The AFRO American Newspaper
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Jul- 2019 -25 July
Are Low-Income Residents a Priority?
THE AFRO — Water has for the most part has been restored to the residents of Poe Homes in West Baltimore. But an air of wariness remains among residents at…
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22 July
Bill Introduced to Improve Maternal Healthcare
THE AFRO — Expectant mothers face challenges when seeking quality prenatal care in the District of Columbia. Economic and transportation barriers contribute to the District’s infant mortality rate which is amongst…
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21 July
Larry Young Does It Again
THE AFRO — Larry Young, former State Senator and venerable Baltimore talk show host has again been named one of the top talk radio personalities in America. The Talkers Magazine,…
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21 July
Baltimore Black Engineers Celebrate 30 Years
THE AFRO — The chapter had a black tie gala fundraiser to support for their work to support collegiate and pre-collegiate students, as well as professionals in science, technology, engineering and…
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18 July
Bodden Foundation to Address Mental Health
THE AFRO — Former NFL defensive back and Prince George’s County native Leigh Bodden knows all too well about dealing with pain and putting on a brave face. Most of…
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18 July
Highlighting BSU 2019 HOF Class
THE AFRO — Two former NFL players, a two-time championship winning basketball coach, a three time CIAA Track Coach of The Year, and a championship team headlined the Bowie State Athletic…
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10 July
Air Pollution vs. People of Color
THE AFRO — As the 2020 race for Presidency of the United States unfolds, climate change is amongst one of the most pressing issues that the candidates are being asked to…
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10 July
Black Columnist Target of Apparent “Swatting” Hoax
THE AFRO — A prominent national Black newspaper columnist was victim of an apparent hoax following a 911 call of a possible murder, which prompted a scene outside his home with…
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2 July
“Countdown to Demolition,” Baltimore City Moves to Save Calloway Home
THE AFRO — Cab Calloway’s childhood home is slated for demolition, July 1. A rally in protest of the destruction of the monument to Black, Jazz, and Baltimore history gathered outside…
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