From catering to jumbo lump crabmeat, Black Marylanders have shaped U.S. food history
From the inception of catering to the creation of fine dining, Black Marylanders have played a large role in shaping America’s food history, several experts say.
Warren Hayman has spent decades educating Black students. Along the way, he’s touched generations
Warren C. Hayman, who recently retired for a third time, has influenced countless Black students to pursue higher educational opportunities.
First Latina to be crowned Miss Coppin State University faces backlash
A playful TikTok video led to cyberbullying against Keylin Perez, the first Latina to be crowned Miss Coppin State University at the historically Black college.
Educators craft, promote Black studies as other states limit how it’s taught
As educators nationwide face new challenges in teaching about the Black experience, some area teachers are taking it upon themselves to ensure that students are learning about such studies.
Thousands gather in Baltimore to celebrate Gov. Wes Moore’s historic win
”Tonight, celebrate this great state,” Moore told the crowd. ”Celebrate your neighbors. We are Maryland because of each other not in spite of.”
Oprah and Spike Lee? The celebrities who might attend Wes Moore’s inauguration.
A myriad of notables are expected to attend Gov.-elect Wes Moore’s historic inaugural events.
Inaugural fashion: Soon-to-be first lady to wear Christian Siriano, Wes Moore will don local designer Miguel Wilson
Marylanders across the state are also looking for unique looks for historic inauguration of Maryland's first Black governor.
Can this developer bring crowds back to Inner Harbor?
Longtime Baltimore resident wants to transform site of the Inner Harbor shopping and dining pavilions in a way that spurs revitalization and is accessible to all city residents.
Black-eyed peas, fried fish, collard greens: Soulful dishes rooted in Black culture are in high demand during New Year’s holidays
For Black chefs, bakers and caterers in the Baltimore area, New Year’s Day has become a busy and lucrative time.
The Empanada Lady’s culinary empire celebrates Puerto Rican and Black heritage
Elisa Milan, owner of The Empanada Lady, has been able to build a loyal following by incorporating her Black and Puerto Rican heritage for a flavorful combination for traditional Puerto Rican treats such as empanadas and the seasonal coquito.
Is there a growing risk of being ‘roofied’ at a gay bar?
Baltimore police aren’t seeing an uptick in reports, but a Pride Center of Maryland survey found a rising concern in the LGBTQ community about being drugged in a drink at gay bars.
Maryland’s LGBTQ communities cautiously optimistic as Congress passes same-sex marriage act
President Joe Biden is expected to sign the Respect for Marriage Act into law.
Black ballet dancers get opportunities to shine in Baltimore-area productions of ‘The Nutcracker’
Diverse dancers are finding lead opportunities in the iconic ballet ”The Nutcracker” in the Baltimore area this holiday season.
Shooting in Colorado Springs gay nightclub unsettling for Baltimore’s LGBTQ community
The shooting deaths of five people at an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs, Colorado has been unsettling for Ron Legler, the president of the Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center. Legler was a founding co-owner of Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, that was the site of the deadliest mass shooting at an LGBTQ establishment in this country’s history.
‘The true meaning is kind of hard’: How American Indians in Maryland observe Thanksgiving
For Maryland’s American Indian population, Thanksgiving can be a complicated — and oftentimes painful — reminder of lost lives, land and culture.
Where to shop to support minority-owned businesses
Support these local minority-owned businesses as you knock out your holiday shopping.
Moore supporters relish building a network that can lift other Black candidates to victory
Wes Moore’s historic win puts Maryland on the national map in discussions about Black electoral politics at the statewide level, according to a political expert.
Maryland Film Festival cancels next year’s event
The annual Maryland Film Festival will return in 2024 for its 25th anniversary.
In Black professionals, Wes Moore finds strong support and generous donors
Black professionals have traditionally been an ignored group. They are Wes Moore's “secret weapon,” according to political experts.
