Atlanta Voters United Partners with Ludacris On Youth Voter Registration Drive

Celebrity basketball game at Morehouse College Feb. 2.

Decatur Delegate Hopes Ga. Will Turn Blue

Steve Perkins will be an at-large delegate at the Democratic National Convention.

Updated Labor Day Week Garbage Pickup Schedule

Take note of the day for your street's trash pickup.

MARTA Operating Through Labor Day

Going to events this weekend? Consider taking MARTA.

Mayor Reed on Meet the Press is Not Impressed with Paul Ryan as VP Pick

Mayor Reed receives national attention on Meet the Press.

Rev. Jasper Williams Launches the "99 1/2 Won’t Do Project” to Mobilize Churches and Voters

Rev. Jasper Williams says 99 and a half is not enough, we need 100% voter participation.

GA Dept. of Labor's MLK Office to Remain Closed, Except for Mandatory Workshops

Due to a busted water pipe, the GA Dept. of Labor's MLK office will be closed all week.

Rev. Jasper Williams Launches the "99 1/2 Won’t Do Project” to Fight Voter Suppression and Low Voter Turnout

The launch is Friday at 1 p.m. at Salem Bible Church.

NPU-T Residents Urged to Identify 5 Properties in Need of Immediate Action by Code Enforcement

There are a number of properties within the community that have become an eye sore, if not worse.

LaDawn Jones Wins District 62 Run-Off Race Against Marvin Arrington Jr.

LaDawn Jones will be the next Georgia House Representative of District 62.

District 62 Run-Off Election - Arrington vs. Jones - Vote Today

Polls are open today within District 62 to find a winner for the GA House of Representatives.

Obama is Right: Government Creates the Jobs

The article below discusses how government provides jobs.

$1 Million later and 5 Months Ahead of Schedule, the Fairburn Rd. Bridge Reopens

The Fairburn Rd. bridge was closed in January for renovations.

East Point Mayor Sued by Resident and has Possible Ethics Violations

An Ethics Officer said that Mayor Pittman violated the city charter.

Flash Poll: Georgia Democrats say Paul Ryan Pick for VP can help Obama Win

A Patch panel of Democratic elected officials and activists say the Ryan pick draws a stronger contrast between presidential candidate Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama.

Early Voting Began this Week for District 62 Run-off Election

Will you vote for Marvin Arrington Jr. or "LBJ" Ladawn Jones to represent District 62 in the Ga House of Representatives?

Mitt Romney Chooses Rep. Paul Ryan as Vice President Running Mate

Mitt Romney announces on Saturday morning who his Vice President running mate will be.

City Council Member Joyce Sheperd to Hold Outdoor Town Hall Meeting on Saturday

Fellowship, fun, and games at Perkerson Park on Saturday.

T-SPLOST: How We Really Voted and Three Things I Took Away

Last week, Metro Atlanta’s voters overwhelmingly rejected the T-SPLOST referendum.

State Sales Tax Holiday Set for Aug. 10-11

For the first time since 2009, Georgia shoppers can avoid paying taxes on back-to-school items.

Letter to Cascade Readers, from Election Winner State Rep. Keisha Waites of District 60

Rep. Keisha Waites show her gratitude for local support in her run for re-election.

Local Election Laws Force Nkromo Kwabena's Green Party Campaign for District 57 to End

Nkromo Kwabena's run for the District 57 race for State House Representative comes to an early end.

Local NAACP Wants Feds to Investigate GDOT for Discrimination

GDOT under fire for possibly discriminating on awarding contracts.

Sales Tax Holiday is Back, Just in Time for School Supplies! Aug. 10-11

For the first time since 2009, Georgia shoppers can avoid paying taxes on back-to-school items.

Marvin Arrington Jr. Has Impressive Lead, But Headed for a Run-Off for State Representative, District 62

Marvin Arrington beat his opponents in the District 62 State Representative race with a healthy margin, but was unable to get over the 50% majority mark.

Rep. Keisha Waites Wins Re-Election Bid

Keisha Sean Waites outshines her competition and returns to represent District 60.

State Senator Donzella James Cruises to a District 35 Victory

Sen. Donzella James wins re-election in a landslide.

Database Error Causes Voting Snafu for District 58 Voters

Fulton County elections officials say only 300 affected; studying what went wrong.

Photos & Video: Voters Along with Mayor Kasim Reed Turnout at Ralph Bunche Middle School and Vote!

Voters young and old turned out to vote on July 31st, 2012.

Voters Head To The Polls

What you need to know about Tuesday's election

Marvin Arrington Jr., Running for District 62 State Rep., Given the Black Voices Spotlight

Marvin Arrington is running for State House in District 62 and was featured in the latest BlackVoices.com Spotlight.

Voters to hear T-SPLOST closing arguments

Most polls show opposition to the 1-cent transportation sales tax referendum has the advantage, but T-SPLOST supporters don't see it that way.

Rep. John Lewis to Spend Election-eve with Local Chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America

Congressman John Lewis will attend a "Teach-In & Prayer Vigil " for Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 883, Inc.

Michael Johnson, Running Against John Lewis, Speaks out on Gun Laws Following the Colorado Massacre

Michael Johnson, candidate for the 5th District, says we need stricter Gun Laws.

Rep. Taylor Points to House Leadership Role in District 57 Race

Acknowledging transparency and tax problems, Rashad Taylor says he's a leader in the State House

Any SW Atlanta Women for Obama? Join the Rally Today!

Calling ALL Powerful Women for Obama! (and powerful men too!)

Morrison: Fulton County State Court Judge a 'Once in a Career Opportunity'

Sole practitioner Jane Morrison decided to run when she heard of Judge Brenda Cole’s retirement

Sample Ballots: Get Ready for Tuesday's Primary

Get a refresher on the candidates and issues on the ballot Tuesday. These ballots allow you to see the exact wording of the transportation sales tax question and other issues.

Metro Atlanta’s jobless rate rises to 9.3 percent in June

The unemployment rate last month in metro Atlanta was up seven-tenths of a percentage point from May.

Video: TSPLOST Debate - Sen. Vincent Fort says, "Vote NO, it's a Trick"

The Atlanta NAACP held a debate on the Transportation Referendum for SW Atlanta residents.