BOPA has expressed concerns about Baltimore City’s plan to terminate its contract within 90 days, citing the risk it poses to the future of the organization and local arts community.
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Local arts community uncertain as Baltimore officials move to terminate BOPA contract
Baltimore has decided to end its contract with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts (BOPA), raising concerns about the future of the city’s art scene, as the organization is responsible for organizing major festivals and providing substantial support for the local arts scene.
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PRESS ROOM: Registration now open for the 2024 Baltimore Together Summit
The Baltimore Together Summit, a gathering of community, government, and business leaders, will discuss strategies for inclusive economic growth and celebrate milestones from the past year, including the launch of the Baltimore Economy Dashboard and Downtown RISE.
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Legislative Black Caucus highlights Maryland’s ‘Black excellence’ at CBCF conference
The Maryland Legislative Black Caucus and the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation hosted a large gathering during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 53rd Annual Legislative Conference, celebrating Maryland’s Black leaders and urging the election of Angela Alsobrooks to the United States Senate.
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Baltimore settles with Walgreens for $80 million amid the opioid epidemic
By Ariyana Griffin AFRO Staff Writer agriffin@afro.com The City of Baltimore and Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced an $80 million settlement with pharmaceutical giant, Walgreens, on Sept. 10. Baltimore officials claim that Walgreens furthered the destruction caused by the opioid epidemic in the city, and the business has agreed to resolve the city’s claims. The […]
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Artscape returns to Baltimore for celebration of art, music and culture
Artscape 2024 was a success, featuring over 150 vendor booths, interactive installations, and a lineup of performances, showcasing the diversity of Baltimore’s creative scene and bringing people together in celebration of the arts.
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$15.5 million in federal funding awarded for South Baltimore infrastructure
Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Rep. Kweisi Mfume have announced $15.5 million in federal funding for Baltimore City’s Hanover Street Corridor revitalization project, which will improve transit, pedestrian walkways, and other transportation options in South Baltimore.
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Baltimore City Council approves Mayor Scott’s $4.2B budget with no amendments
Baltimore City Council unanimously approved Mayor Brandon M. Scott’s $4.2 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025 without any amendments, despite some turbulence over the date for the final vote.
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JPMorgan Chase to invest $8.45 million to address Baltimore’s vacancy crisis and revitalize commercial corridors
JPMorgan Chase has committed $8.45 million to support economic and community development in Baltimore City, with funding going towards tackling the vacant housing crisis, commercial corridor restoration and small business growth.
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Baltimore City School Board renews CEO Santelises’ contract for one year
By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer msayles@afro.com Sonja Santelises will lead Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) for another year. The Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners voted 8-1 to extend the CEO’s contract on June 12, weeks before it was set to expire on June 30. Vice Chair Shantell L. Roberts opposed the extension. […]
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Local primary results finalized, solidifying returns and reveals newcomers
The Maryland State Board of Elections has finalized the state primary results, with several contested elections set to take place in the November general election.
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Baltimore residents push for investments in public safety protections for renters at City Council Taxpayer’s Night
The Baltimore City Council is holding budget hearings with city agencies to debate, amend and pass the FY25 budget by June 26, with residents asking for more funding for youth violence prevention, housing inspectors, and rental assistance.