As electricity prices continue to rise, Maryland residents can now apply for the Customer Relief Fund, a one-time assistance grant funded by Exelon to support low- to moderate-income households. The $19 million initiative offers up to $750 in relief per eligible BGE customer and is being distributed through local nonprofit organizations.
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UDC launches ‘Cybersecurity Tech Hub’ at Congress Heights campus
A new apprenticeship program at the University of the District of Columbia’s Congress Heights campus is helping District residents launch careers in the rapidly growing cybersecurity industry.
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Detecting fraud before it’s too late: Clever Girl Finance founder talks red flags and warning signs
Credit card fraud is on the rise, with millions of Americans falling victim to unauthorized charges every year. Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, shares expert insights on how to spot and prevent fraud before it spirals out of control, offering practical advice to protect your financial information in an increasingly digital world.
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Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference highlights paths to capital for entrepreneurs
At Baltimore’s 2025 Small Business Advancement Conference, entrepreneurs gathered to explore solutions to one of their most persistent challenges: access to capital. The event highlighted both traditional lending and emerging models like grassroots investment crowdfunding, giving small, minority- and women-owned businesses new tools to grow and scale.
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AARP’s Fraud Watch Network: Supporting older adults in the fight against scams
AARP’s Fraud Watch Network works to educate older adults about the risks of fraud, offering resources and emotional support to victims of scams. Kathy Stokes, director of fraud prevention programs for AARP, emphasized the importance of reframing the narrative around fraud, urging society to recognize that scams affect everyone, not just older adults.
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Virginia Environmental Action Network tackles toxic contaminants in local waterways
Lewis Ross Brown and Shamira A. Brown founded Virginia Environmental Action Network to address the growing environmental challenges in local communities, focusing on water pollution from toxic chemicals like PFAS and PCBs. Their efforts aim to hold government officials accountable and raise awareness about the dangers these contaminants pose to both human health and the environment.
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A second chance: How Prince George’s County’s reentry work is changing lives
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy made history by launching Maryland’s first Conviction and Sentencing Integrity Unit, part of her broader push to bring fairness and redemption into the justice system. As she prepares to become county executive, Braveboy says reentry support—especially for young adults and women—will remain a top priority.
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‘Fifty Shades of Pride’ : Baltimore celebrates five decades of queer joy and resistance
As Baltimore Pride turns 50, this year’s festival honors the vibrant, diverse history of the city’s LGBTQ+ community. Organizers say it’s more than a celebration—it’s a movement grounded in visibility, legacy and real support.
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The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum to host annual ‘Voices of History’ Street Fair
The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum will host its annual “Voices of History” Street Fair on June 28, a celebration of Black history, East Baltimore pride and the power of arts and culture to promote healing. The festival, which will spotlight local youth and community joy, reflects the museum’s broader mission to tell the uncompromising truth about Black history and preserve it through education, creativity and celebration.
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Harbor East diesel spill sparks concern as impact to wildlife examined
Baltimore officials have confirmed that a diesel spill in Harbor East released 5,000 gallons of fuel—more than double the original estimate. Cleanup efforts are underway to contain the spill near the South Central Avenue Bridge, with officials closely monitoring potential impacts on local wildlife and the environment.
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Education advocates sound the alarm as student loan overhaul moves through the Senate
Education advocates warn the Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan could burden low-income students with higher costs and reduced aid. They say the proposal risks limiting college access for those who need help the most
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Clean-up underway after 2,000-gallon fuel spill in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
A coordinated response is underway following a 2,000-gallon diesel spill in Harbor East, caused by the overfilling of fuel tanks at a Johns Hopkins Hospital facility. Officials from Baltimore City, Maryland and the U.S. Coast Guard are working with environmental contractors to contain and clean the spill, which is currently confined to a marina near the South Central Avenue Bridge.