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State & Local
First Black woman to lead United Way Worldwide visits Baltimore, explores local impact in Brooklyn and Curtis Bay neighborhoods
The Afro- Angela F. Williams, the first Black woman to head United Way Worldwide, visited South Baltimore on Feb. 7…
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Community
AFRO Charities receives $2.25 million federal investment to renovate Upton Mansion
THE AFRO- On Feb. 13 Frances “Toni” Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO American Newspapers, and Savannah Wood, executive…
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Illinois
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES ONLINE SAFETY WEBINARS AHEAD OF SAFER INTERNET DAY
Chicago Defender- In recognition of Safer Internet Day on Feb. 7, Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced two webinars focused…
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teachers
Extraordinary and influential former track coach of Mervo, Freddie Lee Hendricks, dies at 81
The Afro- Family members of retired track and field Coach Freddie Lee Hendricks recently announced that he completed his final…
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K-12 Education
Are we finally getting after-school programs right?
The Afro- There’s some good education news: As students, parents, and educators work to make up for setbacks caused by…
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Black Philanthropic powerhouse Jack and Jill of America celebrates 85 years of fellowship and service
The Afro- Marion Turner Stubbs Thomas sought a place where her own children could bond with other Black children in…
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advocacy
Black Excellence Celebrated at Annual Image Awards
Free Press of Jacksonville- The 2023 Jacksonville Image Awards kicked off Black History Month at the Wilson Center for the…
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College and Careers
Black History Month: Dr. Alyx Porter on Shaping the Future Generation of Physicians
Free Press of Jacksonville- Black History Month is commemorated every February. It’s a month for all people to celebrate and…
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Sacramento Observer
Dr. Rex Fortune Remembered For Commitment To Serving Black Students, Parents
The Sacramento Observer- With a charter school system already bearing his name and a local elementary school set to follow…
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Health
Calif. Advocates Shine Light on Pregnancy-Related Deaths Among Black Women
San Diego Voice and Viewpoint- April Valentine, 31, planned to celebrate her new birth with family and friends, but instead…
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History
‘1619 Project’ docuseries gives voice to untold history
THE LOUISIANA WEEKLY- In the trailer for the new Hulu docuseries on the groundbreaking “1619 Project,” creator and host Nikole…
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Louisiana
Another study links poverty to poor results at Louisiana schools
The Louisiana Weekly- (lailluminator.com) — A recent state analysis of Louisiana schools reflects what numerous other studies across the country…
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Uncategorized
$12.1 Billion, 107,600 jobs: UAB Economic Impact Rises Dramatically in New Report
THE BRIMINGHAM TIMES- A new report shows the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s annual economic impact in Alabama grew from…
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Business
Announcing the recipients of the 2023 Georgia Titan 100
The Atlanta Voice- Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Kwame Johnson, President & CEO, Big…
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History
A Brief History of the Black Church’s Diversity, and its Vital Role in American Political History
SAN DIEGO VOICE AND VIEWPOINT- With religious affiliation on the decline, continuing racism and increasing income inequality, some scholars and…
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Community
Black families’ food insecurity should make America ashamed
RollingOut.com- Food insecurity is a growing problem in black families, with more than one-third of African-Americans experiencing food insecurity. This…
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advocacy
Black-Focused Organizations To Support During Black History Month And Beyond
Atlanta Daily World- While impactful organizations like Black Lives Matter and the NAACP have become household name organizations, there are…
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Black-owned Cosmetic Brand Will be Sold at Dillard University Bookstore
The New Orleans Tribune- As part of Dillard University’s annual Inauguration weekend in late January, Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, who…
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Community
Cardin, Daines Introduce Permanent Reauthorization for Housing Tax Credit that has Promoted Growth in Underserved Communities
The Afro- WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Steven Daines (R-Mont.), both members of the Senate Finance Committee,…
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HCBUs)
The HBCU dilemma: is it okay to air our dirty laundry?
The Afro- Recent events at Jackson State University and Bethune-Cookman University have placed HBCUs under a microscope when it comes…
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k-12 curriculum
The case for arts education
The Afro- Arts education changed the course of Fedrick C. Ingram’s life. In ninth grade, while living in housing projects…
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Civil Rights
Psst, College Board: we see you’re not defending AP African American Studies
The Afro- The Florida Department of Education’s recent decision to reject the AP (Advanced Placement) African American Studies course is…
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Maryland
Department of Commerce partners with Coppin State University to close West Baltimore’s digital divide
The Afro- On Jan. 30 the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a new collaborative broadband pilot program with Coppin State…
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Maryland
City of Abraham Church and Ministries offers GED program to students in Baltimore
The Afro- The North Avenue Learning Initiative, a program run by City of Abraham Church and Ministries (COACM) is searching…
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children
Brooklyn O’Malley Boys and Girls Club: providing a calm refuge in the midst of Baltimore’s surge of youth violence
The Afro- Kids who find refuge at Brooklyn O’Malley Boys and Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore after school now have…
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BHM Events on Campus and MOLAA
The Precinct Reporter News Group- At Cal State University Long Beach, the breakout of cultural highlights starts Friday, February 3.…
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Black History Month Health Events Look at Race Bias
Precinct Reporter News- Long before race bias in health systems was trending, Ernesta Wright was pushing advocacy, trying to debunk…
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Dillard University Investiture Weekend Celebration to Install Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, APR, As Its Eighth President
New Orleans Data News Weekly- Dillard University held several events this past weekend to install Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, APR,…
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College and Careers
Texas Southern University named to NBCUniversal News Group’s NBCU Academy
Houston Forward Times- Texas Southern University (TSU) has been named to the NBCUniversal News Group’s NBCU Academy, joining 14 other…
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Civil Rights
At Age 88, Birmingham Radio Legend Shelley Stewart: ‘I Ain’t Tired Yet’
The Birmingham Times- It’s an unseasonably warm January morning, and Dr. Shelley Stewart is sitting in his home office in…
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advocacy
Attorney J. Mason Davis Forged a United Way For Students and Lawyers
The Birmingham Times- In 2019, the United Way of Central Alabama announced the launch of the J. Mason Davis Leadership…
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Black Leaders Ready to ‘Fight Like Hell’ Over African American Course Rejection
Free Press of Jacksonville- By Ryan Dailey – THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – TALLAHASSEE — Saying that an African…
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District of Columbia
African American Mayors Association awards Marion Barry Jr. Award to D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser
THE AFRO- On Jan. 20, the African American Mayors Association (AAMA) announced D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, as the inaugural recipient…
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college
LBCC Students Get Ready for Male Success Initiative
The Precinct Reporter News Group- Students will have one less thing to worry about this year at Long Beach City…
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Maryland
Baltimore County Public School superintendent declines to renew contract, Randallstown NAACP calls for national search to find replacement
The Afro- Baltimore County Public Schools’ (BCPS) superintendent Darryl Williams announced on Jan. 23 that he would not renew his…
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Child poverty, transportation and schools in proposed state budget for next fiscal year
The Afro- Just two days into his historic term, Gov. Wes Moore unveiled a proposed budget that spells out his…
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children
Black students are still experiencing pandemic trauma
The Afro- Even as kids attend school in-person full-time again and life slowly returns to normal, they aren’t going to…
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Macy’s to hold month-long donation campaign to benefit United Negro College Fund
The Afro- To celebrate Black History Month, Macy’s on Feb. 1 will launch Black History. Black Brilliance., a month-long donation…
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k-12 curriculum
Florida to Black People: We’re Not Teaching Your History
The Afro- The Florida Department of Education officially launched its 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests with the…
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Student Loans
Education department announces new actions on Student Loan Relief
The Afro- Department of Education officials recently announced an overhaul of the federal government’s income-driven repayment plan to provide relief…
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Baltimore City Public Schools incorporate entrepreneurship into curriculum
The Afro- In 2021, Baltimore City Public Schools’ Office of College and Career Readiness released its latest strategic plan, which…
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Black men making a difference as mentors to young male students
The Afro- When Terrell Arrington was trying to steer an academic path through Prince George’s Community College in 2009, the…
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Washington D.C.
Breaking the School-to-Prison Cycle of Kids with Disabilities
The Afro- Whether it’s autism or dyslexia, emotional disturbances, or a hearing impairment, it’s easy for students with disabilities to…
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Morgan State trounces Coppin State in basketball double-header
The Afro- The Morgan State Bears clawed their way to victory in the anticipated annual matchup against crosstown rival Coppin…
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Washington D.C.
Black Women were front and center in House Speaker saga
The Afro- For the millions of people who watched a leaderless House of Representatives convene for the first week of…
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K-12 Public Schools
Advocates urge educators to address student grief in school
THE AFRO- The COVID-19 pandemic and America’s continuing struggle with gun violence have shined a long overdue spotlight on the…
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Morgan State University Professor Anthony Estreet named CEO of the National Association of Social Workers
The Afro- Morgan State University (MSU) professor Anthony Estreet, Ph.D, has been selected to step into the role of chief…
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Maryland
AFRO Person of the Year Westley Moore discusses 100-day plan ahead of January inauguration as Maryland’s first Black governor
THE AFRO- Maryland has produced more than a few legendary leaders. From internationally known abolitionists Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass,…
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HCBUs)
Spotlight on Black excellence: twin brothers walk out their purpose with perseverance and grace
The Afro- Rasul and Malachi Wright know how to bring in a new year. The twin brothers, who closed out…
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AFRO review 2022: highlights from the District
THE AFRO- In honor of the late Martin Luther King, the Anacostia Business Improvement District held a peace walk starting…
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