Tashi McQueen

Award-winning journalist | @Report4America alum | @afronews Staff Writer| @BABJ_md member | Got news tips? Email me at [email protected]

[Black Press USA @BlackPressUSA]

How Resilient Black Women Turn Job Loss into New Ventures
THE AFRO — According to the Economic Policy Institute, in 2025, the employment rate for Black women decreased by 1.4 percentage points to 55.7 percent. The employment-to-population ratio for Black w ...
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@NNPA_BlackPress @afronews @tashimonae @maryfwinters

[Hakeem Jeffries @RepJeffries]

I am horrified by the attack on Congressman Maxwell Frost.

Grateful that he is okay, but appalled that this terrifying assault took place. The perpetrator must be aggressively prosecuted.

Hate and political violence has no place in our country, and the entire House Democratic Caucus family stands with Maxwell.

[Brandon M. Scott @MayorBMScott]

Baltimore, i'm calling on all of us to step up and look out for our neighbors.

Residents that need assistance clearing their snow or who want to volunteer to help their neighbors can sign-up using the link below, call 3-1-1, or by using the BALT311 app: https://t.co/Y9rCyUCezn

[Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost @RepMaxwellFrost]

Last night, I was assaulted by a man at Sundance Festival who told me that Trump was going to deport me before he punched me in the face. He was heard screaming racist remarks as he drunkenly ran off. The individual was arrested and I am okay.

Thank you to the venue security and Park City PD for assistance on this incident.

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

Moore unveils 2026 legislative priorities ahead of 2026 legislative session
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Staff Writer
https://t.co/6321xyZjgG

#marylandbudget #governormoore #publicsafety #educationfunding #vaxactbill

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

BWI’s $520M upgrade brings modern gates and faster baggage system
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Staff Writer
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#bwiairport #newterminal #southwestairlines #marylandaviation #airportimprovements

[Tashi McQueen @tashimonae]

I’m working on an article for AFRO News highlighting the impact of #marylandboysstate and #girlsstate, and I’m looking to connect with #BlackAlumni who’ve participated in the program in recent years.

Interested? Please DM or email me at [email protected] by Jan. 22.

Thanks!

[BABJ @BABJ_md]

Today, BABJ releases a formal statement addressing credible claims of leadership failures, retaliation, racial inequities, and alleged sexual harassment at @wjz, a CBS-owned station in Baltimore.

We are calling for immediate accountability and a meeting with station leadership.

[#NABJ Headquarters ✊🏾🖊️🎙️💻 📷 🎥 📝 🔈 @NABJ]

NABJ stands in solidarity with the Baltimore Association of Black Journalists (BABJ) as we review serious concerns raised by current and former WJZ-TV journalists.

Together with BABJ, we affirm: Silence is not safety. Change is necessary. NABJ stands ready to help drive it.

[Council of DC @councilofdc]

Council Tightens Language on Prior RENTAL Act Passage, Dials Back Early Childhood Educator Pay Rates With Hopes to Revisit Later
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[Tashi McQueen @tashimonae]

Community members are encouraged to share their perspectives on #organdonation and transplantation through a new #WordInBlack survey, which seeks to address disparities affecting #BlackPatients and families. https://t.co/7OhZsWmtvM

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

Love, loss and the toll of caregiving
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Staff Writer
https://t.co/6kcskzGsMT

#caregiverjourney #alzheimerssupport #familycaregiving #blackmalecaregivers #respitecareneeded

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

As technology increasingly dominates daily life, people are turning to #digitaldetoxes, taking intentional breaks from screens, #socialmedia and constant connectivity. Experts say these efforts reflect awareness of technology’s toll on #mentalhealth. https://t.co/wXeWWOvoaW

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

The U.S. #PostalService declined a proposal for a #ForeverStamp honoring the #6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only majority Black, all-women Army unit in #WorldWarII. https://t.co/tZHlimLAnY

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

.@MayorBMScott confronts Federal Censorship and attacks on freedom of the press with AFRO’s Publisher & CEO Frances “Toni” Draper, Managing Editor Alexis Taylor and Word in Black Deputy Managing Director, Joseph Williams

📺: https://t.co/Qsc2rNLmfl

#AfroNews

[Tashi McQueen @tashimonae]

Mayor Brandon M. Scott Confronts Federal Censorship and Attacks on Freedom of the Press with AFRO's Publisher & CEO Frances "Toni" Draper, Managing Editor Alexis Taylor and Word in Black Deputy Managing Director, Joseph Williams

https://t.co/LKuG5i2h0n

[Prince George's County Executive @pgcountyexec]

Statement of the County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy: Colin Kaepernick Joins Forces with Prince George’s County

[ICE Washington D.C. @EROWashington]

ICE @EROWashington DC and law enforcement partners arrest almost 200 alien offenders during a 4-day immigration enforcement operation in Washington D.C.
Link: https://t.co/fH44ZP2JsI

[Baltimore Ravens @Ravens]

Statement from Executive Vice President and General Manager Eric DeCosta

[AFRO News afro.com @afronews]

From debt to success: Lamar Laing’s journey
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Staff Writer
https://t.co/0iXCRxjJMC

#blackentrepreneurship #financialfreedom #creditmanagement #blackfinancialliteracy #copiafy