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A new Word In Black survey explores how Black Americans define racial healing and what stands in the way of achieving it, providing a data-driven account of the current state of racial healing in the US.
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Maryland’s Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) unveiled its 2026 legislative agenda at a Jan. 21 rally in Annapolis, Md., urging reforms to youth charging laws, traffic stops and indigent defense funding. Leaders cited racial disparities and systemic failures harming families and children statewide.
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The Earl Teen Center at the Enoch Pratt Free Library offers Baltimore youth a safe, supportive place to explore their interests after school. Through hands-on STEAM programming and dedicated staff support, the center helps young people build skills, confidence and a sense of belonging.
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Hundreds of Howard University students walked out of classes on Jan. 30, 2026, marching to the White House to protest what they called the violent and inhumane actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Organizers said the youth-led demonstration, joined by students from other campuses, was meant to defend immigrant communities and demand protection of civil rights.
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Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Health System generated a $40 billion economic impact across Maryland last year, including supporting 149,000 jobs, with a significant portion of the benefits accruing in Baltimore.
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The Anacostia Coordinating Council (ACC) is a volunteer-based consortium of organizations and individuals working to revitalize the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C., which has faced significant challenges due to gentrification and historical disinvestment.
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County Executive Aisha Braveboy held three listening sessions across Prince George’s County to gather feedback from residents on the proposed 4.5 billion budget for FY 2027, which will be voted on by the County Council by June 1.
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The USDA and DHHS released new dietary guidelines for Americans from 2025-2030, which emphasize whole, non-processed foods, but local dietitians are concerned about the affordability, accessibility, and availability of these foods in urban areas like Baltimore.
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As federal immigration enforcement intensifies, mayors across the country say their cities are facing legal threats, funding risks and growing fear and unrest among immigrant communities. Local leaders are weighing how to protect residents while navigating pressure from the federal government and safeguarding essential resources.
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Baltimore boxing star Gervonta “Tank” Davis was arrested in Miami on charges of attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment and battery tied to an alleged October 2025 incident at a Miami Gardens business. Davis bonded out of jail Jan. 29, and his attorney said he plans to challenge the allegations, calling Davis the victim in the case.
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By Taylor Sarallo | WVTM Saturday through Monday are First Warning Impact Days due to a prolonged stretch of dangerously cold temperatures weather, hard freezes and some light snow. SATURDAY: Dangerously cold. Temperatures plunge into the 10s with a northwest wind gusting as high as 40 miles per hour. That wind will be dropping the […]

By Jaimie Ding, Alanna Durking Richer and Eric Tucker | Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Journalist Don Lemon was released from custody Friday after he was arrested and hit with federal civil rights charges over his coverage of an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted a service at a Minnesota church. Lemon was arrested overnight in […]

By Valerie Wilson | Special to The Times At first glance, some may ask what a comedian and actor brings to a conference centered on business and ownership. The answer, according to Roy Wood Jr.’s career, is everything. “I realized comedy was a business when I started selling CDs,” he explained. “Just learning the art […]

The Senate approved a stopgap funding deal to keep most of the federal government running through September, with a two-week extension for Homeland Security funding as lawmakers debate new limits on federal immigration raids. The bipartisan agreement, backed by the White House, comes amid public outrage over fatal encounters involving federal agents and sets up a contentious House vote that could still trigger a brief shutdown.
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More than 250 mayors gathered in Washington, D.C., for the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ 94th Winter Meeting to discuss public safety, housing, and crime reduction strategies. Leaders highlighted the strain on police officers and emphasized investing in communities, youth programs, and stable housing to lower violent crime.
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Federal agents have arrested veteran journalist Don Lemon and Minnesota-based reporter Georgia Fort in connection with their coverage of a Jan. 18 protest at Cities Church in St. Paul, where demonstrators challenged a pastor who also serves as a senior ICE official. The arrests have sparked widespread outrage from press freedom advocates and civil rights groups, who argue the charges represent a dangerous escalation in the federal government’s efforts to criminalize journalism amid heightened national tensions over immigration enforcement and protest.
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Home heating fires surge during the winter months, with nearly half occurring between December and February, according to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA data shows space heaters and heating stoves account for almost half of these fires and the majority of deaths and injuries, prompting renewed safety reminders as colder weather keeps families indoors and increases electricity use, cooking activity and reliance on heating equipment.
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Dayvon Love serves as director of public policy for the Baltimore-based think tank, Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle. This week, he speaks to the question “Where is Jill Stein?” and how it functions as a deflection, shielding liberals from confronting the Democratic Party’s long-standing, exploitative relationship with working-class Black voters.
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The National Coalition of 100 Black Women and 100 Black Men hosted their 2026 Legislative Day, bringing lawmakers and community members together to discuss maternal health and economic equity in Maryland.
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Rep. Maxwell Frost was assaulted at a Sundance Festival event on Jan. 23 by a man who made racist remarks, and the individual was arrested and the Congressional Black Caucus has condemned the attack.
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Shirley Raines, founder and CEO of Beauty 2 The Streetz, a nonprofit organization providing resources to people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles, has died at age 58, leaving behind a legacy of service and advocacy.
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birminghamal.gov This past Tuesday night, about 150 residents filed into the Boutwell Auditorium. Elders in their 70s stood alongside children as young as four, all seeking relief from a cold that had lingered for days with no sign of letting up. Inside, they were met with blankets, hot food, and a place to lay their […]

By Charlize Ramos | CBS42 Birmingham city leaders approved new funding Tuesday aimed at bringing more film and TV productions to the Magic City. The Birmingham City Council approved an agreement allocating $160,000 to Create Birmingham to continue attracting film and television projects. Officials said the investment will help boost the local economy and position […]

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Sean Grayson, a former Illinois sheriff’s deputy, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting Sonya Massey, a Black woman who had called 911 to report a possible prowler outside her home.
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The Becoming Everything You Are (BEYA) STEM Conference returns to Baltimore Feb. 12–14 to mark its 40th anniversary, bringing together students, professionals and industry leaders for networking, training and career opportunities. As workforce needs shift, organizers say this year’s conference will focus on artificial intelligence, quantum computing and cybersecurity.
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Story and photo submitted by Sor. Clarrisa Benson Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Epsilon Gamma Omega Chapter is pleased to announce its 67th Annual Debutante Presentation and Ball, honoring its 51 prospective debutantes. The Presentation […]

The trial of Kevin Epps has exposed the contradictions and manipulation of truth within San Francisco’s justice system, as the prosecution attempted to portray the victim as harmless while evidence revealed a history of violence and criminal activity, and the judge was accused of bias and collaboration with the prosecution.
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By Victoria MejicanosAFRO Staff Writervmejicanos@afro.com A year after the Eaton Fire blew through 14,000 acres of  the historically Black neighborhood of Altadena, Calif., the community is still processing collective trauma and fighting to keep its place in an ever-changing neighborhood that was already facing gentrification.  Across the city, there are signs on front lawns that […]
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A father-and-son journey to Senegal becomes a powerful exploration of culture, hospitality, and historical memory, centering on a visit to Gorée Island and the House of Slaves. Through art, local encounters, and guided history, the writers reflect on the brutality of the Transatlantic Slave Trade, the resilience of the Senegalese people, and the enduring importance of preserving Africa’s past while engaging its vibrant present.
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A 72-inch section of the Potomac Interceptor collapsed Jan. 19, sending millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River and C&O Canal. DC Water has activated a temporary bypass system to reroute wastewater while repair work begins and is urging the public to avoid affected areas.
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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS When people talk about “brain foods,” they often mean meals that support memory, focus and mental clarity. But growing research suggests the opposite is also true — certain foods may quietly […]