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Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission issues final report with 84 recommendations
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (384+ words) The Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission (MLTRC) has released its final report, outlining 84 recommendations for the state to reckon with its enduring legacy of racial terror lynchings and marking the culmination of six years of research and public hearings....
Business leaders visit Annapolis for Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Day
7+ hour, 1+ min ago (524+ words) Members of the Maryland business community gathered in Annapolis, Md. for Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Day. The session took place on Jan. 15, and served as a time to also recognize the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr." Former House Speaker Adrienne…...
Opinion: ‘You will see me’: A Black woman CEO’s declaration
8+ hour, 21+ min ago (437+ words) By Chrissy M. Thornton He greeted the market leader with a hug, marveling aloud at their reunion. He then turned to my colleague, shook his hand, and introduced himself. Having physically inserted himself between us, he stood directly in front of…...
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Morgan State University choir honor MLK Day with community concert
9+ hour, 34+ min ago (418+ words) On Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) honored the civil rights leader through an impactful musical tribute at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, drawing a packed house for the free community concert. Led by Music…...
Commentary: Marylanders are leaving money on the table– here's how to claim what's yours
20+ hour, 36+ min ago (259+ words) By Brooke E. Lierman Let's'get one thing straight:'the EITC'isn't'charity.'It's'not a handout.'It's money you've earned, designed to stay in your pocket.As one of the nation's largest anti-poverty programs, it returns billions to working Americans each year. However, the…...
Protect the day, protect the truth
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (706+ words) By Dr. Frances "Toni" Murphy DraperAFRO CEO and Publisher As the nation marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the real question is not how loudly we celebrate " but whether we are willing to live by the values Dr. King demanded....
Remembering the fight for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (440+ words) Marva Williams, an event and production coordinator with the Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture and Entertainment, said service remains central to the observance." "Community service is always vital," Williams said. "That's what he was about." While Dr. King's legacy is…...
National Museum of African American History and Culture opens exhibition featuring collections from five HBCUs
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (256+ words) By Black PR Wire "This exhibition honors the legacy of HBCUs as cultural and educational powerhouses," said Shanita Brackett, acting director for NMAAHC. "Through these collections from our partner institutions, we see the breadth of Black intellectual excellence, activism and…...
From the AFRO Archives: A look at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Black Press
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (634+ words) When examining Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s strongest champions, the Black Press stands out as a loyal messenger on the frontlines of the Civil Rights Movement." During the 1950s and "60s, Black newspapers across the country dedicated their pages to broadcasting…...
AFRO spotlight on Black excellence: How Kaci Patterson advances Dr. King’s legacy through equity-driven change
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (252+ words) Communities across the country continue to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s legacy in diverse and meaningful ways. From volunteer service projects and educational programs to faith-based gatherings and policy advocacy, Black Americans reflect on his legacy and highlight…...