By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com The much anticipated 2024 Maryland General Assembly commenced on Jan. 10. Though the first day is largely ceremonial, hundreds of pieces of legislation have already […]
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Maryland Black Caucus’s legislative agenda includes criminal justice reform and health
By Brian WitteThe Associated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Black Maryland lawmakers highlighted a package of measures on Jan. 18 that they are prioritizing to improve health, access to housing, […]
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Gov. Wes Moore lays out his 2024 juvenile justice and public safety initiatives
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com After much anticipation, Gov. Wes Moore (D) announced his “aggressive” all-of-government approach to public safety, through his legislative priorities for 2024. Moore recently announced three […]
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Former Maryland state elections board member arrested on Jan. 6 insurrection crimes
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Carlos Ayala, newly resigned member of the Maryland State Board of Elections, was arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges related to his conduct during the […]
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Year in review: A look at Brooke Lierman’s first year as comptroller of Maryland
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com As Brooke Lierman’s first year as comptroller comes to a close, the AFRO reflects on her accomplishments and goals as Maryland’s chief financial officer and […]
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Gov. Wes Moore wraps up inaugural year as first Black leader of Maryland
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Gov. Wes Moore (D) became the first Black man to lead the state of Maryland on Jan. 18, becoming only the third Black governor to […]
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New Maryland laws you should know about in 2024
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Though many new laws from the 2023 session of the Maryland General Assembly took effect in July and October, some will not apply until 2024. […]
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Harry Dunn, officer who defended the US Capitol on Jan. 6, is running for Congress in Maryland
By Brian WitteThe Associated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A former police officer who defended the U.S. Capitol against rioters on Jan. 6 announced Jan. 5 he is running for […]
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Baltimore Schools see gains on Maryland School Report Card in 2023
By AFRO Staff Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) made significant strides in 2023, with 39 of its institutions improving the ratings earned on the annual Maryland School Report Card. […]
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Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges on federal lands and in Washington
By Zeke MillerThe Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden pardoned thousands of people who were convicted of use and simple possession of marijuana on federal lands and in […]
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Councilmember Ingrid Watson holds community forum on crime
By Reginald WilliamsSpecial to the AFRO More than 200 Prince George’s County citizens filled the Bowie State University’s Student Center Ballroom on Nov. 28 to partake in the community forum […]
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White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre highlights president’s commitment to Black community in exclusive interview
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia (NNPA NEWSWIRE) — In an exclusive telephone interview, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre underscored President Biden’s unwavering commitment to addressing the […]