Sean Yoes The day after Muhammad Ali died on June 3, I heard Dr. Harry Edwards, the famed sociologist and author of, “The Revolt of the Black Athlete,” speaking about Ali’s legacy on ESPN say, “`Greatest’ doesn’t really capture him, it’s not big enough.” Edwards took the words right out of my mouth, out of […]
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As the Harlem Wizards Come to Town, Crafting a Fantasy All Time Baltimore NBA Team
The Harlem Wizards will play at Coppin State University on June 11. (Courtesy Photo) The Harlem Wizards traveling hoops team will grace Baltimore with an appearance at Coppin State University on June 11. The team boasts an impressive roster of basketball vets, including several former Harlem Globetrotters and college basketball stars. It’s been more than […]
Posted inCommentary
Policing in Our Communities
John R. Hawkins III What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “policing in our community?” I admit the term “…our communities” is a nebulous term in that African American communities vary from the most affluent to the absolute least affluent and under-served. Given the diversity of our communities, one issue of importance and […]
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A Call to Community for Affordable Healthcare
Congressman Elijah Cummings The presidential and congressional election campaigns this year are not the only arenas in which President Obama’s healthcare legacy is at stake. Here in Baltimore and across America, our movement to expand access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for every American continues — and we each have an important part to play. Three […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Harford County Detention Center Chaplain Indicted After Sex Offense Charges
The Rev. Kennis Rolle, Sr. is facing charges sexually abused female inmates in the Harford County Detention Center, where he was the chaplain. (Harford County Sheriff’s Office) A chaplain at the Harford County Detention Center has been charged with second degree assault, fourth degree sex offense and misconduct in office, according to police. The Rev. […]
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House Speaker Paul Ryan: Party Politics “Trumps” Racisim
“Ryan, the Speaker of the House Republican Congressman from Wisconsin, blasted Trump this week, saying Trump’s criticism of a judge because of his ethnic background are “the textbook definition of racist comments.” “I regret these comments that he made,” Ryan said. “Saying a person can’t do their job because of their race is sort of […]
Posted inBaltimore News
AFRO’s Clean/Green Block Comes Back with a Blast
On June 4, members and leaders of about 20 community associations and organizations gathered at the headquarters of the Afro-American Newspapers to announce the reboot of the AFRO Clean Block Campaign in conjunction with the AFRO and the Department of Public Works (DPW). Jake Oliver CEO and publisher of the AFRO said “We are excited. […]
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Son Allegedly Shoots Own Father at Sandtown Winchester Funeral
Antonio Addison allegedly shot his father while attending his brother’s funeral. (Baltimore Police Department) What was meant to be a celebration of life for Antonio Addison, 22 , who was gunned down last month on the streets of West Baltimore, turned into almost the same scene, however, this time it was inside of a church. […]
Posted inPrince George's County News
Program to Steer Youth Away from Prison
Prince George’s County recently introduced a new program that promotes skills training and behavioral modification over imprisonment. (Courtesy photo) A new Prince George’s County initiative hopes to steer first-time youth offenders charged with drug crimes, from incarceration to education and work programs. The Back on Track pilot program, based on a San Francisco model, moves […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
AFRO Endorsements for D.C. Council
AFRO endorses Vincent Orange for the At-large Council Seat. The AFRO sent questionnaires to candidates in the D.C. Council At-large, Ward 7 and Ward 8 races. After evaluating the responses from the contestants in each of these contests, the paper has decided to endorse the candidates in the following races: The AFRO endorses D.C. Council member Vincent […]
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Andrews Emerges as Todd’s Chief Foe
Leon T. Andrews is a Ward 4 candidate for the D.C. Council. (AFRO File Photo) D.C. Council member Brandon Todd, an ally of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, is fighting a tougher than expected battle to keep his Ward 4 seat from a former opponent. The Democratic Party primary is June 14. Leon T. Andrews Jr., who competed […]
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Black D.C. Republicans: What About Trump?
Donald Trump is the presumptive GOP nominee for president. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey) Black District Republicans aren’t excited about their presumptive presidential nominee and don’t plan to push District statehood at their national convention next month. The Republican National Convention will be held in Cleveland from July 18-21 at the Quicken Loans Arena but some District […]
