Robert G. Clark, who became the first Black legislator in Mississippi since Reconstruction, died at age 96, having served as chairman of both the House Ethics Committee and the Education Committee, and as speaker pro tempore from 1992-2004.
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Posted inU.S. Government
Musk targets federal workers and federal contractors
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is preparing for the upcoming unemployment numbers, which are expected to be significant for federal job losses, and is offering help for those workers who have lost their jobs due to heavy-handed cuts to the federal workforce.
Posted inU.S. Government
White House suspends chief education data commissioner
Peggy Carr, the commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics, has been placed on administrative leave, potentially disrupting the collection of data that exposes racial disparities in the nation’s K-12 schools.
Posted inBaltimore News
Obituary: Claude Edward Hitchcock III, renowned Baltimore attorney, to be memorialized March 7
Claude Edward Hitchcock III, a respected Baltimore attorney, died at the age of 81, and his life will be celebrated on March 7 at the March Life Tribute Center.
Posted inU.S. Government
White House trade war draws swift retaliation from Mexico, Canada and China
President Trump imposed tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, and China retaliated with tariffs on U.S. farm exports, causing financial markets to drop and potentially rekindling inflation and paralyzing uncertainty for business.
Posted inNational News
24-hour marathon livestream launched as counterpoint to 47th president’s State of the Union
The “State of the People” town hall, hosted by Joy Reid and featuring various civil rights leaders and national advocates, will provide a 24-hour alternative to the expected State of the Union address, focusing on the truth and offering solutions for the nation’s challenges.
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Mfume and other top Democrats plan to sit out presidential address
Several Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Kweisi Mfume, are choosing to sit out the 47th president’s first congressional address of his second term due to concerns about the state of the union.
Posted inReligion
Blood clot awareness group to tour Southern Black churches
The National Blood Clot Alliance is launching a six-city bus tour to raise awareness of blood clots and their impact on the Black community, with a focus on preventing blood clots, identifying warning signs, and managing the condition.
Posted inBaltimore News
Delta women shed light on human trafficking, domestic abuse at self-defense workshop
The Baltimore Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. hosted a physical and mental health workshop to address domestic violence, human trafficking, self-care, and self-defense, in partnership with the House Of Ruth Maryland, Araminta, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
Posted inAfro Briefs
The National Business League celebrates 125th anniversary reaffirming commitment to Black economic freedom after DEI dismantling
The National Business League has launched “The Black Economic Freedom Movement” to digitize 1 million Black businesses and provide them with the tools to compete in the global market.
Posted inSports
Howard esports partners with Wizards District Gaming to compete in NBA 2K Basketball Tournament
The Howard University Esports Association participated in the NBA 2K’s Nothing But Internet esports tournament, representing Wizards District Gaming, and had the opportunity to showcase their skills and represent their school in a unique and innovative way.
Posted inBUSINESS
Maryland’s Small Business Reserve Program expands opportunities in state procurement
The Maryland Small Business Reserve Program, established in 2004, allows small businesses to compete as prime contractors in state procurement and provides financial control and security.