Category: Baltimore News

Baltimore has seen nine more homicides to date than it did last year, but residents throughout the city say they have not noticed the increase. This suggests the violence which plagues the city has become so entrenched as to be unremarkable. As of April 13, Baltimore had seen 57 homicides. Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake has argued […]

The Western High School Class of 1964 is planning a 50+1 reunion weekend at the BWI Marriott, September 25 through September 27. Graduates and friends of WHS Class of 64 contact Melva Thomas at 410-982-5495 or Susan Tager at 410-532-5242 before April 30.

Del. Cory McCray, center, sponsor of the House bill to expand felon voter rights, poses with John Comer, left, and Perry Hopkins, two of the lead advocates on the issue, after the House passed McCray’s bill on April 8. (Courtesy Photo) Some late maneuvering spearheaded by Baltimore City legislators and advocates has helped secure passage […]

Choir Day will be celebrated at First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 3 p.m., April 26. Choirs from the DMV will visit and sing songs of praise and worship. The church is located at 602 N. Street, NW. All are welcome!

The St. Louis Church Concert Series presents “Spring at St. Louis.” (Facebook Photo) The St. Louis Church Concert Series presents, “Spring at St. Louis,” featuring Vivaldi’s Gloria, 4 p.m., April 26. Admission is free. Donations will be gratefully accepted. Respond to https://stlconcertseries.yapsody.com . The concert will be held at St. Louis Catholic Church, 12500 Clarksville, […]

Children are being asked to submit videos answering fun questions about why their Mom is a Federal Super Hero. The winner will receive a $1,000 gift card for their mom and runners up will receive a $100 Amazon gift cards. To enter, children ages 12 and younger of female federal employees must submit and upload […]

The ‘Believe and Move’ event will be hosted by Essence magazine Lifestyle & Relationship editor, Charreah Jackson. (Twitter Photo) NyRISE Consulting and Over Accessorized will host its 1st Believe and Move- A Night of Networking affair on April 23 at the Forum Caterers in Baltimore at 6 p.m. The event will be hosted by Essence […]

McBride Collections of Stories is celebrating three years of publishing children’s books. (Courtesy Image) McBride Collections of Stories is celebrating three years of publishing more than 45 diverse children’s books that seek to educate, entertain, and motivate readers ages 3-14. The party is 3 p.m., April 19, at My Thai Baltimore, 323 Central Avenue, Baltimore, Md. […]

Former felons can vote as long as their sentence is completed. Baltimore lawmakers have succeeded in guiding expanded voting rights for felons through the General Assembly. While it is not clear whether Gov. Larry Hogan (R) will sign the bill into law, supporters believe they have the votes to override a veto. Sen. Joan Conway […]

Listen at WEAA Live Stream: http://amber.streamguys.com.4020/live.m3u Local and national news reports and insights with our regular contributors; the AFRO’s Roberto Alejandro, investigative journalist Stephen Janis of The Real News Network and Taya Graham, co-editor of, “You Can’t Stop Murder: Truths About Policing in Baltimore and Beyond.”  Plus, 41st District Delegate Jill Carter gives an overview […]

It’s Baltimore Green Week. Ecofest is the first celebration of the planet Earth on April 18 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. There will be a full day of recreation and learning, fun for the family. Live music performances, delicious food and yoga classes are just some of the activities. The Baltimore Green Bowl and […]

To encourage  Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Stem) education, The Harbor City (MD) Chapter of the Links is hosting the ‘Dreamers and Achievers’ STEM Fair and Career Expo at Dunbar High School on April 18.  The event will include opportunities for students to meet and interact with professionals, as well as showcase their completed STEM […]