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The U.S. attack on Venezuela and abduction of its leader, Nicolas Maduro, and first lady, Cilia Flores, is drawing strong criticism from Georgia Democrats, Atlanta activists, and at least one prominent Republican. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-democrats-venezuela-attack-atlanta-protests/
Atlanta Protests Erupt After U.S. Bombing and Takeover of Venezuela - Capital B News - Atlanta
U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock and other Georgia lawmakers criticize the attack.
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January 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
The U.S. attack on Venezuela and abduction of its leader, Nicolas Maduro, and first lady, Cilia Flores, is drawing strong criticism from Georgia Democrats, Atlanta activists, and at least one prominent Republican. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-democrats-venezuela-attack-atlanta-protests/
The mayor’s inaugural address marks the start of his final four years in office following a decisive reelection victory. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/andre-dickens-second-term-vision-atlanta/
Dickens Outlines His Vision for Atlanta in Second Term - Capital B News - Atlanta
The mayor’s inaugural address marks the start of his final four years in office following a decisive reelection victory.
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January 5, 2026 at 7:06 PM
The mayor’s inaugural address marks the start of his final four years in office following a decisive reelection victory. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/andre-dickens-second-term-vision-atlanta/
There’s never a dull moment in Atlanta or Georgia politics, and that reality definitely isn’t changing in 2026. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-georgia-2026-political-races/
What’s at Stake in Georgia Politics in 2026 - Capital B News - Atlanta
These are 10 key events, elections, and legislation to watch in the new year.
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January 4, 2026 at 3:21 PM
There’s never a dull moment in Atlanta or Georgia politics, and that reality definitely isn’t changing in 2026. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-georgia-2026-political-races/
The loss of the actor in July hit the city hard — especially those who enjoyed his performances throughout the city’s vibrant music scene. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/malcolm-jamal-warner-dies-music-atlanta/
Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Atlanta Legacy Lived Through Music - Capital B News - Atlanta
The television actor and musician jammed at venues around the city, playing bass guitar with his band Biological Misfits.
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January 3, 2026 at 8:49 PM
The loss of the actor in July hit the city hard — especially those who enjoyed his performances throughout the city’s vibrant music scene. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/malcolm-jamal-warner-dies-music-atlanta/
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Here are 10 key events, elections and legislation to watch in the new year. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-georgia-2026-political-races/
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January 1, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Here are 10 key events, elections and legislation to watch in the new year. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-georgia-2026-political-races/
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The city’s celebrations range from early events for kids to midnight parties highlighting Black artists, DJs, and cultural spaces. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-new-years-eve-black-events-2025/
Atlanta New Year’s Eve 2025 Events for Black Culture and Music - Capital B News - Atlanta
The city’s celebrations range from early events for kids to midnight parties highlighting Black artists, DJs, and cultural spaces.
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December 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The city’s celebrations range from early events for kids to midnight parties highlighting Black artists, DJs, and cultural spaces. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-new-years-eve-black-events-2025/
Remembering the history of Watch Night’s eve and the sacred memory of Southern Black life. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/watch-night-black-tradition-emancipation/
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December 30, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Remembering the history of Watch Night’s eve and the sacred memory of Southern Black life. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/watch-night-black-tradition-emancipation/
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December 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
From the most read and most liked on social to having the biggest impact, these Capital B Atlanta stories were must-reads for 2025. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/capital-b-atlanta-top-stories-2025
“The wings have always been popular,” said a longtime security employee who has worked multiple roles at the club over the past seven years and declined to give his name. “They’ve always been good.” https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/magic-city-chicken-wings/
Magic City’s Famous Wings: Inside the Hype - Capital B News - Atlanta
The iconic strip club is the subject of a 5-part documentary, and its wings draw daytime crowds and praise from local food critics alike.
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December 28, 2025 at 6:20 PM
“The wings have always been popular,” said a longtime security employee who has worked multiple roles at the club over the past seven years and declined to give his name. “They’ve always been good.” https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/magic-city-chicken-wings/
Atlanta was born not despite slavery but because of it. The rails that crisscrossed the city did not simply carry cotton — they carried people. Shackled. Branded. Sold. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/underground-atlanta-slave-trade-history-juneteenth/
Atlanta’s Five Points Was Once a Slave Market - Capital B News - Atlanta
This Juneteenth, we're remembering the ancestors sold at slave markets in Atlanta.
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December 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Atlanta was born not despite slavery but because of it. The rails that crisscrossed the city did not simply carry cotton — they carried people. Shackled. Branded. Sold. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/underground-atlanta-slave-trade-history-juneteenth/
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Brandon Fulton wants to transform his 27 acre property into Believe Kingdom, where the local community can learn about horses and connect with the outdoors. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/south-fulton-rancher-court-fight-seized-horses/
Black Horseman Battles Fulton County After Horses Are Seized - Capital B News - Atlanta
Years after animal cruelty charges were dropped, Brandon Fulton still hasn’t been paid back for the seven horses the county took from him.
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December 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Brandon Fulton wants to transform his 27 acre property into Believe Kingdom, where the local community can learn about horses and connect with the outdoors. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/south-fulton-rancher-court-fight-seized-horses/
Denene Millner knew there was a problem when she saw there were more children’s books about animals than there were stories featuring Black people. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/black-childrens-books-denene-millner/
Black Publisher Creates Joyful Stories for Black Children - Capital B News - Atlanta
For Black Business Month, Denene Millner, who released books with Will Smith and produced a Spider-Man project, shares her secrets to business success.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Denene Millner knew there was a problem when she saw there were more children’s books about animals than there were stories featuring Black people. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/black-childrens-books-denene-millner/
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December 24, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Have you ever wondered about experiences Black elders in your family have had but never shared? Now is your opportunity to make sure those stories don’t get lost. https://capitalbnews.org/oralhistoryproject/
The South River Watershed Alliance launched a paddling and canoeing program called Beyond the Bridge to draw community attention to the South River. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/south-river-pollution-jacqueline-echols/
How One Woman Helped Save Georgia’s South River - Capital B News - Atlanta
With paddles and people power, Jacqueline Echols gave a neglected waterway in a Black community a second chance.
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December 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The South River Watershed Alliance launched a paddling and canoeing program called Beyond the Bridge to draw community attention to the South River. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/south-river-pollution-jacqueline-echols/
In November, Morehouse College student, Aniaba Jean-Baptiste N’guessan, was announced as a 2026 recipient of the Rhodes Scholarship, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international postgraduate award. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/morehouse-rhodes-scholar-oxford/
How Morehouse College Produced Its Sixth Rhodes Scholar - Capital B News - Atlanta
The triple major in economics, mathematics, and computer science juggled a rigorous course load and prestigious internships.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
In November, Morehouse College student, Aniaba Jean-Baptiste N’guessan, was announced as a 2026 recipient of the Rhodes Scholarship, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international postgraduate award. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/morehouse-rhodes-scholar-oxford/
While Georgia has long been heralded as a place where Black folks could thrive both behind and in front of the camera, a recent downturn has resulted in many lost livelihoods. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/different-world-reboot-atlanta-netflix/
Netflix Brings “A Different World” Reboot to Atlanta as Black Creatives Seek Film Jobs - Capital B News - Atlanta
The beloved HBCU show will head into production amid the city’s movie and TV production downturn.
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December 22, 2025 at 12:22 AM
While Georgia has long been heralded as a place where Black folks could thrive both behind and in front of the camera, a recent downturn has resulted in many lost livelihoods. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/different-world-reboot-atlanta-netflix/
Capital B Atlanta reporter Madeline Thigpen was at the Capitol covering the Fani Willis hearing and shared live updates. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/live-blog-fani-willis-testifies-before-georgia-senate-committee/
Fani Willis Testifies Before Georgia Senate Committee - Capital B News - Atlanta
Fani Willis Testifies before Georgia Senate Committee today about Trump election interference case
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December 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Capital B Atlanta reporter Madeline Thigpen was at the Capitol covering the Fani Willis hearing and shared live updates. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/live-blog-fani-willis-testifies-before-georgia-senate-committee/
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December 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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D. Sinclair, who at 61 goes by the name The Real Black Santa, has been putting smiles on children’s faces for over two decades through a series of events, sometimes totaling up to 50 per year. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-real-black-santa-25-years/
Atlanta Black Santa Has Been Bringing Christmas Joy for 25 Years - Capital B News - Atlanta
For the Sinclairs, making holiday magic for kids of all ages is the family business.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:15 PM
D. Sinclair, who at 61 goes by the name The Real Black Santa, has been putting smiles on children’s faces for over two decades through a series of events, sometimes totaling up to 50 per year. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-real-black-santa-25-years/
“Senator! Senator!” chanted supporters of Jaha Howard late Tuesday evening after local media declared him the winner of the Georgia Senate District 35 special election runoff matchup. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-district35-special-election-results/
Dentist Defeats Veteran Lawmaker in State Senate District 35 Special Election - Capital B News - Atlanta
Jaha Howard edged out former state Rep. Roger Bruce by a few hundred votes, according to unofficial vote totals.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM
“Senator! Senator!” chanted supporters of Jaha Howard late Tuesday evening after local media declared him the winner of the Georgia Senate District 35 special election runoff matchup. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/georgia-district35-special-election-results/
This was the 250th home Atlanta Falcons legend Warrick Dunn has helped provide to single mothers across the nation since the retired NFL running back launched his pro football career and his philanthropic journey in 1997. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-mother-warrick-dunn-habitat-home/
Atlanta Mother Receives Habitat Home From NFL Star - Capital B News - Atlanta
The family received a down-payment check from a former NFL star, who was on hand to give them the keys to their new home.
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December 20, 2025 at 9:10 PM
This was the 250th home Atlanta Falcons legend Warrick Dunn has helped provide to single mothers across the nation since the retired NFL running back launched his pro football career and his philanthropic journey in 1997. https://atlanta.capitalbnews.org/atlanta-mother-warrick-dunn-habitat-home/