Category: Baltimore News

Coppin State University has announced the death of long-time administrator, alumnus, and supporter, Dr. Clayton McNeill. McNeill, a member of the CSU class of 1969, served as vice president of Student Life and executive vice president of Administration and Finance during his career at Coppin, according to the announcement from the university. McNeill and his […]

In less than one month, Lenora Delores Ming-Cobb will celebrate 100 years of life with family, friends, great health and cake. On March 8, Cobb’s family will throw her a surprise celebration in honor of her 100th birthday at The Forum Caterers in west Baltimore, where she will spend the evening with nearly 200 friends […]

On the same day as the devastating shooting massacre at Columbia Mall in Howard County, that left three people dead and five injured, another senseless murder took place, this time in Baltimore. Lavar Crawford, 16, was found dead on E. 28th street, near Hugo Avenue, near his aunt’s house, around 11:30 p.m. His mother, Lartasha […]

BALTIMORE (AP) — Maryland’s medical examiner says there have been at least 37 deaths since September in the state from a batch of heroin that is tainted with fentanyl. Dr. David Fowler said Friday that the 37 deaths represent about 12 percent of the 318 overdose deaths during that period. Ten of the deaths occurred […]

Baltimore police reported four deaths in the final week of January, bringing to 26 the 2014 homicide tally, the bloodiest start to a year since 2007 when 28 killings occurred in January. The most lethal day was Jan. 30 when police, dispatched at 9:40 a.m. to the 1500 block of Cole Street, found a man […]

Sandra E. Chandler, who helped her mother, Dr. Bea Gaddy, in her charitable work providing food, shelter and financial assistance to the Baltimore area’s needy, died Jan. 30 after suffering a massive heart attack. According to news reports, she died in Alabama, but will be returned home for burial. Chandler, along with her sister Cynthia […]

For the 10th consecutive year, Saint Agnes Hospital is partnering with congregations across Baltimore to offer Red Dress Sunday, a faith-based initiative that strives to educate women about the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and the steps that can be taken to live a heart healthy life. Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake and Saint Agnes cardiovascular experts […]

The Living History Group presents four shows of “Single Black Female,” Feb. 12-15, at the Eubie Blake Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard St. in Baltimore. Curtain times are 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m. The play, by Lisa B. Thompson, directed by Shelby Chapman, is another of the unique cultural experiences the Living History […]

Namyanka is observing its 20th year in ministry during its annual Black History Month Celebration “When and Where I Enter – A Celebration in Music, Dance and Spoken Word,” 5 p.m., Feb. 23, at Lake Clifton High School Auditorium, 2801 St. Lo Drive, Baltimore. Seating is limited so tickets can be obtained from any member […]

Far more than basketball was offered at the 18th Annual Baltimore City Public Schools Basketball Academy, held at Morgan State University from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25. Nearly 600 middle and high school students who participated also learned about SAT preparation, financial literacy, college admissions, gang awareness and more. Attendees completed community service projects by […]

Phillip Harrison II, the grandson of former Del. Hattie Harrison (D-Balto.) has been indicted in connection with the theft of $17,600 in campaign funds, according to a statement from the state prosecutor’s office. Harrison is charged in Anne Arundel County Circuit Court with felony theft, fraudulent misappropriation of campaign funds and an election law violation. […]

In an effort to encourage Baltimore residents to embrace healthy living, award winning actress and former American Idol contestant Jennifer Hudson teamed up with Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and city health officials this week to launch the expansion of B’More for Healthy Babies—a healthy communities grant program—sponsored by Weight Watchers. On Jan. 21, about 80 women […]