Atlanta seniors say they must endure longer, riskier walks to reach public transportation after MARTA consolidated bus routes. https://bit.ly/4edS9d8

From strolling to social action, the annual gathering of Black fraternities and sororities at the Atlanta Greek Picnic celebrates unity. https://bit.ly/4ey5vSY

New maps could dilute the voting power of Black voters across Georgia and reinforce the Republican majority. https://bit.ly/43lTNon

More than 4,000 minority small businesses throughout Georgia have been “sidelined” as a result of federal DEI eliminations, Senator Warnock said. https://bit.ly/4fyO45S

Freedom Summer 2026 is launching a Juneteenth Week of Action to continue the legacy of the 1964 Mississippi voter activism campaign. https://bit.ly/4fp5GB5

A recent fatal stabbing has raised concerns about the impact and effectiveness of the Center for Diversion and Services. https://bit.ly/43PJzMW

The Spelman College Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Dr. Ayanna Howard as the College's 12th president today. https://bit.ly/4o7G1yW

Some Black Republicans feel gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson “represents what a lot of young Black men are trying to accomplish” with his rags-to-riches story. https://bit.ly/4e0x3ip

Three shallow grave shafts have been discovered at the former Chattahoochee Brick Co. after previous searches yielded no results. https://bit.ly/4osBKql

A federal agency has begun a probe into crime rates and safety spending on Atlanta’s public transit system after two separate stabbings within days of each other made headlines. https://bit.ly/4vlswy0

While Black Pride is still a few months away, national Pride month celebrations are in full swing in June to celebrate LGBTQ+ history and achievement. This is where you can celebrate around the city. https://bit.ly/4o7CDUY

After the Downtown Connector was shut down during a flash flood, experts say Atlanta’s aging stormwater infrastructure struggles to keep pace with climate change. https://bit.ly/4uaeiz0

City of Atlanta officials announced Tuesday they will partner with the Morehouse School of Medicine to create a Level 2 trauma center as leaders work to address healthcare gaps in Black communities. https://bit.ly/4uQr9Yg

In preparation for the FIFA World Cup, people arrested for most misdemeanor offenses can no longer be booked into Fulton County Jail. Local organizers and advocates are hoping the policy change lasts well beyond the soccer tournament. https://bit.ly/4fg2nvT

From fan festivals to public viewing parties, metro Atlanta will host many events celebrating all things soccer. Here’s where you can join the festivities. https://bit.ly/4wSemWT

With a proposed $16.5 million budget increase, the Atlanta Police Department is on track to receive its largest general fund budget. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-police-budget-increase-2027/

The department wants an additional $16.5 million for fiscal 2027, part of Mayor Andre Dickens’ proposed city budget of nearly $3.2 billion. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-poli...

More than 1 million Georgians voted ahead of today’s primaries, shattering the previous primary season record of about 857,000 in 2022. The turnout helped Keisha Lance Bottoms avoid a runoff and claim the Democratic nomination in Georgia’s race for governor. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-prim...

Keisha Lance Bottoms cruised to victory Tuesday night claiming the Democratic nomination in Georgia’s race for governor. atlanta.capitalbnews.org/keisha-lance...

The more than 1 million Georgians who voted early in this year’s spring election showdown has shattered the primary season record. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-primary-election-2026-races/

For nearly four hours Sunday, the campus of Morehouse College was charged with excitement and pride as they celebrated the 2026 graduating class of 578 young men. “If you can conquer Morehouse,” F. DuBois Bowman said, “you are prepared for almost anything.” https://bit.ly/4uUntED

With music questions and dance contests, folks can enjoy a fun night and maybe even meet their future spouse. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-hip-hop-trivia-night/

Muhammad had his lower legs amputated and a full or partial amputation on all 10 fingers due to what he and his lawyers described as medical neglect while he was locked up. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/fulton-jail-inmate-amputation/

U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick of Georgia, a 2010 alumni of the medical school, was announced as the commencement speaker in April. Since then, students have held a protest on campus, wrote an open letter to the administration, and started a petition... https://bit.ly/4dL5gnd

A Republican effort to effectively weaken Black voting power in Georgia has Democratic state lawmakers worried about the future of Black representation in the General Assembly. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-redistricting-black-legislators/

After Amy Sherald canceled her exhibit American Sublime at the Smithsonian last year over censorship attacks by the Trump administration, the exhibit is set to premiere at the High Museum of Art on Friday. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/amy-sherald-american-sublime-atlanta-exhibit/

Keisha Lance Bottoms is vowing to veto any redrawn political district maps that intentionally target and weaken the voting power of Black Georgians if she’s elected governor in November. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/bottoms-voting-rights-redistricting/

Voters may already be focused on the race for governor and Fulton County Board of Commissioners chair ahead of the May 19 primary election, but picking which candidates for the Supreme Court of Georgia to support should also be a priority. https://bit.ly/3PlNu0z

According to reports, the items taken included laptops and hard drives with unreleased music, tour show plans, and set lists for current and future appearances. https://bit.ly/3Poyij4

Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing unreleased music belonging to the Grammy-winning artist, will head to trial today, May 11. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/beyonce-stolen-music-trial-atlanta/

Double amputee Rodney Taylor on his experience in ICE detention: “At one point, they refused to feed me for three weeks because they expected me to walk the length of a football field to get some food." https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/double-amputee-rodney-taylor-released-from-ice-custody/

One federal lawmaker said the decision “ignores our country’s history of racism and reopens the door to the Jim Crow era.” https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-pastors-black-voters-voting-rights-act/

Nurses and veterans say the reductions have led to delays, a drop in quality, and increased risks. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-va-clinics-shootings-mental-health-waits/

The Georgia Department of Revenue is issuing the one-time, special tax refunds in 2026. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-tax-rebate-500-2026-who-qualifies/

New solutions are needed as violence has a disproportionate impact on Black youth and leaves a lasting impact as they transition into adulthood. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-youth-violence-prevention-funding-city-hall/

The Georgia barber endured horrific conditions in the Stewart Detention Facility. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/rodney-taylor-release-ice-custody/

For National Youth Violence Prevention Week, Atlanta centered young voices that are most impacted and often least heard. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-teens-want-a-voice-in-the-fight-to-stop-gun-violence/

Amid scandals, the Atlanta HBCU has been fighting for its accreditation after losing it over claims of financial mismanagement. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/morris-brown-accreditation-largest-graduating-class/

Rick Jackson hasn’t closed the deal yet in his bid to become the successor to Gov. Brian Kemp, but he’s already set his general election sights on Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/keisha-lance-bottoms-rick-jackson-georgia-governor-race/

The media mogul met with seniors ahead of their graduation in May. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/oprah-winfrey-morehouse-college-scholars/

There were 41 arrests of immigrants per day in Georgia in February. The state currently ranks fifth in number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests nationwide https://bit.ly/4cZufmV

Residents at Hunter Ridge say management rushes to file evictions, forcing them to pay steep fees while ignoring maintenance problems. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/hunter-ridge-trailer-park-tenant-complaints/

Students told Capital B Atlanta that they were not happy with how Emory had handled the matter by deciding not to inform them of the situation until the emails had began circulating amongst the student body earlier this month. https://bit.ly/4t01lYf

When a group of Clark Atlanta University students decided to forgo a lavender graduation to celebrate LGBTQ students, they put a special twist on a prom event to create a night to remember. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/clark-atlanta-lgbtq-students-prom-graduation/

Concerns about discrimination are growing as scrutiny increases over events hosted at Piedmont Park. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-404-day-piedmont-park-permit-concerns/

The Atlanta Influences Everything store is located on concourse B at Hartsfield-Jackson airport. The brand offers travelers wares from local creators and a curated selection of T-shirts, hoodies, hats and sweatshirts. https://bit.ly/4cOlZVg

Georgia Rep David Scott, who served nearly 50 years in office, has died. The 12-term incumbent was the first Black man to chair the U.S. House Agriculture Committee. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-rep-david-scott-dies-at-80/

How Atlanta University Center students are fighting to be celebrated as queer and gay representation and resources roll back in higher education. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/auc-lgbtq-students-lavender-graduation-recognition/

Throughout Georgia, 1 in 5 children struggle to access food as advocates working on the ground say food assistance is at an all-time high due to increased grocery prices and rollbacks to federal programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. https://bit.ly/4mIxHFt

Hundreds of residents throughout southwest Atlanta turned out in droves Monday night at the Georgia State University Convocation Center to debate a data center development being planned for their community. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-data-center-rejected-west-end/