By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum received a $2 million federal investment, which was presented by U.S. lawmakers Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.), Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) to museum co-founder and President Joanne Martin on March 31. “These funds represent the ability […]
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Posted inWashington D.C. News
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C. area
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com D.C. Pizza Festival 2023 From April 15-16, D.C. residents can enjoy an all-you-can-eat pizza extravaganza. There will be beer, wine and entertainment available for attendees. The two-day celebration will begin at 10:40 am on April 15 and end at 5 p.m. on April 16. National Cherry Blossoms Festival […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore NAACP headquarters vandalized
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The Headquarters of the Baltimore Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was vandalized by a group of four unidentified persons on March 28. The Baltimore NAACP held a press conference on March 30 to publicly announce the incident. “It’s important for the […]
Posted inNational News
Trump indicted by grand jury
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com In a case that has held headlines for weeks, Trump is now the first former president of the U.S. to be criminally indicted in American history. Charges have yet to be reported. “The indictment of Donald Trump speaks for itself,” said Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-Md-07) in a statement […]
Posted inBaltimore News
NAACP, housing advocates push action on stalled inclusionary housing bill
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimore housing policy drew fire March 22 from the city’s leading civil rights and housing advocates who are threatening to complain to the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development unless inclusionary housing is created here. The Baltimore branch of the NAACP and the Inclusionary Housing Coalition want […]
Posted inPrince George's County News
Angela Alsobrooks announces proposed budget for Prince George’s County
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks delivered the State of the County Budget Address for fiscal year 2024 on March 15. The $5.4 billion proposed budget significantly funds education and public safety. “As a result of a legal mandate, we’re required to give 62 percent of our budget […]
Posted inHealth
Top legislation that could potentially impact Maryland seniors
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com As the 2023 Maryland General Assembly winds down, here are the top legislation Maryland seniors should know about. SB351/HB760: Maryland Legal Services Corporation – Affordable Life, Wills, and Estate Planning for Seniors Grant Program SB 351 establishes the Affordable Life, Wills, and Estate Planning for Seniors Program in […]
Posted inNational News
Historic indictments for former U.S. president loom
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com A grand jury is expected to indict former U.S. President Donald Trump in connection with payments made to quiet an adult film performer’s allegations of an affair. Trump is facing possible indictment under Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. If a jury finds cause, he would be the first […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Leaders of BUILD implore lawmakers to address vacant buildings in Baltimore City with legislation
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimoreans United In Leadership Development (BUILD) recently gathered to support SB 855, a bill that permits Baltimore city to acquire more vacant properties through in-rem foreclosure.” SB 855 has passed the Senate and will be heard in the House Ways and Means Committee on March 28. “We are […]
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland House legislators pass bill for commemorative day to recognize Black and Hispanic women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion may soon have their own official commemorative day in the state of Maryland. On March 15, HB0370 was heard in the Health and Government Operations Committee in the House Office Building. Del. Mike Rogers (D-32), leading sponsor of House […]
Posted inMaryland Government
Women of color shine in Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Women’s History Month, coupled with Black History Month, easily creates a season for Black women to receive recognition and appreciation that is well overdue. From healthcare to education, technology and art, women are leading the way. And when it comes to the political arena, Maryland has several Black […]
Posted inNational News
Two U.S. banks collapse within week
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Two significant financial institutions, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank, failed to weather a run on its assets over a five-day period beginning March 8 causing them to be abruptly shut down by state and federal officials. President Biden responded to the crisis quickly in the morning […]
