The Baltimore Ceasefire 365 organization began a Baltimore Peace Challenge for the city in 2017. There were over 50 events, countless residents received resources they needed, and there was no murder for a total of 67 out of the 72 hours. (Courtesy Photo) By Erricka Bridgeford Co-founder of Baltimore Ceasefire 365 Murder might be the […]
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How to be the revolution
Erricka Bridgeford is the co-founder of Baltimore Ceasefire 365, a city-wide call to action to stopshootings, stabbings and overall murders in Baltimore City. (Courtesy Photo) By Errika Bridgeford As teenagers, Mike and Jerri were very sure of a decision they’d made together: “We will have a boy who will change the world. We will name […]
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The evolution of `Daddy King’ from `Michael’ to `Martin’
Martin Luther King Sr., an influential minister and civil rights leader in his own right, was known as Michael King before he changed his name and the name of his oldest son to Martin Luther King in 1934. (Photo courtesy of Youtube/Twitter) By Sean Yoes AFRO Senior Reporter syoes@afro.com As we all attempt to fully […]
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End-of-life responders need ‘frontline’ recognition
Brittany Greene and Hari Close (Courtesy Photo) By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO When you think of first responders fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare professionals initially come to mind, doctors, nurses, hospital maintenance workers and the gambit tending to the needs of those infected. However, there is a group of responders we tend to […]
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Coppin State bowling signs Jalyne Myers for 2021-22 season
BALTIMORE – Coppin State bowling head coach Shaunita Middleton announced that Jalyne Myers (New Braunfels, Texas/Canyon HS) has signed a National Letter of Intent to compete for the Eagles, starting in the 2021-22 season. Myers is the first bowler to commit to CSU for next season. “I’m excited to welcome Jalyne to the Coppin family and have her a part […]
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State of Maryland funds Morgan State’s launch of new center for urban health equity
Dr. Lorece Edwards from the School of Community Health & Policy engaging in scholarship related to public health. (Photos Courtesy of Morgan State University) Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Commits Annual Appropriation of $3 Million to University’s Operational Budget to Fund Research to Combat Disparities in Communities Statewide BALTIMORE — Morgan State University—Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban Research […]
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Letter for Afro-from the Randallstown NAACP on the Capitol unrest.
The Randallstown NAACP vehemently condemns the violent and criminal acts at the U.S. Capitol. In an effort to support our community, and provide a safe environment free of inequality, Randallstown NAACP is committed to maintaining a strong partnership with our community. The key to reinforcing our support is open communication. For this, we would like […]
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Union Baptist Church and the B&O Railroad Museum celebrate the civil rights movement
Reverend Dr. Alvin Hathaway, Sr. and the B&O Railroad Museum will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., an the civil rights movement. (Courtesy Photos) Baltimore, MD – January 12, 2021 – The B&O Railroad Museum is honored to host the Union Baptist Church this holiday weekend in celebrating the legacy of Dr. […]
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George D. Mitchell, Sr.- from labor to reward
George Davis Mitchell Sr. (Couresy Photo) George Davis Mitchell Sr. was the youngest of the four Mitchell brothers. He was born on January 1, 1952 and passed away Dec. 28, 2020. George became involved in his family’s fight for freedom early in life, with the encouragement of his mother, noted civil rights attorney Juanita Jackson […]
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Close in life and in death
This family photo includes Rippen, who is being held by his father, Dr. Lloyd Bowser Jr.; with his parents, Lloyd Bowser Sr. and Dr. Geneva Bowser, and his brothers, Dr. Lester and Lydell Bowser. (Courtesy Photo) By Ralph E. Moore Special to the AFRO Two family members with the same name and the same give-back-to-the-community […]
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Op-ed: Non-traditional public health messengers
Dr. Sherita Golden and Rev. Kobi Little. (AFRO screenshot and Twitter photo) Submitted by Dr. Sherita Golden and Rev. Kobi Little The year 2020 will likely be remembered forever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Most heartbreaking this year, has been the disproportionate number of infections, hospitalizations, and deaths impacting the African-American communities in Baltimore and […]
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“Morgan State Alumni Chapter awards $45,000 in scholarships in lieu of MLK Scholarship Breakfast”
“Morgan State Alumni Chapter Awards $45,000 In Scholarships In Lieu of MLK Scholarship Breakfast” The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has cancelled many charitable fund-raising events since the Spring of 2020. One such event is the 36th Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast that was scheduled to take place this weekend. However, the Howard […]