The D.C. Public Library is collecting stories and memorabilia from sports fans for an exhibition celebrating the spirit of D.C. sports.
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City of Baltimore declares code red as temperatures rise
Baltimore City has declared a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert from July 1-4, 2026, and is urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves and vulnerable populations from the dangerous temperatures, including activating cooling centers, suspending certain services, and providing public safety messaging.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. group brings Black women from the Civil War era to lifeÂ
FREED (Female RE-Enactors of Distinction) is a non-profit organization of Black women who portray Black women from the Civil War era to honor their stories and contributions to the Union cause.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Caesar Rodney statue at Freedom Plaza sparks controversy over legacy of slavery
The installation of a Caesar Rodney statue at Freedom Plaza in Washington, D.C., is drawing criticism because the founding-era leader enslaved hundreds of people. The statue, previously removed from Delaware in 2020 during racial justice protests, is one of 13 monuments being installed ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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City leaders propose charter amendment to modernize Baltimore water system
Baltimore city leaders introduced a charter amendment that would separate the Bureau of Water and Wastewater from the Department of Public Works in an effort to modernize the region’s aging water infrastructure and improve oversight. Advocates say the proposal could increase transparency, strengthen regional collaboration and help address long-standing environmental and public health concerns tied to water systems.
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‘Chosen family’ strengthens Black LGBTQ+ community in the nation’s capital
By Morgan CarpenterAFRO Internmcarpenter@afro.com For many LGBTQ+ people, family is not always defined by blood relations. Instead, it is built through community, trust and mutual support. The concept of chosen family has long been central to LGBTQ+ culture, particularly for people who have experienced rejection from biological relatives or institutions. Community advocates say these networks […]
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High court broadens executive authority, allows Lisa Cook to remain at FedÂ
The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on June 29 dramatically expanded presidential power, upholding President Donald Trump’s firings of the heads of independent federal agencies with one important exception: the Federal Reserve. The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Republican president’s effort to […]
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UB President Kurt Schmoke announces plans to retire in 2027
University of Baltimore President Kurt L. Schmoke announced his plans to step down in June 2027 after more than a decade of leadership. Since taking the helm in 2014, the former Baltimore mayor has guided the university through the pandemic, enrollment challenges and a centennial milestone.
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The scars of war among survivors in Sudan
Years of war in Sudan have left countless survivors with life-altering physical and emotional scars, from amputations and the loss of loved ones to sexual violence and displacement. Through personal stories, the article highlights the resilience of those rebuilding their lives despite ongoing hardship and limited access to medical care and support.
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Black voices underscore the lifesaving value of regular HIV testing Â
As Americans observe National HIV Testing Day 2026, health advocates are encouraging routine HIV testing to promote early diagnosis, treatment and prevention, particularly in Black communities that continue to face disproportionate health disparities. Black men living with HIV and community leaders stressed that knowing one’s status, practicing safe sex and increasing public awareness are essential to reducing stigma and improving long-term health outcomes.
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Free grocery market opens in Prince George’s County
The Fairmount Five Market, a free food market located inside the Fairmount Heights Branch Library in Prince George’s County, MD, is a partnership between PGCMLS and Goodr, a Black-owned company, to help fight food insecurity and provide access to fresh, healthy food for 200 families a week.
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AFRO Exclusive: Terri Freeman, president of Reginald F. Lewis Museum, speaks on upcoming retirementÂ
Terri Freeman, president and executive director of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture, gave an exclusive interview to the AFRO regarding her upcoming retirement.
