The Greater Baltimore Urban League celebrated its 100th anniversary with a gala event that recognized the contributions of individuals and organizations to advancing the social, economic and political equity of Baltimore’s Black community.
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Posted inReligion
Apostle Leah E. White celebrates 30 years of service at Greater Faith Baptist Church
Greater Faith Baptist Church celebrated the 30th pastoral anniversary and retirement of Apostle Leah E. White, who was recognized for her 30 years of service and her unselfish service to the community.
Posted inBaltimore News
Glenard Middleton, former president of Baltimore’s AFSCME Local #44, dies
Glenard Middleton, a longtime Baltimore union leader and civil rights advocate, has passed away while in hospice care, leaving behind a legacy of fighting for the working class and a loving family.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore City Councilwoman Mary Pat Clarke dies at age 83
Mary Pat Clarke, former Baltimore City Council president and member, passed away on November 10, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy, compassion, and dedication to her community.
Posted inVeterans
How Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s ‘Year for Military Families’ stands to make change
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has declared 2024 the “Year for the Military Families” and has partnered with the Hidden Heroes campaign to ensure that resources are expedited to those in need, while also focusing on improving military recruitment and retention.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Special exhibits on women activists, religion and spirituality coming to D.C.
The National Museum of African American History and Culture is hosting a range of programming in November, including discussions on the Reconstruction era, the impact of Mary McLeod Bethune and other Black women activists, and new practices in African American religion and spirituality.
Posted inPrince George's County News
From the Middle East to the C-suite: Meet Eronica Dew, Air Force veteran and CEO of BES Solutions
Eronica Dew, a veteran of the US Air Force, credits the military for boosting her confidence, implementing structure in her life, and providing access to programs and resources to help her meet her goals.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland voters have their say in U.S. House races
Neil Parrott won the 6th Congressional District race against April McClain Delaney, while John Olszewski, Sarah Elfreth, Glenn Ivey, Steny Hoyer, Kweisi Mfume, Jamie Raskin, and Andy Harris all won reelection to their respective districts.
Posted inBUSINESS
Baltimore Together Summit to tackle community development and small business growth
The third annual Baltimore Together Summit, organized by the Baltimore Development Corporation, will be held at Baltimore Center Stage on Nov. 12 to discuss the city’s progress in fostering a stronger and more inclusive economy.
Posted in2024 Elections
Angela Alsobrooks makes history in Maryland’s U.S. Senate race
Angela Alsobrooks has been elected to the U.S. Senate to represent Maryland, becoming the first Black person to do so, and is committed to making the lives of Marylanders better through her public service.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland enshrines reproductive rights in state constitution
Maryland voted to approve a referendum affirming the right to reproductive freedom, making it a constitutional right, despite concerns that the broad language may allow lawmakers to apply unrelated concepts to the amendment.
Posted inPrince George's County News
HomeFree USA and Wells Fargo hosts homeownership workshop for Bowie State students
HomeFree USA and Wells Fargo hosted a homebuyer workshop at Bowie State University to educate renters on the affordable homeownership process, emphasizing the importance of homeownership as a pathway to wealth.
