By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com Nov. 8 will be remembered as more than election day in the middle of President Joe Biden’s first term as many Baltimoreans exercised the voting franchise to elect the state’s first Black governorand consider a range of ballot initiatives, including legalizing recreational marijuana. […]
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Election Day 2022
Baltimore residents cast their ballots at polling locations across the city on Nov. 8. Charm city voters are weighing in on everything from questions about term limits to marijuana law reform. Polls will be open between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Photos by James Fields Help us Continue to tell OUR Story and join the […]
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AFRO endorsements for the 2022 midterm elections
The AFRO American Newspapers is proud to present a list of endorsements for the 2022 Midterm Election. Take a look at the candidates we believe will move Maryland and the District of Columbia forward if they are voted into office or elected to continue their service. Make sure you have this week’s edition of the […]
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Affirmative action debate sparked again as U.S. Supreme Court Justices hear arguments
By Gloria Browne-Marshall, AFRO U.S. Supreme Court Correspondent The courtroom where the U.S. Supreme Court justices recently heard arguments on affirmative action was filled with tension and irony. The judges heard about opposition to affirmative action programs at Harvard College and the University of North Carolina. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, a Harvard graduate, ascended to […]
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Pit Fights Battle League hosts second innovative gubernatorial debate
By DaQuan Lawrence, Special to the AFRO On Oct. 30, the Pit Fights Battle League will host its second Gubernatorial Battle Rap Debate. Two contenders have studied the platforms of Democratic nominee Wes Moore and Republican nominee, Del. Dan Cox (R-MD-04), and will face off against each other in a rap battle where they take […]
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Divine Nine launches fight against abortion restrictions with “Tell Somebody” campaign
By Deborah Bailey, Contributing Editor Members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), known across the nation as “The Divine Nine,” are joining forces and ramping up the fight to protect Black women’s lives. The Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLO) recently announced the “Tell Somebody” public service campaign, emphasizing the disproportionate impact of the Supreme Court’s […]
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A time to dance: Rev. Dr. Frances ‘Toni’ Draper announces retirement from pastorship at Freedom Temple AME Zion Church
By Marnita Coleman, Special to the AFRO To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven: a time to plant and a time to grow, a time to sing and a time to dance, a time to reign. Now, for Rev. Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, pastor of Freedom Temple African […]
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Finance reports submitted in Maryland gubernatorial race show influx of donations for Democratic gubernatorial nominee
By AFRO Staff Candidates running for governor recently filed the first finance reports of the 2022 mid-term general election, set for Nov. 8. According to information released by the Moore campaign, $1.7 million in donations poured in between the July 19 primary election and the Aug. 23 deadline for fundraising. “I am so humbled by […]
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AFRO Gala draws elected officials, community leaders and Murphy descendants to 130th anniversary celebration
By Tinashe Chingarande, Special to the AFRO Mayor Scott, Congressman Mfume among those in attendance Elected leaders and supporters of the AFRO-American Newspaper convened for a lavish gala on Aug. 13 in Greenbelt, Md. to celebrate the publication’s 130th anniversary. The soiree included live entertainment and was hosted by comedian Tommy Davidson. All in attendance […]
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AFRO News on education: celebrating 130 years of a journey worthwhile
By Fatiha Belfakir, Special to the AFRO Since its establishment in 1892, the AFRO American Newspaper has strongly believed in the role of education as a key to both eradicate racism and transform African-American lives. AFRO reporters have covered a variety of stories related to education including school segregation and funding; experienced and qualified educators; […]
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Top Questions You Need Answered Before Buying a Home
Buying a home is a huge milestone, and it is important to educate yourself about the process of buying a home before you dive in headfirst. After all, this is likely the largest investment that you will ever make. It is important to choose a house and a mortgage that you don’t regret. Does Homeownership […]
