By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com American Publishing has filed a class action lawsuit against the owner and manager of the Dali cargo ship, which struck the Francis Scott […]
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Baltimore woman sues Jason Billingsley and his former employers for violent attack
April Hurley is suing Eden’s Homes, Property Pals and Jason Billingsley for compensatory damages after he allegedly sliced her throat, tortured her and sexually assaulted her before setting her and her guest on fire in her Upton home on Sep. 19.
Roberta’s House hosts annual Elijah Cummings Leadership Awards and Dinner: Honoring community leaders and advocates
Roberta’s House hosted its annual Elijah Cummings Leadership Awards and Dinner, honoring U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.), philanthropists Dr. Freeman and Jacqueline Hrabowski, and renowned artist Larry Poncho Brown for their dedication to uplifting others and fostering mental wellness.
Howard County NAACP to host Freedom Fund Jazz Luncheon
The Howard County NAACP is hosting its annual Freedom Fund Jazz Luncheon, featuring Grammy-nominated poet, human and civil rights activist, journalist and author Kevin Powell, to raise awareness and funds for advocacy activities.
Associated Black Charities hosts Teen Financial Literacy Summit
Associated Black Charities hosted a Free Teen Financial Literacy Summit for all ages at the Doubletree by Hilton in Pikesville, Md. on April 13, offering all teens in attendance a new account with a free $25 deposit and breakout sessions focused on topics such as job search and interviewing skills, entrepreneurship and investing and breaking generational mindsets.
Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness honors leaders in the workplace
The Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness celebrated the work of Angela Celestin and Robert Matthews at its third annual Louder event, an event aimed at honoring those who have shown “outstanding leadership and dedication to fostering workplaces that support their employees’ mental health”.
NCBW’s Baltimore Metropolitan Chapter hosts ‘Pearls with a Purpose’ event
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women’s Baltimore Metropolitan Chapter hosted “Pearls with a Purpose” on April 14 to raise funds for their advocacy work in the community.
Expert advice: Michelle Singletary gives top tips for financial success
Michelle Singletary, a personal finance advisor and journalist, shares her top three money tips for Black children, young adults and people over 35, including having a budget, investing for your older self, limiting debt, and saving for retirement.
Spotlight on finances: Tips and tricks from the AFRO team
AFRO staff members share their experiences and tips on how to navigate their finances in honor of National Financial Literacy Month.
Baltimore City leaders file lawsuit against Dali owner, Gov. Moore gives updates on Key Bridge clean-up efforts
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott and members of the Baltimore City Council filed a lawsuit against the owner and manager of the Dali, the cargo ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, alleging negligence in allowing the vessel to leave the Port of Baltimore with an unreliable power supply.
Ask a lawyer: What to do before and after confronting bankruptcy
Ebele Ebonwu, an associate in Gordon Feinblatt’s Financial Services Group, offers advice on how to avoid bankruptcy and how to manage it once it has been filed, including the importance of a good attorney and reorganizing your finances.
Securing your financial future: the importance of saving for retirement
Black and Brown people are less likely to have retirement accounts than Whites and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and a lack of financial security can lead to financial insecurity in retirement.