A 31-year-old Haitian asylum seeker was found dead at a Pittsburgh bus stop just days after being released from federal immigration custody. Attorneys and advocacy groups are calling for answers about the circumstances surrounding her release and death.
Category: POLITICS
Posted inElections 2026
Black Voters Matter raises alarms over threats to voting rights ahead of 2026 midterms
By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Black Voters Matter (BVM) led a virtual briefing with Black media on April 1, alerting people to escalating attacks on voting rights and urging them to remain vigilant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Leaders highlighted current legislative proposals and court cases that could redefine voter access nationwide, particularly in […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Moore unveils Baltimore Transit-Oriented Development Plan
State and local officials unveiled the Baltimore Regional Transit-Oriented Development Strategy at Rogers Avenue Metro Station on April 6. The strategy aims to boost housing, expand transit access and drive economic growth, including 400 new housing units and major Light Rail investments.
Posted inNational News
U.S. president pulls back on threats against Iran with 2-week ceasefire agreement
The U.S. president has announced that he’s pulling back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran. A two-week ceasefire is now in effect in the war against Iran, which was launched on Feb. 28 by the United States and Israel.
Posted inElections 2026
Lawsuit filed against president’s mail-in voting executive order by Lawyers’ Committee, NAACP and Common Cause
Overview: On March 31, President Trump signed an executive order in another attempt to steer American elections. The order, among other things, would create lists of U.S. citizens who are eligible to vote in each state and compel the U.S. Postal Service to send mail-in ballots to only those “verified” voters. WASHINGTON – The Lawyers […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Special committee seeks public input on changes to Baltimore City charter
Baltimore’s Charter Review Special Committee is gathering public input on potential changes, including revisions to how city contracts are awarded. Residents and council members alike say understanding the charter’s complexities is key to making informed decisions.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore’s preliminary budget targets youth programs, economic development and infrastructure upgrades
By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott released his preliminary budget for fiscal year 2027 on April 1. The $4.98 billion spending plan seeks to fill a $12 million structural deficit and includes $1.06 billion in capital spending— up nearly 14 percent from last year. The proposal prioritizes investments in youth programing, […]
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Baltimore Mayor Scott delivers sixth annual State of the City
Mayor Brandon M. Scott (D) delivered his sixth State of the City address, unveiling a series of key initiatives while highlighting crime reduction and community partnerships across Baltimore.
Posted inNational News
47th president’s administration opens investigations into race in admissions at 3 medical schools
The 47th president’s administration has launched federal investigations into admissions practices at three major medical schools—Stanford, Ohio State, and UC San Diego—over concerns about potential racial discrimination. The move is part of a broader effort to enforce the Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative action and increase scrutiny on how universities handle race in admissions.
Posted inPOLITICS
Minnesota staging flagship ‘No Kings’ protest against US president, with rallies in Europe, DC
Nationwide “No Kings” protests against the 47th U.S. president drew millions of expected participants across more than 3,100 events in all 50 states, with Minnesota hosting the flagship rally. Demonstrators in the U.S. and abroad voiced opposition to immigration policies, foreign wars and civil rights rollbacks, while critics in the White House and GOP dismissed the movement as fringe and politically motivated.
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47th president signs order to pay TSA employees after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding
The 47th president signed an executive order to pay TSA workers amid a prolonged Department of Homeland Security shutdown, aiming to ease airport delays caused by staffing shortages. The move comes after a Senate-approved funding deal collapsed in the House, deepening a political standoff over immigration enforcement funding. While the action may provide temporary relief for travelers and workers, the broader shutdown continues, with no immediate resolution in sight.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Braveboy unveils FY2027 budget for Prince George’s County
By Dr. Deborah BaileyAFRO Contributing Editor Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy announced a $5.92 billion budget for fiscal year (FY) 2027 that addresses a $170-million structural deficit while protecting core government services. Braveboy said the FY 2027 budget will address needs that county residents depend on government to provide while positioning the county for […]