U.S. Department of Education Directs Schools to End Racial Preferences
The U.S. Department of Education has sent a Dear Colleague Letter to educational institutions receiving federal funds notifying them that they must cease using race preferences and stereotypes as a factor in their admissions, hiring, promotion, compensation, scholarships, prizes, administrative support, sanctions, discipline, and beyond. Institutions that fail to comply may, consistent with applicable law, face investigation […]
Hyundai Motor Group Celebrates 20 Years of Driving Innovation at the Hyundai California Proving Ground
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) held a celebration event earlier this week in honor of 20 successful years of quality and performance testing at its California Proving Ground (CPG) in California City, Calif. The $80 million facility, which opened in 2005, has seen more than 5,000 Hyundai Motor, Kia, and Genesis vehicles undergo rigorous […]
Mayor Dickens Appoints New Executive Director of Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs
Mayor Andre Dickens announced Adriane V. Jefferson as the new Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) beginning February 28, 2025. With nationally recognized expertise in cultural equity, arts administration, and community transformation, Jefferson is poised to bring a fresh and inclusive perspective to Atlanta’s cultural landscape. Her visionary leadership will foster […]
PBS Aerospace Establishes North American HQ in Metro Atlanta
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that PBS Aerospace, a designer and manufacturer of world-class small turbojet engines, will invest up to $20 million to establish its North American headquarters, manufacturing, and R&D operations in Roswell. The new operations will create at least 95 new jobs in metro Atlanta, growing the company’s presence in the […]
Atlanta, Office of the Inspector General Violated State Law At Least 50 Times
The City of Atlanta issued the following statement. Today, in response to employee concerns and a taskforce comprised of legal experts, the City Council took the first step to strengthening ethics in City government by voting unanimously to advance legislation that establishes clear protocols for the Office of Inspector General. A review conducted by the […]
Gwinnett County, Gwinnett Health and Human Services Offer
Gwinnett Health and Human Services offers priority assistance to seniors facing economic challenges, social isolation, or health risks. Our free and low-cost services are here to enhance your quality of life. Apply now and see if you qualify for free or low-cost services to enhance your quality of life. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/SeniorServices for more information. Senior […]
City of Atlanta, Statement on Federal Funding Freeze
Mayor Andre Dickens issued the following statement. “Like cities and municipalities across the nation, the City of Atlanta received no warning from the Trump Administration on the freezing of federal funds. These actions adversely affect not only the City’s funding for affordable housing, assistance for our unsheltered residents, economic development projects, salaries and investments in […]
City of Duluth Celebrated with 2025 Visionary City Award
The City of Duluth is proud to announce its recognition as a recipient of the 2025 Visionary City Award, an honor granted by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) in collaboration with Georgia Trend Magazine. Presented at GMA’s Cities United Summit on January 26, this award celebrates the Rogers Bridge Project, reconnecting communities through an innovative pedestrian […]
Advancing Justice-Atlanta Condemns Latest ICE Raids in Atlanta Metro Area
Atlanta, GA – Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta is outraged and deeply heartbroken by the recent wave of ICE raids targeting families in several major U.S. cities, including the Atlanta metro area, over the weekend. These “targeted operations,” reported in areas such as Chamblee and Tucker, targeted individuals seeking asylum in the U.S. and awaiting asylum hearings, have left […]
KAGC U Leadership Summit, Capitol Forum with Senator Andy Kim
On January 9th, Senator Andy Kim of New Jersey met with 41 college participants of the 2025 KAGC U Leadership Summit at the United States Capitol Rotunda on Capitol Hill. On this special occasion, students had the opportunity to connect with a trailblazer who paved the way for young leaders like themselves to strive for […]