Why Big Boi was giving away free $750 bikes

Legendary Outkast emcee partners with local organizations to reward middle school students for grades and attendance.

Travis Barber of 1 Mo ?; Jannora Gamble, school social worker; rapper Big Boi; and Lamont Johnson, of 1 Mo ?, laugh during a bike giveaway at Kipp Ways Academy middle school in Atlanta on Monday, December 9, 2024. For the second year in a row Bear Strong partnered with Specialized bikes and Senoia bike shop to award middle school children who have been recognized by their school as most improved, and great attendance. (Arvin Temkar / AJC) (arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Nikki Giovanni and the literary artists she inspired in Atlanta

Nikki Giovanni, a gifted storyteller who influenced a generation of writers and poets, died Monday at 81. Throughout Atlanta, writers and artists reflect on her legacy.

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Too late to sue? Ga. high court to decide time limit on hair relaxer health claims

A ruling could affect hundreds of cases in Georgia alleging the prolonged use of hair relaxing products causes health problems, including cancer.

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Georgia State launching artificial intelligence training program with OpenAI-backed group

Georgia State University will work with the nonprofit Operation HOPE on a new AI training program for students from underserved communities, primarily in Atlanta's south side.

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No-alcohol mocktails gather more fans and new ingredients now legal in Georgia

As folks are trying to reduce their alcohol consumption, a trend toward sober bars has emerged in Atlanta, some offering THC- and CBD-infused beverages, now legal in Georgia

Food & Entertainment

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Big Boi will headline Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve Peach Drop

Big Boi will headline the event at Underground Atlanta on New Year's Eve, with additional performances by Neon Trees, RES and other local artists. Events start at 4 p.m.

Jamie Foxx, in Netflix special, said a stroke almost killed him in Atlanta

Jamie Foxx provides fresh details on his near death experience in Atlanta in 2023 while shooting a Netflix movie "Back in Action."

Meet DreTL, the Georgia State student who won Netflix show ‘Rhythm + Flow’

The 22-year-old rapper and soon-to-be Georgia State University graduate won Season Two of the Netflix reality series “Rhythm + Flow.”

Jay-Z, accused in suit of raping minor with Sean Combs, calls it blackmail

Fashion

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Atlanta’s Black-owned beauty brands seek stability and community

While Black beauty founders say they benefit from Atlanta’s reputation as a founder-friendly city, many are still fighting against systemic challenges.

This Atlanta-based historian is on a mission to make fashion more diverse

With new book and publishing house, Shelby Ivey Christie wants children to know about the likes of Dapper Dan and June Ambrose

Polo program exposes young Black men to sport of kings

Miguel Wilson, the founder of the B.E.S.T. Academy Polo team, is on a mission to a introduce young Black men from Atlanta to the sport.

FUBU and Coogi’s runway resurgence headlines Atlanta Fashion Week

Return of iconic brand, FUBU, highlights annual event taking place from Oct. 2-7.

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Mike Jordan is senior editor at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Black culture brand, UATL.

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Christopher A. Daniel is a Black Culture reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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Gavin Godfrey is a senior reporter for the AJC who covers Black culture, entertainment, and diversity.

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