By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com In 2022, Marylanders voted to pass a referendum on cannabis use for individuals 21 years and older. Recreational use of the drug started on July 1. On that day, state dispensaries racked up more than $3.5 million in adult-use sales, according to a Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) report.
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com After former governor Larry Hogan signed HB0940, sports betting became legal in Maryland in 2021. Since then, retail and mobile sportsbooks have contributed more than $25 million in tax revenue to the state, and Marylanders have wagered more than $2.8 billion, according to revenue reports from the Maryland
By Zsana Hoskins, Special to the AFRO The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention and Career Fair will be held in Birmingham, Ala. at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex from Aug. 2 to Aug. 6. Journalists and other media industry professionals from across the country are traveling for over 200 training sessions and workshops with
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The Reginald F. Lewis Museum currently has their “Afro-Futurist Manifesto: Blackness Reimagined” exhibit on display. The multi-medium art display is highlighting the idea of Afro-futurism and the many pioneers who have helped shape the ever growing subculture. Afro-futurism is dynamic and isn’t easily defined; however, its inability to
Fans are elated as Dunsin Oyekan announces new music with Theophilus Sunday Taking to social media, the renowned Nigerian psalmist and worship revivalist trumpeted the news of his collaboration with firebrand gospel minister, Theophilus Sunday, while also hinting at another new collaboration with Nathaniel Bassey, for new songs! “Some time ago, the Lord said I
by NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent Stacy M. Brown Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) firmly stated that Black Americans are being attacked in various ways nationwide, with Republicans leading these efforts. “We refuse to be victims, and we will not be silenced,” declared CBC Chairman and Representative Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) during a State of Black
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writer tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimore County residents are raising their voices about the state of public safety in Maryland. “Crime in the area hasn’t decreased because folks are consistently finding ways to get away with it and not being held accountable,” said Lamont Cook, 42. A 30-year Randallstown resident, Cook said one of
Detectives need your help in identifying this child or his parents or guardian. On July 29, 2023, at approximately 11:35 p.m., officers responded to the 4000 block of Fernhill Avenue to investigate a call for service regarding child neglect. Once officers arrived at the location, they were met by a concerned citizen who found a
By Khira MooreAFRO Intern It’s almost here, folks! National Night Out is Aug. 1, the first Tuesday in August. It’s a fun night of good food and even better company. Not to mention, it’s free! According to the National Night Out Organization, this celebration in the Baltimore community began in 1984 and is primarily hosted
Les twins are putting the power of their platform behind the group using dance to focus youth toward maintaining their mental health. (Photo: Courtesy of Associated Press/Michele Eve Sandberg) By Aziah Siid, Word in Black If you’ve been lucky enough to score tickets to Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, you know Queen B is on stage