November 2025

Morehouse student charged with aggravated assault and terroristic acts after alleged strangling

Joshua Bass1 day ago1 day ago05 mins

ATLANTA, GA – Matthew Gonzales Forestine, 21, a senior computer science major, is facing charges of aggravated assault and terroristic threats and acts, Fulton County records show. The charges stem from an incident, captured in a now-viral video. The footage, posted to TikTok and accompanied by a viewer warning label, shows the Morehouse College senior strangling a Clark Atlanta University student. The student, Kayla Bryant, identified herself as the victim in a social media post…

Viral video shows Clark Atlanta student being strangled by Morehouse student

Joshua Bass3 days ago2 days ago03 mins

A Clark Atlanta University student says a Morehouse College student strangled her outside The Legacy at Centennial Apartments, sparking outrage across Atlanta’s HBCU community after video of the altercation circulated on TikTok. The incident prompted statements from both institutions. Kayla Bryant, a junior at Clark Atlanta, posted the footage along with a video describing the attack. In…

NY Club, SGA host Thanksgiving Sandwich Run

Freddrell Green4 days ago4 days ago02 mins

The Morehouse College New York Club and Student Government Association hosted the second annual Thanksgiving Sandwich Run on Saturday morning, continuing their commitment to serving Atlanta’s homeless community. Registered Student Organizations across the Atlanta University Center prepared 476 sandwich bags, giving thanks through service ahead of the holiday. As Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits…

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s SNAP ruling: Here’s what it really means

Brandt Stewart1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

When news broke that Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson granted the Trump administration’s request for a temporary stay in the battle over the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP benefits, the internet erupted. Many assumed she sided with withholding aid. But that interpretation misses the full picture. Justice Jackson’s move was not an endorsement…

Finally Over It by Summer Walker: A Musician’s Perspective

Jouvence Benoit1 week ago02 mins

On Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, Grammy Award–winning recording artist and Atlanta native Summer Walker released her fourth studio album, Finally Over It, a long-awaited project that doesn’t disappoint. It upholds her reputation for strong songwriting, production and collaboration while showcasing her growth as she stays rooted in R&B yet expands into a wider musical palette. This album showcases Walker’s…

Stardust: The Rebirth of Danny Brown

Darius Jones1 week ago1 week ago02 mins

Danny Brown has crash-landed into listeners once again with his new album, Stardust. A Return That Feels Like Re-Entry Danny Brown, an American rapper known for pioneering modern experimental hip-hop, has consistently pushed the boundaries of flow and production. In past albums like Atrocity Exhibition and Quaranta, he blended off-kilter beats with sharp humor and manic energy. Stardust does the same….

Love in full color: Queer AUC couples redefine representation and visibility

Myles Chapman2 weeks ago1 week ago06 mins

In the heart of the Atlanta University Center, love blooms in many forms. For generations, the AUC, home to Morehouse, Spelman and Clark Atlanta, has been celebrated for cultivating Black excellence. But for queer students, that journey toward excellence often includes the task of carving out space where love can exist freely and authentically. Across…

Atlanta is the next stop for the NWSL

Tyler Lewis2 weeks ago5 days ago02 mins

On Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) announced that one of its new expansion teams will head to Atlanta. The club comes with a record-breaking expansion fee of $165 million. It becomes the league’s 17th franchise and will feature star players such as Sophia Smith, Trinity Rodman and Barbra Banda. The…

AUC advocates: New address means a new vote

Ivana Harris2 weeks ago1 week ago03 mins

It was here where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. walked the grounds of Morehouse College and honed his voice, forming a legacy that transformed suffrage into enfranchisement. Yet, today, this very legacy risks being undermined by one of the simplest governmental hindrances: a change of address. For students attending Atlanta University Center (AUC) schools, the…

Smashing mental health

Hunter Ford2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

To address Black men’s mental health, the Morehouse College Freshman Class Council hosted the “Play and Laugh” event Nov. 8 in Archer Hall. The event encouraged relaxation, socialization and gaming education for students across the AUC. It was organized by the Maroon Tiger’s own Marcus Craig, a freshman journalism major. Gameplay as a remedy “My…