County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO Dr. Monica Goldson offered their plans to build six new schools using private funding, which would alleviate the cost to taxpayers. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com There is agreement among residents and educators for new school buildings in Prince […]
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Google Announces $1 Million to Upskill HBCU Students
Google is partnering with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to provide digital skills training to students at HBCU’s in the United States (Courtesy Photo) By AFRO Staff A Maryland HBCU will be among the inaugural group of Black tertiary education institutions to participate in the Grow with Google HBCU Career Readiness Program, which was announced […]
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Governor Hogan, Attorney General Frosh Announce $11.7 Million to Provide Legal Services to Residents Facing Eviction and Homelessness
Governor Hogan, Attorney General Frosh Announce $11.7 Million to Provide Legal Services to Residents Facing Eviction and Homelessness ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh and Governor Larry Hogan today announced that $11.7 million in general funds will be directed to the Maryland Legal Services Corporation to provide legal services to families facing eviction and […]
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A Request for Grace and Understanding: The Challenges of Virtual Learning for First Generation College Students
As first-generation college students, we are a source of pride. We carry the history of familial and community expectations, and a sense of hope for academic success. COVID has added weight to the load we carry in the form of technology and resource deficits, which are further pronounced by the demands of virtual learning. We […]
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On Eve of VP debate, Students Root for ‘Sistah’ Candidate
Republican incumbent Mike Pence and Democratic challenger, Sen. Kamala Harris, are scheduled to face off in the only vice-presidential debate at 9 p.m. on Oct. 7. Both candidates are following the drama-filled Sept. 29 faceoff between GOP President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee, former Vice President Joe Biden. (AP Photo/John Locher) By Taylor Bozeman Special […]
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Anticipated VP Debate: The Calm After The Storm?
Millennials are looking forward to watching the candidates debate hot topics including healthcare, the wage gap and the possibility of a second economic stimulus package. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) By Tyler Medley Special to the AFRO After watching the brawling first of three U.S. presidential debates on Sept. 29, young voters are extremely interested in the […]
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Virtual Town Hall: Understanding the Ballot
Civic Engagement Presents: Before You Vote: Understanding The Ballot Questions Virtual Town Hall By AFRO Staff If you need help understanding what’s on your ballot, join the D9 Coalition for Civic Engagement on Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. for an enlightening discussion on what to expect. The virtual town hall is a collaborative effort with […]
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Braveboy Says Prince George’s Residents Can Vote Safely
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy said Prince Georgians should feel safe comfortably placing their ballots. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy wants voters in the County to know their election process is safe no matter how they cast their ballots. Braveboy said that […]
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Lt. Collins’ Law One of Several Going Into Effect Oct. 1
2nd Lt. Richard Collins III was fatally stabbed at a University of Maryland, College Park campus bus stop in 2017 while awaiting an Uber with friends. Sean Urbanski was convicted of first-degree murder but not of a hate crime charge. (Philip Van Slooten / Capital News Service). By Philip Van Slooten Capital News Service ANNAPOLIS, […]
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Deneen Richmond Named Acting President of Doctors Community Medical Center
Deneen Richmond (Courtesy Photo) Deneen Richmond Named Acting President of Doctors Community Medical Center (Annapolis and Lanham, Md.) September 28, 2020 — Luminis Health CEO Victoria Bayless announced today the appointment of Deneen Richmond as acting president of Doctors Community Medical Center (formerly Doctors Community Hospital) effective September 25, 2020. Richmond is assuming the position […]
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AFRO Exclusive: Murphy Secures Historic $20 Million Settlement for William Green’s Family
William Green was shot and killed by a police officer while in handcuffs in a police cruiser in Temple Hills, MD on Jan. 27. (Courtesy Photo) By Keith T. Reed Special to the AFRO The family of a Black man killed by a former Prince George’s County police officer while handcuffed from behind will receive […]