The Atlanta Voice

The Atlanta Voice, established by J. Lowell Ware in 1966, was created with a clear vision and purpose. This guiding principle has become the publication's motto and continues to inspire its mission: "A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard."

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Georgia State Rep. Derrick Jackson announces 2026 gubernatorial bid; stresses importance of Medicaid expansion

1 day ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

Georgia State Representative Derrick Jackson, a Democrat out of Tyrone in Fayette County, has formally announced his intentions to run for Governor in 2026. Jackson currently represents the 68th State House District, which contains portions of Fulton and Fayette counties. During his conversation with The Atlanta Voice, Jackson emphasized his 42 years of combined leadership experience in the U.S. Navy, corporate America, and state politics.
Private-sector firms added just 37,000 jobs in May, the lowest total in more than two years

2 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

(CNN) — High economic uncertainy has hiringgrinding to a halt at US businesses. Job growth slowed for the second month in a row at private-sector firms, which added just 37,000 jobs in May, according to new employment estimates released Wednesday by payroll company ADP. May’s job gains, which marked a sharp stepback from the 60,000 jobs added that ADP reported for April, came in significantly below economists’ expectations for 130,000 jobs to be added.
A New Era of Policing Begins in Austell, Ga., with Black Woman Chief

2 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Stacy Brown |Itoro Umontuen

Shameta Jones-Harrell has officially taken the helm as police chief of Austell, Georgia, becoming the first woman to lead any police department in Cobb County’s history. With over two decades of law enforcement experience, Jones-Harrell brings a strong track record of leadership, innovation, and a deep commitment to community policing.
Elon Musk blasts President Trump’s agenda bill as a ‘disgusting abomination’

3 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

(CNN) — Elon Musk on Tuesday lashed out at President Donald Trump’s agenda bill — which the president is pressuring GOP senators to support — calling it a “disgusting abomination.”“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination,” the tech billionaire posted on X. “Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong.
Blavity Fest stresses Black-owned community building, minority business support, and more

4 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

Blavity brought their annual conference, Blavity Fest, to Atlanta for the very first time this weekend at Lee+White in the Historic West End. Blavity Fest highlighted discussions on Black-owned community building, financial literacy, mental health, entertainment and entrepreneurship. The key sessions featured conversations with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon of The Village Market.
Suspect in Boulder antisemitic attack is charged with a federal hate crime. Here’s what we know.

4 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

(CNN) — A man yelling “Free Palestine!” used incendiary devices and a makeshift flamethrower to attack people calling for the release of Israeli hostages Sunday in Colorado, in what authorities are calling a targeted antisemitic attack. Witnesses described seeing huge flames and people pouring buckets of water onto burning victims. At least 12 people were injured, including four women and four men between the ages of 52 and 88, authorities said. Two victims were airlifted to the Denver metro area.
Morgan DeBaun discusses AI, venture capital, and entrepreneurial advice at Blavity Fest

4 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

Morgan DeBaun is the CEO and founder of Blavity, Inc. and has brought the company’s annual conference to Atlanta. Blavity Fest is a gathering for creatives, builders, and people looking to connect and make an impact on their community and culture. This year’s conference emanated from Atlanta for the first time. She says in its early days, Blavity sought to elevate conversations happening in group chats and social media, which were not being covered by traditional media. Why?
Georgia State Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark launches bid for Congress

5 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Itoro Umontuen

Monday morning, Georgia State Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark announced her intentions to run for Congress. The microbiologist and college professor will challenge U.S. Rep. David Scott in Georgia’s 13th District. Dr. Clark has represented Lilburn in Georgia’s House of Representatives since 2018. During her time in the Legislature, Clark has been an outspoken advocate for education, healthcare, and voting rights.
Suge Knight urges longtime rival Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs to take the stand to ‘humanize’ himself

5 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Jessie Yeung |Itoro Umontuen

(CNN) — Imprisoned former rap mogul Marion “Suge” Knight, who for decades shared an acrimonious relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs, urged his longtime archrival to take the stand in his ongoing trial. Speaking to CNN’s Laura Coates in a brief phone interview from prison, where he’s serving a 28-year-sentence for a deadly hit-and-run in 2015, Knight said he believed Combs should “humanize” himself. “I feel if he do tell his truth, he really would walk,” Knight said.
Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix, as George Russell and Max Verstappen clash in late drama

5 days ago | theatlantavoice.com | Issy Ronald |Itoro Umontuen

(CNN) — Oscar Piastri led from start to finish to win the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday and extend his lead at the top of the drivers’ world championship. While Piastri coasted to victory, Max Verstappen and George Russell clashed with just one lap left in the race when Verstappen was ordered to move aside but held his line as his Mercedes rival attempted to overtake on a corner.