Cha’Carri Richardson, poll Track star Sha’Carri Richardson has been making headlines since her blowout win in the women’s 100 meter dash at the June 19 Olympic trials, securing her Team USA spot for Tokyo. That victory was short-lived after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, announced that the 21-year old tested positive for marijuana, less than a […]
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D.C.’s essential workers demand ‘hero pay’
The Heroes Pay Act of 2021 is set to be a one time payment to thousands of essential workers that risked their lives and their health during the pandemic. This includes transportation drivers, grocery store employees, doctors and more. (Courtesy photo) By Joshua Moore Special to the AFRO The Metro Washington Labor Council, along with […]
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After 17 years, a small and Black-owned electronic repair shop continues to prosper
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member Msayles@afro.com Because large electronic companies, like Best Buy’s Geek Squad, often provide their own repair services, it’s no small feat for a Baltimore Black-owned, small business to stay in the game for 17 years. In 2004, brothers Edward and Daniel Brunson decided to go […]
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2021 Census Report: Women Board of Directors in Maryland
By Executive Alliance Executive Alliance has been measuring and reporting on the representation of women on the boards of public companies headquartered in Maryland for the past fourteen years. It is a critical part of our mission to expand women’s impact and influence in the board room, the community, and in the leadership of businesses, […]
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FedEx open applications for E-Commerce Learning Lab to support people of color and women-owned small businesses
(l-r) Rose Flenorl and Luz Urrutia. (Courtesy Photos) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com Applications opened, July 12, for FedEx’s E-Commerce Learning Lab, a program designed to assist diverse small business owners in developing or expanding their e-commerce operations. The applications will close July 19. The program was developed […]
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Anthony McCarthy is on the air
From L to R: State Senator Antonio Hayes and State Senator Cory McCray. (Photo by Linda Tucker) The city turned out to celebrate the return of the Rev. Anthony McCarthy to the airwaves of Morgan State University’s WEAA 88.9FM, along with Carla Willis, to co host “Two Way Talk,” Monday through Friday, 5-7 p.m. McCarthy […]
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African American spelling bee champ makes history with flair
Zaila Avant-garde, 14, from Harvey, Louisiana celebrates after winning the finals of the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee at Disney World July 8, 2021, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) By Ben Nuckols The Associated Press Zaila Avant-garde understood the significance of what she was doing as she stood on the Scripps National […]
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Activists demand federal charges and DOJ investigation as 5-year anniversary of Korryn Gaines shooting approaches
Korryn Gaines, a Baltimore County woman shot by police in 2016. By Alexis Taylor Special to the AFRO Family members of Korryn Gaines, a Baltimore County woman shot by police in 2016, are still demanding justice and the $38 million awarded by a jury for the homicide. Relatives are calling for federal charges against Royce […]
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Local activists work to combat the opioid epidemic
“Don’t Mute DC,” met to address and combat against the opioid crisis on June 28. (Photo by Sharece Crawford) By Sharece Crawford Special to the AFRO District of Columbia activists sprung into action to address another epidemic plaguing the area and nation — the opioid crisis. Young Black women Jayla McBroom and Cairo Pondexter are […]
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President Biden meets with Civil Rights organizations about attack on voting rights
President Joe Biden met with Civil Rights leaders to discuss the attack on voting rights in states across America. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com President Joe Biden is working with Civil Rights leaders and organizations to combat the attacks and threats on voting rights, directly affecting communities of color. […]
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#Parity: Baltimore equitable development company seeks to combat gentrification
Bree Jones, founder of Parity, experienced gentrification firsthand in New York City and turned her efforts to mitigate this displacement of communities of color to Baltimore City. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com In 2019, a National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) study found that seven cities accounted […]
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Haiti in chaos: Assassins kill President Moïse
(AP Photo/Dieu Nalio Chery, File) A group of armed men stormed the home of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, killing him and critically injuring his wife, Martine Moïse, on July 7. Interim President Claude Joseph, Moïse’s protege, assumed leadership temporarily and called on the U.S. government to assist with the investigation of what U.S. Haitian Ambassador […]