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From the Atlanta Tribune: Funding will be used to hire clinical research staff, establish infrastructure, create customized training programs, and more Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) announced today it is among the three Historically Black Medical Schools (HBMSs) who will receive $18 million from Sanofi to help the institutions work to increase diversity in clinical studies. The investment over […] The post [Morehouse School of Medicine, Howard University College of Medicine and Meharry Medical College to Receive $18 million from Sanofi to Increase Diversity in Clinical Studies](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/21/morehouse-school-of-medicine-howard-university-college-of-medicine-and-meharry-medical-college-to-receive-18-million-from-sanofi-to-increase-diversity-in-clinical-studies/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Daisy Alliance is excited to announce its 2024 Conference on a Nuclear Free World on October 19, 2024, 10:00am-4:00pm, at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA, with special guest Ambassador Bonnie Jenkins, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security. This conference provides a uniquely immersive experience by putting students in charge of creating […] The post [Daisy Alliance To Hold 2024 Conference On A Nuclear Free World At Spelman College](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/21/daisy-alliance-to-hold-2024-conference-on-a-nuclear-free-world-at-spelman-college/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Photo: Getty Images As we enter the fall season, it’s important to recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This annual campaign dedicates its 31 days to honoring those we’ve lost, promoting medical exams and preventive care, raising awareness about the disease, and generating funds for research. In support of this mission, the Black Information Network is […] The post [Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What Black Women Need to Know](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/21/breast-cancer-awareness-month-what-black-women-need-to-know/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: In a united effort to combat food insecurity among seniors, Atlanta Community Food Bank, whose mission is to fight hunger by engaging, educating, and empowering the community, partnered with Mayor Andre Dickens to lead a Community Conversation Cooking Class at the Food Bank’s Learning Kitchen. This unique event provided local seniors in metro Atlanta with […] The post [Mayor Andre Dickens Partners With Atlanta Community Food Bank To Fight Hunger](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/21/mayor-andre-dickens-partners-with-atlanta-community-food-bank-to-fight-hunger/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Photo: Getty Images Former President Jimmy Carter fulfilled one of his last wishes as he remains in hospice care at 100 years old. On Wednesday (October 16), Carter, the longest-living U.S. president, cast an early vote for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, Jason, his grandson, and Chip, his son, told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Carter’s absentee ballot was dropped off at […] The post [Jimmy Carter Fulfills Goal Of Voting For Kamala Harris At 100](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/18/jimmy-carter-fulfills-goal-of-voting-for-kamala-harris-at-100/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The Campaign enlisted support from influential entrepreneur champions to rally business owners in key battleground states The Economic Freedom Talks are set to uplift small business owners and entrepreneurs across the nation, featuring a dynamic series of discussions that spotlight the Harris-Walz ticket’s future plans for small businesses. The talks will take place in Philadelphia, Pa. […] The post [Harris-Walz Campaign Launches ‘Economic Freedom Talks’ to Empower Small Businesses at The Gathering Spot](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/18/harris-walz-campaign-launches-economic-freedom-talks-to-empower-small-businesses/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The potential of Donald Trump being elected President has yet to stop Fani Willis from her attempt to hold him accountable for his alleged crimes during the 2020 Election. On Oct. 16, the Fulton County District Attorney asked Georgia’s Court of Appeals to reinstate six criminal charges against Trump and five others who are his […] The post [Weeks Before Election Day, Fani Willis Seeks To Reinstate Criminal Charges Against Trump](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/18/weeks-before-election-day-fani-willis-seeks-to-reinstate-criminal-charges-against-trump/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The Atlanta Hawks recently announced a new partnership with Kaiser Permanente Georgia to promote health and wellness. On Oct. 16, reps for the Hawks and Kaiser Permanente announced the partnership during an event held at the Decatur YMCA. “This is about project that we have had in the works for over a year,” said Heidi […] The post [Atlanta Hawks Partner With Kaiser Permanente To Promote Health Awareness](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/18/atlanta-hawks-partner-with-kaiser-permanente-to-promote-health-awareness/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
From the Atlanta Tribune: The Associated Press Bath & Body Works is apologizing for selling a candle with packaging that some people said looked like Ku Klux Klan hoods. The three-wick candle was called “Snowed In” and briefly appeared on the company’s website for purchase. It was quickly pulled off the website once the issue was brought to Bath […] The post [Bath & Body Works pulls candle packaging that some said evoked Ku Klux Klan](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/17/bath-body-works-pulls-candle-packaging-that-some-said-evoked-ku-klux-klan-2/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Georgia legislators are expressing relief over a judge’s decision to block the Republican-led hand-counted ballot rule which many worried would at least muddy the election process and delay results causing election night issues and more post-election chaos. On Friday, Sept. 20, with just six weeks to go before the Nov. 5 presidential vote, the pro-Trump […] The post [Fulton County Supreme Court Judge Rules Against Hand Counted Ballots, Says ‘Too Much Too Late’](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/17/fulton-county-supreme-court-judge-rules-against-hand-counted-ballots-says-too-much-too-late/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The Unified Command today announced that BioLab will open a Community Assistance Center to provide support for local residents and business owners affected by the fire at the Conyers facility, as part of BioLab’s ongoing efforts to expand services for the local community. These efforts are coordinated with the Unified Command response team’s active work […] The post [BioLab to Open Community Assistance Center for Local Residents and Business Owners](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/17/biolab-to-open-community-assistance-center-for-local-residents-and-business-owners/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Painting of George Washington Williams addressing the Ohio State Legislature. Williams was the first African-American elected to the Ohio State Legislature, serving one term 1880 to 1881. Bob Hall from Christchurch, New Zealand Wikipedia OCTOBER 16 1849—The man considered the first Black historian in America is born. His name was George Washington Williams. He was also […] The post [This Week In Black History October 16-22, 2024](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/17/this-week-in-black-history-october-16-22-2024/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The Associated Press Bath & Body Works is apologizing for selling a candle with packaging that some people said looked like Ku Klux Klan hoods. The three-wick candle was called “Snowed In” and briefly appeared on the company’s website for purchase. It was quickly pulled off the website once the issue was brought to Bath […] The post [Bath & Body Works pulls candle packaging that some said evoked Ku Klux Klan](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/16/bath-body-works-pulls-candle-packaging-that-some-said-evoked-ku-klux-klan/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Stan Gilliland/EPA/AAP by Adrian Beaumont, The University of Melbourne The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 49.3–46.5, a slight gain for Trump since last Monday, when Harris led by 49.3–46.2. Joe Biden’s final position before his withdrawal as Democratic […] The post [Kamala Harris dips in key states, making US election contest a toss-up](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/16/kamala-harris-dips-in-key-states-making-us-election-contest-a-toss-up/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: The NAACP launched a radio ad-buy in Georgia, as part of a nine-state campaign that continues a multiyear effort from the civil rights organization to boost Black voter turnout in the state. The campaign will focus on media markets in Albany, Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, and Savannah and builds on a national campaign that will […] The post [NAACP Launches Campaign In Georgia To Boost Black Voter Turnout](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/15/naacp-launches-campaign-in-georgia-to-boost-black-voter-turnout-2/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: There’s been a notion that Black men have been defecting away from their traditional Democratic voting habits and are now leaning more toward siding with Republican candidates and views. While this may be true for some Black men, by and large, most Black men still tend to have left-leaning views and voting habits. According to […] The post [Kamala Harris Releases ‘Opportunity Agenda’ for Black Men](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/15/kamala-harris-releases-opportunity-agenda-for-black-men/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Wanda Smith, the long-time radio host at V-103 and comedian, has passed at 59. On Oct. 13, V-103 released a statement confirming Smith’s passing. Smith began her career at V-103 in 1998 and worked with host Frank Ski until 2013. She would work for Ryan Cameron from 2013 through 2017 before returning to work with […] The post [Wanda Smith, Legendary V-103 Radio Host, Has Passed At 59](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/14/wanda-smith-legendary-v-103-radio-host-has-passed-at-59/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: With their “Link Up the Vote” rolling rally car caravan on Sunday, Oct. 6, the Atlanta Cluster of the Links, Incorporated set out to make a big impact on voter registration and activation, and they did! With 60 participants riding in 30 cars, they fanned out across the city of Atlanta and South Fulton driving […] The post [The Atlanta Cluster Of The Links, Incorporated Hosts ‘Link Up The Vote’ Rolling Rally Car Caravan](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/14/the-atlanta-cluster-of-the-links-incorporated-hosts-link-up-the-vote-rolling-rally-car-caravan/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: COURIER EDITOR AND PUBLISHER ROD DOSS, IN THE MAYOR’S OFFICE, OCT. 3, 2024. (PHOTO BY ROB TAYLOR JR.) It’s hard to say “New Pittsburgh Courier” without saying “Rod Doss.” When the “Pittsburgh Courier” became the “New Pittsburgh Courier” after John H. Sengstacke purchased the newspaper in 1966, the Courier’s offices, which originally were in the […] The post [Rod Doss receives mayor’s ‘Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award’](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/13/rod-doss-receives-mayors-distinguished-lifetime-achievement-award/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).
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From the Atlanta Tribune: Atlanta Business League Celebrates 40th Annual Super Tuesday Event (October 10, 2024, Atlanta, GA) — October is significant for hundreds of Black women business owners and professionals in the Atlanta area. For the past 40 years, the Atlanta Business League has celebrated their achievements by hosting a day-long conference designed for learning and networking. On […] The post [Milestone Achieved For Atlanta-Based Black Businesswomen’s Conference](https://atlantatribune.com/2024/10/13/milestone-achieved-for-atlanta-based-black-businesswomens-conference/) appeared first on [Atlanta Tribune](https://atlantatribune.com).