Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. (AP Photo/Teresa Crawford) By Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Special to the AFRO The right-wing majority on the Supreme Court just undercut the Voting Rights Act again. Having gutted the section that required pre-approval of state voting laws to protect the rights of minorities to vote in Shelby v. Holder, […]
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The story of Gwen Levi: Non-violent elderly prisoners should not be the focus of our criminal justice system
Congressman Kweisi Mfume (Courtesy Photo) By Congressman Kweisi Mfume Special to the AFRO How Did We Get to This Place?—Too often we are forced to ask ourselves this question of the criminal justice system. Consider the recent case of Ms. Gwen Levi. As you may recall, Gwen Levi is a 76-year-old grandmother who lives in […]
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Cori Bush protests evictions on Capitol steps
Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., speaks to crowds that attended a sit-in at Capitol Hill after it was announced that the Biden administration will enact a targeted nationwide eviction moratorium outside of Capitol Hill in Washington on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. For the past five days, lawmakers and activists primarily led by Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., […]
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We mourn together
Bishop Douglas Miles (Courtesy photo) On behalf of BUILD and Metro IAF, it is with heavy hearts that we reach out to share the news that Bishop Douglas Miles, IAF Co Chair and BUILD Co Chair Emeritus, passed away today after complications from heart surgery. Bishop was a giant of a man, pastor, leader and […]
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Unparalleled Hayti app aggregates news content from Black publishers
The COVID-19 pandemic and seeing the demise of many Black news professionals inspired Cary Wheelous to launch Hayti, a mobile app that supplies users with access to content from over 200 Black publishers. (Courtesy photo) By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com When Cary Wheelous heard that the Carolina Times […]
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Morgan State University to address workforce inequities with overhaul of employee classifications and wages
(Photos Courtesy of Office of Morgan State University) Today, with the support of the Board of Regents, Morgan State University President David K. Wilson announced an end to the longtime practice of hiring contractual employees to augment the University’s workforce needs and heralded the conversion of eligible existing contractual employees to full-time with benefits. In […]
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New President Anthony Jenkins wants Coppin to be recognized as the gem that it is
Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins, Coppin’s eighth president. (Courtesy photo) By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins, Coppin’s eighth president, is relying on the ability of faculty, staff and community partners to help advance the university’s vision and mission. Experiential learning for students, opportunities to showcase faculty expertise, and seeing Coppin get […]
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#SecuringtheBag: Amish farmers, arabbers provide infrastructure solutions to Baltimore food deserts
(Courtesy photo) PK Semler Special to the AFRO The Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Clagett Farm and iconic Baltimore arabbers sourcing fresh produce from Amish and Mennonite farms in Lancaster, Pennsylvania have for years been solving the number one cause of Baltimore’s food desert and insecurity: Infrastructure. In fact, American small and midsize family farmers receive less […]
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BCFD is accepting applications for EMT and Paramedic positions
Applications are now being accepted to join #BCFD as an EMT or Paramedic. Apply now if you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others. (link) https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/baltimorecity?keywords=fire
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CLLCTIVLY to host Baltimore Black Business Quest in preparation for its annual day of giving
Jamye Wooten, founder of CLLCTIVLY, started his organization to address the gaps in funding for Black-led social change organizations in the Greater Baltimore area. The Baltimore Black Business Quest reinforces this mission by drawing greater support for Black businesses, organizations and landmarks in the city. (Courtesy photo) By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer Report for […]
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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 […]