Leaders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc announced the January 20 passing of its National President and Chair of the National Board of Directors, Soror Cheryl A. Hickmon. It is requested that prayers are offered for her loved ones and family. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Chaplain, Bishop Vashti McKenzie declared Sunday, January 23, 2022 as […]
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Death of a salesman: Remembering Robert Murphy Matthews Sr.
By Ralph E. Moore Jr. Special to the AFRO Robert Murphy Matthews Sr. was the great-grandson of John H. Murphy Sr., founder of the AFRO-American Newspaper. At age 75, sadly he (nicknamed Robin) died of a heart attack last week. He was co-owner and vice president of Creative Media Systems (CMS) for 28 years. CMS […]
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James “Winky” Camphor: Lessons from a life well lived
By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO If you are looking for a little inspiration, heartfelt-moments and gut-wrenching laughter, consider the wisdom, warmth and humor of James Camphor (better known as Winky). He entered eternal rest on Jan. 7, leaving behind a chasm in the hearts of his beloved wife Florine “Peaches,” family, and friends […]
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Belair-Edison residents ‘take back’ community, celebrate a homicide-free year
By Demetrius Dillard Special to the AFRO Though Baltimore City is coming from a dreadful year that saw more than 330 homicides, the Belair-Edison community has something to celebrate. The past year was monumental for Safe Streets Belair-Edison as the organization recorded zero homicides in 365 days in its catchment zone, which lies within Northeast […]
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PBS’ ‘Unapologetic’ spotlights new generation of Black women activists
By Nadine Matthews Special to the AFRO Perhaps nothing symbolizes Janae Bosu’s growth more than the fact that she earned her Ph.D by the end of the four years during which the documentary Unapologetic was shot. Specifically, Unapologetic, now streaming on PBS as part of its POV series, chronicles the evolution of Bosu and another […]
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The end of an era: Baltimore radio legend Porkchop retires after 20 years
By Brittany Logan Special to the AFRO It’s the end of an era in Baltimore radio. After 20 years of gracing Baltimore airwaves with his uniquely raspy voice, Johnny “Porkchop” Doswell said goodbye to listeners in a two hour retirement party that he broadcasted live on Facebook. “I am retiring from radio. It’s been a […]
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Baltimore’s G-Haven eSports partners with local organizations to raise money for cancer patients in local hospitals
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com G-Haven eSports (G-Haven), a Baltimore social impact eSports organization, recently teamed up with M.A.P Technologies to raise money for TeamoTherapy, a Baltimore-based charity organization that provides consoles, controllers and video games for cancer patients in local hospitals. G-Haven, which was established in 2020, […]
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4-count indictment filed against Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby alleges perjury, false statements on loan applications
By Alexis Taylor Special to the AFRO The purchase of two out-of-state vacation homes are at the center of the federal indictment for Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby. United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek L. Barron announced a four-count indictment, on Jan.13, with agents from the criminal investigation unit of the […]
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Vashti Turley Murphy: A freedom fighter in her own right
By Frances “Toni” Murphy Draper AFRO CEO and Publisher There is also a wonderful story about my maternal grandfather, Carl James Greenbury Murphy, long-time AFRO publisher and editor (1922-1967). A prolific writer of hard-hitting editorials, as well as inspirational prayers, Carl Murphy was small in stature, but stood tall and fought hard for civil and […]
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Carl Murphy in the Community: Behind the man who made the news
By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com Carl Murphy may have only stood 5 feet and 3 inches, but he was a giant in the community. The longtime famed AFRO publisher who took his father and the publication’s founder John H. Murphy’s journal that was circulated to about 14,000 to a major newspaper […]
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AFRO Activists 2022: 20 Queens of the Movement
By Micha Green and Sheika Reid Special to the AFRO As part of the annual We’re Still Here special edition on Community Activists, the AFRO highlights the people who are fighting for justice in D.M.V. and Baltimore communities. This year’s theme, “Queens of the Movement,” celebrates the women who are working to strengthen and empower Black […]
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The Maryland General Assembly Opens its 2022 Session
By Michelle Y. Green Special to the AFRO The Maryland General Assembly convened January 13, with both the House and Senate meeting in person. “The work goes on. The work must continue,” said Senate President Bill Ferguson in his opening address. “The fundamental components of what we are here to do over the next 90 […]