This editorial calls on readers to challenge and disengage from media coverage that distorts or diminishes Black communities, emphasizing the power of audiences to shape narratives by withholding attention, support and resources from outlets that fail to provide fair, contextualized reporting.
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Family of Charles B. Rangel announces funeral plans
Press release via Amsterdam News The family of retired Congressman Charles B. Rangel announces a series of activities to honor his life and legacy leading up to his funeral service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Congressman Rangel will be memorialized in the coming days, with opportunities for the public to pay their respects. Public Activities: Lying […]
Posted inMaryland News
Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott address historic progress and 2025 public safety priorities
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced a $122 million budget proposal to increase public safety, including an additional $4.2 million for evidence-based community interventions, and highlighted the city’s 20% reduction in homicides in 2023 and 23% in 2024.
Posted inBaltimore News
Family of DPW worker Ronald Silver II call for immediate action after heat death
The family of Ronald Silver II, who died from heat exhaustion while working for the Department of Public Works, are calling for immediate action from city government and legislators to prevent future tragedies.
Posted inBaltimore News
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore area
Baltimore City Council is holding a Budget Briefing, Quarterly Oversight Hearing on American Rescue Plan Funds, Sketching Sessions at the Walters Art Museum, and a virtual master class on Blueprint for Successful Coaching Programs on April 25-25.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore area
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com All listed events are free to the public. Teen Lab at Walters Art Museum Starting on April 4, Baltimore teens can hang out with friends, create art or do homework at the Walters Art Museum during Teen Lab. Every Thursday until April 25, youth ages 13 to 17 […]