ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced $50 million in grant awards to support vacant property reduction efforts in Baltimore City through the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative. The governor also announced a new Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative Support Fund, toward which philanthropic partners have contributed more than $1 million for technical assistance to support awardees. Today’s announcements marks an acceleration of the Moore-Miller Administration’s commitment to addressing the challenge of vacant properties in Baltimore City neighborhoods announced last year through the creation of Reinvest Baltimore. “For this to be Maryland’s decade, it has to be Baltimore’s time,” said Gov. Moore. “We know that if…

(BALTIMORE – July 6, 2025) – For years now, Rondy Griffin has been quietly mastering the media game. In fact, I might’ve been one of his earliest test subjects. Back in the day, he crafted marketing packages for BMORENews during our foundational years. Media, marketing, and advertising come naturally to Rondy—skills that were first sharpened many moons ago at MCI, the legendary telemarketing hub in Towson that gave countless young Black professionals their start. That office was a launching pad for dreams, a proving ground where many, including our late brother Marcellus Anthony Williams (a.k.a. Marty), laid the groundwork for…

Bramble on the next Doni Glover Show, Sunday, 5:30 am, WMAR TV-2  (BALTIMORE – July 5, 2025) – It is with great pride and genuine excitement that I share with our BMORENews audience an exclusive interview with one of Baltimore’s most impactful—and perhaps lesser-known—figures: P. David Bramble. Some may not yet recognize the name, but I’ve known about him for years. He’s the son of Joy and Father Peter Bramble, founders of The Baltimore Times, a newspaper birthed right at their kitchen table on Madison Avenue back in 1986. I cut my teeth in journalism working for both The Baltimore…

(BALTIMORE – July 4, 2025)— In a landmark move signaling the start of a new cooperative initiative, Morgan State University and the SEA Foundation, a philanthropic organization founded by internationally acclaimed soccer icon and humanitarian Sheyi Emmanuel Adebayor, have committed to strategic collaboration focused on advancing experiential learning, entrepreneurship, and leadership development with a strong emphasis on social impact. Formalized during a public event held on Morgan’s campus, Friday, June 27, 2025, the two institutions officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU signing ceremony culminated months of planning and dialogue between Morgan leadership and representatives of the SEA Foundation. It…

(BALTIMORE – July 4, 2025) — After a brief pause and an unforgettable 60th birthday celebration, The Doni Glover Show is back! Tune in this Sunday at 5:30 AM on WMAR-2 for the highly anticipated return of Baltimore’s Emmy-nominated newsmaker. “With my graduation, my daughter’s graduation, the University of Baltimore application deadline, and a milestone birthday surrounded by Baltimore legends — it’s time to get back to the salt mines,” said host Doni Glover. The comeback episode features an exclusive one-on-one with Baltimore developer P. David Bramble, the man leading transformative redevelopment efforts across the city, including the Inner Harbor,…

(ATLANTA – July 4, 2025) — The spirit of Tulsa lives on as Black Wall Street ATL returns on Thursday, July 11, 2025, for another powerful celebration of Black excellence. Held in the cultural and entrepreneurial heart of Atlanta, this dynamic event spotlights trailblazing Black entrepreneurs, celebrates economic self-determination, and uplifts the enduring legacy of circulating the Black dollar in our communities. Presented by BMORENews.com and the legendary Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, this celebration will honor visionary business leaders, creatives, and changemakers from across the South and beyond — each leaving a measurable impact in their industries and…

(BALTIMORE – June 22, 2025) – Reserve your spot today for Doni Glover 6.0: A BMORENews Benefit, set for Friday, June 27, 2025, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place.🎟️ RSVP now at DoniGlover60.eventbrite.com. This special evening celebrates Doni Glover’s 60th birthday and the enduring mission of BMORENews. The program will feature the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, a proud BMORENews tradition since 2011, honoring nearly 3,000 Black entrepreneurs, professionals, and allies across nine major U.S. cities. Proceeds will support BMORENews’ independent Black media work—including our Emmy-nominated podcast, TV show, and events that uplift Black excellence. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will also benefit the Bea Gaddy Family Center, recognizing…

Now more than ever, it’s critical that emerging Black journalists are equipped with real-world experience and dynamic exposure—so they’re prepared to cover any assignment with accuracy, context, and confidence. At BMORENews.com, we believe our journalists carry a unique responsibility: to tell our stories truthfully, powerfully, and from our own perspective. In that spirit, we’re proud to offer 5 complimentary tickets to journalism students for the Doni Glover 6.0 Reception & Main Event — an evening that honors Black excellence, resilience, and media leadership. 🎟️ These tickets are made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, who share our mission…

(BALTIMORE – June 18, 2025) – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, has officially announced that the City of Baltimore will remain the home of its Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament through 2029. The decision by the CIAA Board of Directors follows a successful five-year run in Charm City — a tenure that has proven to be both economically and culturally impactful. Baltimore first hosted the CIAA Tournament virtually in 2021 due to the pandemic and then in person beginning in 2022. The tournament has grown into a hallmark event for the city,…

(BALTIMORE – June 17, 2025) – Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the future—it’s the present. It’s in our phones, our workplaces, our homes—and yes, it’s steadily moving into schools and classrooms. While I’m excited about the advancements AI offers, I’m equally concerned that conversations around AI and education in our communities are either delayed, dismissed, or dominated by fear. Now, I understand that based on this country’s history, the Black community has cause to be cautious about emerging systems—especially those created without us in mind. From discriminatory testing practices to biased surveillance tech, we’ve seen how “innovation” can sometimes…