Relisha Tenau Rudd, who would have turned 18 on October 29, has been missing since 2014 and the FBI is still investigating her disappearance.
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Celebrating American Archives Month: Corey Lewis and the Maryland State Archives’ commitment to preserving history
Corey Lewis, an assistant state archivist at the Maryland State Archives, is dedicated to preserving historical documents and records, collaborating with Afro Charities to ensure that the AFRO Archives are preserved and made accessible to the public.
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West Muhammad, 14, becomes Coppin State’s youngest student ever
14-year-old West Muhammad has made history by becoming the youngest student ever admitted to Coppin State University, where he is majoring in cybersecurity engineering and is already making connections on campus.
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Everyman Theatre presents Queens Girl: Black in the Green Mountains
Everyman Theatre presents Queens Girl: Black in the Green Mountains, a powerful exploration of identity, race, and adolescence through the eyes of Jacqueline Marie Butler, written by acclaimed playwright Caleen Sinnette Jennings.
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Violence prevention services eligible for Medicaid reimbursement nationwide
The White House Office on Gun Violence Prevention has called on states to access federal dollars provided by Medicaid for violence prevention services, with eight states currently offering reimbursement for community prevention violence strategies.
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AFRO News honors emergency service workers
The AFRO celebrated the bravery and determination of the local emergency services community on Oct. 24, honoring 911 operators and dispatchers who work with the fire department in Baltimore for their service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Trial for teen accused of murdering 16-year-old Deanta Dorsey ends in mistrial
The trial of Daaon Spears, accused of fatally shooting Deanta Dorsey in 2023, ended in a mistrial due to a hung jury, with the prosecution relying on circumstantial evidence and the defense expressing disappointment with the outcome.
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Early balloting starts in Maryland, bringing out pre-dawn voters
By Caley Fox Shannon Early voting began Oct. 24 in Maryland, with some voters lining up before sunrise to cast their votes when the polls opened at 7 a.m. for president, Senate, House, ballot initiatives and various local races. In Montgomery County, early birds formed a line at dawn outside the Silver Spring Civic Building. […]
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BOPA warns that arts community is ‘at extreme risk’ after city moves to cut ties
BOPA has expressed concerns about Baltimore City’s plan to terminate its contract within 90 days, citing the risk it poses to the future of the organization and local arts community.
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Baltimore Running Festival returns for 24th year
The 2024 Baltimore Running Festival saw over 12,000 participants taking part in various races, with some running for non-profit organizations and others for personal fitness or health goals.
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Trial begins for teen accused of 2023 murder of 16-year-old Deanta Dorsey
The trial for Daaon Spears, accused of murdering 16-year-old Deanta Dorsey, began on Oct. 17 in Baltimore and is expected to last several days.
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Former Baltimore lawmaker Melvin Stukes laid to rest
Melvin L. Stukes, a former Baltimore City councilman and member of the Maryland House of Delegates, was remembered for his dedication to his community and his commitment to public service at his homegoing services on Oct. 8.