Thursday, August 7, 2025

Rising pregnancy prosecutions threaten rights and health care access

Since the fall of Roe v. Wade, at least 210 women have faced prosecution for […]


Retirement tips for the self-employed

With more Americans turning to self-employment for greater fulfillment, experts emphasize the importance of starting […]


Judge says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs must stay in jail until he is sentenced

A federal judge denied Sean “Diddy” Combs’ request for release on $50 million bond while […]


Get on the Boxx as we continue to count down to the Black Business Matters EXPO, happening on August 14th! From vine to bottle, we have Boyd Cru Wines. This grass-to-glass winery is pouring purpose into every sip—sustainably grown, expertly crafted, and rooted in culture…And for those who like it bold, Los Hermanos Tequila, an award-winning small-batch tequila brand is bringing heat and heritage to the spirits game. These Black-owned brands aren’t just serving drinks—they’re serving legacy. Cheers to excellence! Join us for an exciting conversation along with our hosts Jay Jackson, Dr. Frances Toni Draper, and Kevin MPECKABLE Peck!

A housing voucher helped Lebrenia Parker  survive—now she owns a home in the ZIP code she grew up in

Labrenia Parker spent nights sleeping on friends’ floors before a housing voucher gave her and […]


After complaints go nowhere, Maryland woman pushes for accountability from local lawyers

After hiring a bankruptcy attorney to challenge what she believed were inflated mortgage charges, Iris […]


Baltimore County Council votes down Khadijah Walker as inspector general nominee

The Baltimore County Council voted 5-2 to reject County Executive Katherine A. Klausmeier’s nominee for […]


Maryland’s forgotten victims: Shedding light on the state’s lynching legacy

Since 2018, the Maryland Lynching Memorial Project has worked to uncover the state’s legacy of […]


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