The new “The Daily Hustle” exhibit at the Baltimore Museum of Industry spotlights I. Henry Phillips, Sr.’s photographs, chronicling Black laborers and business owners in mid-20th century Baltimore. The photos highlight style, entrepreneurship and community stories often overlooked in history.
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Second chances take center stage: Baltimore adults graduate from Goodwill Excel Center
The Baltimore Excel Center and Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake’s Workforce Development Programs held their second-ever graduation ceremony, celebrating the success of 53 adults who earned their high school diplomas and industry-recognized certifications, and providing them with a viable career path.
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From patrol officer to deputy commissioner: An AFRO spotlight on Kevin Jones
Baltimore Police Department Deputy Commissioner Kevin Jones has spent over 30 years strengthening police-community ties. His leadership has helped Baltimore achieve record drops in violent crime.
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Harbor Bank of Maryland opens new branch in Silver Spring
The Harbor Bank of Maryland has opened a new branch in Silver Spring, marking its seventh location and a strategic expansion into the Montgomery County market. The community-focused bank celebrated the soft opening with a visit from Afrofuturist icon George Clinton, whose artwork is now on permanent display inside the branch.
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Upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Month events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and communities across Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia are coming together to honor survivors, promote early detection and offer resources. From awareness walks and rallies to health discussions and free screenings, these free events provide opportunities to support the cause and get involved.
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Sunni Gilliam closes Teavolve after 20 years of success
Kendra BryantSpecial to the AFRO Teavolve Cafe, a Harbor East Black-owned restaurant known for tea, closed on Sept. 19 after 20 years in business. Over the past two decades the establishment has made a name for itself as much more than just a trendy spot to enjoy a hot beverage and connect with friends. Founder […]
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EPW Law and Bernadette Armand Law partner to sue D.C. Youth Services Center for repeated sexual assault charges
Black-women owned law firms, EPW Law and Bernadette Armand Law, have partnered to sue the District of Columbia (D.C.) and the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) for the neglect of a young woman who was continuously sexually assaulted by DYRS guard, Kelvin Powell.
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Let America read: Banned Wagon Tour to stop in Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia
By Penguin Random House The Banned Wagon will hit the road during Banned Books Week, beginning Oct. 5, for its third annual tour to celebrate the freedom to read and express ideas, highlight the value of free and open access to information, and confront the harms of censorship. Powered by Penguin Random House and presented […]
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With homicides at 50-year low, Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates says focus should turn to quality-of-life crimes
Baltimore has hit historic lows in violent crime, with homicides at their lowest in more than 50 years. But State’s Attorney Ivan Bates says the city is falling short in addressing quality-of-life crimes, like car break-ins, vandalism and public drug use.
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The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System is hosting more than 50 programs to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring music, art, dance, literature, and film from Mexico, Central and South America, Spain, Portugal, and the wider Hispanic diaspora.
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Bomb threats against HBCUs, public universities continue
By Alexis TaylorAFRO Managing Editor Morgan State University (MSU) officials are taking extra precaution on the Northeast Baltimore campus after receiving a bomb threat on Sept. 30. Leaders of the historically Black university put out a statement saying that they “received an email threat indicating a potential explosive device in the Richardson Library.” School authorities […]
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Black-owned floral businesses blossom with creativity and community care
Fleurs d’Ave in Baltimore and Postal Petals in Los Angeles use flowers to spark creativity, encourage self-care and build community, blending floral design with events and wellness activities.