By AFRO Staff On Nov. 22 the Kappa Silhouettes held their annual toy drive. For more than a decade the Silhouettes have been a driving force behind the Christmas cheer experienced by families across Baltimore City. Over 100 toys donated by those in attendance. From dolls to art sets and learning games and small keyboards, […]
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Posted inBaltimore News
The AFRO Named Among the Nation’s Top Black News Outlets on Two Feedspot Lists
The AFRO-American Newspapers, the nation’s oldest continuously published Black-owned newspaper still owned by its founding family, has been named to Feedspot’s list of the “45 Best Black News Websites of 2025.” The recognition honors The AFRO’s legacy of trusted journalism and its continued innovation in digital media, storytelling, and community engagement.
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Thousands unite in Baltimore as Morgan State claims homecoming glory
By AFRO Staff Tens of thousands descended upon Morgan State University to attend the annual homecoming parade and football game on Oct. 11. The homecoming activities took place both on and off campus without incident, as a sea of orange and blue washed across the Northeast Baltimore campus. Young and old alike came together in […]
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Missing U.S. Naval Academy midshipman found dead near Annapolis campus
The U.S. Naval Academy announced that Midshipman Second Class Kyle Philbert James, a 20-year-old junior from New Jersey who went missing on Oct. 9, was found dead near the Annapolis campus. Authorities have not released details about the circumstances of his death, which remains under investigation.
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Congressional Black Congress Foundation draws attendees from all walks of life
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference brings together Black legislators and community members to address key issues.
Posted inReligion
Metropolitan United Methodist Church celebrates 200 years
Metropolitan United Methodist Church, a historically Black institution in Baltimore, celebrated its 200th anniversary on September 13, marking two centuries of faith, resilience, and purpose.
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Homegoing services announced for Dr. Earl Richardson
By AFRO Staff Memorial services for Dr. Earl Richardson, ninth president of Morgan State University, will be held Sept. 26-27 in Princess Anne, Md. Richardson, who served at Morgan State’s helm for 26 years, is widely regarded for the institution’s transformation from an undergraduate liberal arts institution into a doctoral research university and for his […]
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Black women and workers lead urgent call to action at CBCF conference
At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 54th Annual Legislative Conference, Black women leaders and labor advocates highlighted the urgent need to defend civic power, public education, and workers’ rights amid rising unemployment and attacks on equity. Panelists called for unity, grassroots organizing, and bold action to secure justice and opportunity for Black communities.
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Kaepernick backs family’s call for truth with independent autopsy in Delta State student’s death
Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed, who was found dead on campus, to help the family find the truth behind his death.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. Public Schools honors lives taken on 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) honored the six students and teachers who were killed in the 9/11 attacks 24 years ago, remembering their bravery and dedication to education.
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Family, city council members call for reform after in-custody death of Dontae Melton Jr.
The family of Dontae Melton Jr. is speaking out against his death in police custody, which was ruled a homicide, and is demanding full disclosure and improved police training on mental health calls.
Posted inMaryland News
Moore and Scott push back against 47th president’s criticism, tout historic crime decreases
Gov. Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott pushed back against White House criticism by pointing to major crime reductions—Maryland homicides are down 20 percent since Moore’s inauguration, while Baltimore is seeing its lowest homicide rate in 50 years. Both leaders credit data-driven strategies, law enforcement and community partnerships for the historic progress.