U.S. Bank Accused of Housing Discrimination related to Foreclosed Properties in Maryland

The National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) and four of its member organizations announced new evidence of housing discrimination by U.S. Bank, N.A. The civil rights groups allege that U.S. Bank maintains and markets foreclosed homes in white neighborhoods, in “a much better manner than in African-American and Latino neighborhoods,” according to a press release issued by the NFHA.

The Complaint: Here

Properties in Maryland discussed on pg. 12

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Prince George’s County Nonprofit Auctions Off Art

Creators like Rembrandt and Picasso get most of the attention from art enthusiasts, but at an art gallery’s silent auction, Prince George’s County special needs artists took center-frame as a local foundation raised money for its programs.

The Special People Enhancing Communities Foundation held a charity auction Feb. 26at Annie’s Art Gallery in Camp Springs to support special needs children. The money raised, about $1,300, went toward the upcoming One Community event to help public safety officials better understand special needs children, said Linda Grantham, SPEC Foundation vice president.

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Crossland H.S. Beautification Project 3-22-14

Crosland PTSA Event 3-22-14

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