A family disagreement between two brothers spilled on to the streets of Charles Village and landed at the AFRO’s front door Sept. 21. “I’ve never seen anyone act like this […]
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Car Buffs Convene for Children’s Guild Fundraiser
In 2009, thousands crowded Baltimore’s Harbor East to see a stunning display of elegant dream cars – Lamborghini, Ferrari and Alfa Romeo models – alongside Italian motorcycles at the Viva […]
Hines Named President of Baltimore Co. Board of Ed.
Baltimore businessman Earnest Hines has been elected the new president of the Board of Education for Baltimore County Public Schools following the retirement of three-term president JoAnn Murphy. Currently serving […]
First Generation Students Receive a Helping Hand at Notre Dame
Making the transition from high school to college can be a difficult process, especially if the student is the first in generations to pursue a tertiary degree. Research from the […]
Retail Job Losses Contribute to Maryland Unemployment Rate Increase
WASHINGTON — Retail job losses helped boost Maryland’s unemployment rate to 7.3 percent from 7.1 percent, making it one of only two states to see a statistically significant increase last […]
Showcase Honors, Entertains Baltimore’s Grandparents
On Sept. 12, Baltimore’s most mature residents visited the Delta Community Center for “Great Blessings: A Grandparents Day Celebration” hosted by MarvaD Events. The program, hosted by ABC 2 News […]
Baltimore State’s Attorney Jessamy Ready to Move Forward After Primary Election Loss
Baltimore State’s Attorney Patricia Jessamy conceded the primary election to challenger Gregg Bernstein on Sept. 17, ending her 15-year tenure as the city’s top prosecutor. After a count of absentee […]
Druid Hill Park Turns 150
One of the cornerstones of African-American history and life in Baltimore will be 150 years old in October. Druid Hill Park was originally developed as part of a major urban […]
Meteorologist Lynette Charles Joins ABC2 Storm Team
“I am so excited to have Lynette join our weather team. Her knowledge, energy and enthusiasm are infectious;” says News Director Kelly Groft in a statement. “We are fortunate that […]
Many Important Races ‘Too Close to Call’
The voters of Baltimore City have spoken. But it doesn’t appear they spoke loudly enough, because at the end of the preliminary counting in the Sept. 14 primary, in the […]
Judge Marcella Holland Begins Term as New Chair of National Bar Association Judicial Council
Baltimore City Circuit Administrative Judge Marcella Holland has begun her term as the new chair of the National Bar Association Judicial Council. Judge Holland was sworn into office during the […]
Pancreatic, Liver Specialist Joins Saint Agnes Medical Staff
Saint Agnes Hospital recently introduced Baltimore-based doctor Steven Cunningham as the newest member of its medical staff. The Johns Hopkins-trained pancreatic and liver surgery specialist is also board-certified in general […]