Thursday, May 7, 2026
Spirit Airlines shutdown leaves Black travelers and workers mourning loss of affordable skies
The collapse of Spirit Airlines has sparked emotional reactions from travelers and former employees who […]
D.C. Council extends federal transparency laws
Washington, D.C. transparency laws governing the Metropolitan Police Department’s interactions with federal officers have […]
D.C. schools bring voter registration to students ahead of elections
Schools and community organizations in Washington, D.C. are bringing voter registration and civic education directly […]
HBCU presidents announce collaboration to expand research and innovation
By Dr. Deborah BaileyAFRO Contributing Editordbailey@afro.com Leaders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across […]
Coppin State hosts economic inclusion conference, highlights West Baltimore revitalization efforts
Coppin State University brought together elected officials, business leaders and community advocates for its 2026 […]
Black leaders demand corporate accountability for $175 billion in tariff refunds
Following the Supreme Court’s Feb. 20 ruling to strike down the current administration’s tariffs, Rep. […]
Druski tapped to host BET Awards, becoming youngest emcee in show’s 25-year history
By Jonathan Landrum Jr. Drew “Druski” Desbordes will host the 2026 BET Awards, becoming the […]
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