Baltimore City officials are seeking applicants to oversee the transformation of two Downtown Baltimore hotels into permanent supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness, using federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.
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Cherry Hill Arts and Music Waterfront Festival returns for eighth year
The Cherry Hill Arts and Music Waterfront Festival celebrated its eighth anniversary on July 4, featuring performances from Sister Carol, N’Dea Davenport, Navasha Daya, Orquesta Nfuzion, and more, as well as educational activities and fireworks.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore City Council to hold hearings on opioid crisis
Baltimore City Councilmembers Danielle McCray and Mark Conway have announced upcoming legislative hearings on the opioid crisis, with the goal of understanding the problem and finding solutions.
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Harford County school board denies AP African American Studies course
Harford County Public School students will not be able to take AP African American Studies next year after the Board of Education voted against it becoming a permanent course in the district.
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Big3 makes stop in Baltimore as the league gains more popularity
The Big3 basketball series, created by Ice Cube, is a 3-on-3 basketball league that has gained popularity due to its unique rules and roster of NBA and international players, and has recently announced the sale of three franchises to establish more team bases.
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Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center opens in Baltimore
The Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, a $50 million dollar initiative spearheaded by Dr. Alvin C. Hathaway Sr., was opened on July 2 in Baltimore, with over 200 people in attendance to celebrate the legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and the opening of the building.
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State, local leaders celebrate Baltimore Red Line
Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon M. Scott have announced that the Red Line will be a light rail instead of a rapid bus system, with the state continuing to work with the community and federal and local partners throughout the process.
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Maryland Legal Aid sues Baltimore City for ‘unconstitutional’ tax sale
Maryland Legal Aid and the Edmondson Community Organization have filed a lawsuit against the city of Baltimore, alleging that its tax sale process is unconstitutional and deprives residents of the generational equity they are due.
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We celebrate Juneteenth, but Baltimore County residents want more
Juneteenth is a celebration of the abolition of slavery in the United States, and it is important to put real action behind the celebrations by addressing systemic racism and implementing equity and social justice policies and practices.
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Mentoring Black Male Teens in the Hood: Investing in the lives of young Black men
Cameron Miles’ Mentoring Male Teens In the Hood program is exposing Black adolescent males to cultural adventures through travel, including a recent trip to Alabama, to help them succeed and learn about their heritage.
Posted inHealth
Experts speak on colorectal cancer, recommend screenings at younger ages
Colorectal cancer is becoming more common in younger people, and the American Cancer Society recommends adults aged 45-75 be screened for it, as it disproportionately affects the Black community and early diagnosis is crucial for a positive outcome.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
Baltimore, D.C. and the surrounding neighborhoods are hosting a variety of events this month, including free health screenings, movie marathons, live concert performances, and more.
