U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-Md.-04) has secured $12 million in federal funding for Montgomery County, Md. and Prince George’s County, Md., to assist with a variety of projects including a park-and-ride project, cybersecurity research, and youth justice programs.
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Biden delivers fiery, political 2024 State of the Union Address
President Biden delivered his third State of the Union Address on March 7 and called for the defense of democracy, respect for free and fair elections, and the end of political violence, while Maryland Governor Wes Moore plans to create a Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention in the Maryland Department of Health.
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Six indicted in connection to organized crime spree involving carjackings
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, alongside Baltimore City officials, announced the indictments of six individuals in connection with 80-plus crimes, including participation in a criminal gang, murder and armed carjacking in Baltimore. “We do not tolerate the reckless behavior that plagued our streets and changed innocent lives forever,” […]
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Favorable vote on juvenile justice legislation gets mixed reaction
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The Maryland House of Delegates Judiciary Committee unanimously voted favorably on a major juvenile justice bill, HB 814/SB744, which brought a range of reactions. With Black children making up 77 percent of the children detained in Maryland juvenile jails, this legislation, as it stands, could increase that number, […]
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The Carlton reopens in Reservoir Hill after decades of vacancy
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com After more than 30 years of vacancy, the Carlton has been renovated and reopened to the Reservoir Hill community. “When we invest in projects like this, we make sure that we eliminate vacancy and blight by making things safer,” said Chad Williams, executive director for the West North […]
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Meet Villareal Johnson, the D.C. Council candidate looking to amplify community voices in Ward 7
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Villareal “VJ” Johnson plans to keep community voices at the forefront if elected to the D.C. council member for Ward 7. Johnson is a D.C. native who found his way to community service and hasn’t stopped since. Johnson has been engaging in Ward 7 for about 20 years. “I have […]
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Reps. Dutch Ruppersberger and Steny Hoyer endorse Johnny Olszewski for Congress
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Longtime Congressional Democrats Reps. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-Md.-02) and Steny Hoyer (D-Md.-05) endorsed Baltimore County Executive John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr. (D) for Maryland’s Second Congressional District on Feb. 21. Ruppersberger announced he was retiring from Congress in January, leaving his seat open this election year. “You must move […]
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Ivan Bates announces indictments of five Baltimore City and County police officers in three separate cases
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates announced on Feb. 20 that his Public Trust and Police Integrity Unit has indicted five law enforcement officers with various offenses in three separate cases. “Wearing the badge of law enforcement and protecting and serving the residents of Maryland is an honor and a […]
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Rep. Jim Clyburn steps down from Democratic leadership
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Longtime legislator Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.-6) announced his departure from Democratic leadership on Feb. 14. “I have informed Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.-8) of my intention to step down as assistant democratic leader of the House Democratic Caucus. I am deeply grateful for the confidence my colleagues have placed […]
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Gov. Wes Moore highlights collaboration, crime reduction tactics in 2024 State of the State address
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Gov. Wes Moore (D), Maryland’s first Black Governor, delivered his second State of the State address on Feb.7, highlighting partnership as a way to tackle state initiatives and challenges. “One year ago, we began our work together. We knew our state had boundless opportunities and blinding potential,” said Moore. “One […]
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Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland unveils 2024 priorities
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Members of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland (LBCM) recently unveiled their 2024 legislative priorities, which include upholding recently passed juvenile justice laws, making resources more available for Maryland’s small businesses and ensuring prescription drugs are affordable for Black Marylanders. “Members of the legislature founded the Legislative Black […]
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Meet Baltimore City mayoral candidate Don Scoggins
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com As candidacy filing deadline for Maryland’s primary was Feb. 9, the AFRO is sitting down with said candidates to ensure residents know their options. Don Scoggins is one of multiple candidates running for Baltimore City Mayor this year. Q: What was your childhood like? A: My father lived […]