By Richard DeShay Elliott (PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY – December 5, 2024) – Following a series of deadlocked votes from the Prince Georges’ County Council during their final legislative meeting of the year on Dec. 3, Councilmember Jolene Ivey (D- District 5) will remain chair of the governing body, while Councilmember Edward Burroughs (D-District 8), was elected to serve as vice chair. Although no member received majority votes, the council is free to elect a new chair during the new legislative session, a point noted by Councilmembers Tom Dernoga (D- District 1) and Krystal Oriadha (D- District 7). Ivey emphasized she is…

(WASHINGTON, DC – November 21, 2024) – David J. Byrd, distinguished public servant and contributor to BPALiveWire, will join Understanding the Landscape Post U.S. Elections, a members-only virtual gathering hosted by Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA). This off-the-record breakout session will take place on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET via Zoom. As the former National Director of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), Byrd brings decades of expertise in government, economic development, and international affairs to the panel. His insights will help participants navigate the evolving political and economic landscape following the U.S. elections. BPIA was…

By Doni Glover, Publisher (BALTIMORE – November 20, 2024) – I was recently asked if I gamble. I said no. Then again, I do engage in politics. I was admittedly biased in terms of the recent election. I was ten toes down in support of Vice President Kamala Harris. Although there were indeed issues during the campaign – as noted by political pundits on our daily broadcast (The Emmy-nominated “Doni Glover Show” streaming on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Facebook weekdays at 9 am EST) and via a lot of text messages from less public sources, I believed and still believe that…

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By Deana Bass WIlliams and Dee Dee Bass Wilbon (WASHINGTON, DC – November 15, 2024) – The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election revealed a pivotal shift among African American, Hispanic, and female voters, signaling a reevaluation of long-standing party loyalties. President-elect Donald Trump’s increased support within these groups reflects economic discontent, evolving social priorities, and a clear desire for change. As these voter groups express frustration over the current financial landscape and align with culturally conservative values, both parties have a compelling challenge: understanding and effectively engaging with these emerging priorities. One of the starkest indicators of this shift is the…

Join me tonight from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Diamondz Events & Catering LLC (9980-88 Liberty Rd., Randallstown, MD 21133) for a community meeting hosted by Wylie Funeral Homes. This meeting will focus on the proposed crematory and its potential impact on our community. Wylie will provide updates on safety measures, environmental protections, noise and odor concerns, and how the project could enhance property values. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts. For more information, contact Wylie Funeral Homes at 410-984-4180. I hope to see you there! Best regards, Councilman Julian E. Jones Jr.

(BALTIMORE – November 6, 2024) – As the nation grapples with the implications of another possible presidential term for Donald Trump, Maryland Democrats celebrate a significant achievement: the election of Angela Alsobrooks as Maryland’s first Black U.S. senator. For many in this heavily Democratic state, her victory is a powerful counterpoint and a bright spot in a challenging political landscape. With Maryland’s 2-to-1 Democratic majority, Alsobrooks’ win was crucial for maintaining Senate control. Alsobrooks, the Prince George’s County Executive, won the primary decisively against Congressman David Trone before defeating former Governor Larry Hogan, a Republican, in Tuesday’s general election. Despite…

(TOWSON, MD – October 31, 2024) – Yep! You got it! Maryland Speaker of the House Adrienne Jones’ brother, Barry Williams, wants to be the next Baltimore County Executive. Albeit a shortened term – providing the current exec, Johnny Olszewski wins his Congressional bid – Williams, if selected, would serve the remainder of the term. But beyond being the Speaker’s brother, who is Mr. Williams? Barry F. Williams is the president of the Barry F. Williams Consulting Group, specializing in Education workforce development, Recreation and Parks, and Medical Cannabis as an industry.  Barry had been a leader in those fields…

(ANNAPOLIS, MD – October 29, 2024)—Governor Wes Moore today joined President Joseph R. Biden at the Port of Baltimore to celebrate more than $147 million in federal funding to create good-paying, clean jobs and to expedite decarbonization and electrification efforts at the Port. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded the funding to the Port of Baltimore through its Clean Ports Program, created under President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. “In Maryland, we aren’t going to choose between building a competitive state and a sustainable one -— we will do both simultaneously,” said Gov. Moore. “In partnership with the Biden-Harris Administration, we…