By Special Press Release BTST Services (BTST) is pleased to announce an investment by Webster Equity Partners (Webster). BTST will be the initial pillar organization for Webster’s new Community Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) platform. The investment in BTST is in support of its future growth and is being done in partnership with the Company’s long-time […]
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Afro Charities celebrates 60th anniversary
By Helen Bezuneh, Special to the AFRO November 15 marked the 60th anniversary of Afro Charities, a nonprofit partner to the AFRO American Newspapers. Afro Charities is dedicated to stewarding the AFRO’s archives and driving charitable initiatives to benefit local Black communities. Founded in 1963 as a charitable organization by members of the AFRO’s board […]
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Maryland Military Coalition hosts 2023 Legislator of the Year Award Luncheon
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com State Del. Michael J. Rogers (D-Md.-32), State Sen. Michael A. Jackson (D-Md.-27) and Del. Edith J. Patterson (D-Md.-28) were all honored at the Maryland Military Coalition’s (MMC) 2023 Legislator of the Year Award Luncheon at the Naval Academy Club on Nov. 1. The MMC, an armed services advocacy […]
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U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes will not run for re-election
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Speaking of running for office, another congressional seat has opened up for the 2024 election after U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.-03) announced he will not run for re-election on Oct. 26. “My siblings and I grew up with the teaching that there are many ways to serve. Being […]
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Rev. Willie E. Ray recognized for 50 years of ministry, activism
By Marnita Coleman, Special to the AFRO A crowd of lifelong friends, family, clergy, politicians, community organizers, entrepreneurs and supporters from across Maryland gathered Oct. 14 at the Family Life Center of the New Shiloh Baptist Church in Baltimore to honor the Rev. William Edward Ray. Under the theme, “The Man, The Message, The Mission,” […]
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Reginald F. Lewis museum hosts AFRO salute to Black veterans
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor The AFRO honored those who have served the country on Nov. 7 at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore. Prominent military leaders from around the state of Maryland were in attendance, including Adjutant General Janeen Birckhead, former Adjutant General Linda Singh and Anthony C. Woods, secretary of the […]
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Trone leads juvenile justice and re-entry discussion in Baltimore
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Community members and activists gathered at Baltimore Unity Hall on Oct. 27 to participate in discussions on juvenile justice and the re-entry formerly incarcerated into American society and specifically in Baltimore. Rep. David Trone (D-Md.-06), who is running for the U.S. Senate in 2024, led the conversation. “If […]
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From ideas to impact: Baltimore Together Summit 2023 and the EXCEL Project
By Reuben Greene, Special to the AFRO The Baltimore Development Corp. (BDC) recently concluded the Baltimore Together Summit 2023, a weeklong event dedicated to reviewing Baltimore City’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). One of the key highlights of the summit was the discussion surrounding the (EXCEL) Research Project and youth entrepreneurship training. The EXCEL Project […]
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The Women’s Challenge to host its sixth Daddy and Me Tea
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The Women’s Challenge is gearing up for their sixth Daddy and Me Tea on Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Baltimore Rowing & Water Resource Center in Baltimore. Highly anticipated by the community, this event is centered around the importance of father-daughter relationships throughout […]
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University of Maryland Medical System hospitals glow green in honor of veterans
By The University of Maryland Medical System The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is proudly honoring veterans by joining Operation Green Light, a national initiative that shines a light on the needs and issues of those who have served our country. Operation Green Light invites anchor institutions and landmarks across the nation to illuminate […]
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Motorcyclist killed in fatal Southeast Baltimore collision
By Chrisleen Herard, Special to the AFRO A 21-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a fatal vehicle collision in Southeast Baltimore, according to authorities. On Nov. 4, shortly after 7:00 p.m., members from the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) and the Fire Department were called to the 6300 block of Erdman Avenue regarding a collision that involved […]
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Double shooting in North Baltimore leaves one dead, another critically injured
By Chrisleen Herard, Special to the AFRO Baltimore homicide detectives are currently investigating a double shooting in the Cylburn neighborhood that claimed one man’s life and critically injured another. On Nov. 11, at around 8 p.m., Baltimore authorities responded to a call regarding a shooting in the 2900 block of Rosalind Avenue when they found […]
