New efforts are being made to improve public safety and reduce juvenile recidivism. Learn about the initiatives in Washington, D.C.

The current commander-in-chief is threatening to block the Washington Commanders’ stadium deal unless the NFL team reverts to its former name, the Redskins—a move widely criticized as racially ...

Discover the powerful role that families play in supporting young activists' journeys in areas like animal rights, gun violence prevention, and equal representation.

Tamla Olivier, recently appointed as CEO of Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), sat down with the AFRO to discuss her journey as a Black woman in corporate leadership, her commitment to community ...

ICE raids and anti-Black racism are creating a climate of fear and trauma for immigrant students, undermining their mental health and ability to learn. Advocates and educators warn that without urgent ...

Rare Essence, D.C.'s iconic go-go band, has been delighting fans with their unique funk sound for over 40 years. Discover ...

Floyd Taliaferro IV is the CEO of All Walks of Life (AWL), a Maryland-based organization focused on improving urban communities through culturally responsive mental health care. This week, he shares ...

D.C. implements extended curfew zones to curb juvenile crime at night. New policy allows police to designate temporary zones ...

Sheriff John D.B. Carr of Prince George's County, Md. is making a difference through his new podcast, focusing on community ...

Former Louisville cop receives almost three years in prison for role in botched raid that killed Breonna Taylor, despite ...

Roslyn Chandler Wood, a beloved Baltimore educator and community leader, is honored at funeral services. Her legacy of love ...

Discover the inspiring story of Shawn Callaway, a blind college student turned advocate, as he fights for inclusion and ...