As World Autism Month calls for greater awareness and acceptance, advocates and creatives alike are pushing for more inclusive narratives. In Baltimore, Donte Lewis uses music and media to build community, while Taya Dunn Johnson challenges biases that delay diagnoses and deny dignity to individuals with autism.
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Posted inNational Sports
Ex-NFL player Shannon Sharpe accused of rape in $50 million civil lawsuit
A woman identified as Jane Doe has filed a $50 million civil lawsuit in Nevada against retired NFL star Shannon Sharpe, accusing him of rape, physical abuse and emotional distress during a nearly two-year relationship. Sharpe denies the allegations, calling the claims false and the lawsuit a “blatant and cynical attempt to shake down” through his lawyer’s public statement.
Posted inCommentary
They said he wasn’t from here — but he was born in the USA
Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez, a 20-year-old U.S. citizen born in Georgia, is being held in a Florida jail after police falsely labeled him an “unauthorized alien,” despite his family providing proof of citizenship. His case highlights the dangerous rise of racial profiling and unconstitutional detentions targeting Black and Brown Americans—signaling a deeper erosion of civil rights and due process.
Posted inBaltimore News
How 4MyCiTy is feeding Baltimore and the planet this Earth Day
As Earth Day approaches, 4MyCiTy founder Christopher Dipnarine shares how his Baltimore-based nonprofit is tackling food waste and food insecurity. By transforming discarded food into nourishment and community empowerment, 4MyCiTy is reshaping sustainability in South Baltimore and beyond.
Posted inBaltimore News
Empowering teens: A guide to budgeting and saving for the future
Tammira Lucas, an assistant professor of business at Coppin State University, believes that teaching high school students about money management is essential for their long-term success. She outlined a year-by-year financial plan for teens, encouraging them to start saving early, set clear financial goals and eventually explore investment opportunities as they approach adulthood.
Posted inBUSINESS
Money matters: How to be smart about saving
Certified financial planner Nicolas Abrams advises savers to be strategic by aligning their savings with specific goals rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. This week, he emphasizes the importance of choosing the right accounts—whether for retirement, homeownership or education—to ensure their money is working efficiently.
Posted inOpinion
‘Baltimore Still Rising’: Honoring a decade of resilience and resistance
S. Rasheem is an independent scholar and social scientist whose scholarship encourages a critical examination of society and culture through the lens of race, gender, and class. She is the director and executive producer of the Baltimore Legacy Project docuseries, which includes “Baltimore Still Rising.” This week, she marks the 10th anniversary of the protests and activism that erupted in Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray while in police custody, and examines the advocacy needed now and in the future in the city.’
Posted inBaltimore News
$50 million in funding deployed to help redevelop vacant housing in Baltimore City
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has opened the Fiscal Year 2026 application round for the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative (BVRI), prioritizing efficiency and performance in addressing the city’s vacant housing crisis. With $50 million in funding, the initiative aims to support community development organizations in acquiring, stabilizing, renovating, and demolishing vacant properties to revitalize neighborhoods and create new housing opportunities.
Posted inBaltimore News
STEM City Metaverse opens brick-and-mortar location in Baltimore
The STEM City USA Baltimore Innovation Center has officially opened at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, marking a milestone in technology, workforce development, and community empowerment. With cutting-edge tools, national workforce pipelines, and digital-first learning initiatives, the center aims to transform local opportunities while serving as a scalable model for cities nationwide.
Posted inBaltimore News
JPMorgan Chase expands virtual jobs to military spouses in Maryland
JPMorgan Chase expanded its virtual call center in Baltimore to provide job opportunities for military spouses within a 90-mile radius. Dawn Moore, Maryland’s first lady, praised the effort, emphasizing the value military spouses bring to the workforce.
Posted inCommentary
Commentary: Affordable housing won’t save Baltimore—but economic justice might
Chrissy M. Thornton serves as president and CEO of Associated Black Charities. This week, she critiques the choice of former President Biden to not pardon Marilyn Mosby.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore City Council, residents demand action from BGE over rate hikes
Baltimore residents are struggling to pay their gas and electric bills, with BGE rates increasing due to cold weather and additional taxes and fees.