
Saturday, August 23, 2025


Howard University president announces departure
By Ashleigh Fields Special to the AFRO Dr. Ben Vinson III will soon depart from […]


Del. Malcolm Ruff, activist Crystal Jackson Parker announce 2026 bids for Maryland General Assembly seats
By Tashi McQueen AFRO Staff Writer tmcqueen@afro.com State Del. Malcolm P. Ruff (D-District 41) and […]


Target CEO to step down amid company struggles
Boycott leader doubts leadership change will address DEI concerns By Anne D’InnocenzioAP Business Writer NEW […]


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The Black Press, public media, and press freedom: We must restore these cornerstones of a functioning democracy
By Shavon Arline-Bradley and Ja’Lia Taylor There is no democracy without a free press. That […]


SFC (Ret.) Willie Cummings dies at age 98
SFC (Ret.) Willie R. Cummings, a 98-year-old veteran of the US Army, passed away on […]


Pimlico demolition underway, redevelopment to boost Park Heights
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Staff Writertmcqueen@afro.com Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) and first lady Dawn Moore […]
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