Atlanta, GA
Black men in Atlanta speak freely ahead of election as nominees try to win over key demographic
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – With just weeks left until the presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are vying for the votes of a key demographic, Black men.
“It’s a gamut of issues that both probably make some good points about, both probably don’t make some good points about,” said Jay White, a volunteer with The Black Man Lab.
The Black Man Lab and New Georgia Project collaborated to host a meeting in southwest Atlanta catered specifically to Black men. It is one of the many stops in the Black Man Lab Tour.
“Black men, we have something to say,” said White. “Typically, we’re talked about, we’re talked on behalf of, but we’re not talked to.”
Georgia key state in deciding next president as early voting starts Tuesday
It was an opportunity for many to voice their concerns, telling us what they would like to see from their president.
“I would like to see more engagement within our community and really tackle the issues that we talk about,” said White.
Harris and Trump are both making stops in metro Atlanta this week, showing how important Georgia is for the election.
Harris rallied in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Monday, outlining her “Opportunity Agenda” aimed particularly at Black men.
Harris and Trump hold rival events in battleground Pennsylvania
“There is an attempt to suggest to a lot of folks that their vote won’t matter,” she said in an interview with Roland Martin.
Trump also held a rally on the other side of Pennsylvania.
“I love Black men,” said Trump.
Trump also highlighted undocumented immigrants.
“When millions of people pour into our country, they have a devastating effect on Black families and Hispanic families, more than any others,” said Trump.
As election day gets closer, both candidates will continue to try to garner key voting blocs.
Black men at the event in Atlanta say they ultimately want their voices to be heard this election.
“To have the same opportunity as the white man, to be able to speak freedom, not to be tormented,” said attendee Wilton Hines.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday afternoon in Stone Mountain.
Around 2 p.m., DeKalb police officers responded to the area of Martins Crossing and Hemingway Road after receiving reports of a person shot, authorities said.
When officers arrived, they found a victim who had been shot. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives are still working to determine what led up to the incident, officials said.
Return to Atlanta News First for updates.
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Opinion
Atlanta Dream’s Naz Hillmon (third from left) speaks next to teammates (from left) Allisha Gray, Brionna Jones, Jordin Canada, Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard, during a press conference to welcome the Atlanta Dream 2026 free agent class, Friday, April 17, 2026. (Jason Getz/AJC)
By Morgan Shaw Parker – For The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Today, when the Atlanta Dream tips off its home opener against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, it will be more than just the start of a season.
It will be a transition to something bigger, something Atlanta has been building and something women’s sports across the country are finally being recognized for delivering.
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Morgan Shaw Parker is president and chief operating officer of the Atlanta Dream. (Courtesy)
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How The Dream is leading the WNBA in so many ways
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ATLANTA – Zoo Atlanta was evacuated Saturday afternoon due to a hoax threat, according to Atlanta police.
What we know:
The Atlanta Police department said officers determined the call was “false.”
FOX 5’s Annie Mapp was at the zoo and spoke with visitors who said they were denied entry and told that the facility had been evacuated.
Mapp reported seeing staff members sitting outside the zoo gate and a heavy police presence in the area. K9 officers were also spotted outside Savannah Hall.
What they’re saying:
Zoo Atlanta released the following statement:
“Zoo Atlanta received a bomb threat late this afternoon. While this may be the latest in a series of unsubstantiated threats made to organizations around the U.S. in recent weeks, out of an extreme abundance of caution, all Members, guests, and Zoo team members were safely evacuated from Zoo grounds. Law enforcement responded quickly and has confirmed the Zoo is safe.”
What we don’t know:
The exact nature of the hoax has not been released.
FOX 5 is working to learn more about the situation and has reached out to officials for additional information.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: This story contains information from Atlanta police and Annie Mapp on the scene.
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