As electricity prices continue to rise, Maryland residents can now apply for the Customer Relief Fund, a one-time assistance grant funded by Exelon to support low- to moderate-income households. The $19 million initiative offers up to $750 in relief per eligible BGE customer and is being distributed through local nonprofit organizations.
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Posted inBaltimore News
Braxton Street announces candidacy for District 40 delegate
Braxton Street, a Baltimore native and Morgan State University doctoral candidate, has announced his candidacy for District 40 delegate in the 2026 election, pledging to fight for affordable living and support for youth and elders. As the first to enter the race, Street brings a background in education, community leadership, and grant management across Baltimore City schools.
Posted inHealth
Supporting moms: The vital role families play before, during and after birth
Pregnancy is not a solo journey—it’s one that families can profoundly impact by offering emotional, structural and hands-on support. From helping navigate healthcare systems to simply showing up with a warm meal and open ears, loved ones play a vital role in a mother’s health before, during and after birth.
Posted inMental Health
How Bipolar disorder impacts families and what support can look like
Bipolar disorder can deeply affect family dynamics, especially in Black households where stigma and lack of culturally competent care can intensify the challenges. Experts stress the importance of early recognition, open communication and supportive environments to promote healing for both individuals and their loved ones.
Posted inOpinion
Independence Interrupted: What Fort Gregg-Adams teaches us this Fourth of July
The renaming of Fort Lee back to Fort Gregg-Adams, and the reversal of progress for Black women in the military and media, are part of a larger pattern of erasing Black history and undermining equity, and must be resisted in order to ensure that freedom fully includes Black Americans.
Posted inOpinion
Is pride in the way of progress?
Christopher Anderson, member of the Baltimore City Republican Central Committee and former congressional and Baltimore City Council candidate, argues that Pride Month has overshadowed Black struggles by co-opting the momentum of the Civil Rights Movement and pushing Black issues further down the national agenda. He urges Black Americans to prioritize their identity and challenges uncritical support of movements that may dilute their fight for justice.
Posted inCommentary
What is artificial intelligence doing to our environment?
By McKenzie Green What?!?! I exclaim in amazement. ChatGPT isn’t an all knowing omnipotent being that can just reach into the internet at will? No. Well, yes– on the internet part– no, on the “omnipotent” bit. Artificial intelligence (AI), like ChatGPT is not an intangible being, it’s a computer; stored in buildings called data centers […]
Posted inOPINION
Progressives and the Black Vote
By Dayvon Love Zorhan Mamdani’s victory in the Democratic Party primary for mayor of New York City has led to conversations about the limitations of progressives ability to appeal to Black people. Especially in the context of a general election against the current mayor, Eric Adams, who will certainly focus on Mamdani’s weakness with traditional […]
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Revitalizing Sandtown-Winchester: A call for community health investment and local control
By Rosine Beleho I care deeply about Sandtown-Winchester because I’ve walked its streets, talked with its residents, and seen both its history and its pain firsthand. As someone pursuing a career in social work and committed to healing communities, what’s happening here breaks my heart and motivates me to speak out. If you live in […]
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Marilyn Mosby completes her year-long home detention
As of June 20, former Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby has completed her one-year home detention sentence. Convicted of two counts of perjury and one count of mortgage fraud, Mosby was also sentenced to 100 hours of community service and three years of supervised release. A court filing now indicates that U.S. Probation may seek early termination of her remaining supervision. Speaking at the State of the People’s National Assembly on the day her sentence ended, Mosby declared her intent to continue advocating for change and rebuilding her life for the sake of her two daughters.
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‘Enough is Enough’: Baltimore residents illuminate the urgency of gun reform
Andrea Stevens AFRO Staff Writer astevens@afro.com Gun violence continues to shape daily life in Baltimore, where residents say it’s more than a headline — it’s a constant reality. From personal loss and trauma to frustration with broken systems, people across the city are speaking out about their experiences and what real solutions should look like. […]
Posted inFinancials
Detecting fraud before it’s too late: Clever Girl Finance founder talks red flags and warning signs
Credit card fraud is on the rise, with millions of Americans falling victim to unauthorized charges every year. Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, shares expert insights on how to spot and prevent fraud before it spirals out of control, offering practical advice to protect your financial information in an increasingly digital world.
