Maryland Public Television is celebrating HBCU Week from September 2-8 with 30 hours of HBCU-based content and 12 premiere films, featuring stories about arts, music, history, and sports.
Category: COMMUNITY
Posted inBUSINESS
Local orgs open grant program for businesses impacted by Key Bridge Bridge collapse
The Greater Baltimore Committee and the Baltimore Community Foundation have announced a $5 million grant program to provide assistance to small businesses impacted by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
DOT announces reopening of D.C. bridge after 2021 collapse
The District Department of Transportation has re-opened the Lane Place Pedestrian Bridge in Ward 7, which had been closed since a truck crashed into it in 2021, using $17 million in federal emergency funds to replace the bridge and ensure safe transportation options for all residents.
Posted inNational News
Pew Research Center report uncovers racial and political disparities in perceptions of local crime news
A new report from the Pew Research Center has revealed significant racial, ethnic, and political disparities in how Americans perceive and consume local crime news, with Black Americans being particularly likely to perceive local crime news as biased.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Nick Arrington, hometown reality star, throws out the first pitch at Nationals stadium
Nick Arrington, a prominent cast member on Bravo network’s “Summer House: Martha\’s Vineyard”, threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Nationals versus Chicago Cubs game on Aug. 30, celebrating HBCU/Divine Nine Day.
Posted inCommentary
The stigma of fatherlessness
The Baltimore Sun editorial board’s condescending portrayal of Mayor Brandon Scott’s marriage and Black fathers is refuted by sociological studies and historical research, which show that Black fathers are more involved in their children’s lives than any other racial group.
Posted in#Education
A look at summer learning loss, curriculum challenges and the Black boys left behind
The public education curriculum is criticized for its adverse impact on Black students, with many studies suggesting that summer reading and math losses are sensitive to income status and that the curriculum often omits the accomplishments and contributions of Black people.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore City Council scrutinizes DPW policies after worker’s heat-related death
Baltimore City Council members questioned the Baltimore City Department of Public Works for better communication and policies, following the heat-related death of DPW worker Ronald Silver II, and called for a more inclusive process in addressing work conditions and practices.
Posted inEducation
Back to school tips from Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja SantelisesÂ
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelesis encourages families to ensure their students get proper sleep, follow regular routines, and familiarize themselves with attendance policies and classroom expectations as the school year begins.
Posted in!Front Page Baltimore News
Jason Billingsley pleads guilty to attempted murder of West Baltimore couple
Jason Billingsley pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted murder tied to home invasion and arson, and was sentenced to 30 years in prison, 16 of which were suspended, for the brutal attack on April Hurley and Jonte Gilmore.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Thousands of bookworms flock to the capital to attend National Book Festival
The 24th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival took place on Aug. 24 at The Walter E. Washington Convention Center, featuring two-time Emmy Award-winning television host Tamron Hall and over 90 authors, book signings, and book reading sessions for children.
Posted inHBCU
Mfume discusses enrollment, housing issues at Morgan State
U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, chairman of the Morgan State University Board of Regents, discussed the university’s enrollment surge, housing challenges, and the declining rate of enrollment for Black male students during an interview at the Democratic National Convention.
