Federal prosecutors have charged the chief engineer of the cargo ship Dali in the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, alleging he failed to report a hazardous fuel pump system to the U.S. Coast Guard. Authorities say the improper equipment contributed to a second power outage that preceded the crash, which killed six construction workers.
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#DoRightApple: Unionized Towson workers rally against store closure
Unionized workers at the Towson Town Center Apple Store rallied on May 27 to protest the planned closure of their location and demand what they say is fair treatment in the transition process. The union representing them alleges Apple is denying automatic transfers offered at other closing stores, a claim the company has not publicly addressed.
Posted inMaryland News
FACT FOCUS: No. 47 falsely accuses Maryland of sending ‘illegal’ mail-in ballots to voters
An Associated Press fact check debunked the 47th president’s claim that Maryland officials illegally mailed 500,000 ballots to voters to help Democrats win elections. State election officials said a vendor error caused some voters to receive incorrect primary ballots, prompting replacement mailings with safeguards in place to prevent duplicate voting or fraud.
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Gov. Moore dedicates historical marker to children who suffered at former Cheltenham facility for Black boys
Maryland Governor Wes Moore, leaders of the faith community and other state officials came together on May 6 to unveil a new highway marker recognizing the boys who died while in custody at the former House of Reformation for Colored Boys, now the Cheltenham Youth Detention Center.
Posted inBaltimore News
Mfume secures $500k grant to expand job training for returning citizens
By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com The National Center on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA) closed out national Second Chance Month with a $500,000 federal grant secured by Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.-07) during the federal appropriations process to support returning citizens and prevent recidivism. The funds, which were delivered on April 27, will be used for 50 […]
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Moore kicks off 2026 reelection bid with high-energy rallies and promises to ‘finish the job’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore officially launched his 2026 reelection campaign with energetic rallies in Baltimore and Prince George’s County, drawing strong support from community members and local leaders. Joined by Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller and their families, Moore highlighted his administration’s achievements and pledged continued focus on public safety, education and economic growth.
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Many retirees rely on Social Security—but confusion and delays can cost them
Many Black retirees rely on Social Security as a primary source of income, but experts say confusion about when to claim benefits and missing documentation can lead to reduced payments or delays.
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Opinion: Baltimore and Maryland are investing billions in transit—so why aren’t residents building wealth along the way?
Michael Eugene Johnson is creator of the Pikes Studio Cinema and cofounder of Black Men Unifying Black Men. This week, he argues that new development near transit needs to include ownership opportunities for average residents in order to foster distributed, generational wealth.
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Leon Bridges dies at 93
By AFRO Staff The AFRO is saddened to learn of the death of Leon Bridges, who formed his own firm, Leon Bridges AIA, in 1963, and became the first registered African-American architect in the state of Maryland. A wake for Bridges will be held on April 26 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at March […]
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First Lady Dawn Moore hosts third annual ‘A Woman’s Work’ brunch
Maryland First Lady Dawn Moore and the Foundation of the Preservation of Government House hosted the third annual “A Woman’s Work” Women’s Economic Empowerment Brunch on April 18 at the Government House. Attendees included co-founder of Black Entertainment Network (BET) Sheila Johnson, Wanda Durant and Angel Webb Reese.
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Cannabis, justice and religion: My journey to leading a dispensary
Rev. Dr. Heber Brown III is an author, nonprofit executive and now, CEO of Marula Wellness Dispensary. This week, he shares his inspiration for pursuing and opening his own marijuana dispensary.
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Dr. Carla Hayden and Dr. Kimberly Moffitt appointed to Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission
By Maryland Public Television Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has appointed Dr. Carla D. Hayden and Dr. Kimberly R. Moffitt to serve on the Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission, Maryland Public Television’s (MPT) 11-member governing body. The Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission was created by statute in 1966 to establish and maintain a system of educational and cultural […]
