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(BALTIMORE – February 22, 2026) – Baltimore has always been a city of giants. From the shores of the Chesapeake to the streets of Cherry Hill, Liberty Road, Prince George’s County, and beyond — Black men and women from this region have shaped American history, often without the recognition they deserve. This Black History Month, BMORENews.com proudly honors the builders, the financiers, the organizers, the power brokers, and the institution-makers who helped define Maryland’s Black legacy. These are our giants.This is our history. Black History Month 2026 | Dr. Ella White Campbell — Drum Major for the Liberty Road Corridor (Fountain…

Tamara Payne’s “Dear Black Girl: Letters to My Sisters”

(BALTIMORE – July 20, 2023) – “Dear Black Girl: Letters to My Sisters” is an installation and performance piece affirming the gifts and experiences of Black and brown women. Inspired by the poem “A Black Girl’s Country” by poet, filmmaker, and dancer Nia June – I explore the idea of “Home”. The collaboration affords women the opportunity to share their journey through their own narratives. The collaboration of embroidered quotes images, African textiles, audio, video, and found objects are combined to explore Black and brown womanhood through poetry, music, fashion, and dance. This exhibition is intended to serve as a…

21 Years of Sisterhood: SISTERS 4 SISTERS NETWORK, INC.

(PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – July 18, 2023) – Twenty-one years ago, founding members Peggy Morris (President), Sharon J. Bullock (Vice President), Audrey N. Dickson (Secretary), and Dee Adams (Treasurer) saw a need to create a platform that would allow women to grow, collaborate and build lasting relationships on their road to entrepreneurship. Today, membership has grown from 4 to close to 50o dedicated and loyal women who all share a common bond of promoting positive Sisterhood. Over the past 15 years, Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc. has created a platform for women to come together to network, share experiences,…

Tommie Broadwater, “The Godfather of Prince George’s”, Dies

(PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD – July 18, 2023) – Tommie Broadwater, a barrier-breaking Prince Georgian, passed away on Tuesday, June 11 at age 81. Broadwater was the first Black State Senator to represent Prince George’s when he was elected in 1974. He became known as “The Godfather” to many for his intimate knowledge of the political process and ability to provide jobs and services to constituents when other legislators would not. After first winning his seat, he was known for his Afro and orange Cadillac just as much as his legislative dealmaking and support for future Black candidates. “From the halls…

This week’s lineup on Doni Glover Show, M-F, 9-10 am EST

(BALTIMORE – July 16, 2023) – Guests this week include Kenny Brown, Charles Robinson, Michael Moore, Tiger Davis, & Dr. Eric Kelly. The show, hosted by BMORENews.com publisher Doni Glover, streams LIVE Monday thru Friday at 9 am EST on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.

Life Celebration of Tommie Broadwater, Aug. 1st

TOMMIE BROADWATER, II (MD State Archives) Democrat, District 24. Born in Washington D.C., June 9, 1942.  Attended Prince George’s County public schools; Southeastern University in Washington, D.C.  Married to the former Lillian Prince; four children; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. General Assembly: Member of Senate, 1974-83.  Member, Budget and Taxation Committee, 1974-83; Chair, Subcommittee on Corrections and Transportation, 1974-83; Vice-Chair, Rules Committee, 1974-83; Member, Commission on Intergovernmental Cooperation, 1974-83; Joint Oversight Committee on Corrections, 1974-83; Joint Oversight Committee on Transportation, 1974-83; Governor’s Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee, 1974-83; Governor’s Housing Task Force, 1974-83; Governor’s Task Force on Youth Employment, 1980-82. Private…

Historic Pennsylvania Avenue Parade Postponed

(BALTIMORE – July 11, 2023) – The Historic Pennsylvania Avenue Parade that was due to happen this weekend has been postponed. The event has been pushed back, probably to August. Stay tuned to BMORENews.com for details – soon to be released. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Professor Larry Gibson on the next edition of Doni Glover Show

(BALTIMORE – July 9, 2023) – For the latest news on the Black political economy in the Capitol region and beyond, tune in to the Emmy-nominated Doni Glover Show! Our guest this upcoming Monday will be Professor Larry Gibson, the noted law professor at the University of Maryland. Topics will include Affirmative Action developments, the Supreme Court, and Voting Rights. The show, hosted by BMORENews.com publisher Doni Glover, streams LIVE Monday thru Friday at 9 am EST on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.

USBE Magazine celebrates: White House announces intention to nominate General Charles C. Q. Brown to Joint Chiefs of Staff

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 26, 2023) – It’s been two decades since Colin Powell’s historic Joint Staff appointment and celebrations for the long-anticipated pick of the second Black man at the joint staff are just getting started. According to the White House, President Joe Biden has announced his intention to nominate U.S. Air Force Chief General Charles Q. Brown Jr. as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Brown, a former fighter pilot with experience in the Pacific, would be only the second Black officer to hold this position after Colin Powell, who served two decades ago. The…