The DMV area is hosting a variety of free Juneteenth events, including block parties, museum events, music and art celebrations, and community service activities, to honor Black culture, creativity, and community connection.
Tag: Maryland
Posted inPOLITICS
AFRO News endorses Malcolm Ruff for Maryland Senate
By Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer Attorney and Maryland State Delegate Malcolm Ruff has emerged as the best candidate in District 41’s highly-contentious race for the Maryland Senate seat. Facing off against an incumbent who has been beleaguered by a recent indictment on charges of extortion and conspiracy, Ruff has remained focused on laying out […]
Posted inPolitics
AFRO News endorses Anthony Brown for Maryland Attorney General re-election
The AFRO is proud to endorse Anthony Brown for Maryland Attorney General.
Posted inPOLITICS
AFRO News endorses candidates in key Maryland and D.C. races ahead of midterm primaries
By Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer Over the past several weeks, the AFRO has led its comprehensive endorsement process, evaluating candidates for dozens of closely contested races across Maryland and D.C. The deliberation included questionnaires, interviews with select candidates and a review of their positions on racial equity, criminal justice reform, cost-of-living pressures and more. […]
Posted inOPINION
Cannabis, justice and religion: My journey to leading a dispensary
Rev. Dr. Heber Brown III is an author, nonprofit executive and now, CEO of Marula Wellness Dispensary. This week, he shares his inspiration for pursuing and opening his own marijuana dispensary.
Posted inOpinion
The Community Trust Act: Due process should not depend on immigration status
The Community Trust Act in Maryland would require a judicial warrant for immigration detention, ensuring due process and protecting the rights of those accused of a crime.
Posted inOPINION
Don’t retire—return: Investing knowledge in the next generation
By Walter A.H.L. Fields Jr. When I turned 50, I began to contemplate if “retirement” was a possibility for me. Not from a financial perspective. I was fortunate enough to have had a healthy professional career and pension and retirement funds waiting. For me, the most important consideration was what would I do once I […]
Posted inCommentary
Commentary: Behind every SNAP application is a family just trying to survive
LaMonika Jones argues that policy changes and administrative barriers are making it harder for vulnerable families to access SNAP benefits. She urges reforms to simplify the system and protect food assistance for those in need.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland advances LEAD Act to protect youth who wander or elope
Maryland’s LEAD Act aims to protect youth prone to elopement by improving first responder training, coordination, and public safety measures. Senate Bill 745 mandates law enforcement training for autism, dementia and wandering behaviors.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland delegation in Congress backs effort to regulate energy use by AI companies
By Katelynn WinebrennerCapital News Service As power costs surge across Maryland, the state’s congressional delegation is taking a bipartisan stance in support of legislation that would regulate energy use by AI companies. The Power for the People Act would require AI companies to bear the costs of increased power demand and any possible infrastructure changes […]
Posted inBUSINESS
The Presidents’ RoundTable names Jennifer Wicks executive director
The Presidents’ RoundTable is proud to have Jennifer Wicks on board in the role of executive director
Posted inBaltimore News
Ravens announce annual Youth Sports Grant
By Rachel RichardsBaltimore Ravens Public Relations Applications for the 2026 Ravens Youth Sports Grant opened March 3, continuing the organization’s longstanding commitment to strengthening youth athletics across the community. Applications will be accepted from March 3 through April 11, 2026. The grant program supports youth and high school sports programs across a wide range of […]
