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FDHA 4th Annual Summit Features Solutions to Violence in Atlanta

The statistics are shocking: African American women are three times more likely to die at the hands of a partner or…
National Council of Negro Women Uncommon Height Gala to Honor legend Babyface

WASHINGTON — Life hasn’t been a “crystal stair” for 11-time Grammy award-winning producer, songwriter and vocalist, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds; however,…
City of Atlanta to ‘Elevate’ culture with the help of legendary Organized Noize

ATLANTA — It is apropos that the theme for ELEVATE 2015 event is Forever I Love Atlanta (F.I.L.A.), because the…
Motherless Daughters Foundation 3rd Annual Gala

  The Motherless Daughter Foundation, a nonprofit that works to assist girls 9-15 lead successful lives through year round mentoring…
50 years after Selma, refocusing the movement

  Two years ago, I had the opportunity to meet with Congressman John Lewis in his Capitol Hill office. I…
Top Events During Black Pride Weekend in Atlanta

We don’t know how Atlanta does it all. Among the multitude of activities, athletic events, concerts and festivals, Atlanta’s annual…
Kandi Burruss, Stephen A. Smith Power Relationship Panel at Neighborhood Awards Expo

Words and Images by Courtney Teague ATLANTA — Thousands attended the “Would You Date You” seminar at Steve Harvey’s Ford…
Kandi Burruss’ Back-to-School Supply Giveaway Through Kandi C.A.R.E.S

Kandi Burruss and her Kandi C.A.R.E.S Foundation hosted a back-to-school supply giveaway for people in the community in Southwest Atlanta.…
Fashion Show Spellbinds at Bronner Bros. Hair Show 2014

There are few things in life that captures black women’s attention, sans her hair, than a great fashion show. Even though…
Ford Giving Away 2015 Mustang at Bronner Brothers International Hair Show 2014

Someone is going to walk away with the keys to a brand new 2015 Ford Mustang at the 2014 Bronner…
Top 10 Things to do in Atlanta This Weekend, Aug. 1-3

  Art is in abundance this weekend in Atlanta. If you want to partake in spoken word art, canvas art,…
Bronner Bros. International Hair Show 2014: The Best Hairstyles from 2013

The world’s largest and most comprehensive hair care show in the world, the Bronner Bros. International Hair Care Show, returns…
Miss Black U.S. Ambassador Scholarship Pageant 2014 Premieres in Metro Atlanta

The 2014 Miss Black US Ambassador and Miss Black Teen US Ambassador Scholarship Pageant is premiering this week in suburban…
6 Style Mistakes You’ve Made That Make You Look Heavier

When you look good you feel good, which overall makes you emotionally healthy. Your outward appearance says a lot about…
Timing Is Everything

TIMING Dear God: Please help me to adjust my life clock according to the flow of your seasons and perfect…
Craziest Outfits at Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta