The following stories were written by Morgan State University multimedia journalism students The coronavirus brought on a year of death and illness, plus another trauma, an economic “she-session.” American women have been disproportionately hobbled in the workplace. Women held 55% of the jobs lost in the wake of COVID-19, reported The Hill last May, just […]
Category: Prince George’s County News
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Maryland ranks fourth for worst robocalls
(By Massimo Vernicesole_Shutterstock) By Nicole Batey Special to the AFRO Have you ever received a call from someone claiming that you need to renew your car warranty? The problem is you no longer even own that vehicle. You, my friend, have just received a robocall. A spam robocall is an unsolicited call to your phone […]
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Father-focused program aims to strengthen local children and families
By AFRO Staff A new federally-funded program, A Father’s Place, Prince George’s County (AFPPGC), was launched to provide high-impact services to local fathers. According to a press release from the organization, AFPPGC aims to support, enhance, and advance responsible fatherhood throughout the County. “There are many programs in Prince George’s for mothers, but there are […]
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National Cherry Blossom Festival’s art exhibit still blooming in DC area
(left to right) Celebrations by Sandra Perex-Ramos (Photo credit:Rachel/Instagram-run4lyferachel); and MXY-7 by Steve Rands (Photo credit: Elizabeth Goodson/Instagram _elizabeth_goodson_) By Jessie Anderson Capital News Service College Park Bureau The annual National Cherry Blossom Festival ended this month, but its new community-wide visual arts exhibition is sticking around through at least Memorial Day. Organizers created the […]
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Red Cross blood donation opportunities May 1-15
Vaccination impact blood donation eligibility? This spring as COVID-19 vaccines become more available and people resume some of their favorite activities, the American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood remains. Healthy individuals are encouraged to make a blood donation appointment now. But what about those who’ve received a COVID-19 vaccine […]
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Maryland Congressional Delegation announces more than $5.5 million to support COVID-19 vaccine distribution
(By istorsvetlana_Shutterstock) Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces More Than $5.5 Million to Support COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressmen Steny H. Hoyer, Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, and Anthony G. Brown (all D-Md.) today announced more than $5.5 million in emergency federal funding to boost COVID-19 vaccine rollout […]
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Derek Chauvin Murder Trial: Community has mixed reactions to guilty verdict
Aisha Flowers, 32, participating in a Black Lives Matter protest weeks after the killing of George Floyd in May 2020. On April 20, almost one year after Floyd’s murder, his killer Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all three charges which included second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second degree manslaughter. Chauvin was denied bail and […]
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Barbers, artists help defy vaccine myths for people of color
Mike Brown, right, a barber and health advocate, lines up the facial hair of Vyron Cox Jr., Friday, April 9, 2021, in Hyattsville, Md. Brown is a member of the Health Advocates In Reach & Research (HAIR) program, which helps barbers and hair stylists to get certified to talk to community members about health. (AP […]
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Maryland passes progressive voting reform package amidst national backdrop of voter disenfranchisement
VOTING RIGHTS ADVOCATES CELEBRATE PASSAGE OF PROGRESSIVE PACKAGE OF VOTING RIGHTS POLICIES THAT SEEK TO MAKE VOTING MORE ACCESSIBLE Group highlights the passage of the Value My Vote Act as a key policy in the fight for fully restoring voting rights to those formerly and currently incarcerated Baltimore, Maryland – While states across the nation are passing […]
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Financial Literacy Month: National, local organizations give community a lesson in finance
Skills like budgeting and money management give you the knowledge and discipline to make informed and effective decisions which can change the trajectory of your life. (Courtesy of unsplash) By Marnita Coleman Special to the AFRO The spotlight on personal financial education is glaringly bright as we tread through National Financial Literacy Month. Across the […]
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How to take control of your financial future
JPMorgan Chase pledged a $125 million five-year commitment in investing in fintech solutions and financial coaching to help underserved communities increase savings, build credit and achieve their financial goals. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA) There are significant racial disparities in the financial health of Black and Latinx households, which serve as a barrier to achieve financial […]
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Top 10 HBCU endowments
By Sean Yoes AFRO Senior Reporter syoes@afro.com The murder of George Floyd and the killing of Breonna Taylor, both at the hands of law enforcement were the primary tragic episodes that sparked the nation’s current racial reckoning. The onslaught of COVID-19 has killed millions around the world and more than 500,000 in America, with a […]