By Liz Courquet-LesaulnierWord in Black If history can be rewritten, then objects, no matter how sacred, can be put back into a shed, hidden in a basement or destroyed. Seventy years on, the task remains what it was in 1955: to look unflinchingly at racism, at the brutality it inflicted on a child and to […]
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“House of Melo” exhibit shines spotlight on Baltimore resilience
By Chianti MarksAFRO Intern On Oct. 25, 2025, Baltimore native and 10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony celebrated the opening of the “House of Melo” exhibit at the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Central Branch. The event followed Anthony’s recent induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The exhibit, open through Dec. 20, 2025, highlights […]
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Marylanders weigh in on their favorite local gems
Maryland ranks second in the U.S. for its share of Black-owned businesses, with 10 percent of companies owned by African Americans, according to a 2025 Pew Research Center report. To celebrate this entrepreneurial spirit, the AFRO spoke with residents about their favorite Black-owned businesses, highlighting local gems from bookstores to restaurants.
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Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica and threatens to be the island’s strongest recorded storm
Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm as it neared Jamaica, threatening catastrophic flooding, landslides, and widespread destruction. The storm, already blamed for six deaths across the Caribbean, could be the strongest to ever hit the island.
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Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B to host Baltimore County Executive candidates town hall
By Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B On behalf of the Executive Committee and under the leadership of Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, the Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B proudly announces the upcoming Baltimore County “County Executive Candidates” Town Hall — a vital civic engagement event designed to connect Baltimore County residents with the individuals seeking to lead the county’s […]
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B.E. Spirits Awards Gala to celebrate Black excellence at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
By The B.E. Spirits Awards On Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, leaders, entrepreneurs and visionaries from across the nation will gather for the B.E. Spirits Awards Black Tie Gala, an unforgettable evening of elegance, culture and empowerment at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort and Spa in Cambridge, Md. The B.E. Spirits Awards is […]
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Inside the soon-to-open Obama Presidential Center
The Barack Obama Presidential Center, set to open on Chicago’s South Side in spring 2026, will be a first-of-its-kind presidential library and community hub. The 19-acre campus will feature green spaces, a library branch, a podcast studio, and areas for public events, while the museum building—shaped like four hands coming together—will house exhibits on Obama’s presidency and the foundation’s programs.
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White House intervention in D.C. prompts calls for its 18-term House delegate to step down
Calls are growing for 88-year-old Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton to retire as D.C.’s nonvoting House delegate amid criticism of her muted response to federal intervention in the city under the 47th president’s administration. Supporters praise her decades of service, while challengers like D.C. Council members Robert White Jr. and Brooke Pinto say it’s time for new leadership.
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Howard alumni and students celebrate 101st homecoming
Howard University’s 101st homecoming weekend, themed “One of One,” brought thousands of alumni, students, and visitors to Washington, D.C., for a celebration of legacy, culture, and excellence. The festivities included Yardfest, FamFest, and the homecoming football game, where the Bison defeated Morgan State 33-27 in overtime. Despite the jubilant atmosphere, the weekend was overshadowed by a shooting incident that left five people injured.
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Coppin State University names Health and Human Services Building after Henrietta Lacks
Coppin State University’s Health and Human Services Building now bears the name of Henrietta Lacks, honoring the Baltimore woman whose cells became the first immortal human cell line. The building, CSU’s largest academic facility, houses nursing, social work, criminal justice, and other programs, and was unveiled during a ceremony featuring CSU President Anthony L. Jenkins and civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump.
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What to know about the murder trial of an Illinois sheriff deputy who killed Sonya Massey
By John O’connor A jury was seated Oct. 20 in the murder trial of an Illinois sheriff’s deputy charged with killing Sonya Massey, a Black woman shot in her home last year after calling police for help. Opening statements took place on Oct. 22 in the case against Sean Grayson after a jury of 10 […]
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Shooting at a historically Black university’s homecoming fest in Pennsylvania kills 1 and wounds 6
A shooting during Lincoln University’s homecoming festivities late Oct. 25 left one person dead and six others wounded, turning a night of celebration into tragedy at the historically Black university in Pennsylvania. Authorities detained one person with a firearm and are investigating whether more than one shooter was involved. Officials say there is no ongoing threat to the campus as state police and the FBI assist in the investigation.