Levi Henry Jr., founder of the Westside Gazette, has died, leaving behind a decades-long legacy of championing Black voices, advancing community empowerment and preserving local history through journalism rooted in truth and purpose.
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Dear voters: Keep raising your voices in 2024
From the time I could talk, I was loud and opinionated, especially about the rights of those disenfranchised and pushed to the margins of society. Though not calling it democracy back then, I believed being heard by the powers-that-be would make a difference. My adamant pitch and passion was always met by opponents bent on […]
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Black Girls Vote Sixth Annual Ball: Dazzling in purpose
By Reuben Greene Special to the AFRO On Nov. 17, a radiant spirit of strength and elegance illuminated Martin’s West in Baltimore as the Black Girls Vote Sixth Annual Ball unfolded in grandeur. The event, a celebration of civic engagement and empowerment, stood out not only for its glamorous atmosphere but also for the meaningful […]