Inmates at the Baltimore County Detention Center in Towson, Md. have alleged that bacteria in the water is causing rampant infection on Tier 4H, and they have been given medication to treat the infection but the source of the exposure has not been addressed.
Category: Baltimore News
Posted inEducation
In the classroom: How educators are teaching Thanksgiving lessons to the next generation
Educators in Maryland grapple with how to address the controversial history of Thanksgiving in the classroom, as the holiday is a reminder of centuries of brutality against Native Americans and massacres by Europeans.
Posted inHBCU
Morgan State University enrollment swells to nearly 11,000, breaking record for fourth consecutive year
Morgan State University has recorded its fourth consecutive year of record first-year student growth and overall student enrollment, bucking national trends for higher education, with a 9.4% increase over the previous year and a 4% increase in enrollment for first-year students.
Posted inBaltimore News
Dru Hill honored with ceremonial street signs in Baltimore
Dru Hill, a legendary R&B group, received a heartfelt tribute with street name signs honoring their contributions to the city of Baltimore and their impact on the community.
Posted inBaltimore News
Men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity host ‘Thanksgiving for All’ in West Baltimore
The men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity served a Thanksgiving meal to residents of City View McCulloh Homes, focusing on senior citizens, with the help of the Kappa League.
Posted inSports
Morgan State Bears defeat Howard Bison in Baltimore
Morgan State University Bears defeated Howard University Bison 35-21 in a football game held in Baltimore, with standout performances from quarterback Kobe Muasau and receiver Cyrus Wilson.
Posted inMaryland News
How to become MBE certified in Maryland and use the virtual procurement system
The Governor’s Minority and Small Business Outreach Summit provided tips on how to find success in the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program, including eligibility requirements, personal net worth cap, and the eMMA system for state solicitations.
Posted inOPINION
Why I’m proud to be a Marylander in spite of the election results
Vice President Kamala Harris received over 60% of the votes in Maryland, reflecting the state’s commitment to unity, compassion, and progress, and Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO-American Newspapers, reflects on her Maryland roots and the state’s legacy of freedom fighters.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore Museum of Art celebrates 110th anniversary
The Baltimore Museum of Art celebrated its 110th anniversary with a sold out BMA Ball, honoring artists LaToya Ruby Frazier and Sir John Akomfrah, and raising over $900,000, while Governor Wes Moore emphasized the importance of the arts community for a thriving city.
Posted inCommentary
Commentary: Post-election reflections and a call to action: What’s next for our community?
Associated Black Charities hosted a Community Convos to discuss the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, revealing the depth of the community’s divisions and the potential for collective action, with a focus on systemic issues such as education, healthcare, and over-incarceration.
Posted inBUSINESS
Business Over Breakfast: Addressing Maryland’s procurement landscape for minority and veteran businesses
The Maryland Black Caucus Foundation hosted its 29th annual Legislative Weekend to discuss top issues for state lawmakers, including increasing minority, veteran and women business participation in the state’s procurement and contracting ecosystem.
Posted inFood
Three recipes to put on the Thanksgiving table this year
The AFRO team has provided three easy-to-make recipes for Thanksgiving, including garlic parmesan mashed potatoes, miso maple brussels sprouts with bacon, and pinwheels with goat cheese and sundried tomato pesto, which are sure to please any guests.
