POLICY & JUSTICE — Maryland's new Voting Rights Act bans racially discriminatory local voting systems and addresses longstanding barriers including unfair districts that weakened the power of Black voters. The legislation authorizes legal action for injunctive relief and damages against methods that impair voters' ability to elect candidates of their choice. Governor Wes Moore signed the measure into law, with the emergency legislation taking effect immediately.
Oakland pioneer Too $hort released his 23rd studio album "Sir Too $hort Vol. 2: Drink & Smoke," produced entirely by Lil Jon, exactly 20 years after "Blow the Whistle", proving hip-hop's elder statesmen can still deliver.
A 74-year-old resident was brutally beaten by six teenagers at a Northwest Baltimore 7-Eleven on July 7; community groups organized a rally demanding store safety measures and apprehension of the attackers.
Bridgeforth Farms, Alabama's largest Black-owned farm, has grown from 600 acres to 10,000 acres across four counties, with fourth-generation farmers continuing ancestors' work.
The second annual Martha's Vineyard Gospel Festival returns August 17 at Old Whaling Church in Edgartown, featuring nationally recognized gospel artists and supporting residents facing food insecurity and housing challenges.
L'Oréal is supporting the NAACP Empowerment Programs with six grants of $25,000 each to entrepreneurs in the beauty industry, with applications open through April 23, 2026.
Delta Community Credit Union is awarding $25,000 in scholarships to HBCU students, with recipients selected based on academic achievement, community involvement, and essay submissions.
The 2026 DC Real Property Tax Lien Sale, originally scheduled to start July 15, has been postponed until Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Wish's Empowerment Program supports Black-owned small businesses with grants ranging from $500 to $2,000, designed to expand operations and improve community impact.
The Baltimore Crab Crawl 5K and 10K races run today at 7:45 a.m. through Patterson Park, with points counting toward year-long series competitions.
Black Men's Wellness Day events in multiple cities including Jackson, Charlotte, and Columbus this month celebrate health and wellness with free screenings and family activities.
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Open to Black or African American students at any postsecondary institution, with preference given to HBCU students. On a rolling basis, the scholarship grants money to recipients to support education costs including food, housing, and transportation.
Apply →The Martha's Vineyard Gospel Festival unites the transforming power of gospel music with meaningful community engagement, with every ticket and donation strengthening efforts to address hunger and housing instability on the island.