By Stephanie Sweet, Special to the AFRO As minority contractors seek viable opportunities to not only expand our individual footprints, but to also foster diversity throughout the entire construction industry, we often encounter a common misconception that project labor agreements (PLAs) are somehow bad for our businesses. In fact, in opposing a PLA being implemented
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com During the first public safety hearing back from summer recess for the D.C. Council on Sept. 18, a young woman shared her experience with sexual assault and the criminal legal system. “I was sexually assaulted in my high school bathroom in my first year of high school. I
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO Contributing Editor, dbailey@afro.com Thanks to the Durant Family Foundation, the standout player at Bowie State University’s A.C. Jordan Arena this basketball season is the facility itself. Wanda Durant joined Bowie State University President Aminta H. Breaux and members of the university’s men’s and women’s basketball teams at a ribbon cutting to
Written by Taneasha White-Gibson James Baldwin: The life story you may not know James Baldwin was a prolific writer, poet, essayist, and civil rights activist. Though he spent much of his life abroad, he is undoubtedly an American writer, whose works serve as a prism through which to view Black American life. Apart from being
Written by Alexis Bennett, Alexis Curls A guide to finding housing for the previously incarcerated For many individuals stepping back into society after incarceration, finding a stable place to call home can be complicated. The reality is that those who have been previously incarcerated are almost 10 times more likely to face homelessness compared to
By Mark Sherman, The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is returning to a new term to take up some familiar topics — guns and abortion — and with concerns about ethics swirling around the justices. The year also will have a heavy focus on social media and how free speech protections apply
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor, afields@afro.com Government officials are tracking a potential shutdown in less than 48 hours if Congress does not pass the 12 necessary appropriations bill to fund federal operations. Democrats and Republicans have struggled to reach common ground on spending levels ahead of the 11:59 p.m. deadline on Sept. 30 ahead
By Tom Krisher and David Koenig, AP Business Writers DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers union expanded strikes against Detroit automakers Sept. 29, ordering 7,000 more workers to walk off the job in Illinois and Michigan to put more pressure on the companies to improve their offers. It was the second time the union
US-based gospel singer-songwriter and Worship leader, Bindu Dennis makes a graceful debut with the release of her first single “Elohim“. The uplifting ballad, accompanied by a heartwarming music video, is a powerful song of worship and adoration to God Almighty. Available now on all music streaming platforms, “Elohim” captures Bindu in awe of God as
Multi-Stellar Award-nominated Gospel group, Fresh Start Worship, has released their latest LP, He Is Here. This 12-track album is a follow-up to their two EPs, He Is Excellent, released on March 17th and He Is Friend, released on August 18th. The dynamic vocal ensemble explores themes of faith, spirituality, and the support of God’s presence