Though much of the 2020 Election attention this week went to former Starbucks Coffee executive Howard Schultz, the end of the week held a surprise entry: Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey. It was widely expected that Sen. Booker would run, the former mayor of Newark with a high-flying social media presence and an affable […]
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BET’s ‘Boomerang’ yields first major role for on-the-rise actress
The classic 90s film “Boomerang” is the latest movie to get its own reboot, courtesy of BET Network and Paramount Pictures. Halle Berry, who starred in the original film, along with “The Chi” creator Lena Waithe, executive produced the 10-episode, half-hour romantic comedy series for BET as part of the network’s latest foray into scripted […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: Lil Jon supports Maroon 5 canceling halftime press event
Lil Jon says he understands Maroon 5’s decision to cancel its news conference to discuss the band’s Super Bowl halftime performance with reporters. Maroon 5, with frontman Adam Levine, was supposed to speak with the media Thursday to promote their Super Bowl 53 appearance, but decided to cancel and let their “show do the talking.” […]
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Atlanta’s top entertainment influencers form first-ever Georgia Entertainment Caucus
(Photo Credit: Tenisha Bell/Perfect Pitch Media Group) The Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) was recently established and announced during a press conference on Jan. 24, held at the Georgia State Capitol. The GEC is the solution to bridging the gap between politicians, entertainment professionals, and the community. “It is now time that we stop only involving […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: Gurley beats Gronk in Madden ‘Big Game’ preview
In the “Game before the Game”, Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley beat New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski 21-6 in a Madden NFL 19 preview of Sunday’s big game! Gronk threw several interceptions as Gurley led the Rams to victory! Is this a preview of what’s to come Sunday? Watch the video, […]
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Legendary singer James Ingram dead at 66
Popular R&B singer James Ingram died on Jan. 29 at age 66 at his home in Los Angeles. With his strong vocals and stand out ballads, Ingram was known to collaborate with other big names of his generation such as Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones and Kenny Rogers. Ingram was one of the most successful singers […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: MARTA seeks to drop bus driver sick-outs before Super Bowl
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority in Atlanta says it may seek a court order to stop a sick-out by bus drivers who are upset over a union contract. MARTA CEO Jeffrey Parker told news outlets Monday that the agency was experiencing delays as at least 80 drivers called in sick. Parker says the sick-outs […]
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The Shutdown Today: Workers to get paid ‘in the coming days’
What’s up now that the partial government shutdown ended after 35 days: WHAT’S NEW Park rangers were once again greeting visitors at some national parks across the United States and flight operations at major airports were returning to normal on Saturday, one day after a partial government shutdown came to an end. While there were […]
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EXCLUSIVE: APS School Board member Byron Amos announces resignation from post
In an exclusive to The Atlanta Voice, Atlanta Public Schools Board member Byron Amos has announced his resignation from his District 2 post. Amos provided the letter he submitted to APS Board chairperson Jason Esteves, which stated: “Leaving those that I represent is not easy but leaving knowing that the District is in a better […]
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Black workers had long history with fed jobs before shutdown
For Cheryl Monroe and generations of other African-Americans, federal government jobs have long been a path to the middle class and a way to provide a comfortable life for their families. Then the record-long government shutdown hit, making it hard for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration chemist from Detroit to pay her mortgage. “People […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: Who are the students in the “Welcome to the A” viral video?
A music video, “Welcome to the A,” created by and starring students from Ron Clark Academy has been breaking the internet. The song features Ludacris and namedrops many iconic landmarks around downtown Atlanta. The students mentioned locations like Atlantic Station, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Georgia Aquarium, Piedmont Park, the CNN building, The Fox Theatre, The Civil Rights Museum, […]
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#MLK90: Remembering the legacy of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center
Even after his death, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is undeniably one of the most notable leaders for civil and human rights. The would have been 90-year-old was an advocating for racial equality will continue to empower generations of African-Americans to come. Unfortunately, Dr. King died on April 4, 1968, a month after leading protesters […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: Let the parties begin!
Thursday of Super Bowl week marks the beginning of the celebrity and “experiential” parties. The host city begins to feel the pinch of the traffic, resources get stretched, and the transit options are crowded with folks in-town to soak up the atmosphere. Atlanta’s reputation as destination city will be on display with the following events […]
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#SuperBowlLIII: ‘Big Game’ events kickoff Wednesday
While the Super Bowl brings celebrities near and far to the host city, Atlanta is no stranger to hosting big events. Wednesday during Super Bowl week, there are key events and brunches for individuals to attend! The Sports Power Brunch First, The Sports Power Brunch will celebrate leading women in sports who have made a major […]
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‘Black Panther’ makes Oscar history with best picture nod
Oscar voters on Tuesday showered Alfonso Cuaron’s “Roma” and Yorgos Lanthimos’ “The Favourite” with a leading 10 nominations for the 91st Academy Awards, while two dominant but contentious Hollywood forces, Netflix and Marvel, each scored their first best picture nomination. Though many expected “A Star Is Born,” Bradley Cooper’s revival of one of Hollywood’s most […]