Morgan State University’s campus newspaper, The Spokesman, hosted a forum for students and the public to hear from leading candidates in the race for Maryland’s U.S. Senate seat, with Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks discussing gun violence, reproductive rights, and economic goals.
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Center for Technology Access and Training works to close digital divide in Sandtown
Michael Smith’s Center for Technology Access and Training has received a grant from the Abell Foundation to teach youth in Sandtown how to code, and is now providing computer literacy training, coding education, and troubleshooting services to residents in the community.
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United they stand: Dock workers and longshoremen in Baltimore join national strike for better wages and job security
The International Longshoremen’s Association has gone on strike in response to failed wage negotiations with the United States Maritime Alliance, demanding a 77% pay increase and job security against automation, which could have a significant impact on the national economy.
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PATIENTS Program receives $9.4 Million grant to start health equity research hub at UMB
The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy has received $9.4 million in federal funding to serve as a health equity research hub, providing resources and expertise to help Community-Led, Health Equity Structural Interventions (CHESIs) achieve their goals and support community-led health equity research.
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Celebration of life to honor Melvin L. Stukes’ legacy of community service and impact
Melvin L. Stukes, a dedicated public servant and community advocate, passed away at his home in Pikesville, MD, leaving behind a legacy of service and a deep love for African American history and heritage.
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John Amos, beloved ‘Good Times’ star and Emmy-nominated actor, dies at 84
John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, has died at age 84 due to natural causes.
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Wealth Diversity Summit celebrates 10 years
The Generational Wealth Diversity Summit celebrated its 10th anniversary by providing resources to minority communities on how to pass down minority-owned businesses, with a panel of entrepreneurs sharing their experiences and insights on the importance of succession planning.
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Chad Helton joins Enoch Pratt Free Library as CEO and president
Chad Helton has been appointed as the new CEO and President of the Enoch Pratt Free Library system, with plans to continue the library’s work and expand its capacity to deliver programming and resources to the communities of Baltimore.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Upper Marlboro hosts the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo
The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo’s National Rodeo Finals celebrated its 40th anniversary in Upper Marlboro, Md., highlighting the Black cowboys and cowgirls who helped build the western part of the United States.
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Amtrak’s Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program raises concern from West Baltimore residents
Residents in West Baltimore are concerned about the impacts of Amtrak’s Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program, which is replacing the century-old Baltimore and Potomac Tunnel, on their homes, health, and safety, and are seeking a Title VI investigation into the project’s effects on Black residents.
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More U.S. schools are taking breaks for meditation– teachers say it helps students’ mental health
GreenLight Fund Atlanta is helping Georgia school systems pay for a mindfulness program for its students, which has been shown to help manage stress and emotions, particularly in low-income communities.
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A name that tells the whole story
Senator Cory V. McCray has introduced legislation to rename the Banneker-Douglass Museum in Maryland to the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum, in order to honor the legacy of Harriet Tubman and recognize her contributions to the fight for freedom, equality and justice.