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What started as a peaceful protest to bring attention to police brutality turned violent in Atlanta. On Friday, May 29, 2020, hundreds of protestors marched through downtown Atlanta to help shed light on the death of George Floyd, a Black man who died four days earlier in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after a White police officer, Derek…

The impact of the global pandemic continues to go beyond just being simply a health issue. Political ideologies have turned a public safety matter into a racial issue. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms revealed that she was called a racial slur after encouraging her citizens to stay home after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp decided to…

Two days after Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms initially spoke out against Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision to prematurely allow some businesses in the state to reopen, she was met with hate. Kemp announced Monday, April 20, 2020, that the state would begin to relax social distancing and stay-at-home regulations for gyms, barbers, nail salons,…

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said she and other state officials are “at a loss” to understand Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision to partially reopen the state on Friday, April 24, 2020. Bottoms defied the governor when she implored Atlantans to “stay at home” for the time being to continue to thwart the spread of…

As the fallout from the COVID-19 continues, Atlanta’s mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has decided to implement an executive order. On March 18, Bottoms announced the creation of a $7 million fund to help those who have been affected by the virus, according to WSB-TV. The money will be allocated in different areas which will include,…

The 36th annual UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball hosted by Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms serves as a premier fundraising gala and major social event focusing on raising awareness about the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities. The black-tie event, which was…

The UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Atlanta has become a staple in the Atlanta community. For 36 years, the city’s mayor serves as host of the event which seeks to give back to the community. With the United Negro College Fund serving as a key institution that supports Black college students seeking higher education, the annual…

Despite one of the biggest social media firestorms we’ve seen in the past month, T.I. held his 14th annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway, yesterday, Nov. 26, as part of the Harris Community Works efforts to provide some measure of relief for individuals and families in need. Along with mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and council member, Andrea…

Atlanta is teaming up with My Brother’s Keeper and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued a call to action on Thursday, June 13, 2019, asking for 100 male volunteers to serve as “Big Brother” mentors to boys ages 6 to 14. “As the mother of three boys, I know…

Imagine a place where you could exchange thoughts and ideas with leaders across the globe, from startups to pioneers. Now add food, drinks, music, laughter with a few hundred phenomenal women. This place is real. It’s the Women in Construction, Engineering, and Related Services (WICERS) conference, which takes place in the heart of Atlanta every…

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will serve as the 2019 commencement speaker at Spelman College. The Atlanta-based HBCU for women announced on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, that Bottoms, a graduate of Florida A&M University, will speak at the college’s 132nd commencement ceremony on May 19. Serving in her first term as Atlanta’s mayor, Bottoms received national attention in 2017…

On March 26, 2019, rolling out presented the “Sisters with Superpowers” awards reception at Atlanta City Hall. The 12th annual event honored Atlanta-area women who are making an impact in business, technology, law and culture. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms served as the keynote speaker of the event, which was hosted by radio personality and rolling out…

“Who run the world? Girls.” According to Beyoncé, the power of women is something to be reckoned with. Even Atlanta’s current mayor, Keisha Lance Bottoms, let the world know women were strong, powerful and in charge when she blared the battle cry throughout the Georgia World Congress Center recently at her second annual “State of…

Women are constantly pushing the bar in various male-dominated industries. As we observe Women’s History Month, it is especially important that we honor women of color who are leading and effecting change in their communities. Here is a list of the Black female mayors who are currently serving. 1. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Atlanta 2. Mayor…

Every year millions of Americans enjoy a holiday meal prepared by family members. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is no different and she posted a picture of her signature macaroni and cheese on Instagram. That picture caused a firestorm of ridicule, with some calling the mayor’s mac and cheese dry and family members stating she…

Between 2010 and 2018, former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed’s administration appeared to be one of progress and new opportunities, not only for the city but also many entrepreneurs. The city saw unparalleled growth that included laying the foundation for the film industry in the region. Most would agree that Reed was doing good for the…

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms recently announced that The Basketball Tournament (TBT) will be coming to Atlanta from Wednesday, July 25, through Saturday, July 28. The partnership between the City of Atlanta, Atlanta Parks and Recreation and Georgia State University will bring hundreds of former NBA players and future players together for a weekend of basketball games…

Atlanta’s Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms teamed up with Jeezy to run in the AJC Peachtree Road Race. On July 4, Bottoms and Jeezy joined hundreds of participants in downtown in Atlanta to run in the annual race that takes place each year on Independence Day. Following the race, a donation was presented to Street Dreamz…

Almost four months into her term, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has shaken up city hall. The mayor’s office has announced that she has asked all of her cabinet, about 35 city officials, to tender their resignation by the end of business today. According to the AJC, Bottoms allowed a 90-day period of employment of…

There’s no doubt that women are winning this year, especially Black women in politics. Here are the top female politicians to watch in 2018. Keisha Lance Bottoms Keisha Lance Bottoms was the second Black female to be sworn in as the mayor of Atlanta after defeating Mary Norwood in December 2017. Before becoming the…