Southwest Atlanta Should Occupy, Too

I'm sharing my opinion here. But we want to hear from you. What do you think about the Occupy movement? Take this poll and share your view on Cascade Patch today!

11 Educators May Learn Fate in APS Cheating Scandal Next Week

The first educators being investigated in the CRCT scandal may learn next week whether they'll be stripped of their ability to teach in Georgia, according to local news reports.

Judge Arrington Announces Resignation

Cascade Heights resident Marvin Arrington, Sr., 70, announced his resignation late Thursday from the Fulton County Superior Court. His final months as judge before he leaves in February 2012, will cap 43 years of public service in metro Atlanta.

George Stinney, 14, the Youngest Executed U.S. Death Row Inmate

The debate over the execution of Troy Davis has brought to light the case of a 14-year-old boy executed in 1944 for allegedly murdering two white girls.

Solis Advocates Faith-Based Jobs Training at Cascade UMC Wednesday

U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis and Department of Labor officials shared faith-based and community strategies for reducing the unemployment rate in low- and moderate-income areas Wednesday at Cascade United Methodist Church.

SCLC Co-Founder, Civil Rights Icon Fred Shuttlesworth Dies at 89

Though not as well-known as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other high-profile civil rights leaders, the Birmingham-based powerhouse was a key force in the United States civil rights movement.

U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis to Speak Wednesday at Cascade UMC Jobs Symposium

The United States Secretary of Labor will participate in "On the Front Lines of Getting Americans Back to Work" at Cascade.

Obamas Celebrate 19th Anniversary Today

Happy anniversary to the Obamas who were married 19 years ago today!

MARTA Fares Increase Sunday

Several rates will increase, including the cost of a regular one-way ticket.

Daily PatchCast: City Hall East Evolves, Oakhurst Jazz Night, Dunwoody Pollinator Garden

A round-up of the top headlines from area Patch sites.

Miles Elementary School Teacher Cleared in APS Cheating Scandal

Kiatonya Wormley, among the 178 educators originally implicated in a huge Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal, is one of two now cleared, according to local news reports.

Daily PatchCast: National Achievement Scholars, APD Honors Apoian, Virginia-Highland Makes New York Times

A round-up of the top headlines from area Patch sites.

Daily PatchCast: Midtown's Jane Fonda Film Premiere, Decatur Roundabout, Chamblee Annexation Reaction

Today's top headlines.

Sunday Grab 'N Go Kids Planner

Hammonds House reception Sunday for acclaimed photographer David Johnson and other family-friendly weekend events for Cascade Patchers.

Get Out! Your Weekend Plans Are Here

The long week is over and the weekend is almost here. No plans? Not to worry, Cascade Patch has you covered.

Opinion: Social Media Gave Davis Backers a Rock to Throw at Goliath

This week, southwest Atlanta residents opposed to (and in support of) Troy Davis' execution were heard along with the rest of the world on Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms. So, where do the Davids in this world go from here?

Supreme Court Denies Stay Of Execution In Troy Anthony Davis Case

This image was posted by HuffingtonPost.com photographer John Rudolf at 8:43 p.m. He is outside the Jackson prison where Troy Davis demonstrators are waiting from word from the U.S. Supreme Court.

NPU-I Meeting Tonight

NPU-I meets every 3rd Wednesday at the Adamsville Recreation Center on MLK.

Hundreds Celebrate Xernona Clayton Way

A portion of Baker Street is now Xernona Clayton Way; New plaza also built in honor of media pioneer.

Atlanta Police Unveil Powerful New Surveillance System

Mayor Kasim Reed and Atlanta Police Chief George Turner introduce new crime-fighting technology to Atlanta residents.

Stop the Black Male Violence and Incarceration of Black Men

"This is a life line to a drowning nation of black people. If we do not turn around from the direction we going in; then we are lost as a nation of black people."

Southwest Atlanta Faith, Civil Rights Leaders Pray for Peace in Davis Case

Decision by Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles in death row case expected today.

Legendary Ben Hill Coach William Walker Receives Top City Honor Today

For 40 years, William Walker, Jr., has helped the youth across southwest Atlanta by providing them a place to go and the discipline to succeed. The city council will honor him at 1 p.m. today.

Transportation Penny Tax Hearing Tonight at Atlanta City Hall

Hearing on Atlanta Regional Roundtable's "Investment Act" transportation development plan 6—8 p.m. at Atlanta City Hall.

Inmates Paperback Book Drive 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Today

Noah's Ark Atlanta hopes to collect more than 500 paperback books for inmates on inspiration, motivation and education at the Fulton County jail just north of Simpson.

(Updated) Postal Unions to Protest Cascade, West End Post Office Closings Today

U.S. postal workers across the city with protest proposed branch closings including the Herring Road and Oglethorpe Avenue locations in greater southwest Atlanta.

City Redistricting Information Session Today

The City Council is providing a public information session about the upcoming redistricting changes to the council district lines.

Foreclosure Prevention Fair Today

Fulton County is hosting a free Foreclosure Prevention Fair to help residents in danger of losing their homes because they can no longer afford their mortgages.

Fulton County Employees Enjoy 5k Walk, 10k Run Saturday

New annual event eventually may open to all Fulton County residents.

Reader Poll: Should Atlanta Allow the Sale of Alcohol on Sundays?

Share you view in the comments section of Cascade Patch.

Lewis: Support Obama's Jobs Plan

"I think President Obama delivered a great speech tonight. He reached the soul of America and acknowledged the pain and struggles so many of us are facing." -- John Lewis

New MARTA Fares October 2nd

Fulton County Commissioner Emma Darnell is reminding District 5 residents of the MARTA fare increase next month.

(Update) Inmates Book Drive Now September 17

Noah's Ark Atlanta hopes to collect more than 500 books for inmates on inspiration, motivation and education at the downtown Fulton County jail.

Jobs Plan Concerns Seniors, Too

Because of slow economy senior citizens have returned to work or delayed retirement plans.

2010 Census Shows Labor Force Changing

Here are some interesting figures on the United States workforce.

Letter to Editor: Republicans Want to Take Away Some Voting Rights

"In a campaign supported by the Koch brothers, Republicans are working to prevent millions of Democrats from voting next year." -- Rolling Stone, Aug. 30, 2011

Atlantans Could Vote On Sunday Alcohol Sales Ban

Residents can voice opinion at Tues., Sept. 6, council meeting.

Fulton County Virtual Town Hall Tonight

The Fulton County Citizen Sense Town Hall meeting will utilize Twitter, e-mail and conference calling during a broadcast tonight on Fulton County Government television (FGTV).

Cascade Native One of Obama's "Champions of Change"

Kwanza Fisher, founder of Neighborhood Mathematica, a supplemental math education program for Atlanta students, is one of 11 national youth entrepreneurs honored by the Obama Administration.

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop Tonight in Adamsville Area

Fulton County Housing and Community Development will present another Information session on "How to Prevent Foreclosure" at the Adamsville Collier Heights Branch Library.