Day One of AFRAM 2025 brought over 150,000 people to Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park for a celebration of Black culture, music, and community featuring stars like JT, Stefflon Don, and Juvenile. The festival also introduced a new stage for local talent and showcased everything from food and fashion to art and wellness.
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Posted inHair
Black Follicles Matter Expo 2025: A safe space for curls, coils and conversations
The Baltimore Natural Hair Care Expo will host “Black Follicles Matter” on June 28, 2025, spotlighting natural hair, cultural pride, and community wellness. Led by salon founder Malaika Tamu-Cooper, the event offers workshops, live demos, and a marketplace promoting Black beauty, health, and empowerment.
Posted inU.S. Government
Mass deportation plan targets immigrant-heavy U.S. cities under Democratic control
The 47th president of the United States has vowed to redirect deportation efforts to the largest cities in the country, targeting immigrants in Democratic cities with his deportation agenda.
Posted inReligion
Rebuilding one of the nation’s oldest Black churches begins at Juneteenth ceremony
On Juneteenth, a ceremonial groundbreaking marked the reconstruction of First Baptist Church of Williamsburg—one of the oldest Black churches in the U.S.—on its original site, where enslaved and free Black worshippers once defied laws to gather in faith. The effort by Colonial Williamsburg aims to restore not only a historic structure but also the long-suppressed legacy of Black Americans who shaped the nation’s spiritual and cultural foundations.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Faith organizations rally behind migrants amid nationwide ICE crackdowns
By Ali HalloumAFRO Interns Amid ongoing immigration crackdowns by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, faith leaders of every denomination are calling for action. On June 8, the 47th president federalized the California National Guard to quell protests against ICE raids, over the objection of Governor Gavin Newsom. The agency has detained individuals outside of […]
Posted inMaryland News
Governor Moore declares State of Preparedness to enhance government coordination amid extreme heat forecast
Governor Wes Moore signed a State of Preparedness to protect Marylanders from a potentially hazardous heat wave, urging them to stay vigilant, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable family members and friends to ensure their safety.
Posted inNational News
Iran strikes U.S. military base in Qatar after bombing of Iranian nuclear sites
An American flag burns in the Middle East as tension rises between Iran and the United States. Iran was attacked by U.S. officials June 21, which prompted an attack on a U.S. military base by Iranian leaders on June 23.
Posted inMaryland News
Governor Moore unveils $400M initiative to reduce racial wealth gap on Juneteenth
On Juneteenth, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the $400 million Just Communities initiative to combat the racial wealth gap by prioritizing investment in historically underserved neighborhoods impacted by redlining, mass incarceration and economic exclusion. He also issued nearly 7,000 additional cannabis possession pardons, underscoring his administration’s commitment to addressing historical injustices and promoting economic equity across the state.
Posted inNational News
Black Americans face unequal burden as US inches closer to war
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — As the U.S. edges toward potential war with Iran, Black Americans face a familiar pattern of disproportionate sacrifice—overrepresented in combat, underrepresented in leadership, and underserved upon returning home. Experts warn that systemic inequalities in military service, veteran care and community investment continue to deepen the burden on Black individuals and families.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Baby delivered from brain-dead woman on life support in Georgia
A baby boy was delivered via emergency C-section from Adriana Smith, a Georgia woman declared brain dead and kept on life support since February. The case has raised legal and ethical questions about pregnancy and end-of-life care under Georgia’s abortion laws.
Posted inINTERNATIONAL
Food rations are halved in one of Africa’s largest refugee camps after US aid cuts
Food rations in Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp have been halved after the Trump administration suspended U.S. aid to the U.N. World Food Program, putting 300,000 refugees at greater risk of hunger and malnutrition. Refugees now receive only a third of the recommended food supply, with cash transfers and nutritional support programs also cut. Aid workers warn of worsening conditions by August if funding doesn’t resume.
Posted inNAACP
NAACP previews 116th national convention, aiming to empower community amidst adversity
NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson was joined by local and national NAACP leaders and key Charlotte stakeholders for a press conference to preview the upcoming 116th National Convention in Charlotte.