Atlanta, GA
Billie Eilish Will Reignite 'Overheated' Climate Sustainability Conference in Atlanta
The Billie Eilish-co-founded climate sustainability conference Overheated is getting fired up again. The musician will appear as a speaker at the forthcoming event scheduled for Nov. 3 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. She will be joined by more than a dozen panelists assembled to engage in important conversations about climate change and sustainability practices.
Although tickets are sold out, the event will be live streamed on YouTube from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST via the official Billie Eilish channel.
“I am thrilled that we can bring this unique event to Billie‘s US fans. And to people from all over who can watch the livestream. At this time, more than ever we need everyone to be a climate activist,” Eilish’s mother Maggie Baird, who founded the plant-based food initiative Support+Feed. Earlier this year, the musician told Rolling Stone: “I have never had an interest in being a role model, ever,” she says. “If you’re going to think I’m a role model, think I’m a role model in terms of trying to save the environment, and being more conscious of the way that you live, and your carbon footprint, and your contribution to animal agriculture.”
Overheated is presented in collaboration between Eilish and Support+Feed. The initiative has maintained a consistent presence on the musician’s tours, on top of her publicly advocating for sustainability in the music industry. Fans are encouraged to choose plant-based food options when possible and support their goal of combating food insecurity. The upcoming conference is an opportunity to bring fans, artists, and activists together while amplifying climate solutions.
Eilish and Baird will both appear as special guests, along with Saad Amer, Corinea Austin, Xiye Bastida, Daniel Blackman, Brea Baker, Abre’ Conner, Quintin Crumpler, Jasmine Crowe-Houston, Helena Gualinga, Wawa Gatheru, Isaias Hernandez, Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Jamila Norman, Samata Pattinson, Maya Penn, and Angela Watts. Additional panelists and speakers will be announced in the lead up to Overheated.
The scheduled panels include “Environmental Justice 101,” “The Stories We Tell,” “What We Eat Matters,” “Fashion Your Future,” “Climate Optimism,” and “Your Vote, Your Power.”
“Overheated is a space for climate activists, thought leaders, artists and music fans to unite, amplify their efforts, and inspire others with practical tips and accessible resources for addressing the climate crisis. Overheated is built from the idea that we can all make a difference,” an event description reads. “With a focus on optimism and joy, Overheated equips audiences with the tools and resources to build on what they have learned, and bring new ideas and inspiration to their communities back home.”
Atlanta, GA
New Orleans terror attack: Federal investigation
Federal law enforcement says the man who drove through the French Quarter killing 14 and injured dozens acted alone. The city of New Orleans making safety a top priority as the Sugar Bowl gets underway at the Superdome.
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Atlanta, GA
Pro Bowl Snubs – Drake London, Atlanta Falcons
Pro Bowl selections and their alternates were released on Thursday. The Atlanta Falcons were well represented by Chris Lindstrom and KhaDarel Hodge as nominations along with eight alternates.
One of the most egregious omissions from the alternate list was third-year wide receiver Drake London.
Only Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson, and Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown finished better in all three major receiving categories (catches, yards, touchdowns) than London through 16 regular season games.
His 90 catches are eighth among wide receivers and his 1,084 yards puts him ninth, and his seven touchdowns puts him in a tie for 13th. London battled quarterback inconsistency his first two years in the league, and 2024 was no different for the 23-year-old.
When fellow wide receiver Darnell Mooney inevitably gets one reception Sunday versus the Carolina Panthers, he and London will be the first duo in the NFL this season to eclipse 1,000 yards each. Both having done so while managing a new head coach, a new offensive coordinator, and two new quarterbacks.
The four NFC receivers who got Pro Bowl bids – Justin Jefferson, CeeDee Lamb, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Terry McLaurin have valid credentials.
The list of alternates includes Mike Evans (Buccaneers), Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Seahawks), Malik Nabers (Giants), and AJ Brown (Eagles).
Smith-Njigba edges London on catches and yards, but London has him on touchdowns. Same goes for Nabers. It’s hard to argue against the numbers Brown has put up despite missing three games at the beginning of the year.
Evans might be getting the veteran nod on this one. London has him beat in receptions and yards, Evans got the Pro Bowl nod.
London is clearly having his best season of his young career. One that’s worthy of some Pro Bowl recognition. If he continues putting up numbers, and there doesn’t seem to be any reason to think he won’t keep improving, the recognition will come.
Opposing defenses know exactly who Drake London is.
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta firefighters respond to early morning house fire in NW Atlanta
ATLANTA – Atlanta firefighters responded to a fire early Thursday morning in the 2300 block of St. James Drive NW near Hollywood Road NW in northwest Atlanta.
The fire began around 3 a.m. According to a spokesperson for the fire department, everyone was able to exit the house safely and there were no injuries to the residents.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
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