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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Photo: Getty Images The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, per NBC News. On Monday (September 30), Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke said the Justice Department will review and evaluate the impact of the massacre, which left roughly 300 people dead in Tulsa’s once-prosperous Greenwood neighborhood nicknamed “Black … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/doj-launches-civil-rights-review-into-1921-tulsa-race-massacre/) The post [DOJ Launches Civil Rights Review Into 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/doj-launches-civil-rights-review-into-1921-tulsa-race-massacre/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Two Georgia district attorneys who promised criminal justice reforms are facing reelection races that will test whether progressive prosecutors in liberal pockets of the swing state can survive intense blowback from state Republicans and some prominent local Democrats. Shalena Cook Jones of Chatham County and Deborah Gonzalez of Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties were elected in … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/progressive-prosecutors-in-georgia-faced-backlash-from-the-start-they-say-its-all-politics/) The post [Progressive Prosecutors In Georgia Faced Backlash From The Start, They Say It’s All Politics](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/progressive-prosecutors-in-georgia-faced-backlash-from-the-start-they-say-its-all-politics/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  If you leave, or turn away from an Atlanta Falcons games, it’s likely that you will miss a dramatic ending. In every game this season, the Falcons gone down to the wire. The nationally-televised “Thursday Night Football” game against the Tampa Bay Bucs will be remembered for years to come. The NFC South foes engaged … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/thursday-night-thriller-atlanta-falcons-defeat-tampa-bay-bucs-in-overtime-showdown/) The post [Thursday Night Thriller: Atlanta Falcons Defeat Tampa Bay Bucs In Overtime Showdown](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/thursday-night-thriller-atlanta-falcons-defeat-tampa-bay-bucs-in-overtime-showdown/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Photo: Getty Images Americans still have a chance to register to vote ahead of the 2024 elections in November. Some states have set their voter registration deadlines as early as today, Friday, Oct. 4, while others offer same-day voter registration as late as Election Day, or Nov. 5. Same-day registration allows Americans to cast their … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/2024-election-voter-registration-options-deadlines-for-your-state-2/) The post [2024 Election: Voter Registration Options & Deadlines For Your State](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/04/2024-election-voter-registration-options-deadlines-for-your-state-2/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  The 2024 “October Surprise” came in the form of U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealing a motion that details Jack Smith’s case against Donald Trump and his attempt to overthrow the 2020 Election. On Oct. 2, Smith, special counsel for Department of Justice, released a 165-page motion that details how Trump acted on his own … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/how-fani-willis-rico-case-plays-a-role-in-jack-smiths-unsealed-evidence-against-trump/) The post [How Fani Willis’ RICO Case Plays A Role In Jack Smith’s Unsealed Evidence Against Trump](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/how-fani-willis-rico-case-plays-a-role-in-jack-smiths-unsealed-evidence-against-trump/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  CARL STOKES OCTOBER 2 1800—Nat Turner is born on this day in South Hampton, Va. The spiritually inspired Turner would organize and carry out one of the deadliest slave revolts in American history. His rebellion led to the deaths of 57 Whites including men, women and children. 1937—Famed attorney Johnnie Cochran is born on this … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/this-week-in-black-history-october-2-8-2024/) The post [This Week In Black History October 2 – 8, 2024](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/this-week-in-black-history-october-2-8-2024/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Novartis’ pharmaceutical corporation’s More Than Just Words Campaign Brings Breast Cancer Screening to Women The hard truth is that every two minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer. While one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, Black women are nearly twice as likely to get an advanced-stage diagnosis and more likely … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/dr-monique-gary-urges-black-women-to-stay-vigilant-in-fight-against-breast-cancer/) The post [Dr. Monique Gary Urges Black Women to Stay Vigilant in Fight Against Breast Cancer](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/dr-monique-gary-urges-black-women-to-stay-vigilant-in-fight-against-breast-cancer/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  The NAACP, in partnership with leading civil rights law firm Singleton Schreiber, has filed a lawsuit to demand justice for Black women who have been exposed to harmful chemicals in popular hair relaxers or perms. The lawsuit targets major beauty corporations, including Soft Sheen-Carson LLC, which have profited from marketing these products to Black women … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/naacp-takes-legal-action-against-beauty-corporations-for-toxic-hair-relaxers-marketed-towards-black-women/) The post [NAACP Takes Legal Action Against Beauty Corporations For Toxic Hair Relaxers Marketed Towards Black Women](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/naacp-takes-legal-action-against-beauty-corporations-for-toxic-hair-relaxers-marketed-towards-black-women/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Atlanta Fashion Week 2024 kicked off with a bang, as the city’s most influential figures and creatives gathered for an unforgettable opening night party. The event took place at Prime on Peachtree in Atlanta. The evening marked the beginning of a weeklong celebration of Atlanta’s booming fashion impact. There were many photo-worthy moments but one … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/exclusive-atlanta-fashion-week-2024-kicks-off-with-opening-night-honoring-fubu-co-founders-mayor-andre-dickens-speaks/) The post [Exclusive: Atlanta Fashion Week 2024 Kicks Off With Opening Night Honoring FUBU Co-founders; Mayor Andre Dickens Speaks](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/03/exclusive-atlanta-fashion-week-2024-kicks-off-with-opening-night-honoring-fubu-co-founders-mayor-andre-dickens-speaks/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Photo: Getty Images Americans still have a chance to register to vote ahead of the 2024 elections in November. Some states have set their voter registration deadlines as early as Friday (October 4), while others offer same-day voter registration as late as Election Day, or November 5. Same-day registration allows Americans to cast their ballot … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/2024-election-voter-registration-options-deadlines-for-your-state/) The post [2024 Election: Voter Registration Options & Deadlines For Your State](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/2024-election-voter-registration-options-deadlines-for-your-state/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
From the Atlanta Daily World:  A Fulton County Superior Court judge has struck down Georgia’s controversial six-week abortion ban, known as the LIFE Act. The decision, handed down by Judge Robert McBurney, restores the legal right to abortion in the state for up to 22 weeks of pregnancy, significantly expanding access for women across Georgia. Judge McBurney, in his ruling, … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/judge-strikes-down-georgias-abortion-ban-temporarily-expanding-across-the-state/) The post [Judge Strikes Down Georgia’s Abortion Ban, Temporarily Expanding Across The State](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/judge-strikes-down-georgias-abortion-ban-temporarily-expanding-across-the-state/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Rich Homie Quan stood out in hip-hop while in the midst of a city full of rap stars. When Atlanta became known as hip-hop’s new epicenter, Rich Homie Quan was one of the voices that contributed to the city’s success in the music industry. However, Rich Homie Quan was the latest rapper to die before … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/rich-homie-quans-cause-of-death-reveals-deeper-issue-of-how-drug-use-impacts-hip-hop-culture/) The post [Rich Homie Quan’s Cause Of Death Reveals Deeper Issue Of How Drug Use Impacts Hip-Hop Culture](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/rich-homie-quans-cause-of-death-reveals-deeper-issue-of-how-drug-use-impacts-hip-hop-culture/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Getty Images Stock Photo In life, many of us are taught to strive for certain milestones: a stable job, a loving relationship, a nice house, a reliable car, financial security, maybe even a well-maintained body. We see these as markers of success, the fruits of our hard work. But what we often overlook is the … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/the-carr-report-maintenance-and-upkeep-the-real-daily-grind/) The post [The Carr Report: Maintenance and upkeep…The real daily grind!](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/the-carr-report-maintenance-and-upkeep-the-real-daily-grind/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  This week, Atlanta is hosting the Military Influencer Conference (MIC), a pioneering event that bridges the gap between the military and civilian sectors. Led by U.S. Army veteran and entrepreneur Curtez Riggs, MIC has become the first of its kind, empowering military-connected entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders to drive innovation and economic growth within the $100 … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/military-entrepreneurs-creators-leaders-gather-for-military-influencers-conference-killer-mike-shares-the-importance-of-black-vets/) The post [Exclusive: Atlanta Hosts Military Influencers Conference, Killer Mike Shares The Importance Of Black Vets](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/military-entrepreneurs-creators-leaders-gather-for-military-influencers-conference-killer-mike-shares-the-importance-of-black-vets/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Photo: Getty Images Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) and Ohio Senator JD Vance (R) faced off in the vice presidential debate on Tuesday (October 1). Just five weeks from Election Day, Walz, Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, and Vance, former President Donald Trump’s VP candidate, made their case to voters during the debate at … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/walz-vance-face-off-on-immigration-abortion-more-during-vp-debate/) The post [Walz & Vance Face Off On Immigration, Abortion, & More During VP Debate](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/02/walz-vance-face-off-on-immigration-abortion-more-during-vp-debate/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  On the day the Atlanta Hawks held their 2024 Media Day, news broke of the passing of Hawks legend Dikembe Mutombo. Mutombo played 18 seasons in the NBA, including a stint with the Hawks in the late 1990s which led to multiple playoff berths. He was drafted by the Denver Nuggets and also played with … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/atlanta-hawks-honor-dikembe-mutombo-during-2024-media-day/) The post [Atlanta Hawks Honor Dikembe Mutombo During 2024 Media Day](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/atlanta-hawks-honor-dikembe-mutombo-during-2024-media-day/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has uncovered a long-standing pattern of racial discrimination and abuse within the Lexington Police Department, a small force operating in one of Mississippi’s poorest counties. The findings, detailed in a comprehensive DOJ report, highlight the department’s blatant disregard for the rights of Black citizens and its routine use of … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/report-department-of-justice-exposes-systemic-racial-discrimination-in-small-mississippi-citys-police-force/) The post [Report: Department Of Justice Exposes Systemic Racial Discrimination In Small Mississippi City’s Police Force](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/report-department-of-justice-exposes-systemic-racial-discrimination-in-small-mississippi-citys-police-force/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  Getty Images Stock Photo Novelist Philip Roth told an interviewer: The book can’t compete with the screen. It couldn’t compete—beginning—with the movie screen. It couldn’t compete with the television screen, and it can’t compete with the computer screen. Roth also stated that reading a novel requires a certain kind of concentration, focus, attentiveness, and devotion … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/j-pharoah-doss-books-cant-compete-with-the-screen/) The post [J. Pharoah Doss: Books can’t compete with the screen?](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/j-pharoah-doss-books-cant-compete-with-the-screen/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
From the Atlanta Daily World:  A recently published study has revealed that Black and Latinx doctors are significantly more likely to treat low-income patients, particularly those on Medicaid, than their white counterparts. The research, which appeared in the Annals of Family Medicine, underscores the pressing need for Medicaid and Medicare expansion and the importance of increasing diversity in the medical … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/black-and-latinx-doctors-disproportionately-serve-more-low-income-patients-new-study-reveals/) The post [Black And Latinx Doctors Disproportionately Serve More Low-Income Patients, New Study Reveals](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/black-and-latinx-doctors-disproportionately-serve-more-low-income-patients-new-study-reveals/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).
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From the Atlanta Daily World:  A massive chemical fire at a BioLab plant in Conyers, Georgia, ignited chaos across the region, sending over 90,000 residents into emergency shelters and spreading a thick haze of dangerous smoke and chemical odor as far as Atlanta. The fire, which began early Sunday, Sept. 29, sent towering plumes of dark smoke into the sky, … [Continued](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/thousands-forced-to-shelter-in-place-as-chemical-fire-at-conyers-biolab-facility-reveals-the-plants-troubling-history/) The post [Thousands Forced To Shelter In Place As Chemical Fire At Conyers BioLab Facility Reveals The Plant’s Troubling History](https://atlantadailyworld.com/2024/10/01/thousands-forced-to-shelter-in-place-as-chemical-fire-at-conyers-biolab-facility-reveals-the-plants-troubling-history/) appeared first on [Atlanta Daily World](https://atlantadailyworld.com).