An 83-year-old Bethesda man, Abraham Dabela, has been missing since June 7 and is believed to be driving a blue 2015 Volvo XC60, and the Montgomery County Department of Police is seeking the public’s help in locating him.
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Celebrating hoops and history: Baltimore’s Milan Brown is just getting started
Milan Brown, a standout senior from Mercy High School in Baltimore, closed her high school basketball career with a storybook ending — hitting exactly 2,000 career points on her final free throws. Off the court, she’s authored two books, started a nonprofit and received 33 Division I offers, including from Harvard. Now headed to Wake Forest, she continues to balance elite athletics, academics, and community impact with drive and humility.
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Lt. Cols. Leslie and Herbert Lorfils retire from the Army after a combined six decades, while raising 12 children
By Big Media Agency (WASHINGTON, D.C.) Lt. Cols. Leslie and Herbert Lorfils proudly announce their retirements from the United States Army, concluding more than six combined decades of exemplary service. The Lorfils, a married couple who have skillfully balanced their distinguished military careers while raising 12 children, will officially celebrate their retirement together in a […]
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Coppin State University announces new provost and vice president of academic affairs
Dr. Chanta M. Haywood has been appointed as Coppin State University’s new provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, bringing extensive higher education leadership experience and a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success.
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Alsobrooks delivers encouraging, but tough message to Class of 2025
U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks delivered a candid and motivational speech at Bowie State University’s commencement, urging graduates to embrace discomfort and challenge as they step into their professional lives. She emphasized the importance of resilience and assured them that their presence would make a significant impact in every room they enter.
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Thousands turn out for Artscape’s Memorial Day makeover
By Alexis TaylorAFRO Managing Editor Artscape returned to Baltimore at a different time of year and in a new location over the 2025 Memorial Day weekend. Thousands packed the downtown Baltimore area to hear the likes of LeToya Luckett, Tweet, Fantasia, Robin Thicke and more on May 24 and 25. The dates for the country’s […]
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Locals celebrate D.C. Natives Day 2025 with live trivia showdown
Dwayne Lawson-Brown, a poet, author and artist known as the “Crochet Kingpin,” serves as host of the inaugural “Ask a D.C. Native, Live!” event, held in honor of D.C. Natives Day. Shown here, Lawson-Brown (standing) as he introduces a trivia category to test audience knowledge of slang used by D.C. natives.
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“To Baltimore With Love”: Call for artists – $500 honorarium for selected creators
“To Baltimore With Love,” a new exhibition curated by Baltimore Unity Hall and The Mary Ann Connelly Fund in Support of Artists, invites local creators to celebrate the city’s spirit through art. Submissions are open until June 9, 2025, with selected artists receiving a $500 honorarium.
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Tisha Edwards takes on new role as CEO of Maryland Bankers Association
Tisha Edwards, a longtime public servant and equity advocate, recently became president and CEO of the Maryland Bankers Association. She aims to strengthen community banking ties and elevate women of color in leadership.
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Meet the Black CIA officer fired over a rap song
Steve Gary Jones Jr., a former CIA employee from Maryland, is using his memoir, rap music, and entertainment to expose alleged systemic racism within the agency, claiming he was fired over a song that challenged racial injustice.
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Morgan’s Spring Commencement highlights growth and excellence, legacy and leadership
Morgan State University celebrated one of its largest graduating classes during its 148th Spring Commencement, awarding 1,022 degrees and recognizing notable achievements including a record 60 doctoral candidates and the university’s first graduates in Mechatronics Engineering and Musical Theatre. Keynote speaker Thasunda Brown Duckett inspired graduates to pursue impactful leadership, while student and faculty honorees emphasized perseverance, legacy, and the transformative power of a Morgan education.
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Baltimore artists take center stage in prestigious $30K Sondheim Art Prize show
The Walters Art Museum is presenting the 2025 Janet and Walter Sondheim Art Prize Finalists Exhibition, featuring the work of five finalists, and the award ceremony will take place on June 26.
