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The issue of minority participation, or a noticeable lack of it, in state contracts came to light during legislative discussion of the $1 billion spending measure to fund transportation fixes. The Georgia Chamber president and CEO pledged to work with lawmakers to boost such participation in state contracting. Today, he writes an essay that outlines ways the issue is already being addressed. Other guest writers weigh in on the topic, too.

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Why U.S. should celebrate National DEI Day: A new unity and freedom holiday

National DEI Day was founded by Carpe Acqua DEI, a water brand, on Juneteenth 2025 to celebrate American diversity and encourage unity and freedom.

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Ex-Atlanta Falcon: Underutilized diversion center keeps people out of jail

There are severe disparities in the criminal justice system and people who should be getting treatment and services are being sent to jail instead, which does not solve crime.

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Why U.S. should celebrate National DEI Day: A new unity and freedom holiday

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Ex-Atlanta Falcon: Underutilized diversion center keeps people out of jail

Georgia has been good to Hyundai. The company is committed to the Peach State.

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Fani Willis loses last chance to stay at the helm of Trump Georgia election interference case

Georgia's top court declines to hear Fani Willis appeal in Trump case, meaning she can no longer pursue the election interference case.

Investigator: Ex-APD officer raped woman on duty, returned when she called 911

Fulton County Magistrate Judge Todd Ashley ruled there was enough evidence for the case to proceed against former officer Muhammad Muhammad.

Cobb County agency green lights tax break for Home Depot’s $140M project

The Development Authority of Cobb County voted 6-0 to give initial approval for Home Depot's request Tuesday but didn't disclose the property tax savings the company sought.