The Maryland Bankers Association and the Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship at Coppin State University will lead a conversation on credit equity in Maryland on Oct. 24.
Author Archives: Victoria Mejicanos
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Funding shift boosts HBCUs but cuts support for other minority-serving colleges like the University of Baltimore
The U.S. Department of Education is reallocating nearly $500 million in funding to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Tribal Colleges, while cutting $350 million from Predominantly Black and Hispanic-Serving Institutions. The move has sparked backlash from university leaders and lawmakers who say it pits minority-serving institutions against one another and threatens critical student support programs.
Posted inBaltimore News
Mayor Scott announces timeline for Opioid Restitution Fund community grants
The Mayor has announced a timeline for Opioid Restitution Fund community grants that will “meet people where they are” and provide harm reduction services to places in Baltimore most impacted by the opioid crisis.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Government shutdown forces Smithsonian to temporarily close all museums and National Zoo
The Smithsonian owns 17 museums within the Washington D.C area, in addition to the National Zoo. Since Oct. 12, all 21 of the Smithsonian museums nationwide and the zoo have been closed. Shown here, would-be visitors, as they learn that the doors to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History are closed due to the shutdown.
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‘One of One’: Howard’s 101st homecoming promises joy, tradition and big names on the ‘Yard’
By Victoria MejicanosAFRO Staff Writervmejicanos@afro.com Howard University will be celebrating its 101st homecoming this year, under the theme “One of One” from Oct. 19-26, to celebrate its community. The university’s tradition started in 1924, making it one of the earliest HBCUs to establish a homecoming, a point of pride for the university. Princess Gamble, the […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Morgan State University kicks off homecoming week 2025
Morgan State University will celebrate Homecoming 2025 Oct. 9-12. The historically Black institution, founded in 1867, will welcome students, community members and alumni from around the world to the Northeast Baltimore campus for a variety of events.
Posted in!Front Page Baltimore News
There’s a clear gap in credit scores depending on race and place: How Baltimore is working to fix it
By Victoria Mejicanos AFRO Staff Writer vmejicanos@afro.com The weight of a number For residents of Baltimore, the barrier to buying a home, starting a small business or managing unexpected costs doesn’t rely on ambition alone. There’s a three digit number that plays a major part: the credit score. Research shows that a person’s credit score, […]
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Baltimore state’s attorney Ivan Bates to host citywide listening tour in October
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates is hosting his annual listening tour ahead of the 2026 legislative session to give constituents an opportunity to provide feedback.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Addressing family toxicity: How to move forward after trauma
Healing from family trauma starts with breaking cycles of secrecy, shame and emotional suppression. Life coach Nijiama Smalls urges open conversations, setting boundaries, and—even when needed—creating distance to protect peace and begin true healing.
Posted inBlack History
62 years later, the world remembers four little girls from Birmingham
By Victoria MejicanosAFRO Staff Writer On Sept. 15, 1963, the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala., was bombed, killing four girls in the church’s basement and shocking the nation. Sixty-two years later, the attack is remembered as a turning point in the civil rights movement and a reminder of the role Black churches continue […]
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Orioles to feature R&B Singer Lloyd on Sept. 18 at HBCU and Divine Nine Night
The Orioles will celebrate HBCUs and Black Greek Letter Organizations at a September 18th home game, featuring a pregame concert headlined by R&B singer Lloyd and other activities to support HBCUs and the Divine Nine organizations.
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Funeral services announced for Elder Doug Wilson
Doug Wilson, 74, a beloved church elder, will be laid to rest Sept. 17 at Vaughn Greene Funeral Services in Randallstown. Friends and community members remembered him as a gentle and caring leader.
