Washington, D.C. leaders will remove the “Black Lives Matter” mural near the White House to avoid funding cuts threatened by White House leadership, after Mayor Muriel Bowser struggled to fend off threats of encroachment from both President Donald Trump and the Republican-controlled Congress.
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Posted inNational News
1 arrested, more suspects sought after Southern University fraternity hazing death
One arrest has been made in connection with the death of 20-year-old Southern University student Caleb Wilson, who died as a direct result of a fraternity hazing ritual, and the fraternity’s campus chapter has been ordered to cease all activities.
Posted inHealth, Health, NEWS
How getting ill in Mexico saved my life
Blood clots can form deep within the veins of the legs and travel through the body, potentially causing serious maladies such as stroke and death, so it is important to pay attention to symptoms and seek medical treatment if suspected.
Posted inEditorial
The Black women who built the AFRO: A legacy of truth and trailblazing journalism
The AFRO-American Newspapers has a rich history of journalistic excellence, thanks to the contributions of many Black women, including Frances L. Murphy II, Elizabeth “Bettye” Murphy Moss, Ida Murphy Peters, Vashti Murphy Matthews, Carlita Murphy Jones, Elizabeth Murphy Oliver, and many others.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Meet Ebony McMorris, the White House correspondent not afraid to tell the truth
Ebony McMorris, a White House correspondent for American Urban Radio Network, emphasizes the importance of the Black Press in reporting the truth and holding those in power accountable, especially in times of oppression and fear.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland federal properties targeted for sale – but the list changed (then disappeared)
The Trump administration published a list of 443 federal office properties for sale, but the list was later revised and removed, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Providence of Maryland welcomes Dr. Tanya Millner to Board of Directors
Providence of Maryland has appointed Tanya Millner, Ed.D., to its Board of Directors, bringing her leadership skills and commitment to inclusive environments to the organization.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Faith coalition protests outside U.S. Capitol, demands Congress defend Constitution
Faith-based organizations gathered outside the U.S. Capitol to demand Congress defend against the 47th president’s assault on the Constitution and vulnerable communities, and will continue to do so every Wednesday in March if demands are not met.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland must produce more electricity
Maryland’s reliance on imported electricity and its push for renewable energy sources could lead to widespread reliability risks, prompting the need for urgent action by the Maryland General Assembly to delay the closure of coal facilities and accelerate the growth of renewables.
Posted inNational News
Members of Congress remember life and legacy of Rep. Sylvester Turner
Rep. Sylvester Turner, a lifelong public servant and former mayor of Houston, has died at the age of 70, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and advocacy that transformed the city he loved.
Posted inNational News
Members of the Congressional Black Caucus condemn U.S. president’s address in joint session of Congress as ‘misleading’ and ‘divisive’
President Trump’s 2025 address before a joint session of Congress was criticized by Democratic lawmakers as a misleading, hyper-partisan speech that ignored the struggles of everyday Americans and failed to offer concrete solutions to lower costs for working families.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Robert Clark, Mississippi’s first Black lawmaker after Civil Rights era, dies at 96
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.
