Baltimore City officials are seeking applicants to oversee the transformation of two Downtown Baltimore hotels into permanent supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness, using federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.
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D.C. AG calls for continuance of FTC ban on ‘deceptive’ TurboTax ads
The Federal Trade Commission has prohibited Intuit from advertising its services as “free” unless they are free to all customers, and the D.C. Attorney General and Illinois Attorney General have filed a brief calling for the appeal to be rejected.
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A trusted voice: Preserving the future of the Black press
The National Newspaper Publishers Association is adapting to changing consumption patterns and technology to expand its business model and maintain its position as the trusted voice of the Black community.
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Hair Education and Beauty Summit to shine a spotlight on Black hair
Natural hair care founder Nicole Schuler is hosting the inaugural Hair Education and Beauty Summit on July 7-8 in Secaucus, NJ, featuring panel conversations, live demonstrations, workshops, musical performances, and competitions.
Posted inBaltimore News
Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center opens in Baltimore
The Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, a $50 million dollar initiative spearheaded by Dr. Alvin C. Hathaway Sr., was opened on July 2 in Baltimore, with over 200 people in attendance to celebrate the legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and the opening of the building.
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Tulsa race massacre survivors call for DOJ investigation after dismissal of reparations case
Two surviving Tulsa race massacre victims, Viola Fletcher and Lessie Benningfield Randle, have asked the Oklahoma Supreme Court to reconsider its decision to dismiss their reparations lawsuit and are calling for a federal investigation into the 1921 race riot.
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Mentoring Black Male Teens in the Hood: Investing in the lives of young Black men
Cameron Miles’ Mentoring Male Teens In the Hood program is exposing Black adolescent males to cultural adventures through travel, including a recent trip to Alabama, to help them succeed and learn about their heritage.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
The D.C, Maryland and Virginia area is hosting a range of events this summer, including festivals, museum happenings, panel discussions and bike tours, that will celebrate Black history, culture, and community, as well as educate people on sustainability and urban development.
Posted inBaltimore Events
Celebrating the impact of Black leading women in Baltimore
The 3rd Annual Black Leading Women Celebration honored the achievements and legacies of remarkable Black women, with honorees including Dana Carr, Nykidra Robinson, Sydney Johnson, Tyde-Courtney Edwards, Shelonda Stokes, Brittany Young, Dr. Aisha Austin, and Dr. Vonnya Pettigrew.
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Dali leaves Baltimore nearly three months after Key Bridge collision
The Dali container ship, which struck and collapsed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, has left the Port of Baltimore and is heading to Virginia for salvaging and repair operations.
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NNPA 2024 convention in Baltimore breaks new ground
The NNPA concluded its 2024 annual summer convention in Baltimore, making history as the first trade association with a presidential campaign as an event sponsor, and announcing a seven-figure advertising and sponsorship deal with the Biden-Harris campaign.
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JPMorgan Chase to invest $8.45 million to address Baltimore’s vacancy crisis and revitalize commercial corridors
JPMorgan Chase has committed $8.45 million to support economic and community development in Baltimore City, with funding going towards tackling the vacant housing crisis, commercial corridor restoration and small business growth.