Once a declining shopping center, Northwood Commons has transformed into a thriving hub for new businesses just steps from Morgan State University. Entrepreneurs like Lashae Wesley of Estie Lash and Jawad Labwam of Local Fry are helping reshape the space into a growing community destination.
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Planning for your small business future
Planning for an ownership transition is essential for entrepreneurs to ensure the success of their business and create wealth-building opportunities for current and new owners.
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Black Americans hit hard as medical debt rule tossed
A federal judge has blocked a Biden administration rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reports, a move that would have helped around 15 million Americans. The decision hits Black Americans hardest, as they are disproportionately burdened by medical
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Mentoring Male Teens in the Hood visits HBCUs and historic sites in D.C. area to empower Black youth
Mentoring Male Teens in the Hood took a tour of historically Black Colleges and Universities, museums, and landmarks in Washington, D.C., to expose young men to different learning opportunities and encourage them to attend college.
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Black Restaurant Week returns to Baltimore for 5th year of food and culture
Black Restaurant Week returns to Baltimore, spotlighting Black-owned culinary businesses and driving visibility, community ties, and growth. The Empanada Lady’s success reflects its power to amplify local talent.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Ousted Librarian of Congress tapped by Mellon Foundation
Carla Hayden, the former Librarian of Congress ousted under the 47TH presidential administration, has been named a senior fellow at the Mellon Foundation, where she will advise on advancing public knowledge through libraries and archives. Her appointment marks a return to cultural leadership amid growing national debates over censorship, federal funding cuts, and access to information.
Posted inBaltimore Events
Baltimore’s A Taste of Summer to offer community and culinary adventure
Baltimore’s “A Taste of Summer” Long Table Dinner Series, founded by Nailah Queen and James Dickey, uses food, fashion and fellowship to celebrate community, culture and local entrepreneurship. With a vibrant outdoor dining experience and spotlight on Black and minority-owned culinary talent, the event transforms a shared meal into a powerful symbol of connection and creativity.
Posted inFinancials
Innovation in fraud: How scammers are targeting Americans in new and evolving ways
Money scams are becoming more sophisticated, with fraudsters targeting more consumers with cryptocurrency investment scams, fake online relationships and deceptive remote job postings. In 2024, Americans lost over $12.5 billion to fraud, with investment scams accounting for $5.7 billion of those losses.
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Businessman who scammed ex-NBA star Dwight Howard in fake bid for WNBA team gets 12 years in prison
Former NBA star Dwight Howard is an example that even celebrities can become victims of fraud. Howard lost $7 million in a fake bid to buy the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream.
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Baltimore Community Lending celebrates opening of new headquarters
Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters at 301 N. Calvert St. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring local leaders, investors, and community supporters. The event honored BCL’s mission to uplift underserved communities and small Black-owned businesses, including a tribute to late lending officer Frank Coakley.
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Target under fire after private diversity meeting with Black Caucus goes public
Target is facing growing backlash and declining sales as a national boycott continues, intensified by a private meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus going public. The CBC and Black leaders condemned Target’s rollback of diversity efforts, while the company’s CEO downplayed the boycott’s impact amid sharp drops in revenue and market value.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Free Independence Day Lyft rides offered throughout Greater Washington to prevent drunk driving
To reduce drunk driving during one of the deadliest holidays for traffic fatalities, the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) will offer free Lyft rides on July 4 from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. on July 5 across the D.C. metro area. The SoberRideⓇ initiative, which covers up to $15 of a Lyft fare, aims to prevent impaired driving and save lives during Independence Day celebrations.