By Taya Graham and Stephen Janis The Real News Network Days before Todd Nock would become the first Black mayor of Pocomoke City, a small town on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore, he paused as he tried to express what the historic achievement meant—not just to him, but to the community he was preparing to serve. […]
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Moore Miller Inauguration Ball Pictures
Governor Wes Moore’s inaugural celebration– the People’s Ball– was truly a spectacular affair, as Maryland’s First and Second Families made the night a perfect blend of culture and class. Moore was introduced by celebrity journalist and activist Oprah Winfrey, and throughout the day those who know the new governor personally spoke about his integrity and […]
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Maryland Comptroller calls for shoppers to buy local during tax-free week
Because the pandemic decimated small businesses across the country, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot hopes this year’s tax-free week will boost recovery for surviving businesses. (AP Photo/Richard Drew) By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com Maryland’s annual tax-free week is upon us, and this year it’s more important now than ever […]
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Prince George’s County Public Schools stays with mask mandate
In this May 21, 2021 file photo, a person holds a mask while walking outside in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will continue a safety-first strategy as officials prepare to welcome students back to school in the midst of a new phase […]
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Prince Georges County Public Schools hold Summer School Graduation
Prince Georges County Public Schools hold Summer School Graduation August 4 for 875 traditional and alternative high school students who completed requirements for graduation over the summer. PGCPS’ mask mandate was in place over the summer and will continue when students return to in-person learning this Fall. (Courtesy photo).
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Bishop Douglas Miles, Koinonia founder, finds a rhythm in heaven his heart couldn’t know on earth
(Courtesy photo) By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware AFRO Managing Editor So here’s another of these articles they say I write so well; but I hate them so much. This one tells a story of a friend I’ve known since junior high school who, today, has preceded me in eternal life. I called him last week […]
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New Prince George’s County housing coalition launches
Ashanti Martinez, CASA Prince Georges County Policy Analyst For CASA speaks at a recent event to launch the PG County Housing Justice Coalition. (Courtesy Photo) By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Community-based organizations, non-profit organizations and advocates across Prince George’s County launched the Prince George’s County Housing Justice Coalition this week at CASA headquarters […]
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Family of Korryn Gaines settles with Baltimore County, continues to fight for full measure of justice
Rhanda Dormeus, mother of Korryn Gaines, stands with family attorney J. Wyndal Gordon, at a press conference Sept. 21. Gordon negotiated a deal that respects the humanity of Korryn Gaines while recognizing the challenges in the law due to the legislatively imposed limitations on damages. (Photo by Briahnna Brown) J. Wyndal Gordon Special to the […]
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Robert Thomas made his mark, now makes his exit from Baltimore City markets
Robert Thomas, former executive director of Baltimore City Public Markets Corp., hopes the markets can continue to grow and improve to achieve a broader reach and higher visibility and effectiveness. (Courtesy photo) By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com After 24 years of serving Baltimore City’s public markets, Robert Thomas […]
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Baltimore vigil commemorates Lewis and his unfinished work
Baltimore holds vigil for Representative John Lewis at Jubilee Arts Center, 1947 Pennsylvania Avenue. (Courtesy photo) By J. K. Schmid Special to the AFRO 50 activists gathered in Sandtown-Winchester, July 24. The assembly was one of hundreds of “Good Trouble Vigils,” a nationwide marking of the passing of Georgia Representative John Lewis. “Good trouble” is […]
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Branville Bard Jr. Joins Johns Hopkins as Public Safety V.P.
Beginning Aug. 30, Dr. Branville Bard Jr. will oversee security operations for all Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Medicine campuses and facilities worldwide, with the exception of the Applied Physics Laboratory. (Courtesy photo) Branville Bard Jr., an experienced and community-oriented law enforcement leader who has earned a reputation as a vocal advocate for social […]
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BCPS fall athletics season to begin Aug. 11
Baltimore County Public School students are encouraged to register for upcoming high school sports season. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli, File)Towson, MD – The fall sports season begins Aug. 11 in Baltimore County Public Schools, and BCPS is asking all students to register now for autumn athletics participation. “I encourage all students to consider participating in interscholastic […]