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Angela Alsobrooks announces proposed budget for Prince George’s County
The Afro- Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks delivered the State of the County Budget Address for fiscal year 2024…
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These organizations connect students with diverse books
The Afro- States across the country are removing books from classroom shelves and school libraries, and there are bans and…
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Howard University opens first JPMorgan Chase campus branch in the country
The Afro- JPMorgan Chase held the grand opening of its new branch at Howard University (HU) on March 21, marking…
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Diana L. Gibson dies at 82 years old
The Afro- Diana L. Gibson passed away on March 15, 2023 of a heart attack at her home. She was…
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10 banned books by Black Women
THE AFRO- According to data compiled by the American Library Association, there were 781 “attempts to ban or restrict library…
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Bad and bougie: Black women are taking up space in luxurious living
The Afro- Historically, Black communities are kept from enjoying the finer things in life due to sometimes a lack of…
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According to New Research from The Mom Project, Black Moms Feel a Lack of Company Support and Resources in Balancing Work and Motherhood Despite the Fact that 98% Pursued Opportunities to Access Higher Earning Potential
THE AFRO- CHICAGO (BUSINESS WIRE): The Mom Project, a leading digital talent platform serving over one million moms and 3,000+…
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50K for 50 Years – Bowie State University colleagues and students honor legacy of veteran educator
Barbara Jean Smith has been a faculty member with the Bowie State University School of Education for 50 years. That’s…
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20th Annual DC/MD Black College Expo™ March 18th at Bowie State
THE AFRO- At the expo, students can be accepted to a college on the spot, have their college application fees…
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CASH Campaign of Maryland to host 16th Money Power Day, the region’s largest, free financial education event
The Afro- The Creating Assets, Savings and Hope (CASH) Campaign of Maryland is hosting its 16th Money Power Day on…
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AFRO salute: the women behind the 6888th keep pushing
THE AFRO- On March 15, I had the distinct honor of testifying in favor of Maryland House Bill 0370, sponsored…
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Baltimore City 8th grader makes spatial moves in STEM with launch of bacteria experiment into outer space
THE AFRO — GFL! is the hands-on flagship program of Higher Orbits, and spotlights the wonders of spaceflight and space…
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Baltimore-based Securityplus Federal Credit Union merges with Mount Lebanon to broaden opportunities at the faith based federal credit union
The Afro- Faith-based credit union Mount Lebanon Federal Credit Union (MLFCU) recently merged with Baltimore-based Securityplus Federal Credit Union (FCU)…
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Personality Pups teaches children how to develop and embrace their own personality
The Afro- Now 25, Bridges is the creator behind Personality Pups, a children’s brand that features 12 animated puppies who…
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Black women are at the forefront of the fight against diabetes
The Afro- By Linda Goler Blount, MPH, President and CEO, Black Women’s Health Imperative. The cost of insulin is skyrocketing…
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The Moore Report: The BOOST Program: funding for student supports
The Afro- Students from some 200 area schools spent time in Annapolis on March 2, protesting cuts to a program…
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By any measure or metric, Prince George’s County is the move for the FBI relocation
The Afro- By every objective measure, the Maryland sites in the running to host the new and improved Federal Bureau…
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A tale of two cities: a look at Baltimore’s housing insecurity challenge
THE AFRO- Take a five-mile drive through Baltimore and you can’t help but notice how wealth is disproportionately dispersed throughout…
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Blk Swan honors Morgan State University alum Dia Simms
THE AFRO- On Feb. 23, the co-owners of Baltimore’s Blk Swan were proud to honor Morgan State University alum Dia…
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Annual Black Leading Women Celebration takes place in Baltimore
The Afro- Black women took the spotlight at a recent annual event hosted by Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center (LTYC),…
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Black history isn’t ‘controversial,’ it’s real life
By Svante Myrick Black history is the undeniable history of this country, its people, actions, triumphs and atrocities. Yet, Black…
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Only seven percent of teachers are Black– this project plans to change that
The Afro- El-Mekki had worked in schools, both as a teacher and principal, for 26 years. And, after piloting a…
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Lyric Baltimore encourages, nurtures dreams of Baltimore students through Dream Big Contest
The Afro- For years, the Lyric’s in-school and after-school programs in theater and creative writing have supported the voice and…
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Existing service year programs may provide model for Moore proposal
The Afro- While details of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s service year option for high school graduates are still being worked…
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Coppin State University to Receive $1 Million in Grants from BGE to Support Students in STEM
THE AFRO- BALTIMORE: Coppin State University has received a $1,000,000 grant from BGE to support the educational goals of Coppin…
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Bowie State University awarded $1.5 million to increase the pipeline of Black male educators
THE AFRO- The U.S. Department of Education’s Augustus F. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program recently awarded more than $1.5 million…
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Florida is just the latest battlefield in Republicans’ war on education
The Afro- It’s been a few weeks since a mess started boiling over in Florida with the rollout of the…
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2023 Anthem Awards: Coffee Bluff Pictures Wins Multiple Awards
THE BURTON WIRE- Coffee Bluff Pictures, won multiple honors at the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards. They won the Best Human…
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AFRO spotlight on Black excellence: Joppatown student Jaydhen Johnson receives more than $180,000 in scholarships
THE AFRO- Joppatowne High School (JHS) senior Jaydhen Johnson is on his way to greatness. The marching and jazz band…
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Maryland lawmakers introduce bills expanding student school board member voting rights
The Afro- A bill in the Maryland General Assembly would change that. HB 402, sponsored by state Del. Jay Jacobs,…
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Biden’s student loan forgiveness program remains on pause, many borrowers hope for relief
The Afro- President Joe Biden and the U.S. Department of Education announced their three-part plan to provide assistance to working…
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PRESS ROOM: Hampton University is Proud to Announce the Hampton University Repertory Theatre: The First and Only Professional Theatre Company Housed at an HBCU
The Afro- Hampton, Va. – Hampton University has again distinguished itself in establishing the Hampton University Repertory Theatre to provide…
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Avoid These Top 10 Common Financial Mistakes
The Afro- A Federal Reserve study found that many Americans would have difficulty coming up with $400 to cover an…
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AFRO review: a look at lesser known figures of Black history
THE AFRO- Each year Americans flock to the history books in search of stories about great Black heroes in time.…
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A time to learn: the importance of cherishing Black history
By Frances “Toni” Draper, AFRO Publisher and CEO Over 110 years ago, Booker Taliaferro Washington penned this letter to my…
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Officials respond to report stating 23 Baltimore City Public Schools have no students proficient in math
The Afro- Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) representatives are responding to outrage over the disclosure that 23 City Schools…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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