Retirees have a 70% chance of needing long-term care in their remaining years and medical and health care expenses tend to pile up quickly for the 65-and-over population. (Courtesy of unsplash) In fact, they have a 70% chance of needing long-term care in their remaining years. Other medical and health care expenses also often pile […]
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Seniors can protect health, finances during pandemic
Since the pandemic began, there have been numerous resources available to help seniors stay safe and healthy. (Courtesy photo) By Ronnie Blair From the AFRO archives Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, health officials have been clear and consistent in their message to seniors: while anyone can fall victim to COVID-19, those who are 65 and older […]
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Report: MD lawmakers need to keep spotlight on child well-being
The number of Maryland fourth graders who were not proficient in reading increased to 65% in 2019, according to a new report. (Adobe stock) By Diane Bernard, Maryland News Connection BALTIMORE — Advocates said Maryland lawmakers need to focus more than ever on helping children, as a new report shows the state dropped from 21st […]
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Black Oklahoma mother named Mom of the Year
Mautra Staley Jones has been named 2021 National Mother of the Year by American Mothers, Inc. (Courtesy Photo) By AFRO Staff HBCU vice president and mother of three Mautra Staley Jones has been named the 2021 National Mother of the Year by American Mothers, Inc. during their 86th National Convention held virtually this year. Jones […]
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Judge weighs tossing officer’s charges in brutality case
(Stock Photo) By The Associated Press A judge in Virginia is weighing whether to throw out criminal charges against a White police officer accused of using excessive force on a disoriented Black man, a decision that hinges on complaints about prosecutors’ conduct in the case. Fairfax County Circuit Court Judge Brett Kassabian told prosecutors on […]
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Gun violence activists work diligently to make difference in city
Applications for mini grants to prevent gun violence in the District are now open for D.C. residents. (Courtesy Photo) By Sharece Crawford Special to the AFRO Will $59Million be enough to reduce the rampant crime and gun violence in Washington, DC? As of Monday June 14, mini grant applications are open for individuals and organizations […]
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‘Miss you.’ Floyd’s daughter speaks at Chauvin’s sentencing
In this image taken from video, Gianna Floyd, daughter of George Floyd is seen Friday, June 25, 2021, during victim impact statements as Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill presides over the sentencing of former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin at the Hennepin County Courthouse in Minneapolis. Chauvin was being sentenced Friday on a second-degree murder […]
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Chauvin gets 22 1/2 years in prison for George Floyd’s death
Graphic shows the charges, verdict and sentencing in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the murder of George Floyd By AMY FORLITI and STEVE KARNOWSKI MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 22 1/2 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd, whose dying gasps […]
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FAMU mourns former President Frederick S. Humphries, Sr.
Former FAMU President, Frederick S. Humphries Sr. ‘He committed his life to the advancement of higher education’ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Frederick S. Humphries, Sr., Ph.D., under whose leadership Florida A&M University (FAMU) was named College of the Year, and who was a lifelong cheerleader and advocate for his alma mater, died Thursday, June 24, 2021, […]
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Still no George Floyd police reform bill
May 25 came and passed with no sign that Congress would mark that day, the first anniversary of the George Floyd murder, with the passage of the police reform bill in his name. (Courtesy Photo) By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Writer The Hutchinson Report via NNPA May 25 came and passed with no sign that […]
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Housing Authority of Baltimore City begins demolition of Perkins Homes taking down the 1940s-era public housing site marks major milestone in $1B Perkins Somerset Old Town transformation
Housing Authority of Baltimore City Begins Demolition of Perkins Homes Taking down the 1940s-era public housing site marks major milestone in $1B Perkins Somerset Old Town Transformation (BALTIMORE | June 24, 2021) – The Housing Authority of Baltimore City’s (HABC) 1940’s-era Perkins Homes public housing site is coming down. Demolition of the six buildings that […]
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CDC Director extends the eviction moratorium for 30 days
The Centers for Disease Control announced it awarded a $12 million to help improve chronic health disease at facilities throughout Prince George’s County and southern Maryland. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky has signed an extension to the eviction moratorium further preventing the eviction of tenants who are unable to make rental payments. The moratorium that […]