(BALTIMORE – December 31, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees include: Adeyemi Adeduro Wanda Best Marci Flournoy Akio Evans Sebastian Coates Maria Thorpe Tiana Wells-Lawson Omar Muhammad Naijha Wright-Brown Pía Brown Kenneth Morris, CPA Kelli Redmond-Bagby Richard…

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(BALTIMORE – December 31, 2024) – Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott released a first-term accomplishment report entitled “Building Baltimore’s Future Together,” detailing significant strides made in improving public safety the right way, prioritizing youth, building clean and healthy communities, striving for equitable neighborhood development, and ensuring responsible stewardship of city resources over the past four years. “Reflecting on our journey, I am proud of the progress we’ve made in building a stronger, more equitable Baltimore,” said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “This report reflects the hard work and commitment of so many people — from city employees to community partners — who…

(BALTIMORE – December 31, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Solace Sabir Sharif Vanzie is a dynamic young entrepreneur, world schooled scholar, and social innovator whose accomplishments defy his years. As a seasoned multi-faceted leader, Solace co-founded a…

(BALTIMORE – December 31, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Hosting this event is none other than Jasmine Kemp. Jasmine is a dedicated Talent Acquisition Manager, nonprofit founder, and proud Ms. Black Maryland USA 2025 titleholder. With over…

(BALTIMORE – December 31, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Richard Conway. Who is Richard? Richard Conway is a passionate leader, educator, and community advocate who has…

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(BALTIMORE – December 30, 2025) – Baltimore iconic leaders Coach Robert Wade and Dr. Warren Hayman are proud to announce the 27th Annual Baltimore City Public Schools Basketball Academy will be held Friday, January 10, and Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the illustrious Coppin State University in Baltimore, MD. The 27th Annual BCPS Basketball Academy offers a comprehensive, two-day program for middle school students and high school student-athletes (male and female), coaches, administrators, parents, and spectators. The program offers the participants academics and athletics. The Academy is dedicated to enriching the lives of young people and increasing the opportunities of…

Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce Awards $63,000 in Microgrants to Local Businesses (OAKLAND – December 30, 2025) — The Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) is proud to announce the distribution of $63,000 in microgrants to 63 member businesses. These $1,000 grants, generously sponsored by Supervisor Nate Miley, Amazon, and the Tides Foundation, reflect our unwavering commitment to empowering Black-owned businesses in Oakland. “Our members are essential to Oakland’s economic and cultural fabric,” said Cathy Adams, President of the OAACC. “These grants are a testament to our dedication to fostering business growth and sustainability within our community.” The…

Enoch Muhammad works with young people. To serve them parents must first change themselves, he says. (CHICAGO – December 30, 2024) – Nothing can be more important in the New Year than saving our children in the face of threats from within and outside our community. Mental health challenges, failing education, violence, unemployment, police abuses, poverty, housing insecurity and other pressures erode family and community, often leaving our babies vulnerable, feeling neglected and forgotten. Enoch Muhammad, of Chicago-based Hip Hop Detoxx, has been working with young people for more than two decades. He shared some important lessons on what we must…