Community expressed deep disdain for police treatment following a police involved shooting of an unarmed Black man. Watch full video on YouTube

(BALTIMORE, MD – April 3, 2026) — A police-involved shooting on Pennsylvania Avenue has once again placed a spotlight on one of Baltimore’s most historically significant — and persistently underserved — corridors. The incident occurred Thursday in the 1700 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, near the Avenue Market, where a 35-year-old man was shot during an encounter with police. According to city officials, the man is currently listed in critical but stable condition. Witnesses described a heavy police presence in the aftermath, with what some called an “onslaught” of police vehicles flooding the area. Tensions rose as onlookers gathered, with several…

An unidentified man was shot by local police. He was taken to hospital, but not before the people expressed disdain. Watch full video on YouTube

(NEW YORK — April 2, 2026) — In the heart of Manhattan’s Chelsea district, the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards will honor Baltimore-based fashion designer, author, and entrepreneur Jody Davis — founder of Jody Davis Designs — as she celebrates 15 years in business. The moment is both timely and intentional. “This is a natural progression,” said BMORENews publisher Doni Glover. “We honored Kevin Scott for his 25th anniversary. Now, it’s only right that we celebrate Jody. She runs her own enterprise — and she’s been doing it for 15 years. Given her love for New York and Chelsea,…

Honoree: Emanuel J. Stanley, 33° (BALTIMORE – April 1, 2026) – Emanuel J. Stanley, 33°, has built a life defined by service — to his country, his community, and a centuries-old tradition of Black excellence, brotherhood, and civic responsibility. As the 26th Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons of Maryland and Its Jurisdiction, Inc., Stanley served as chief executive officer of one of Maryland’s most historic and influential fraternal institutions, overseeing thousands of members statewide with international affiliations. On Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 8128 Liberty…

(NEW YORK – April 1, 2026) – Edward Harrison knows the criminal justice system not as an observer — but as someone who lived it for over four decades. A formerly incarcerated person who spent more than 40 years navigating in and out of the prison system, Edward Harrison carries a truth that no policy paper, no commission report, and no government study can replicate: the truth of a man who was there. What Edward witnessed inside those walls would shake the conscience of any taxpaying citizen — a system where the very people funded to serve as watchdogs became…

(BROOKLYN, NY – April 1, 2026) – Nathaniel B. Evans is a Brooklyn native who has lived the criminal justice story from every angle — on the streets, behind the walls, and within the halls of government. With over 15 years of experience navigating and challenging a system that too often fails the communities it claims to serve, Nathaniel brings an unmatched depth of perspective to his work. As a Community Organizer for Justice & Safety for the NYC Public Advocate, Nathaniel has transformed personal experience into powerful public advocacy — bridging the gap between those who have been impacted…

In the heart of Baltimore, something powerful is happening on Pennsylvania Avenue. At Upton Boxing, Coach Calvin Ford and … Watch full video on YouTube

(BALTIMORE – March 30, 2026) — With the June 23rd primary election fast approaching, Politics 26 returns tomorrow at 6 PM with a powerful lineup of candidates, consultants, and political voices ready to unpack what may be one of the most consequential election cycles in recent memory. Hosted by Doni Glover, the show continues to carve out space for real, unfiltered political dialogue — the kind that informs, challenges, and prepares voters for what lies ahead. Tomorrow’s panel features: Robert Dashiell, Esquire Andy Pierre, political consultant Braxton Street, politico Joining the conversation are candidates actively shaping the race: Sabrina Tapp-Harper…

Human rights activist, artist, and organizer recognized for his leadership on justice, reentry, and human dignity (NEW YORK, NY – March 31, 2026) — Black Wall Street CHELSEA will honor Mr. Five Mualimmak, a prominent human rights activist, artist, and organizer whose life’s work has been dedicated to challenging the carceral state and uplifting people directly impacted by incarceration. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 4 to 6 PM at 135 West 20th Street, Suite 302, New York, NY. Born into a legacy of resistance and service as the child of Black Panther Party members,…