapped ex-NFL player turned Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker for an administration position. On Tuesday (December 17), Trump announced that he was nominating Walker to serve as his ambassador to the Bahamas, per The Guardian. “Herschel has...
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Photo: Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has tapped ex-NFL player turned Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker for an administration position. On Tuesday (December 17), Trump announced that he was nominating Walker to serve as his ambassador to the Bahamas, per The Guardian. “Herschel has spent decades serving as an ambassador to our nation’s youth, our […]
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Fani Willis and her office has been disqualified from prosecuting Donald Trump and co-defendants over the alleged attempted steal of the 2020 Election. The Georgia Court of Appeals made the ruling today, overturning a previous ruling from another judge. The Georgia Court of Appeals stated, “While we...
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Fani Willis and her office has been disqualified from prosecuting Donald Trump and co-defendants over the alleged attempted steal of the 2020 Election. The Georgia Court of Appeals made the ruling today, overturning a previous ruling from another judge. The Georgia Court of Appeals stated, “While we recognize that an appearance of impropriety generally is […]
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B.E.S.T. (Business Engineering Science Technology) Academy will honor civic and community leader, the late Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., by renaming the school “The B.E.S.T. Academy at The Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. Institute” on Tuesday. The school’s renaming ceremony will honor the contributions and legacy of...
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B.E.S.T. (Business Engineering Science Technology) Academy will honor civic and community leader, the late Thomas W. Dortch, Jr., by renaming the school “The B.E.S.T. Academy at The Thomas W. Dortch, Jr. Institute” on Tuesday. The school’s renaming ceremony will honor the contributions and legacy of Dortch, a longtime member and former chair of the 100 Black […]
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Kevin Kelley is dedicated to making the world better. And that is not as much a cliché as it is a statement of fact. Kelly, an accomplished attorney of 22 years is not only distinguished for his remarkable win record in court, but also for his flair for fine dining and his unimpeachable culinary pal...
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Kevin Kelley is dedicated to making the world better. And that is not as much a cliché as it is a statement of fact. Kelly, an accomplished attorney of 22 years is not only distinguished for his remarkable win record in court, but also for his flair for fine dining and his unimpeachable culinary palette. […]
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Sponsored by JPMorganChase Homeownership has long been a symbol of the American dream. Our homes often represent far more than just shelter—they’re central to family life and building strong communities. The economic impact of homeownership can’t be overlooked either. Homes are the largest source of...
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Sponsored by JPMorganChase Homeownership has long been a symbol of the American dream. Our homes often represent far more than just shelter—they’re central to family life and building strong communities. The economic impact of homeownership can’t be overlooked either. Homes are the largest source of wealth for Americans, which makes buying a home one of the […]
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While some state officials maintain that the 2024 Election went on without a hitch, there were multiple bomb threats in Georgia that disrupted proceedings. Sen. Raphael Warnock is seeking an investigation on the bomb threats that occurred on Election Day in the state and across the country. Most of ...
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While some state officials maintain that the 2024 Election went on without a hitch, there were multiple bomb threats in Georgia that disrupted proceedings. Sen. Raphael Warnock is seeking an investigation on the bomb threats that occurred on Election Day in the state and across the country. Most of the precincts impacted were from majority-Black […]
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Few stories are as gripping and notorious as the tale of Ruby McCollum and Dr. Clifford Leroy Adams Jr., a physician and senator-elect who never made it to take his elected seat. He never took office in Florida because he was shot dead by McCollum, a Black woman who pleaded to a jury that she …
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Few stories are as gripping and notorious as the tale of Ruby McCollum and Dr. Clifford Leroy Adams Jr., a physician and senator-elect who never made it to take his elected seat. He never took office in Florida because he was shot dead by McCollum, a Black woman who pleaded to a jury that she […]
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Located in one of Atlanta’s oldest and most historic communities, Pittsburgh Yards is a burgeoning hotspot for local business development with a unique offering of specialty and customized products and services for Atlanta-based consumers. The Pittsburgh neighborhood bordered by University Avenue, P...
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Located in one of Atlanta’s oldest and most historic communities, Pittsburgh Yards is a burgeoning hotspot for local business development with a unique offering of specialty and customized products and services for Atlanta-based consumers. The Pittsburgh neighborhood bordered by University Avenue, Pryor Street, Ralph Abernathy Blvd. and Metropolitan Parkway is on track to becoming proof […]
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Prepares to oversee $4.8 Billion Budget and 6,600 Employees, as the Inaugural Steering Committee announces Meet and Greet; Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast; Gala and Countywide Day of Prayer. Insight Consulting Groups alongside the DeKalb County CEO Inaugural Steering Committee is proud to announce the O...
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Prepares to oversee $4.8 Billion Budget and 6,600 Employees, as the Inaugural Steering Committee announces Meet and Greet; Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast; Gala and Countywide Day of Prayer. Insight Consulting Groups alongside the DeKalb County CEO Inaugural Steering Committee is proud to announce the Oath of Office ceremony of Lorraine Cochran-Johnson as the first female Chief […]
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Usher returned to his hometown of Atlanta and unveiled a new content studio in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. On Dec. 9, Usher made an appearance at the Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club located in Southeast, Atlanta where the Usher New Look Foundation introduced the S...
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Usher returned to his hometown of Atlanta and unveiled a new content studio in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta. On Dec. 9, Usher made an appearance at the Joseph B. Whitehead Boys & Girls Club located in Southeast, Atlanta where the Usher New Look Foundation introduced the Spark Lab. The […]
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Photo: Getty Images The third annual Democracy Forum kicks off today (December 5), with a powerful agenda focused on pluralism—the idea that a diverse society can thrive through understanding and collaboration. Hosted by the Obama Foundation in Chicago, Illinois, the Forum brings together changemake...
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Photo: Getty Images The third annual Democracy Forum kicks off today (December 5), with a powerful agenda focused on pluralism—the idea that a diverse society can thrive through understanding and collaboration. Hosted by the Obama Foundation in Chicago, Illinois, the Forum brings together changemakers, cultural leaders, and political representatives to explore how embracing differences can […]
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Christmas decorations are everywhere, holiday music fills the air, and retailers are rolling out extended hours and irresistible sales to tempt you into spending. Every charitable organization is asking for donations, co-workers are pooling money for office gifts, and family members are dropping not...
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Christmas decorations are everywhere, holiday music fills the air, and retailers are rolling out extended hours and irresistible sales to tempt you into spending. Every charitable organization is asking for donations, co-workers are pooling money for office gifts, and family members are dropping not-so-subtle hints about what they want under the tree. Even your church […]
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Nikki Giovanni (Photo Credit: Deborah Feingold) As a young girl growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nikki Giovanni would sit on her grandmother’s porch, listening to stories of resilience and strength that would one day fuel her poetry and activism. Decades later, Giovanni’s own words fiery, unapolo...
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Nikki Giovanni (Photo Credit: Deborah Feingold) As a young girl growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nikki Giovanni would sit on her grandmother’s porch, listening to stories of resilience and strength that would one day fuel her poetry and activism. Decades later, Giovanni’s own words fiery, unapologetic, and deeply human echoed across the world, becoming a […]
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American Roads has appointed Regine Beauboeuf, PE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a new era for the company as it builds upon its legacy of infrastructure excellence. Beauboeuf succeeds Neal Belitsky, who retires after nearly 27 years of transformative leadership. With an impressive 39-...
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American Roads has appointed Regine Beauboeuf, PE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a new era for the company as it builds upon its legacy of infrastructure excellence. Beauboeuf succeeds Neal Belitsky, who retires after nearly 27 years of transformative leadership. With an impressive 39-year career managing complex transportation infrastructure projects, Beauboeuf brings a […]
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Mr. Vance will deliver a keynote address at the historically Black medical school’s Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises on December 13. Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) has selected award-winning actor, producer, author and philanthropist Courtney B. Vance to deliver the commencement address for ...
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Mr. Vance will deliver a keynote address at the historically Black medical school’s Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises on December 13. Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) has selected award-winning actor, producer, author and philanthropist Courtney B. Vance to deliver the commencement address for the institution’s Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises, which will be held on Friday, December […]
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Atlanta City Council has appointed Antwan T. Lang, President and CEO of Atlantic South Group LLC and a respected Atlanta businessman, to serve on the Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board for a four-year term. The Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board oversees appeals related to waste management services, e...
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Atlanta City Council has appointed Antwan T. Lang, President and CEO of Atlantic South Group LLC and a respected Atlanta businessman, to serve on the Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board for a four-year term. The Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board oversees appeals related to waste management services, ensuring transparency and fairness in the city’s waste […]
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The Fort Mac Local Redevelopment Authority (Fort Mac LRA) expresses its deepest condolences to the family of Steve Mensch, the Tyler Perry Studios (TPS) community, and all who were privileged to know and work alongside him. Mensch, who served as President and Manager of General Operations for Tyler...
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The Fort Mac Local Redevelopment Authority (Fort Mac LRA) expresses its deepest condolences to the family of Steve Mensch, the Tyler Perry Studios (TPS) community, and all who were privileged to know and work alongside him. Mensch, who served as President and Manager of General Operations for Tyler Perry Studios, joined the organization in 2016, […]
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Photo: Getty Images Fall is here, and fans of sweater weather, denim jackets, and homecoming couldn’t be more excited. To kick off the season, the Black Information Network caught up with Amani Macaulay and Chima Burey, the co-founders of Duke & Dame Salted Caramel Whiskey, to talk about how their u...
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Photo: Getty Images Fall is here, and fans of sweater weather, denim jackets, and homecoming couldn’t be more excited. To kick off the season, the Black Information Network caught up with Amani Macaulay and Chima Burey, the co-founders of Duke & Dame Salted Caramel Whiskey, to talk about how their unique whiskey is perfect for […]
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