President Trump’s administration has introduced policies that undo environmental protections, including the confirmation of Lee Zeldin as the 17th EPA administrator, which threatens the rights of millions of Americans to clean air, water, and energy.
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Posted inENVIRONMENT
PRESS ROOM: Broadmead awarded Level II accreditation by ArbNet Accreditation Program
Broadmead, a Life Plan community in Cockeysville, Md., has received Level II accreditation by ArbNet Accreditation Program for its 94-acre arboretum, recognizing its commitment to sustainability and conservation.
Posted inMaryland News
PRESS ROOM: Delegate Ashanti Martinez introduces resolution affirming Maryland’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusionÂ
Delegate Ashanti Martinez has introduced a House Joint Resolution reaffirming Maryland’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, emphasizing its importance for promoting opportunity and shared success for all Marylanders.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
PRESS ROOM: American Black Film Festival Honors announces 2025 honorees and show date of February 17
ABFF Honors will honor Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Giancarlo Esposito and Keke Palmer for their contributions to the motion picture and television industry, hosted by Zainab Johnson at the SLS hotel in Beverly Hills, CA.
Posted inCivil Rights
PRESS ROOM: Rev. Al Sharpton and NAN announce major MLK Day mobilization to defend Dr. King’s legacy as second Trump term nearsÂ
Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network will lead a series of events in Washington, DC and New York City during the week of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday to rally for a defense in the fight for DEI, voting rights, civil liberties and beyond.
Posted inHealth
PRESS ROOM: Maryland Department of Health extends moratorium on new enrollments of select provider types
The Maryland Department of Health has extended the pause on new enrollments into the Maryland Medicaid Program of certain provider types until July 2025 to address potential fraud, waste, and abuse.
Posted inEducation
CCG to host 39th BEYA STEM Conference with MPT and AFRO News as media sponsors By Career Communications Group
The 39th BEYA STEM Conference will be held in Baltimore from February 13-15, 2025, with Maryland Public Television and the AFRO American Newspaper serving as media sponsors, aiming to amplify the conference’s mission of inspiring and empowering individuals from underrepresented communities in STEM fields.
Posted inTech
PRESS ROOM: Greater Baltimore Committee and UpSurge Baltimore join forces to accelerate innovation and foster regional collaboration
The Greater Baltimore Committee and UpSurge Baltimore have announced their intention to combine their efforts under the GBC umbrella in 2025, in order to strengthen the region’s tech and innovation ecosystem, foster collaboration, and drive economic growth.
Posted inMental Health
PRESS ROOM: Reeds Fund evens the playing field with a scholarship fund
Reeds Fund has launched the 2024-2025 application for the Roxanne L. Reeds Scholarship Fund, which will award three $1,000 scholarships to talented and deserving autistic students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Posted inAfro Newspaper
PRESS ROOM: AFRO named to Inner City 100 List for second straight year
The AFRO has been named a winner of the Inner City 100 Awards for the second consecutive year, recognizing the 100 fastest growing businesses in underserved communities, and expanding their Digital Billboard Network and digitizing their archives to make Black history more accessible.
Posted inMaryland News
PRESS ROOM: Celebrate Maryland’s rich history and heritage at Maryland Day Weekend 2025
Maryland Day Weekend, set for March 21-23, 2025, will feature over 40 events across Anne Arundel County, celebrating the area’s rich cultural and historical stories, with activities ranging from visits to preserved parks and farms to art exhibits and historic sites.
Posted inBaltimore News
PRESS ROOM: Lt. Richard Collins Day of Service at Strength to Love II Farm in West BaltimoreÂ
Over 200 students and veterans from four universities, ROTC cadets and veterans from The Mission Continues, and the parents of 2nd Lieutenant Richard Collins III will participate in “The Day of Service” on December 7 in remembrance of Collins and recognition of his 31st birthday.