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FULL RIGHTS: A crowd gathered outside Plaza Fiesta to protest President Trump's immigration policy and demand "full rights for all immigrants."
Protesters gather along Buford Highway for “A Day Without Immigrants” protest
Fairlie Mercer and Audrey Lyons • March 4, 2025

RELIGIOUS LAWSUITS: In February, two lawsuits were filed against the Department of Homeland Security.
Local churches sue Department of Homeland Security for removal of Sensitive Places Act
February 28, 2025
The first segment Northwest Trail of the Atlanta Beltline has begun construction as part of a larger study to support historic and cultural preservation activities.
Atlanta Beltline conducts study, prioritizes historic, cultural preservation
February 26, 2025
ORGANIZED DISSENT: On Feb. 5, 2025, protesters gathered at every capitol building in the country to express concern and frustrations with the Trump administration.
Atlanta 50501 protests highlight frustration with first month of Trump administration
February 19, 2025
A TRANFORMATIVE LEADER: In his political career, former president Jimmy Carter left an indelible mark on national education policy and Atlanta education. (Illustration by Nora Crawford)
Former president Jimmy Carter passes, leaves mark on education policy, Atlanta Public Schools
February 11, 2025
Sports
Freshman Grail Johnson plays on the varsity volleyball team. In addition to volleyball, Johnson competes on the varsity basketball and lacrosse teams and potentially tennis.
Junior McKenzie Godfrey (in white) dribbles forward against Decatur on Feb. 6, 2024. Godfrey scored three goals. (Courtesy of Ida Centner)
FLYING FEET: Sophomore Aine Mahony competes in the World Championship in March 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. This was Mahony ’s third time competing at a World Championship. (Courtesy of Aine Mahony)
The 2024 NFL MVP voting. The people who decide the NFL MVP are 49 media members who regularly cover the NFL .
Features
SOARING SENIORS: Seniors Nate Kirkland and Weston Leverette are both currently working on getting their private pilot license. (Courtesy of Weston Leverette)
Seniors Leverette and Kirkland soar to new heights
Lara Hodson and Meredith Bell • March 3, 2025

While most high school students are focused on passing their driver’s tests, seniors Weston Leverette and Nate Kirkland are working towards getting their private...

Sophomore Lydia Berry plays at a Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) concert. (Courtesy of Lydia Berry)
Sophomore Berry finds meaning in music, excels as cellist
February 27, 2025
SAVING LIVES: Co-Founders of Midtown Knights for the Fight junior Ava Anderson (left) and sophomore Kai Chen (right) are pictured at the LLS Visionary Event.
LLS Chapter funds cancer research, prompts action
February 20, 2025
KSU geography professor Dr. Vanessa Slinger-Friedman, who runs the food forest, educates a group of Midtown photography students on the benefits of a food forest. (Courtesy of Arden Henley)
Kennesaw State prioritizes sustainability through food forest
February 17, 2025
STUDENT SONGS: Midtown students participate in the Jan. 9 workshop with professional recording artist David Ryan Harris. These workshops offer feedback for students to help them build skills.
First songwriting workshops and competition drive creative collaboration
February 14, 2025
Opinion
PRISON CONVICTIONS: Georgia's average conviction far exceeds the national average, in order to combat this Georgia needs to look at the root of the problem.
Georgia’s prison conviction rates far exceed national average, requires change
Oliver Grosse • March 3, 2025

Across the U.S., an average of 614 people per year are convicted to spend time in a state or federal prison. In Georgia however, the average is 881 people, 267 more...

Head to Head: Should presidential power be curbed in final months?
Head to Head: Should presidential power be curbed in final months?
February 28, 2025
CAPPED OFF: Atlanta's urban center is currently divided by the downtown connector, but with plans to cover the highway, Atlanta's downtown could be transformed for the better.
Atlanta’s Stitch Project crucial for improving urban environment, integration
February 26, 2025
The COVID-19 pandemic damaged many musicians' performance confidence. Although studies have shown that general anxiety in the U.S. has reverted to normal levels post-pandemic, performance anxiety for classical musicians remains high.
Online auditions combat pandemic-induced performance anxiety
February 21, 2025
The Trump administration's restrictions on reproductive health make it more vital than ever that young people receive a thorough sexual education.
Trump presidency increases need for sexual education classes in high school curriculum
February 19, 2025
News Briefs
School safety legislation passes in Georgia House
March 5, 2025
Georgia Promise Scholarship opens Mar. 1
March 3, 2025
Trump issues deadlines for colleges to remove DEI programs
February 28, 2025
Trending Stories
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Bronny James, son of Lebron James, is one of the highest paid college athletes, signing a $6.4 million dollar NIL deal with companies like Nike and Beats by Dre. James is only 19 years old and is a freshman guard at The University of Southern California.

NIL deals are ruining college athletics

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COUNTING DOWN: One of the notable names among Biden's numerous final-day pardons is Dr. Anthony Fauci. Such a move serves as an important roadblock in preventing any persecution of Dr. Fauci by the Trump administration.

Biden makes final actions, pardons Dr. Fauci

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ORGANIZED DISSENT: On Feb. 5, 2025, protesters gathered at every capitol building in the country to express concern and frustrations with the Trump administration.

Atlanta 50501 protests highlight frustration with first month of Trump administration

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SENSITIVE PLACES: Under the Trump administration, ICE is now allowed to raid sensitive places, including churches, schools and hospitals.

Atlanta deportations surge in early stages of Trump presidency

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PRISON CONVICTIONS: Georgia's average conviction far exceeds the national average, in order to combat this Georgia needs to look at the root of the problem.

Georgia's prison conviction rates far exceed national average, requires change

Sports Briefs
Girls lacrosse falls to Chamblee
March 4, 2025
Boys basketball loses to Westminster
February 25, 2025
Girls basketball falls in Sweet Sixteen
February 24, 2025
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Multimedia
Experiences of living with gluten sensitivity, celiac disease
Cate Barton
Student Life Briefs
Women’s History Film Series 3/7
March 5, 2025
United Pools Lunchtime Recruitment 3/8
March 3, 2025
Job Fair Feb. 28
February 28, 2025
Humans of Midtown
Ball leaves her daily lacrosse practice
Thompson smiles at lunch before heading to class.
French teacher Anne Holzhausen wears scarf she knitted.
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