The State of Black Male Enrollment Initiative Will Investigate the University’s 14% Decrease in the Critical Student Population and Recommend Solutions to Reverse the Trend (BALTIMORE – February 9, 2025) — In response to the alarming decline in Black male enrollment at Morgan State University, Maryland’s largest Historically Black Colleges or University (HBCU) and one of the nation’s fastest-rising research institutions, University President David K. Wilson has announced the formation of the Presidential Task Force on the State of Black Male Enrollment at Morgan. This initiative will examine the underlying causes of declining enrollment and retention of Black males in higher education…

Please join Recreation and Parks on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Sandtown Winchester Achievement Academy, 701 Gold Street, for an open forum concerning the Lillian Jones Recreation Center. This crucial event will shape the future of the Lillian Jones Recreation Center and our community. Your voice is essential.

By Crystal Joseph, a licensed mental health therapist in Maryland & Virginia and Chief Media Liaison for Nefertiti Network (WASHINGTON, DC – February 3, 2025) The first week of a new administration can usher in significant change, especially some when policies disproportionately affect Black communities. As we navigate these shifts, it’s essential to prioritize mental health while remaining engaged in the fight for justice. Below are tips to protect your psychological safety and foster resilience in cities like Baltimore, Newark, Detroit, Miami, and Prince George’s County, Maryland. Understand the Stakes: Know Your Rights and the Legacy of the 14th Amendment…

Tune in Tuesday, Feb 4 at 11am CT/12 ET; live stream at justiceforgreenwood.org/stream  (TULSA – February 4, 2025)—On the heels of the U.S. Department of Justice report documenting the extraordinary horrors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols has signaled his support for Project Greenwood, the most comprehensive plan yet to help repair the harm caused by the state-sanctioned destruction of the historic Greenwood District, also known as Black Wall Street.  Championed by Justice for Greenwood and the two last living massacre survivors, the plan has been embraced by massacre descendants, public officials, faith leaders, and business…

Morgan’s Dr. Sara Rahnama and the Program for the Study of the Middle East & North Africa is hosting a special conversation with noted author Ta-Nehisi Coates. Don’t miss out on this important discussion! Tues., Feb 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM  Carl J. Murphy Fine Arts Center, 2201 Argonne Dr, Baltimore, Maryland, US, 21218 Event link https://events.morgan.edu/event/a-conversation-with-ta-nehisi-coates

(BALTIMORE – February 4, 2025) – Unless one has been under a rock, then the artistic creativity of Akio Evans (https://www.byakioevans.com/) – straight out of East Baltimore – ought to be a no-brainer! A Baltimore native, Akio is a renowned shoe muralist whose artistic vision has adorned the feet of celebrities like Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Dr. Dre. Each piece of his wearable art is signed and numbered, making them highly collectible. His work has been sought after by esteemed writer-directors such as Angel Williams, Ava DuVernay, Courtney Kemp, David Simon, Donnell Rawlings, D. Watkins, Pharrell Williams, Reinaldo Greene,…

(BALTIMORE – February 4, 2025) – Baltimore and beyond, the landscape is shifting! From local politics to national leadership, from inspiring entrepreneurs to groundbreaking community leaders, there’s plenty to keep an eye on. Did you know Baltimore County’s council structure is still in flux? Meanwhile, on the national stage, Ken Martin steps in as the new head of the Democratic National Committee. And in the world of business, we’re spotlighting dynamic entrepreneurs like Abai Schulze, Brittny Bagley, and Dewan Clayborn—trailblazers making an impact in their industries and communities. Get ready for a dose of Black excellence, business insights, and history that…

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(BALTIMORE – January 27, 2025) – Do tune in to the Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show weekdays from 9 to 10 am EST. Prepare for exciting editions hosted by the award-winning BMORENews.com publisher. The show streams LIVE on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Recent shows: Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show: Patrick Bradford, Esq. on DI Lawsuit Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show: Author Alex Green Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show: It’s Logan! Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show: Donna Stevenson Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show: Martina Evans, Esq.

Continuing the Legacy of JJ Adams Fuel Oil Company  (BALTIMORE – January 26, 2025) – Be sure to save the date: Sat., Feb. 22, 2025. BMORENews.com, in conjunction with the Maryland-Washington Minority Contractors, Bishop Barry Chapman of Bishop Pest Control and Bishop Bail Bonds, and Joseph H. Brown Funeral Home, present the Black Wall Street EXPO 2025 featuring panels, workshops, and the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. We’ll also present our second cohort of Black Wall Street YOUTH AWARDS. RSVP to BlackWallStreetEXPO2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award include Kendra Adams. Who is Kendra?  Kendra Adams is…