Baltimore Office of the Mayor announces Amber Greene—a nationally recognized equity leader and former White House advisor—as the new Director of Baltimore’s Office of Equity and Civil Rights, marking a significant step in the city’s efforts to promote inclusive governance and racial justice.
Tag: federal government
Posted inEducation
Harvard becomes first major university to challenge White House
Harvard is openly defying the Trump administration’s efforts to curb campus activism, setting up a high-stakes legal battle over university independence and government power. With billions in federal funding at risk, Harvard’s stance could inspire a broader pushback from other elite institutions and reshape the future of higher education governance.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott unveils $4.6 billion budget plan to tackle $85 million deficit
By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott released his $4.6 billion preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026 on April 2 with a plan to eliminate an $85 million deficit. The shortfall has been brought on by the city’s expenditures outpacing its revenue, much like the state of Maryland. Some of the factors […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Transgender Day of Visibility highlights struggles and resilience amid anti-trans legislation
On Transgender Day of Visibility, advocates celebrate the resilience of trans people while confronting a political landscape that increasingly seeks to erase their rights. As executive actions target gender-affirming care, military service and public recognition, activists stress the urgent need for awareness, protection and community support.
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Investing 101: The Basics of Stocks and Bonds
Stocks and bonds are investment vehicles that can be used to make money, with stocks being a slice of ownership in a company and bonds being a loan to the government or a company, both carrying different levels of risk and working together to diversify a portfolio.
Posted inMaryland News
Gov. Wes Moore addresses budget, calls for unity in 2025 State of the State address
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered a State of the State Address addressing the state’s budget deficit, the impact of the new federal administration, and his economic growth agenda, calling on Marylanders to be courageous and united in the face of crisis.
Posted inPOLITICS
A look at the recent executive orders signed and what they mean
President Donald Trump has issued a flurry of executive orders, reorienting the U.S. government towards a more conservative agenda, covering issues such as immigration, trade, foreign aid, and civil rights.
Posted inBUSINESS
Tapping into federal procurement: How to position your business to win contracts
The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) provides free services to help entrepreneurs pursue government contracts and create intergenerational wealth for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Posted inU.S. Government
DOJ sues major landlords over alleged algorithmic pricing scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed an amended complaint against RealPage and six large landlords, alleging they engaged in an anticompetitive scheme to drive up rental prices for millions of Americans.
Posted in2024 Elections
Council member Janeese Lewis George shares thoughts on Harris campaign
D.C. Councilmember Janeese Lewis George has expressed her excitement and support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign, citing her qualifications and the momentum she has built in just a few weeks.
Posted inU.S. Government
Government excludes and discriminates against Black-owned media despite federal advertising spending reaching $15B
The federal government spent $14.9 billion on advertising contracts over the last 10 fiscal years, with only 14% of the total amount going to businesses owned by minorities, women, and other disadvantaged groups.
Posted inU.S. Government
14 GOP-led states have turned down federal money to feed low-income kids in the summer. Here’s why
By Jonathan Mattise and Geoff MulvihillThe Associated Press Lower-income families with school-age kids can get help from the federal government paying for groceries this summer, unless they live in one of the 14 states that have said no to joining the program this year. The reasons for the rejections, all from states with Republican governors, […]