A letter to Howard Cooper’s family: His legacy demands repair

July Fourth did not feel the same 

In this Letter to the Editor, Richmond resident Ernest Parker Jr. says this year's Independence Day celebrations were overshadowed by concerns about racial injustice and what he sees as setbacks to civil rights. Despite his disappointment, he urges readers to remain united, vote and persevere in the face of adversity.

Racial healing in Black America: What the data tells us

A data-driven report examines how Black Americans define racial healing, where harms are deepest, and what is needed to advance trust, mental health, faith, and community recovery.

McDaniel College surprises Baltimore City high school seniors with full-tuition scholarships

McDaniel College awards five Baltimore City high school seniors full-tuition scholarships, surprising them at their schools to celebrate their academic achievements and future potential in various professional fields.

What is Holy Week and why does it matter?

Holy Week marks the final seven days of Jesus’ life leading up to Easter, inviting Christians to reflect on his suffering, death, and resurrection. Beginning with Palm Sunday and ending with Resurrection Sunday, the week highlights themes of sacrifice, justice, love, and spiritual renewal, while many observe it through worship, prayer, fasting, and acts of service.

Samuel “Big Sam” Brown laid to rest as OAG releases bodycam of fatal Baltimore County Police encounter 

The Maryland OAG has released bodycam footage showing the Baltimore County officer’s fatal encounter with Samuel “Big Sam” Brown. Brown died Feb. 27 from injuries sustained during the Feb. 16 incident in Woodlawn.