Montgomery Community Media

For three Washington, D.C. men who were incarcerated during their youth, poetry is a powerful means of self expression. Nokomis Hunter, Shannon Battle, and Cliff Yarborough all grew up in the criminal justice system, where they were introduced to Free Minds Book Club. Hunter, Battle, and Yarborough all participated in The City of Takoma Park’s […]

The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland will be hosting a series of town halls around the state to hear from citizens about their concerns including here in Montgomery County. On June 10, State Senator Will Smith, Delegate Jheanelle Wilkins and other local officials will discuss education, the achievement gap and criminal justice. The town hall […]