MARTA leadership now says it will “capitulate” and make the council “satisfied.”
Category: Latest News
Posted inLatest News
Judge denies dismissal of lawsuit alleging APD unlawfully arrested Black Lives Matter protesters
A federal lawsuit alleging that Atlanta Police Department officers unlawfully arrested a group of Black Lives Matter protesters in 2021 will proceed.
Posted inColumns, Latest News, Mark Lannaman
Paint ‘N Sit ATL gets biggest turnout yet at its latest social
By Mark Lannaman The popular local Paint ‘N Sit ATL event held its largest gathering yet. An estimated 3000 people came together to create and celebrate art and build community. The idea is simple: people gather for the free event, use the provided paint tools or bring their own, and paint with each other. Paint […]
Posted inLatest News
MARTA and City Council spar over sales-tax audit; former transit official sides with City
A war of words has erupted between MARTA and the Atlanta City Council as councilmembers are demanding an audit of the largely stalled “More MARTA” expansion program and the transit agency says the politicians should “get out of the way.”
Posted inAllison Joyner, Latest News
Over 150 SCAD alumni contributed to 18 films nominated for Oscars
With the school offering instruction in every aspect of filmmaking, SCAD makes a serious case that Atlanta is the ‘Hollywood of the South.’ By Allison Joyner Some of the films nominated for Oscars this year were touched by the artistry of graduates from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). “Top Gun: Maverick,” “The […]
Posted inLatest News
Record Plug Magazine shines spotlight on underground bands in ATL and Athens
The print-only publication covers the live music scene in both cities — like heavy rock, punk, metal and hip hop shows.
Posted inLatest News
Journalist to sue over police stop during training center protest coverage as free-speech complaints mount
A journalist who was detained and pressured to delete video by police at Atlanta’s public safety training center site is preparing to sue.
Posted inLatest News
Former City Council member takes job at Atlanta Department of Transportation
Carla Smith, the former Atlanta City Council member, is back at City Hall in a new job at the Department of Transportation.
Posted inLatest News
Community Foundation installs Doug Hooker as board chair
Regional leader Doug Hooker is the new board chair of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, assuming the role after serving one year as vice-chair. He will serve as chairman for a three-year term.
Posted inLatest News
Atlanta BeltLine breaks ground on 1.2-mile stretch of Southside Trail
The sun was shining and the excitement was palpable among city leaders, the BeltLine crew and residents in attendance.
Posted inLatest News
Will CAU Wellness Week begin a new standard for bereavement?
As students were grieving the loss of their classmate, teammate and friend, they wished the administration would do more. By Allison Joyner Last week, Clark Atlanta University (CAU) President George French declared a wellness week in reaction to last month’s shooting death of Jatonne Sterling. “As we continue to mourn the tragic loss of our […]
Posted inLatest News, Mark Lannaman
Tech Exposure Day a success at Mercedes Benz
Mercedes Benz Stadium recently hosted Tech Exposure day (TEXD) which saw over 3000 students participate and attend along with a plethora of companies and nonprofits. The event saw over 50 similarly aligned organizations, companies and community partners represent themselves at Tech Village within the stadium. The March 2 event was hosted by CodeHouse, a national […]
Posted inLatest News
ARC recommends traffic safety design approach with proactive, zero-fatalities tactics
A new traffic safety design approach favoring proactive tactics and a zero-fatalities goal has been adopted by the Atlanta Regional Commission.
Posted inLatest News
Institute for Georgia Environmental Leadership welcomes 33 local changemakers to its Class of ‘23
The local leaders will deepen their knowledge and strengthen the skills needed to address Georgia’s top environmental challenges.
Posted inLatest News
Buckhead’s Jackson Fine Art moves into new gallery location
After 33 years at 3115 East Shadowlawn Ave., the team will officially open the doors to their new space later this month.
Posted inLatest News
International Women’s Day in Atlanta features Barbara Bush, mothers
Mothers were celebrated at the 2023 International Women’s Day breakfast gathering of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta on March 8.
Posted inLatest News
Media group wins free-press battle over land-swap lawsuit document demands
The Atlanta Community Press Collective has prevailed in a legal battle over attorneys’ demands for it to hand over unpublished reporting and financial records.
Posted inLatest News
Human rights, press freedom groups oppose training center protesters’ terrorism charges
Major human rights and press freedom groups have signed onto a letter calling for dismissal of domestic terrorism charges against protesters of Atlanta’s public safety training center.
Posted inLatest News, Mark Lannaman, Sections
First Latino Day held at Georgia State Capitol building
On Monday, Feb. 27, 13 local organizations came together to hold the first Latino Day at the Georgia state capitol. According to a press release by the Georgia-based Latino community empowerment organization GALEO, the event featured “a press conference, community educational sessions, advocacy activities and networking with policymakers and legislative leadership.” Carla Romero, a community […]
Posted inLatest News
St. Patrick’s Parade, longest-running event in Atlanta, returns this weekend
The Parade is marching into its 139th year.
