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The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund will host its free “Summer of Possibilities Fair” on April 11, connecting families with more than $2 million in no-cost summer camps and youth programs while offering live performances, interactive activities and on-site registration opportunities for children across Baltimore.
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By Tehreem Khan | UAB News Good nutrition is a cornerstone of overall health and a key factor in preventing chronic diseases, influencing blood sugar, inflammation, weight management and energy metabolism. While there are national guidelines in place to provide a roadmap for healthy eating, Alabama faces particular challenges. In 2024, Centers for Disease Control and […]

Afrika Bambaataa, a pioneer of hip-hop, died of prostate cancer at the age of 68, leaving behind a legacy of music and a controversial history of sexual abuse allegations.
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Yvonne Frances Lansey, a leader in the business community and president of Maryland’s oldest Black-owned bank, passes away at 79.
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By Chanda Temple | City of Birmingham In February 2025, Teri Sewell made a commitment to move more. Instead of just pulling things from the printer at her desk, she took extra steps to walk to a printer in another location at her office. She cut out sugar. And when officials at her office at […]

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times By all measures, Elias Hendricks has spent a lifetime preparing for this moment. On April 25, the Birmingham-born operatic tenor and creative producer will premiere Classical Soul by Candlelight, a one-night-only event blending opera and soul music in an immersive, black-tie setting at the historic Harambe Room. The […]

By Gillian Brooks | WBRC A new law passed by the Alabama Legislature this week will require owners of vacant properties in Birmingham to register, maintain, and pay fees for buildings sitting empty for more than three months. The legislation creates a vacant property registry aimed at holding property owners accountable and speeding up the […]

The Food Project will host its bi-annual Community Baby Shower on April 26, providing free baby supplies, educational resources and support for new mothers.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed a balanced $70.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, emphasizing affordability without tax and fee hikes. The plan features significant utility relief, law enforcement funding and housing investments, despite opposition concerns regarding long-term government spending.
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The Community Trust Act in Maryland would require a judicial warrant for immigration detention, ensuring due process and protecting the rights of those accused of a crime.
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By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times In a city rich with cultural legacy and artistic energy, The Flourish Alabama is carving out something both rooted and revolutionary. Co-founded by Jahman Hill and Eric Marable Jr., what began as an academic idea has grown into a dynamic arts organization reshaping how Birmingham experiences creativity, collaboration, and […]

MEGHAN VENABLE-THOMAS, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, DURING THE UNVEILING OF “HOME FOR ALL” MICRO-SHELTER VILLAGE AT FAITH CHAPEL CARE CENTER. THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, APRIL 2.

The Birmingham Times The Tri-County (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will celebrate 15 years of service and friendship at an upcoming gala set for Saturday, April 11. This “Crystal Celebration” of “15 Years of Sparkling Success” is also a fundraiser to support the community service Tri-County (AL) Chapter spearheads throughout Jefferson, Shelby and St. […]

Baltimore photographer Devin Allen has been named curator of SCOUT 2026, the city’s affordable art fair held as part of Artscape. As curator, Allen will spotlight local and national artists while helping build stronger connections between creators and the community.”
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A 31-year-old Haitian asylum seeker was found dead at a Pittsburgh bus stop just days after being released from federal immigration custody. Attorneys and advocacy groups are calling for answers about the circumstances surrounding her release and death.
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An AFRO editorial by Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper warns that escalating rhetoric from the 47th president toward Iran risks normalizing mass destruction, endangering millions of civilian lives and increasing the likelihood of catastrophic conflict, while urging Congress to reassert its constitutional authority over war.
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By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Black Voters Matter (BVM) led a virtual briefing with Black media on April 1, alerting people to escalating attacks on voting rights and urging them to remain vigilant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.  Leaders highlighted current legislative proposals and court cases that could redefine voter access nationwide, particularly in […]
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Black Voters Matter held a briefing with Black media on April 2 to alert communities to escalating threats to voting rights ahead of the 2026 midterms. Leaders emphasized the need for vigilance and outlined the organization’s “We Got Us” campaign to support voter education, civic engagement and local resources.
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By Delaware State University Delaware State University’s Department of Human Services proudly hosted its third annual Women’s Conference, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” bringing together students, faculty and community leaders for a day of empowerment, dialogue and inspiration. Held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, the conference focused on advancing […]
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State and local officials unveiled the Baltimore Regional Transit-Oriented Development Strategy at Rogers Avenue Metro Station on April 6. The strategy aims to boost housing, expand transit access and drive economic growth, including 400 new housing units and major Light Rail investments.
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Three Maryland chapters of The Links, Inc. will host a voter registration certification training on April 16 in Baltimore, aimed at equipping community members to register voters. The session, led by the Baltimore City Board of Elections, seeks to strengthen civic engagement and expand voter outreach efforts.
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McCord Construction, Inc. hereby gives Legal Notice of Completion of Contract with City of Huntsville, Project Name: Mohawk Phase 4 FM Project, located in the City of Huntsville, Alabama. All Claims should be filed at […]

Huntsville Housing Authority (HHA) is requesting bids from qualified, licensed, and insured contractors to bid.  A pre-submission meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. CST at Huntsville Housing Authority Central Office located […]

Public notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers on the 2nd floor […]

MANDATORY Pre-bid meeting to be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00 am, at City Hall, on the 6th Floor in Training Room 624, located at 305 Fountain Circle, Huntsville, AL 35801. Bidders must […]

Huntsville Utilities in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking bids for the below-mentioned project located in Huntsville, Alabama. Sealed bids will be received by the City of Huntsville, a municipal corporation within the State of Alabama, d/b/a/ […]

Rogelio A Guerra Garica whose whereabouts are unknown, must answer Heather R Whitmaore’s petition for divorce and other relief by thirty days from publication or thereafter, a judgment by default

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS  HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A growing body of research is raising critical questions about healthcare disparities affecting Black men—particularly why they are more likely to undergo certain invasive medical procedures. While some […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Across North Alabama, a quiet transformation is reshaping how residents approach health, weight loss, and long-term wellness. While high-profile medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide have dominated headlines, researchers at […]

UCLA delivered a commanding performance in the 2026 women’s national championship game, overpowering South Carolina 79-51 with a dominant showing on both ends of the floor. From the opening tip, the Bruins set the tone—building an early lead and never allowing the Gamecocks to find their rhythm.

The U.S. president has announced that he’s pulling back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran. A two-week ceasefire is now in effect in the war against Iran, which was launched on Feb. 28 by the United States and Israel.
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By Madison County Commissioner Violet Edwards, District 6 This is an opinion article. I recently learned that I am being honored with the Beulah Ballard Toney Service Award, named for the civil rights pioneer and the […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A North Alabama advocate is taking the voices of vulnerable children from the Tennessee Valley to the halls of Congress, calling for meaningful reform in the nation’s foster care […]

By Mia Watkins | For The Birmingham Times Ashley & Michael Sutton Live: East Birmingham area Married: August 14, 2014  Met: A year can change your life, and the Suttons are proof. “We met, dated and got engaged in one year,” said Ashley Sutton. Ashley and Michael met online while she was living in Dublin, […]