Emory theology professor, ex-U.S. Ambassador James T. Laney dies at 98

James T. Laney, a world-class scholar and former ambassador to South Korea, died Thursday, the school announced.

• Aug 13

Ossoff, Warnock secure $556K for Morehouse College safety upgrades

The new federal funding will help Morehouse College install motorized security gates, dorm entrance cameras and proximity locks as lawmakers continue efforts to invest in Georgia's HBCUs.

• Jul 9

Atlanta kindergarteners surprised with $10,000 investment accounts

Hundreds of Atlanta kindergarteners received $10,000 investment accounts, part of a new initiative aimed at building generational wealth and narrowing the city's financial inequality.

• Feb 26

The love story and legacy of Atlanta's trailblazing architects

Bill Stanley and Ivenue Love-Stanley, the first Black graduates from Georgia Tech's College of Architecture, have shaped Atlanta's skyline and inspired generations.

• Feb 19

UGA opens $60 million track complex, boosting program and hosting events

University of Georgia officials celebrated the grand opening of a state-of-the-art, 37-acre track and field facility.

• Feb 18

Hoodie's rise: MODA exhibit explores its cultural impact

A new exhibition at the Museum of Design Atlanta, curated with Kennesaw State University, unpacks the hoodie's evolution from sportswear to a powerful symbol in hip hop, Southern culture, and political discourse.

• Feb 11

Morris Brown College names interim president after ousting Dr. Kevin James

Sources say the abrupt decision comes as the college faces a crucial accreditation review and as questions swirl about the reasons for his sudden ouster.

• Jan 12

UNCF's 42nd Atlanta Mayor's masked ball raises $4 million for HBCUs

The black-tie fundraiser, hosted by Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, brought together civic leaders, celebrities, and corporate partners to invest in the future of historically Black colleges and universities.

• Dec 30, 2025