Nikki Giovanni, a celebrated poet, author and activist, died at 81 years old after a recent diagnosis of lung cancer, leaving a void in the literary world and a legacy of impacting generations with her words and actions.
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Posted inCongressional Black Caucus (CBC)
Lawmakers prepare to challenge policies of incoming presidentÂ
The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has grown to a historic 62 members, marking the largest number of Black federal lawmakers in U.S. history, and is gearing up to fight injustice and other racist initiatives, such as the implementation of the anti-minority Project 2025.
Posted inReligion
Old traditions, new paths: The priesthood of Merrick Moses
Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware profiles Baltimore-based priest Father Merrick Moses, who is a cradle Roman Catholic, Benedictine monk, and LGBTQ+ advocate, and who uses his personal and spiritual journey to inspire others to walk out their faith.
Posted inWord In Black
New clean air rules help communities suffering from pollution
The EPA has tightened restrictions on nitrogen oxide emissions from power plants and other industrial facilities, which will benefit Black communities who are disproportionately exposed to these pollutants.
Posted inHealth
The first 1,000 days: How to support brain development in babies and toddlers
High-quality early learning in the first 1,000 days of life is essential for the development of healthy brains, with caregivers playing a crucial role in building the foundation for learning and minimizing exposure to toxic stress.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore City leaders announce schedule for 2025 festivals with Artscape slotted for May
Baltimore City has announced a new festival schedule for 2025, with Artscape moving to May, AFRAM on June 21 and June 22, the Baltimore Caribbean Festival on July 12 and July 13, and Charm City Live on Sept. 20, while the Baltimore Advisory Committee on Caribbean Affairs has been created to advise the Mayor’s office, Baltimore City Council and all city agencies on the needs of the local Caribbean community.
Posted inBaltimore News
Members of 74th Baltimore City Council term hear from former leaders at Coppin State University
Baltimore City Council President Zeke Cohen convened members of the Baltimore City Council at Coppin State University for a two-day retreat to build a culture of collaboration and learning, with former council members offering advice on how to remain aware of how they conduct themselves in the public eye.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Local community organizations receive $10 million to assist students with school commute
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement, Collaborative Solutions for Communities, Georgia Avenue Family Support Collaborative and National Association for the Advancement of Returning Citizens have received $10 million to support D.C. youth as they travel to and from school through the Safe Passage, Safe Blocks program.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Rap icon Kurtis Blow to spread holiday joy as emcee for ‘The Hip Hop Nutcracker’
Rap icon Kurtis Blow will serve as the special guest emcee for “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” at The National Theatre in Washington, D.C. from Dec. 20-22.
Posted inBaltimore News
Meet LaVonda N. Reed, the first woman dean for University of Baltimore’s School of Law
LaVonda N. Reed, the first woman dean of the University of Baltimore’s School of Law, is focusing on student success, raising the profile of faculty, and engaging Baltimore’s underserved communities in her new role.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. officials ramp up efforts against repeat shoplifters during holiday shopping season
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia has launched an initiative to target repeat shoplifters, with repeat offenders facing felony charges and up to 15 years in jail, in response to the rise in retail theft in the area.
Posted inWord In Black
Big tobacco vs. America: Guess who’s still winning?
Despite a significant drop in overall smoking rates since 1965, marginalized communities have disproportionately high smoking rates due to aggressive marketing by Big Tobacco, and the report calls for government policies to increase access to health care, education, and safe housing to reduce these disparities.
