Nine African-Americans were elected to Congress during this year’s Midterms, increasing the ranks of the Congressional Black Caucus to fifty-five members, a new record. According to their website, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) was founded in 1971 as an advocacy group seeking equality for Black Americans, especially in under-served communities. The membership is composed of […]
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UGA moves to 4th in latest CFP Poll heading into SEC championship game against #1 Alabama
Tuesday night, the College Football Playoff Committee released their latest rankings ahead of conference championship weekend. Here are their complete rankings in Week Five of the College Football Playoff Poll: College Football Playoff committee top 25 1. Alabama (12-0) 2. Clemson (12-0) 3. Notre Dame (12-0) 4. Georgia (11-1) 5. Oklahoma (11-1) 6. Ohio State (11-1) 7. Michigan (10-2) 8. […]
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William Hollis chose motivational speaking over suicide
Motivational speaker William “King” Hollis learned how to face adversity at an early age, thanks to his heroin-addicted mother and incarcerated father. With over 80 million views on YouTube, the 28-year-old motivates people on platforms all across the world; speaking hope to those who feel like giving up. Best known for his football speech, ”The […]
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NFC South Briefs – Week 11
Saquon Barkley ran for a career-high 142 yards and scored three touchdowns as the New York Giants held off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 38-35 on Sunday to win consecutive games for the first time since December 2016. “I think there is some excitement going around,” said Eli Manning , who hit 17 of 18 passes […]
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Cowboys dash Falcons’ hopes for postseason play
The Falcons were 4-5 coming into today’s contest against the Dallas Cowboys, but seemed to have more questions than answers stemming from their shock 28-16 loss on the road against the Cleveland Browns last Sunday. Dallas also arrived at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with a 4-5 record after a huge division win against the defending Super Bowl […]
Posted inElection Central
#ELECTION2018 | ‘Our Vote: More than a desire for history’
The midterm election was nothing short of historic and yet again, our community is leading the US towards progress. According to a CNN exit poll, 90 percent of African Americans voted for a Democrat in Congressional races across the country last Tuesday, propelling the Democratic party to our first majority in the House of Representatives […]
Posted inHigh School
Bigsby, Cavaliers overpower #1 Hornets to advance to the quarterfinals
Not many people saw Cartavious “Tank” Bigsby and the Callaway Cavaliers dominating the Hapeville Charter Hornets, who were number one in Class AA, Friday evening in their 31-13 win. Both teams came into the second round as the number one and two teams in Class AA and the Hornets looked to defend their crown as […]
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#ELECTION2018 | More Turbulence Ahead: Both sides of contested governor’s race double down on accusations of ‘stealing’ election
Ten days have passed since Election Day and the Georgia electorate still doesn’t know who will lead the state after current Governor Nathan Deal’s term ends on Jan. 14, 2019. In the face of a number of lawsuits from group’s challenging Republican candidate Brian Kemp’s conflict of interest over running for the state’s highest office […]
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#ELECTION2018: Outrage lingers over arrest of Black senator at State capitol during protest
Amid the backdrop of the volatile Georgia’s gubernatorial race that’s raging without relent, a startling scene erupted at the Georgia Capitol that led to the arrest of a Black state senator. First-term Atlanta senator State Sen. Nikema Williams, D-Atlanta, said she was simply standing alongside the many voters who petitioned for an audience with the […]
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AP: Hawks struggle against Nuggets in the Mile High City, lose 138-93
Criticized by their coach for slow, stagnant play, the Denver Nuggets reverted to a fast-break style that carried their offense to new highs. Juancho Hernangomez scored a season-high 25 points to lead seven Nuggets in double figures and Denver set the tone for a runaway victory with a big first quarter Thursday night, beating the […]
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Atlanta Councilman Ivory Lee Young Jr. dead at 56
District 3 Atlanta City Council member Ivory Lee Young Jr. passed away peacefully Friday at a local hospital. He was 56 years old. Funeral services for the longtime council member will be announced, according to a statement from the Atlanta City Council. Young’s family has asked for privacy at this time. “(My husband) Derek and […]
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[VIDEO] Michelle Williams defends fiance’s comments about mental health + Toni Braxton didn’t pick sisters as maid of honor + more
Chile, who asked for this Michelle Williams reality show with her fiance’ Chad Johnson? Chile! Lemme tell ya! Michelle Williams Defends Fiance’: The folks at OWN decided the people were interested in a reality show with Michelle Williams of Destiny’s Child and her fiance’ Chad Johnson. As viewers are getting to know the couple, a […]
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Editorial | ‘Oh, Give Thanks: There’s so much more good to celebrate than bad’
To the faithful readers of The Atlanta Voice, here in Metro Atlanta, throughout the region and our faithful readers nationally, 2018 to this point has indeed been a peculiar year thus far. However, have loads to be thankful for in our community! First and foremost, our mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms was the envy of everyone. […]
Posted inSpiritually Speaking
Washington: ‘Despite people’s misgivings, Jesus was a man’s man’
For someone who grew up when and how I did, the question of Jesus really mystified many of my so-called friends, when it came to my newest superhero. You see, if you allow yourself to view Christianity as some kind of sanitized version of European colonialism, then it is no wonder that many regards […]
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Is Shekinah ‘Jo’ Anderson (Tiny’s BFF) joining #LHHATL? + Jill Scott arouses crowd with sexual demo + More
These reality stars are turning over new leaves…Chile! Lemme tell ya! Shekinah Jo Joins Love & Hip Hop ATL: Shekinah Jo is no stranger to reality TV, and it looks like she’s joining Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. According to the innanet streets, she’s already filming. It’s unsure if she’s an ‘official’ cast member but […]