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Jagged Edge has always had to fight for their respect in the R&B industry, but their legendary status can not be denied. The group recently sat down with SiMan & Chubb Rock to talk about their upcoming special on TV One’s Unsung and why they’ve always had to fight for respect in the industry. The […]

Boil water advisory Much of Atlanta and areas south of Atlanta are under a boil water advisory until noon today ( July 7, 2017).  There was a power outage at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant crews fixed the problem quickly but the water must be tested before it’s considered safe.  Areas affected include Cabbagetown, Edgewood, […]

New Uber fees Uber has new fees.  Uber is adding a wait time fee.  Drivers will charge if they wait longer than 2 minutes.  The cancellation fee has changed also now you will be charged if you cancel within 2 minutes before the ride.     2 Chainz pink “Trap” House Relocating Today ( July […]

Georgia Congressional Election Results Lawsuit The sixth congressional district race might now be over yet, a lawsuit has been filed questioning the results.  Republican Karen Handel won the race, but a lawsuit filed Monday ( July 3, 2017) claims Georgia’s touch screen voting system has security problems and without paper ballots there is no way […]

Protest for the impeachment of President Trump Thousands of people in Atlanta and around the country help protests on July 2, 2017 calling for the impeachment of President Trump.  Many of them are upset over cuts to Medicaid and The Republican Healthcare Plan.   Centennial Olympic Park 4th of July celebration More police will patrol […]

DHS new security measures for international flights The Department of Homeland Security announced enhanced screening of passengers coming into the United States.  The updated protocol “enhanced screening” includes passengers and their electronic devices.  These security measures apply to all passengers entering the United States 300 airports.       Mercedes-Benz Stadium Hiring Event The Mercedes-Benz […]

HIV Testing Year Around   Here are the statistics: According to the CDC, more than a million people in the U.S. are living with HIV.  African Americans account for 50 % of new cases. Get tested today, if you do not know your HIV status. Walgreens is teaming up with Greater Than Aids to provide […]

(ATLANTA) – June 28, 2017 – Last night, Bossip and WE tv teamed up to celebrate the launch of their newest series “Bossip on WE” at the W Midtown’s lounge, Elevate. The star-studded night honored some of the industry’s most stylish celebrities as they showcased their own unique fashion sense. Honorees in attendance included Trina Braxton and Towanda Braxton […]

National HIV Testing Day Today is National HIV Testing Day.  African Americans continue to be effected by HIV.  Blacks account for 50 % of new cases.  Free HIV Testing is going on at the Mall at the West End today from 11 am -8 pm, and Walgreen’s has free testing at more than 230 locations […]

Maria More caught up with Joel Osteen as he prepares for “Night of Hope” at the Atlanta Braves stadium and he shares his love for fitness, being a blessing, and his thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Braves.

Republican Karen Handel won 6th Congressional Runoff Race Karen Handel will officially start work today in Washington, DC.  Last week, Republican Karen Handel beat Democrat Jon Ossoff in the 6th congressional runoff race that attracted national attention.   The Healthcare Vote The upcoming healthcare vote is creating lots of concern among Republican senators.  They want […]

Gas prices are falling   AAA says we are seeing the cheapest gas prices for the start of a summer in 12 years.  In the metro area the average prices for a gallon of gasoline is $ 2.16.  Low prices are one reason AAA says about 3% more people will travel mostly by car 4th […]