Credit card fraud is on the rise, with millions of Americans falling victim to unauthorized charges every year. Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, shares expert insights on how to spot and prevent fraud before it spirals out of control, offering practical advice to protect your financial information in an increasingly digital world.
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Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference highlights paths to capital for entrepreneursÂ
At Baltimore’s 2025 Small Business Advancement Conference, entrepreneurs gathered to explore solutions to one of their most persistent challenges: access to capital. The event highlighted both traditional lending and emerging models like grassroots investment crowdfunding, giving small, minority- and women-owned businesses new tools to grow and scale.
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Gov. Moore announces first Road to Careers funding recipients to promote high-skill workforce development
Gov. Wes Moore has announced the first $4 million in Road to Careers grants, aimed at training nearly 1,200 Marylanders for high-demand construction and transportation jobs. The initiative targets historically underserved communities, offering wraparound services to support career development and help close the racial wealth gap.
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Port of Baltimore could see tariff impacts in June
Shipping containers stack up at the Port of Baltimore, as officials await the delayed impact of the United States’ President’s tariffs on Chinese goods.
Posted inFinancials
AARP’s Fraud Watch Network: Supporting older adults in the fight against scams
AARP’s Fraud Watch Network works to educate older adults about the risks of fraud, offering resources and emotional support to victims of scams. Kathy Stokes, director of fraud prevention programs for AARP, emphasized the importance of reframing the narrative around fraud, urging society to recognize that scams affect everyone, not just older adults.
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How Washington, D.C.’s unbanked population compares to the rest of the US
Despite a decline in unbanked Americans since 2019, millions—especially those in marginalized communities—still lack access to traditional banking due to barriers like minimum balance requirements, distrust and limited physical access.
Posted inFinancials
How to spot and avoid digital fraud
Financial solutions investment advisor Zakiyyah Muhammad warns that Cash App scams are becoming more prevalent, particularly targeting elderly retirees and young users. By understanding common fraud tactics and staying vigilant, individuals can better protect their finances and avoid falling victim to digital payment scams.
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Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship convenes entrepreneurs, investors and HBCU leaders for Empowerment Summit
Howard University and the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship are hosting the 2025 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit in Washington, D.C., bringing together innovators, investors, and HBCU leaders to foster business growth, collaboration and economic impact.
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Shoppers grapple with supporting retailers as they scale back equity, diversity and inclusion efforts
By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com As Juneteenth approaches, Black consumers are increasingly split on whether to support major retailers like Walmart and Target— companies that have faced growing scrutiny for scaling back their diversity, inclusion and equity efforts. Amid calls for store boycotts from leaders such as Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant, of Georgia’s New Birth […]
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Associated Black Charities honors past leaders at 40th anniversary gala
Associated Black Charities (ABC) is celebrating its 40th year of service in 2025. On June 14 the organization held its annual anniversary gala, celebrating decades of impact, leadership and progress in advancing racial and economic equity.
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Beyond the recording studio: Musicians turned business moguls
For generations, Black musicians have shaped American culture while battling an industry that often denied them fair compensation. Today, many are reclaiming power by turning their art into platforms for business ownership and generational wealth.
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A second chance: How Prince George’s County’s reentry work is changing livesÂ
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy made history by launching Maryland’s first Conviction and Sentencing Integrity Unit, part of her broader push to bring fairness and redemption into the justice system. As she prepares to become county executive, Braveboy says reentry support—especially for young adults and women—will remain a top priority.