Youth in Cherry Hill are working with their elders to strengthen community connections and address safety concerns through the Cherry Hill Elder Safety Survey, led by the Youth Resiliency Institute and the Switching Lanes Adult and Youth Institute.
Category: Baltimore News
Posted inArts & Culture
Tom Miller week returns to Baltimore
The Fifth Annual Tom Miller Week will take place from Feb. 15–22 with events hosted at the Eubie Blake National Jazz and Cultural Center, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum, celebrating the life and work of renowned artist Tom Miller through community art-making, an oral history circle and the auction of a never-before-seen screenprint.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore County residents want action: End BGE’s multi year rate plans and increased rates
Many Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. customers are seeing extreme increases in their electric bills this month, prompting calls for the Maryland Public Service Commission to do away with the multiyear rate plans that have led to excessive rate hikes.
Posted inReligion
Walking with God: Faith leaders discuss the role of the church and social justiceÂ
The Black church has long been a pillar of the Black community and has played a significant role in advancing civil rights and addressing systemic injustices, with many pastors and faith leaders continuing to use their platforms to advocate for social justice and equality.
Posted inOPINION
Commentary: Mack Lewis Gym inspiring a community through grit and transformation
The Mack Lewis Gym in East Baltimore, founded in 1951, continues to serve as a safe haven for young people, providing discipline, purpose and a path forward through the sport of boxing, and has recently received a $200,000 capital bond initiative to upgrade the facility and prioritize academics over athletics.
Posted inBaltimore News
Honoring MLK: How Councilman Antonio Glover leads with service and faith in East Baltimore
Councilman Antonio “Tony” Glover (D-District 13) is a public servant who is carrying the torch of Martin Luther King Jr. by providing hands-on engagement in the community and advocating for improved working conditions and fair wages for DPW workers.
Posted inMaryland News
Making change: Maryland Public Defender Natasha M. Dartigue talks 2025 priorities
Natasha M. Dartigue became the first person of color to lead the Maryland Office of the Public Defender in 2022, and is now focusing on ending the automatic charging of children as adults, limiting police interaction with the public during traffic stops, and addressing the disparity in resources for public defenders.
Posted inNational Sports
Buffalo Bills beat Baltimore Ravens 27-25 in playoffs, advance to AFC championship
The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs will face off in the AFC championship game, while the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders will meet in the NFC championship game.
Posted inNational News
Young leaders continue Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy locally and abroad
Three young leaders, Shaquayah McKenzie, Jadayah S. Muhammad and Rashad D. Staton, are continuing the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by advocating for social justice, equity and opportunities for marginalized communities, and are working to address systemic issues such as poverty, systemic racism and inequality.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore Ravens legend Jamal Lewis brings fans together ahead of Super Bowl FanFest
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Jamal Lewis hosted a meet-and-greet to promote the Verizon Super Bowl FanFest, which will take place on Super Bowl Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium, offering a celebration of football, community, and the Ravens’ thrilling playoff journey.
Posted inBaltimore News
Eric Dupree, radio co-host and active community member, dead at 42
Eric Dupree, a part-time driver for former State Sen. Larry Young and radio show co-host, died suddenly at the age of 42, leaving his family struggling to cope with his loss.
Posted inNational Sports
Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off for a berth in the AFC championship game
Quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off against each other in the AFC divisional round for a spot in the AFC championship game.