By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Maryland Governor Larry Hogan vetoed groundbreaking K-12 legislation this week, designed to overhaul Maryland’s public education systems at both the K-12 and higher education levels and address longstanding inequities. In his veto letter, Hogan cited “economic fallout from this (Covid-19) pandemic” as the reason for vetoing the $4 […]
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HBCU Advocates Respond To Hogan Veto
MD HBCU Advocates Respond to Hogan Veto of Funding Bill for Black Universities “It is most unfortunate that the state still refuses to acknowledge the order from Federal Judge Catherine Blake to fund unique, high demand academic programs, recruiting, and scholarships in response to the HBCU Coalition representing the extraordinary students, faculty and alumni of […]
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THE RUN DOWN
Check out TRENDING STORIES in this weeks edition of the THE RUN DOWN
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Dear AFRO Subscribers and Supporters,
The AFRO American Newspapers 1531 S. Edgewood Street, Suite B Baltimore, MD 21227 410-554-8200 May 3, 2020 Dear AFRO Subscribers and Supporters, We pray that you and your families are staying safe and well. Like so many of you, COVID-19 has wreaked havoc in our professional and personal lives. The entire AFRO team is teleworking […]
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Maryland Coronavirus Data Listed By ZIP Code
CORONAVIRUS IN MARYLAND Gov. Larry Hogan declared a State of Emergency for the coronavirus on March 5; issued a stay-home order March 30; and a face-mask order took effect April 18. How to get tested | How to apply for unemployment | Timeline ** https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/ https://www.wbaltv.com/article/coronavirus-maryland-data-zip-code/32128818
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Archbishop Gregory to Participate in Livestream Renewal of Consecration of the United States to the Blessed Mother
Archbishop Gregory to participate in livestream Renewal of Consecration of the United States to the Blessed Mother WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, May 1, Washington Archbishop Gregory will join a special international dedication liturgy at 3 p.m. EDT via livestream from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. To […]
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After USDA Approval, Maryland to Provide Food to Approximately 427,000 Children Affected by COVID-19 School Closures
After USDA Approval, Maryland to Provide Food to Approximately 427,000 Children Affected by COVID-19 School Closures $49 Million in Additional Benefits for Marylanders Thanks to the Department of Human Services and Maryland State Department of Education’s Joint Request to Federal Administration BALTIMORE, MD — The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS, in conjunction with the […]
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AFRO FACTS – DR. ROBERT BULLARD
By AFRO.COM / BE INSPIRED GLOBAL Host Micha Green talks DR. Robert Bullard, Father of Environmental Justice on this weeks AFRO FACTS.
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Hogan Releases Details on Plan to Reopen State When Safe
By BRIAN WITTE, Associated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday announced plans aimed at phasing in a safe and gradual approach to reopening the state’s businesses and easing restrictions on activities when key indicators involving the coronavirus drop. Maryland is expected to continue to see an increasing number of cases, […]
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New Magazine Celebrates Local Black Women Suffragists
By Savannah Wood Special to AFRO This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. To celebrate a century of women’s suffrage, the AFRO and Afro Charities partnered to produce a special edition magazine that highlights Washington D.C. and Maryland’s Black women suffragists. To The Front: Black Women and the Vote connects the stories […]
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McDonald’s Celebrates Healthcare Workers and First Responders with Free “Thank You Meals”
McDonald’s Celebrates Healthcare Workers and First Responders with Free “Thank You Meals” Frontline heroes can enjoy free meals at participating U.S. McDonald’s restaurants In appreciation for the healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals*, between Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, […]