Last year, the CDC posted a document on its website reviewing the so-called shielding approach for limiting the number of severe COVID-19 cases in “humanitarian settings,” such as camps for displaced people. In such a strategy, individuals at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19, such as those with underlying medical conditions, would be separated from the general […]
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Georgia is just over 51% White according to 2020 U.S. Census
There are 10,711,908 people living in Georgia according to the 2020 U.S. Census data released Thursday, gaining one million new residents over the last ten years. Persons identifying as White account for 5,555,483 people or 51.86% of the state’s population. Persons identifying as Black or African American account for 3,320,513 people or approximately 31% of […]
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Atlanta Voice’s Discover the Unexpected Fellowship with Miles Johnson
Chevrolet and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) gave many Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students an exciting opportunity over the summer. Discover the Unexpected (DTU) allowed students to learn more about their communities, careers and themselves. Due to the pandemic, this year’s program is a 10-week virtual journalism journey focusing on stories […]
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Vanessa Riley releases New Book “Island Queen”
When you think about Blacks throughout history, the narrative is usually African kings and queens or slaves in America. Vanessa Riley’s new book “Island Queen” shows another narrative of Black wealth during the Georgian and Regency era (1750 – 1830). Riley’s new book is about the life of a Black woman, Dorothy Kirwan […]
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City of Atlanta COVID-19 Resilience Plan released, Yellow Zone in effect
On the heels of an emphatic request from Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, the City of Atlanta released its COVID-19 Resilience Plan. The plan outlines updates to the guidelines based on the latest public health guidance. With data available in the report, Atlanta is considered in the Yellow Zone. Wearing a face mask in indoor […]
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Atlanta has Differing Opinions on Mandatory Vaccinations
Many businesses have begun to implement mandatory vaccinations for their employees and offer financial incentives for those who have yet to receive any of the COVID-19 vaccines. On one side, businesses like Emory Healthcare recently announced that the vaccine for employees was mandatory. The Atlanta Voice interviewed several people who work with county organizations […]
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APS and Fulton County Partner to Offer Vaccines
Superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools (APS) Dr. Lisa Herring said at a press conference today that if the surge in COVID cases continues to worsen she would be open to exploring a vaccine mandate. The press conference was held at Jean Young Childs Middle School. Herring was joined by Principal Ron Garlington, Chair of […]
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From School Custodian to School Teacher
Every August for the past 23 years Tylan Bailey has started the school year as a custodian in the DeKalb County School District (DCSD). This August he is beginning the year in his dream job, as an elementary school teacher. Bailey started studying at Georgia State University in 2017. This year he graduated with a […]
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Atlanta BeltLine, Inc supports Creation of 160 Units of Affordable Senior Housing
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) recently supported the creation of 160 units of affordable senior housing at 1265 Lakewood Avenue on the border of the Chosewood Park and South Atlanta neighborhoods through the BeltLine Affordable Housing Trust Fund (BAHTF). Invest Atlanta closed the $34 million transaction on July 29, 2021, which included $1 million from the […]
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Census shows US is diversifying, white population shrinking
The Census Bureau on Thursday issued its most detailed portrait yet of how the U.S. has changed over the past decade, releasing a trove of demographic data that will be used to redraw political maps across an increasingly diverse country. The census figures have been eagerly awaited by states, and they are sure to set […]
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Top Dem sees tough pathway for $3.5T social, climate plans
Hours after clinching an initial budget victory, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer conceded Wednesday that Democrats face a tough pathway to delivering a package surging $3.5 trillion into family, health and environment programs to President Joe Biden’s desk. Schumer, D-N.Y., made the remarks after the Senate approved a budget resolution outlining Democrat’s 10-year plan for […]
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Village Supply by HERMARKET aims to defy odds
In 2019, there was a study documenting the fears that hinder the growth among the average female industrialist and her businesses. The reasoning behind this study was the idea that entrepreneurship is associated with a form of masculinity creating this theory that women entrepreneurs are inferior. The founders of Village Supply by HERMARKET, Jazlin Pitts […]
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EXPLAINER: 5 takeaways from the release of 2020 census data
The Census Bureau on Thursday issued its long-awaited portrait of how the U.S. has changed over the past decade, releasing a trove of demographic data that will be used to redraw political maps across an increasingly diverse country. The data will also shape how $1.5 trillion in federal spending is distributed each year. Here are […]
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First major US city announces it will mandate proof of full vaccinations for certain indoor activities
San Francisco became the the first major US city to mandate proof of full vaccinations for certain indoor activities Thursday. City residents age 12 and older will now be required to show proof they have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 in order to enter indoor restaurants, bars, gyms and theaters, as well as large event […]
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Rachel Maddow is thinking about leaving MSNBC and starting her own media venture
Rachel Maddow, the highest-rated host on MSNBC, has held talks about leaving the cable news channel and launching her own new media ventures, according to sources who have spoken with her. Maddow may ultimately decide to renew her contract with MSNBC’s parent, NBCUniversal, the sources said. That’s what usually happens in these situations. But difficult […]