Helena Hicks, Ph.D., a distinguished Baltimore activist and civil rights leader, died on April 18 at the age of 88, leaving a legacy of fighting for civil rights and justice for African Americans.
Author Archives: Catherine Pugh Special to the AFRO
AFRO Exclusive: P.G. County Executive Angela Alsobrooks responds to office break-in
By Catherine Pugh Special to the AFRO An office of Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks’ was broken into on April 5. The office is located at 8455 Colesville Road […]
Baltimore residents attend annual legislative evening in Annapolis
Maryland State Sen. Antonio Hayes and Delegates Marlon Amprey and Melissa Wells invited over 100 Baltimore residents to “An Evening in Annapolis with District 40” to learn about the work their representatives are doing in the General Assembly on their behalf.
Bertha Maxwell-Roddey, education advocate and former Delta Sorority president, dies at 93
By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO Bertha Maxwell-Roddey, 20th national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and pioneering educator, died at her home in Charlotte, North Carolina, on March […]
Maryland legislators honor AFRO Publisher
AFRO-American Newspapers publisher, Rev. Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, was surprised by the Maryland State legislature with the Maryland First Citizen’s Award, the highest honor given by the Senate.
A purpose fulfilled: Honoring the work of comedian and community activist Pamela “Ms. Maybelle” Leak
By Catherine Pugh Special to the AFRO Pamela Renee Leak, known on stage as comedian Ms. Maybelle, as a philanthropist and a community activist, died February 29, bringing tears to […]
Rodney Orange Sr. dies at age 81
By Catherine PughSpecial to the AFRO Rodney Orange Sr., born Aug. 23, 1942, passed away suddenly Feb. 15, 2024. “He had health challenges,” said his wife of 63 years, Catherine […]
Commentary: BEYA Conference highlights Black excellence in STEM fields and military
By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO For three days I observed the glorious precision of the Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) Conference that occurred in Baltimore Feb. […]
Supreme Court hears Colorado’s challenge to Trump’s candidacy
By Catherine Pugh Special to the AFRO “No person shall be a Senator or Representative in Congress, or elector of President and Vice President, or hold any office, civil or military […]
Dexter Scott King, son of civil rights legend, dies at 62
By Catherine PughSpecial to the AFRO Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of civil rights leader and icon, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Coretta Scott King, died on Jan. […]
Leading the charge: Gun safety advocate Celeste Iroha speaks on making change after loss
By Catherine PughSpecial to the AFRO Celeste Iroha has been a self-proclaimed activist since the age of 15 years old. “I lost one of my cousins when I was 12 […]
Maryland Legislative Black Caucus hosts 28th Annual Legislative Weekend
By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO On Friday, Nov. 17, the 66-member Maryland Legislative Black Caucus, led by its Chairperson Del. Jheanelle Wilkins (D-Md.-20) held six virtual workshops during […]