By Sean Yoes AFRO Baltimore Editor syoes@afro.com A video of a Baltimore Police Department (BPD) officer allegedly coughing intentionally near city residents has sparked strong reactions from leaders. The video shows the officer, who has not yet been identified, coughing as he walks by residents of a public housing community. Baltimore City Council President Brandon […]
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MSU President David Wilson Reflects on the Life and Legacy of a Morgan Icon
Dear Morgan Family, It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I share with you the unfortunate news of the passing of Earl G. Graves, Sr., a treasured member of our Morgan family. This son of Morgan was a legend in his own right and a great individual whose loss we mourn tremendously. […]
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St. Francis Center Works Together While Apart
By Jannette J. Witmyer Special to the AFRO Don’t be misled by the shuttered building at the corner of Linden Avenue and Whitelock Street. In spite of major setbacks to the organization’s construction plans, St. Francis Neighborhood Center (SFNC) continues to forge ahead and serve the needs of the families and children of Baltimore’s Reservoir Hill […]
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City Leaders Grapple with COVID-19
By Stephen Janis Special to the AFRO As the number of COVID-19 cases in Baltimore continues to climb, city officials are slashing services and being forced to make quick adjustments to combat its spread. As of April 7, the city reported 459 known cases, with nine deaths. Statewide Maryland’s case count climbed to 4,371 cases, […]
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Mayor Releases Emergency Plan for People Experiencing Homelessness: April 7, 2020
City Begins Transport of Residents Experiencing Homelessness to More Stable Housing Beginning this week, the Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services will begin to relocate vulnerable homeless residents over the age of 62 from the City’s three emergency shelters to motels. Mayor Young issued the following statement: “This effort allows our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness […]
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Mother and Son Die Within 24 Hours
By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO It has been said that grief is the price we pay for loving someone, and for some, grief hinders their ability to see God. But for the loved ones of Viola A. Robinson and her son, Andre R. Robinson, their affection is what allows them to see the […]
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AFRO Exclusive: Brown Praises Hogan, Criticizes Trump For COVID-19 Response
By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com After remaining conspicuously silent for the better part of his term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Anthony Brown (D-4) has put the gloves on and come out swinging against President Trump. In an exclusive conversation with the AFRO, he said the President was late in […]
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#SCOMCheckIn
Students in Dr. David Marshall’s Strategic Communications class at Morgan State University check in with each other during the quarantine. ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** #SCOMUP TV: Life and Learning During #COVID19
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THE RUN DOWN – TRUMP SIGNS STIMULUS BILL
By AFRO.COM / BE INSPIRED GLOBAL Host Micha Green talks Trump signing for stimulus checks and trending topics in the AFRO American Newspaper.
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‘Celebrating the Past, Claiming the Future’
By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO Over the past 195 years, the Metropolitan United Methodist Church congregation has built a reputation as a people of God who just won’t quit. Their strength is founded on their faith in God. They believe themselves to be a persistent people, and because of these characteristics Lead pastor, […]
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Sunday at Noon – A Time For Maryland To Pray
The Governor has called on Marylanders to pray and reflect this Sunday, April 5 at noon in response to COVID-19. Please get the word out to your congregations and friends to be praying and if feasible tune in to your online services for a collective virtual time of prayer. Paraphrasing the Governor’s remarks, this Sunday is Palm Sunday, […]
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AFRO Facts – U.S. Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams
By AFRO.COM / BE INSPIRED GLOBAL Host Micha Green Talks U.S Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams and his contributions to COVID-19 prevention.