Maryland officials announced a settlement with Cracker Barrel resolving allegations that students with autism from Dr. James Craik Elementary School faced discrimination during a 2024 visit to the company’s Waldorf restaurant. Under the agreement, Cracker Barrel will pay $75,000 to affected students, donate to school programs, and revise its public accommodation policies nationwide to comply with disability rights laws.
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Associated Black Charities announces the state of Black America: A national virtual revival for faith leaders, activists and community
Associated Black Charities will host a national virtual revival that will unite faith leaders, activists and community members in a call for renewed purpose and justice. Attendees nationwide will join ABC in renewing their commitment to justice and will answer a collective call to action for a more equitable future.
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Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B to host Baltimore County Executive candidates town hall
By Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B On behalf of the Executive Committee and under the leadership of Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, the Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B proudly announces the upcoming Baltimore County “County Executive Candidates” Town Hall — a vital civic engagement event designed to connect Baltimore County residents with the individuals seeking to lead the county’s […]
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B.E. Spirits Awards Gala to celebrate Black excellence at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
By The B.E. Spirits Awards On Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, leaders, entrepreneurs and visionaries from across the nation will gather for the B.E. Spirits Awards Black Tie Gala, an unforgettable evening of elegance, culture and empowerment at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort and Spa in Cambridge, Md. The B.E. Spirits Awards is […]
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African American sorority makes history again with first chapter in Puerto Rico
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has chartered its first-ever chapter in Puerto Rico, marking the organization’s historic expansion into a Spanish-speaking Latin American region. The new Alpha Delta Nu Omega Chapter, based in San Juan, will continue the sorority’s mission of service by supporting women, children, and families across the island, beginning with projects addressing childhood hunger and disaster preparedness.
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Free Halloween weekend Lyft rides throughout Greater Washington prevent drunk driving
By Washington Regional Alcohol Program Preparing to combat that time of year when, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than one-third (39 percent, 2022) of U.S. traffic deaths involve drunk drivers, a local nonprofit organization announced today that free safe rides will be offered to would-be drunk drivers throughout the Washington-metropolitan […]
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Speak Sell Shine spotlights 2025 top speakers, mentors and rising voices
By Speakers Magazine The spotlight was bright, the applause thunderous and the excellence undeniable on Oct. 7 as Speakers Magazine and Speak Sell Shine hosted the 2025 Top Speakers Awards at the legendary Howard Theatre. Founded by Speakers Magazine publisher and publicity strategist Pam Perry, the annual event recognizes professional speakers who inform, inspire and […]
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The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System is hosting more than 50 programs to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring music, art, dance, literature, and film from Mexico, Central and South America, Spain, Portugal, and the wider Hispanic diaspora.
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Maryland Guard unveils WWII mural, honors Maryland 400 heroes
By Maryland Military Department The Maryland Military Department will honor the Maryland National Guard’s long tradition of service to the state and nation with a historic World War II mural unveiling and a Maryland 400 dedication ceremony during the reopening of the Maryland Museum of Military History, located at the Fifth Regiment Armory, on Sept. […]
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Reading, writing and road rules: AAA offers lesson in back-to-school traffic safety
As schools in D.C. and Maryland reopen for the 2025–26 academic year, AAA is reminding motorists, parents, students, and bicyclists to stay alert and follow traffic safety rules to keep children safe. With increased congestion around schools, risks posed by distracted driving, red-light running, and improper bus passing are heightened. AAA highlights state laws, offers safety tips for bus riders, pedestrians, bicyclists, and parents handling drop-offs and pick-ups, and stresses vigilance to prevent avoidable tragedies.
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Baltimore Community Foundation’s Black Philanthropy Circle hits $1 million milestone in support for Black communities
Baltimore Community Foundation highlights its impact during Black Philanthropy Month. In just four years, the BCF’s Black Philanthropy Circle has directed $1 million in grants to Black-led and Black-serving nonprofits, advancing equity and opportunity across Greater Baltimore.
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Virginia man convicted in brutal slaying of Maryland woman, his ex-girlfriend
Kevin Derr, 51, has been convicted of first-degree murder and other charges for the April 2024 stabbing death of his former girlfriend, 47-year-old Wendolyn McKoy, in Prince George’s County, Md. Prosecutors say Derr lay in wait, forced McKoy into her home, and stabbed her 78 times in front of a minor; he faces life without parole when sentenced in November.