Urban One founder and Washington legend Cathy Hughes received the district’s highest civic honor on July 15 as Mayor Muriel Bowser presented her with the Key to the City during a special edition of Majic Wednesdays at Sycamore and Oak in Ward 8.
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Posted inNational News
Independent autopsy: Nolan Wells cause of death ‘undetermined’
The independent autopsy results of 18-year-old college freshman Nolan Wells were revealed at a July 22 press conference. The results were detailed by civil rights attorney Ben Crump during a live stream from the NAACP’s 117th National Convention in Chicago. Wells’ cause of death was found to be “undetermined.”
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore Ravens’ community outreach efforts continue with $1 million investment to end gun violence
The Baltimore Ravens have invested $1 million investment to six organizations on a mission to stop gun violence through prevention, crisis response and long-term recovery.
Posted inNational News
Nolan Wells remembered for his gentle spirit as Rev. Al Sharpton demands truth about his death
The Rev. Al Sharpton offered a $100,000 reward for information during the funeral of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, whose mysterious death following a July 4 boat trip in Mississippi has sparked calls for a transparent investigation.
Posted inBaltimore News
Six injured, one critically, in Southwest Baltimore shooting
The Baltimore Police Department is investigating a shooting on the 2600 block of Hollins Ferry Road that injured six young men on July 19, leaving one victim in critical condition.
Posted inBaltimore News
BPD investigates potential hate crime after Sacred White Knights note found in Fells Point
By Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is investigating a potential hate crime that took place in Fells Point on July 17. According to BPD, investigators found a plastic bag containing rocks and a note from a white supremacist organization on the 1600 block of Thames Street. A photo of the […]
Posted inINTERNATIONAL
Guyana launches criminal probe as crews scour waters for survivors after ferry capsizes
Guyanese authorities launched an investigation into the capsize of the MV Barima after rescuers discovered dozens of undocumented passengers were likely on board during the disaster.
Posted inBaltimore News
Jamar R. Brown takes helm of Enoch Pratt Free Library boards
Baltimore attorney Jamar R. Brown has taken over as chair of the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s boards, where he will focus on partnerships, infrastructure needs and expanding access to library resources.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Prince George’s County Council passes two-year moratorium on data center development
The Prince George’s County Council approved a two-year moratorium on new data center development on July 7, citing environmental concerns and the need for further research into long-term impacts.
Posted inNEWS
Harriet Tubman Museum seeks community support after first-ever break-in
The Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center in Cambridge, Md., is recovering from its first-ever break-in after thieves stole its donation box and damaged a door that is part of a celebrated Harriet Tubman mural. Museum leaders are seeking $25,000 to repair the damage, upgrade security and reopen the nonprofit institution, which had just resumed operations following yearlong flood-related renovations.
Posted inNEWS
Hate crime charges filed after intruder confronts Craig Melvin at ‘Today’ show
NBC “Today” co-host Craig Melvin was unharmed after an intruder breached security at 30 Rockefeller Center, allegedly confronted him while searching for Al Roker and shouted a racial slur before being arrested on hate crime charges. The incident has renewed concerns about the safety of journalists and the disproportionate harassment Black reporters and broadcasters often face while doing their jobs.
Posted inBaltimore News
Wildfire smoke threatens air quality, health across Baltimore
Major cities across the United States are experiencing severely poor air quality as a result of wildfires in Canada. The Maryland Department of the Environment issued a Code Purple Air Quality for Baltimore City on July 17, with local and statewide officials urging residents and visitors to minimize their time outdoors.
