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Once upon a time in South Atlanta, the rhythm of daily life flowed through the doors of small, corner grocery stores. In neighborhoods like Lakewood Heights, images of the Colonial…
On a pivotal afternoon at the RM Clayton Water Reclamation Center, the City of Atlanta welcomed officials, community members, and the press to deliver an important update on the state…
The inaugural 404 Day Kickoff brought the community together to honor the people, places, and powerful voices that define Atlanta. Hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Film, Entertainment & Nightlife…
On March 20, the City of Atlanta marked a historic milestone with the ribbon-cutting of Red’s Farm Preserve—the city’s first official urban farm. Founded in the 1990s by Brian “Farmer…
First launched while Mayor Andre Dickens was a city councilmember, the program has grown into a cornerstone initiative for youth engagement, violence prevention, and community connection. It now plays a…
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Atlanta’s Momentum: Mayor Dickens Highlights Progress on Housing, Safety, Infrastructure, and Equity
In just a short time, Atlanta has achieved milestones that are reshaping the city’s future—and…

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See MoreThe Atlanta Police Department has addressed inaccuracies circulating on social media regarding the death of Kenneth Bailey. According to their…
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Too little progress has been made to ensure that high-speed Internet is available to all.…
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Its popularity is growing so fast that cities need to scramble to keep up with…
If there’s going to be a “Black mecca” for this rapidly growing sport, there’s a…
The City of Atlanta has officially broken ground on the long-awaited Bowen Homes redevelopment, launching a $63 million first phase to bring affordable, mixed-income housing and community revitalization to Northwest Atlanta. The project will deliver over 2,000 new homes and vital infrastructure—marking a bold step toward equity and opportunity.
Atlanta is setting the stage for a transformative shift in public transit, with a renewed focus on accessibility, connectivity, and economic growth.
Once upon a time in South Atlanta, the rhythm of daily life flowed through the…
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