#BlackLivesMatter

#BlackLivesMatter

Black History Month started in 1926 as Negro History Week, established by a historian named Carter G. Woodson.

Cathy Hughes, founder of Radio One (the parent company of this site), weighed in with some valuable words on the Black Lives Matter movement, which has often made headlines for its action in regards to efforts in Baltimore and Ferguson, and has spurred a national dialogue about race relations in America. Despite peaceful protests, circulating petitions, and […]

Hundreds of young people turned out to voice concerns about life growing up in Baltimore City. The National Action Network created a forum for dialogue between Baltimore youth and leaders of the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland. The leaders in attendance included President of the NAN Rev. Al Sharpton, Larry Young, Sen. […]

Friday morning Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby announced in a press conference that Freddie Gray‘s death has been ruled a homicide and all arresting officers have been charged. Charges range from second-degree murder to manslaughter. Warrants have been issued for the six arresting officers. One officer, the driver of the police van, has been charged with […]

Former Baltimore Raven Ray Lewis is heartbroken over the recent riots in Baltimore. The SuperBowl champ even passed up an opportunity to cover the NFL Draft to keep a close eye on Baltimore. Ray’s passionate words resonate in the hearts of Baltimoreans and we hope it resonates  in the hearts of rioters. “No way, no […]

Maryland Governor Hogan has signed an Executive Order declaring a state of emergency and activating the National Guard. Baltimore rioters have been attacking police, vandalizing businesses, looting and causing mass destruction in Baltimore City since Freddie Gray was laid to rest Monday morning. “I, Lawrence J. Hogan Jr, Governor of the State of Maryland…declare that […]

The Baltimore City Police Department released a statement Monday afternoon stating they received credible information that various gangs are conspiring to enter a partnership to “take out” law enforcement. An emailed statement from police read: “The Baltimore Police Department / Criminal Intelligence Unit has received credible information that members of various gangs including the Black […]