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Jermaine Stone: Q&A with host of ‘Wine & Hip Hop’ podcast
In an industry that suffers from a lack of racial equity and representation, the Bronx native knows that the two industries pair perfectly.
Jermaine Stone, known as the Wolf of Wine, has made quite a name for himself in the wine world through his podcast "Wine & Hip Hop."
Cinco de Mayo kickoff collaboration honors Black and Mexican cultures
To mark Cinco de Mayo, the owner of a Mexican-themed Baltimore restaurant and a couple who are both Black chefs and food historians will collaborate to celebrate Mexican and Black cultures.
Carlos Raba, co-owner and head chef of Clavel, pictured on April 26, 2023.
‘We are assertively and unapologetically addressing structural racism,’ says nonprofit’s new leader
Chrissy M. Thorton, the new president and CEO of Associated Black Charities, believes that her organization provides an invaluable role for Baltimore residents.
Q and A in this week’s The Baltimore Banner with Chrissy M. Thornton, President & CEO, Associated Black Charities.
Black real estate professionals say systemic racism remains a problem in industry
Many agents, brokers say they battle low expectations, stereotypes and discriminatory practices in an industry in which they are disproportionately underrepresented and often earn less than their white counterparts.
Realtor Donnell Spivey poses for a portrait in one of the homes he’s selling on Thursday, April 20.
LGBTQ community awaits new federal policy relaxing blood donation rules for gays
Many advocates believe the restrictions on gay men giving blood, put in place when HIV emerged in the 1980s, are outdated and need to better reflect medical advances.
Adam Bencomo, 36, is a art professor and bartender who wrestled and ran cross country in high school, but he's never been allowed to give blood because he's gay. He is pictured here on April 11, 2023.
Q&A: Actress Mimi Fletcher talks about her roles, admiring Viola Davis and wanting to play a TV mom someday
Raised in Columbia, the actress will next appear as jury member Lori Rae on the drama “Waco: The Aftermath,” which starts streaming Friday on Showtime. It airs on television at 10 p.m. Sunday
Actress Mimi Fletcher, who was raised in Columbia, has appeared in “Ozark,” “Shrinking,” “Shameless,” or “Better Call Saul.” Her next role, jury member Lori Rae on the drama Waco the Aftermath, starts streaming Friday on Showtime. It airs on television at 10 p.m. Sunday.
Posing at the library: Baltimore’s ballroom scene werks The Peabody again
More than 300 people are expected at the third Peabody Ballroom Experience, a celebration of the ballroom scene in Baltimore.
Rhonda Carr, a member of the Peabody Ballroom Experience Board and Peabody Ballroom Experience coordinator, Dr. Joseph Plaster, both pose for a portrait at George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Monday, April 11, 2023.
High hopes for newly renovated CFG Bank Arena
The newly renovated CFG Bank Arena has its public debut tonight with the return of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, which first played the venue 50 years ago. The arena has a rich history, from serving as the home of the NBA's Baltimore Bullets to hosting concerts by Elvis, Aretha, Sinatra and The Beatles.
Scenes of the newly renovated CFG Bank Arena, set to open in April 2023.
Black woman bets on invention to more efficiently dry wigs, hair extensions
Shawna Stepp-Jones, who has degrees form Morgan State and Johns Hopkins, has created Spundle, a fast, no-heat hair dryer for wigs and extensions. She’ll debut the product April 4 at Demo Day for Techstars Equitech Accelerator, a program for members of underestimated communities or developing technologies that increases access and equity across society.
Shawna Stepp-Jones poses for a portrait next to her creation, the Spundle, a fast, no-heat hair dryer for wigs and extensions, in Baltimore, Tuesday, March 28, 2023.
Vandals damage offices of NAACP’s Baltimore chapter
Kobi Little, the president of the Baltimore chapter of the NAACP, was not injured during the attack, but was shaken up, according to Joshua Harris, spokesperson for the organization.
A group vandalized the Baltimore chapter offices of the NAACP—including throwing a piece of concrete through the building’s front window door—while the organization’s president was working inside Tuesday evening, according to the civil rights organization.
Antisemitic incidents nearly double in Maryland in 2022 over previous year, audit finds
Harassment and vandalism accounted for most of the spike, which gave the state the 10th highest number of antisemitic incidents in the country in 2022.
Michael Silver, a Pigtown resident, poses for a portrait in his neighborhood, Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Arion Long: Queen of the business pitch
Since 2018, the Morgan State University graduate has raised more than $1.2 million in venture capital for Femly, her company that helps women have access to safe feminine hygiene products.
Arion Long discusses her story and how she started the company Femly
As Maryland advances bill to fund gender-affirming care, LGBTQ advocates stress it will save lives
The Trans Health Equity Act, which appears headed for final passage, would require Maryland Medicaid to cover gender-affirming care and procedures for transgender patients.
Supporters of trans health bills speak in front of Maryland State House on Feb. 14, 2023 in Annapolis, Maryland.
Black women from Baltimore played a major role in the civil rights movement. Their stories are not well-known.
The Baltimore Museum of Industry is offering a free virtual program on March 28 that looks at the Black women who desegregated a number of industries in Baltimore during the civil rights movement. The discussion is part of the museum’s efforts to honor Women’s History Month, which ends March 31.
The Baltimore Museum of Industry is offering Women of the Movement, a free virtual program, on March 28, 2023.
Black-owned, family-run Crust by Mack bakery savors opportunity to serve delectables at Harborplace
The Baltimore business is the first new tenant to be inked by the iconic complex’s new owners, who hope to draw crowds back as they weigh long-term plans for the site.
Southern Living’s 2021 Cook of the Year: Amanda Mack show’s off some of her baked goods under the pavillion of her new retail space in the redeveloped Harborplace waterfront in Baltimore, MD., on March 11, 2023.
Something in the water? Black actresses with Maryland ties flourish in television and film
Moses Ingram is part of a contingent of Black Maryland women dominating TV and film roles.
Jada Pickett Smith, Moses Ingram, Isis King and Mo'Nique all hail from Baltimore.
Maryland Natural Resources Police halts hiring amid diversity concerns
The police agency, which is overwhelmingly white, is planning recruitment efforts to reach a broader swath of candidates.
The Maryland Natural Resources Police seek job applicants in an ad on their website.
Black businesses enjoy unexpected bump from Wes Moore’s historic inauguration
First lady Dawn Flythe Moore says the inclusive efforts made during the event are in line with the new governor’s priorities.
Jody Davis poses for a portrait next to white ensemble worn by First Lady Dawn Moore at the swearing in ceremony of her husband, Governor Wes Moore, at Jody Davis Designs in Baltimore, Saturday, March 4, 2023.
Breathing new life into Maryland’s former all-Black schools
Around the state, more than 50 of the buildings that once housed all-Black or so-called “colored schools” remain.
Harriet Tubman Foundation President, Bessie Bordenave, and a 1962 graduate of the Harriet Tubman School, poses for a portrait inside of the Bernice Beaird Recreated Classroom at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, Tuesday, February 21, 2023.
Do HBCUs still matter? Black Marylanders say yes.
HBCU grads in Maryland tout their college experience and say it has helped them excel in society.
Azikiwe Deveaux, 47, founder of Events 4 Good People (E4GP) is planning to entertain hundreds of Morgan State students, Alumni, and faculty this weekend.  He has been throwing homecoming related events since he graduated from Morgan State in 1999.
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