As D.C. Public Schools students return to class on Aug. 25, Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee outlines new initiatives to boost academic success, address chronic absenteeism, and modernize school facilities ...

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with officials from 16 states and Washington, D.C., is urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to lift restrictions on mifepristone, a key drug ...

Del. Malcolm P. Ruff and Crystal Jackson Parker announce their campaigns for Maryland General Assembly seats in 2026, ...

Dr. Ben Vinson III announces departure as president of Howard University after two years. Former President Wayne A.I.

Baltimore icon of fashion and millinery, Mrs. Jean E. Merrick, was celebrated at a 90th birthday luncheon in Catonsville, where nearly 150 family members and friends gathered to honor her elegance, ...

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Trump's law enforcement policy in D.C. exposes underlying White nationalism, echoing Nixon's war on drugs. Democrats' resistance lacks focus on Black masses.

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Boycott leader doubts CEO change at Target will address DEI concerns. Target names COO Michael Fiddelke as new CEO amidst sales struggles and boycotts.

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Willie R. Cummings, a 98-year-old veteran of the US Army, passed away on August 20th and will be interred at Sandhills State ...