The announcement by the Food and Drug Administration applies to millions of Americans who take immune-suppressing medicines because of organ transplants, cancer or other disorders. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File) By Joshua Moore Special to the AFRO The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized a third booster shot of the COVID vaccine for people with […]
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Deidre DeJear declares candidacy for Iowa governor
On Aug. 14, Deidre DeJear, the voting rights advocate, announced she will seek the state’s governorship in 2022. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) By J.K. Schmid Special to the AFRO A voting rights activist and Kamala Harris Iowa campaign chair declared her candidacy for governor Aug. 14. Deidre DeJear, 35, a Des Moines resident, was the first […]
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D.C., Hip Hop legend dies
Rapper Diddy posted this photo and a heartfelt tribute to legendary producer Chucky Thompson, who died from complications due to COVID-19 at the age of 53. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com District of Columbia native and the Hip Hop legend, responsible for some of music’s hottest hits, Chucky Thompson, […]
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Mayor adds vaccine incentives for young Washingtonians
Maya Davis, 12, of Washington, holds hands with her mother, Maisha Cosby, as she receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, at a drive-thru clinic held by Community of Hope, a community health organization, at the Washington School for Girls in Southeast. (AP Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com As the coronavirus pandemic […]
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D.C. Council compromises with Mayor for MPD officers amid crime increase
Despite concerns from Council members about MPD behavior and lack of community trust of authority, the D.C. Council voted to keep additional resources. (Courtesy Photo) By Carl Thomas Special to the AFRO A recent uptick in crime has forced City officials to make some very difficult decisions. At the forefront of these decisions is the […]
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Mayor mandates government employees must be vaccinated
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that all government employees who work in agencies that report to her must be fully vaccinated by Sept. 19. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com In the ever changing world of COVID mandates and restrictions, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser announced new rules that […]
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Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver the Eulogy for Alvin Motley, the unarmed Black Chicago man shot to death in Memphis over loud music by a White security guard/former cop
Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver the eulogy for Alvin Motley, who was allegedly shot and killed by a white security guard over loud music. (Godofredo A. Vásquez/AP Photo) Chicago, Illinois— Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of National Action Network (NAN), has been asked to deliver the eulogy for Alvin Motley, a Chicago […]
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New President Anthony Jenkins wants Coppin to be recognized as the gem that it is
By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins, Coppin’s eighth president, is relying on the ability of faculty, staff and community partners to help advance the university’s vision and mission. Experiential learning for students, opportunities to showcase faculty expertise, and seeing Coppin get its just due are crucial to him. “Part of my […]
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Cauthen appointed interim executive director of the Baltimore School of the Arts
Rosiland Cauthen, head of the Theater Department since 2016, was appointed after an extensive nationwide search. (Courtesy photo by Mary Gardella) By AFRO Staff The Baltimore School for the Arts (BSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Rosiland Cauthen as its Interim Executive Director. Ms. Cauthen will succeed Dr. Chris Ford who retired […]
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Comptroller votes against increased health insurance rates for city employees
Baltimore City Comptroller Bill Henry “Today, the Board of Estimates was asked to approve a plan for FY2022 rate increases to health insurance premiums for city employees and retirees. This plan increases the cost of health care through payroll deductions for approximately 25,000 health plan participants. The COVID-19 adjustment raises worker costs by 7.5%, compared […]
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Set The Captives Free Outreach Center: Stepping up during the shutdown
Cars line up for drive-by at Set The Captives Free Outreach Center. (Courtesy Photo) By Jannette J. Witmyer Special to the AFRO After navigating a year of separation imposed by the COVID-19 shutdown, Set The Captives Free Outreach Center (STCF) began welcoming congregants back on Palm Sunday (2021), following Governor Hogan’s decreased capacity limits announced […]
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NAACP Statement on the passing of President Sandra Almond-Cooper
NAACP past president, Sandra Almond-Cooper. (Photo/NAACP) BALTIMORE, MD—We are saddened by the passing of our immediate past president, Sandra Almond-Cooper. We offer our encouragement and deepest condolences to Mrs. Almond-Cooper’s family. We celebrate Mother Almond-Cooper’s life and are reminded that our loss is Heaven’s gain. President Sandra Almond-Cooper was a community activist, organizer, leader, labor […]
