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By Alexis LaRueAFRO Internalarue@afro.com Lenora Howze, longtime executive director and advertising director of AFRO News, was recently honored at a special event on March 26, celebrating her departure after more than 13 years of dedicated service. The farewell celebration served as a tribute to her impactful leadership and lasting contributions to the publication and the […]
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Maryland delegates passed HB 552 in a 129–1 vote, creating a commission to study the historic Cheltenham youth facility, including its operations, abuses, and deaths, after recognition of an unmarked burial site of Black children.
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The AFRO recently spotlighted the Black women making change via their roles at Johns Hopkins University. Take a look at the movers and shakers in public health, policy development and more.
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The Lakers brought the full show to Crypto.com Arena as they welcomed the Cleveland Cavaliers in a high-energy matchup that had the Los Angeles crowd on their feet from tip-off. Irvin of ClutchClipsHoops was courtside capturing the moments up close that most fans only see from the upper deck. From LeBron James throwing down thunderous […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS In a moment that is sparking conversations across Alabama, the Christian Coalition of Alabamais calling for unity, respect, and accountability after condemning what it describes as “anti-Muslim rhetoric” from Secretary of State […]