The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and the Black Women’s Roundtable released the 10th Annual Power of the Sister Vote Poll on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, revealing that nearly half of Black women say they are paid less than white coworkers and are increasingly worried about job security and rising costs. The survey also found growing concern over protecting Social Security, Medicaid, voting rights and ending discrimination, with advocates calling for policy changes to close the wage gap.
Author Archives: D. Kevin McNeir
Special to the NNPA from The Miami Times
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland voters oust incumbent, choose Will Milam to lead the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
Will Milam won the Democratic primary for Montgomery County Sheriff with 65 percent of the vote and is scheduled to be sworn into office in early December 2026.
Posted inNEWS
Hate crime charges filed after intruder confronts Craig Melvin at ‘Today’ show
NBC “Today” co-host Craig Melvin was unharmed after an intruder breached security at 30 Rockefeller Center, allegedly confronted him while searching for Al Roker and shouted a racial slur before being arrested on hate crime charges. The incident has renewed concerns about the safety of journalists and the disproportionate harassment Black reporters and broadcasters often face while doing their jobs.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Southeast D.C. youth perform a ‘Blacks in Wax’ encore at the National Archives
Scholars from the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center’s “Blacks in Wax” program performed monologues honoring iconic African-American leaders at the National Archives to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. group brings Black women from the Civil War era to life
FREED (Female RE-Enactors of Distinction) is a non-profit organization of Black women who portray Black women from the Civil War era to honor their stories and contributions to the Union cause.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Marvin James, senior advisor for Baltimore Office of the Mayor, joins Martin-Lauer Associates
Marvin James, former Chief of Staff for Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott, has accepted a position as an equity partner with Baltimore-based firm Martin-Lauer Associates, where he will use his skills and relationships to provide strategies for those vested in politics.
Posted inHealth
Black voices underscore the lifesaving value of regular HIV testing
As Americans observe National HIV Testing Day 2026, health advocates are encouraging routine HIV testing to promote early diagnosis, treatment and prevention, particularly in Black communities that continue to face disproportionate health disparities. Black men living with HIV and community leaders stressed that knowing one’s status, practicing safe sex and increasing public awareness are essential to reducing stigma and improving long-term health outcomes.
Posted inBlack History
NMAAHC celebration honors ‘Grandmother of Juneteenth,’ Opal Lee while inspiring a new generation
The National Museum of African American History and Culture marked Juneteenth with a day of storytelling, music, cultural activities and conversations about freedom, while paying tribute to Opal Lee and her role in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. Families from across the country visited the museum to deepen their understanding of Black history, with parents, educators and community leaders emphasizing the importance of passing that history to younger generations.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Documentary Film Festival returns to D.C. with lineup of untold Black stories
The fourth annual DC/DOX Film Festival brought dozens of documentaries to Washington, D.C., highlighting untold Black stories, historical struggles and cultural achievements. From the children of Black Panther Party leaders reflecting on their upbringing to Questlove’s exploration of Earth, Wind & Fire’s enduring legacy, the festival used film to spark dialogue, deepen understanding and celebrate resilience.
Posted inD.C. Events
Capital Pride Parade draws thousands to D.C. streets
Thousands of LGBTQ+ community members and allies gathered in Washington, D.C., on June 20 for the 2026 Capital Pride Parade, celebrating identity, visibility and unity while advocating for equal rights. Parade participants, including grand marshal Monroe Alise, emphasized the importance of self-love, community support and continued resistance against efforts to roll back LGBTQ+ protections.
Posted inD.C. Events
Documentary Film Festival returns to D.C. with lineup of untold Black stories
The fourth annual DC/DOX Film Festival brought dozens of documentaries to Washington, D.C., highlighting untold Black stories, historical struggles and cultural achievements. From the children of Black Panther Party leaders reflecting on their upbringing to Questlove’s exploration of Earth, Wind & Fire’s enduring legacy, the festival used film to spark dialogue, deepen understanding and celebrate resilience.
Posted inD.C. Government
Janesse Lewis George wins decisively in Democratic primary for D.C. mayor
By D. Kevin McNeir Special to the AFRO On June 16, in what many described as one of the most significant elections in the city’s history, Washington, D.C. voters overwhelmingly chose Ward 4 Councilmember Janesse Lewis George, a Democratic Socialist, as the Democratic candidate for mayor. Political pundits had predicted that with the District implementing ranked-choice […]
