(BALTIMORE – April 25, 2025) — Ten years ago, the world turned its gaze to Sandtown-Winchester. The death of Freddie Gray while in police custody sparked national outrage and local uprising—but for those of us who call this community home, it wasn’t the beginning of our grief. It was the boiling point of a pain that had long been ignored. For generations, Sandtown has endured trauma layered deep—poverty, violence, disinvestment, institutional neglect, and systemic racism. These scars run through our schools, our streets, and our spirits. They show up in every shuttered recreation center, every broken promise from government, and…

(BALTIMORE – April 23, 2025) – This year marks the tenth anniversary of the death of Freddie Gray. We knew this day would come, and we’ve been praying for the wisdom to hear and share God’s message to the people. In recent weeks, reporters from various news outlets and representatives from numerous organizations have reached out to BMORENews.com, all asking the same question: Who has done what since then? My answer has been the same to each one—I’ve invited them to come to church with me this Sunday, April 27th, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Sharon Baptist Church in…

(BALTIMORE – April 19, 2025) – It was a perfect spring Saturday in Baltimore, with temperatures in the 70s and a gentle breeze carrying the season through the streets. As a proud advocate for Black-owned businesses, I often take time to visit local apparel makers across the city. On this day, I started on the west side and worked my way east. Over the years, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the art of making clothes. My earliest influence? My mother. In addition to being a registered nurse, she was a professional seamstress who also made custom draperies and crocheted…

Dedicated to Jerry Cross (SANDTOWN – April 18, 2025) – At some point, I knew I had to write about Freddie Gray—especially now, a full decade since his death. So many memories flood my mind: the burning car a block away on North Carrollton Avenue, the TV news hyping up “rioters” marching down Historic Pennsylvania Avenue, the mother who snatched her son out of the chaos on national TV. From Gilmor Homes to Mondawmin to Penn-North, West Baltimore was rising up—voicing decades of pain, frustration, and disregard for the city’s Black majority. The drama also went to East Monument Street.…

(BALTIMORE – April 16, 2025) – Back in February 2024, we hosted a Black Wall Street event at HOODFELLAS—now rebranded and relocated as Soul Street. That evening, we honored Ertha Harris, Carde Cornish, and Sheree Rogers with the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award. Ertha is deeply engaged in a wide range of community-building efforts, all aimed at uplifting our people. Carde, a young legend from Druid Heights, is not only a master behind the camera but also an outstanding father and a shining example of Black excellence. And Sheree? I’ve seen her with my own eyes, handing out food…

(BALTIMORE – April 10, 2025) – A cool breeze swept across the entrance of the Marriott Waterfront Hotel as a line of sleek vehicles waited for valet service. Inside, the lobby buzzed with energy as a diverse crowd made their way to the second floor for The Afro-American Newspaper’s “Who’s Who in Black Baltimore”—an event celebrating Black excellence across generations, industries, and neighborhoods. BMORENews.com was honored to receive media credentials for this exclusive event, featuring a powerful mix of community legends and emerging leaders. Special thanks to The AFRO, Real Time Media, and G. Grant Griffin Media Group, Executive Producer…

(BALTIMORE – April 2, 2025) – There is a place on Historic Pennsylvania Avenue that is so very special. It is called Upton Boxing Center. Coach Calvin and Coach Kenny have led a tremendous effort for several years now. People like Cleve Brister gave them such an opportunity. Coach Calvin said they came in, painted the spot, and began what would become the home of a world champion boxer: Gervonta “Tank” Davis. It is particularly special that these men have never disconnected themselves after stardom. We can see them all on television, yet they are right around the corner from…

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 1, 2025) – Just when it seemed America was spiraling downward, a Democrat stepped up to fight. That man is Senator Cory Booker. With grit and purpose, he delivered a record-breaking 25-hour, 5-minute speech in the Senate, standing in defiance of President Donald Trump’s policies and rallying Democratic resistance. Booker’s speech, which lasted from Monday evening into Tuesday night, shattered the record set by segregationist Strom Thurmond’s 1957 filibuster against the Civil Rights Act. He passionately denounced Trump’s administration, particularly the Social Security cuts overseen by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, and warned of a “looming…

One of the only Black tugboat captains in America (BALTIMORE – March 31, 2025) –  Maryland, a state with a long and storied maritime history, prides itself on its thriving port system, expansive waterways, and commitment to economic development. Yet, one glaring question remains unanswered: Why has Captain Darwin Peguese, a highly credentialed U.S. Navy veteran and seasoned entrepreneur, struggled to secure significant maritime contracts in Maryland? Captain Peguese, the president and owner of Island Breeze Marine, Inc. (IBMI), boasts more than 25 years of experience in the maritime industry, including 11 years specializing in maintenance dredging and wetland development.…

(BALTIMORE – March 29, 2025) – For 23 years, I have leveraged my journalism expertise and interpersonal skills to provide strategic guidance and valuable insights to individuals, organizations, nonprofits, corporations, and municipalities seeking to effectively engage the two-million-strong Black community in the Maryland/DC corridor. My firm, DMGlobal Marketing & Public Relations, LLC, is the creator of BMORENews.com and BlackUSA.News—two multimedia news platforms dedicated to highlighting Black-owned businesses and politics. Baltimore, Prince George’s County, and Washington, D.C. are home to some of the most engaged voters and discerning consumers in America. They value truth, ownership, and forward mobility—always striving for higher…