We began in 2022 with a commitment to equip Black communities with trustworthy, meaningful journalism. We’re relatively new, but the idea behind Capital B is not. Our roots go deep. Freedom’s Journal, the first Black newspaper in the country, began publishing in New York City in 1827. The paper, born in response to the racist […]
Lauren Williams
Lauren Williams is the CEO and co-founder of Capital B. Twitter @laurenwilliams
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Why It’s the Right Time for a Capital B
Welcome to Capital B. We’re so pleased to debut our national site and our first local site, Capital B Atlanta, and to witness the realization of our big idea: bringing high-quality, original reporting to Black audiences across the country. On Capital B Atlanta, you’ll find a feature on Peoplestown, a gentrifying neighborhood where several Black […]
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All About Lauren Williams, CEO & Co-founder
What I do at Capital B As the CEO of Capital B, I’m responsible for making sure we fulfill our mission to serve Black audiences in Atlanta and across the country; provide a healthy, transformative workplace for our journalists and staff; and to constantly find new ways to build and grow a sustainable and innovative […]