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Paul created the Pee-wee Herman character in 1978 during an improv exercise with The Groundlings.
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If convicted, she could face up to a year in jail or a year of labor in the county, as well as a $6,000 fine.
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The issues in the actors’ strike included desires for increased pay and progress on residuals, particularly on streaming services.
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Marcellus Burrell , a new father fighting for his life after a hit and run that’s left in critical condition.
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“Don’t know if sobriety is forever or not, but I can’t imagine going back to how things were.”
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Michael Jeffery faced adversities like the loss of two jobs and his home. Found himself living in a tent in Navy Yard while graduating top of his class and heading to college.
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Russell’s attorney Emery Anthony shared a statement with local police
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Emmett Till would’ve been 82 years old.
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The proposed changes have drawn a wide range of reactions
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We celebrated the 9th Annual Ubiquitous Women’s Expo
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Dame Dash has no doubts about the allegations against R. Kelly about grooming an underaged Aaliyah during her brief life.
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Tierra Young Allen, a 29-year-old social media influencer and truck driver from Houston, Texas, has been stuck in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (The U.A.E.) for over two months after being arrested for allegedly screaming in public.
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The newest incident in a family feud over the actor’s health involves John Amos’ son, the Good Times star, who is accused of sending his daughter threatening texts that included photos of guns.
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This week, authorities of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department served a search warrant at a Henderson home in connection to the death of rapper Tupac Shakur nearly 30 years later. The specific location of the home has not been released.
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Jamie Foxx has heard the rumors about his alleged “cloning,” and a recent comment made by the Oscar-winning actor suggests that reports of his duplication are highly exaggerated.
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On Sunday evening, a car crashed into a generator at the Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center in Prince George’s County, Maryland.
President Biden is honoring the retiring Reverend Jesse Jackson. In a statement Sunday, Biden thanked Jackson for “his lifetime of dedicated service” and called him “a man of God and of the people.”
Joaquin “Jocko” Fajardo, DC resident skilled chef, event planner, florist, and founder of JockoMade.com , unexpectedly passed away Friday, July 14th in his DuPont Circle home.
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An Alabama woman’s boyfriend claims she was kidnapped after going missing while helping a child on the highway. She returned two days later. Carlee Russell returned home on foot after a two-day search.
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The Screen Actors Guild -American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has announced that no deal has been reached with studios and streaming services and its leadership will vote on whether to strike later Thursday.
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Nominees for the 75th Emmy Awards were announced on July 12. Here are the leaders in some of the top categories.
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The home of Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles-Lawson has been broken into most recently. The mother of Beyoncé and Solange Knowles’ vault containing millions of dollars’ worth of cash and jewelry was stolen, and the Los Angeles Police Department has opened an investigation.
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Larry Nassar, the disgraced sports doctor convicted of sexually abusing members of the U.S. Olympic women’s gymnastics team, has reportedly been stabbed in prison.
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According to NBC Washington, the family of Taylor Mathis-Johnson has been searching for her for days.
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Keke Palmer had a blast at Usher’s concert, dancing and singing with friends and the R&B singer.
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Aretha Franklin’s final wishes remain unsettled, even five years after her death.
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Beyoncé fans in Pittsburgh must wait to see Queen B, as her Renaissance show has been canceled.
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On July 4, Ben & Jerry’s drew a line in the sand, speaking on American patriotism and demanding that the United States hand up centuries-old stolen property.
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An Australian man asked his wife for a divorce just 24 hours after they got married – because she wouldn’t put out on their wedding night. That’s according to the bride, who made the revelation on an Australian radio show.
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Pharrell adds gospel to his incredibly diverse discography with the latest collaboration with Voices Of Fire featuring Pharrell with the new single JOY (UNSPEAKABLE).
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Will Smith is a die-hard Hip Hop fan. He’s using his platform to promote one of his favorite artists.
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The supermodel made the announcement on Instagram on June 29. My little darling, know that you are cherished beyond measure and surrounded by love from the moment you graced us with your presence. A True Gift from God , blessed ! Welcome Babyboy. #mumoftwo
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The creators of the long-running game show Wheel of Fortune announced Tuesday that Ryan Seacrest will take over as host in 2024.
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Swimming in the Anacostia River has been illegal since the 1970s due to pollution. For the first time in 50 years, July 8th for a one-time swim event.
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How To Help Someone Suffering From PTSD: National PTSD Awareness Day
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Patti LaBelle talked about the autocue mishap during her Tina Turner tribute at the BET Awards on Sunday night (June 25).
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Blair Underwood and Josie Hart recently got married in a very intimate wedding that Blair had his hand in. Blair said about the planning, “I’ve been very involved. I’m a Virgo and a bit of a perfectionist so I like to make sure details are taken care of.”
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While a number of news outlets are reporting the Titanic tourist submarine that went missing over the weekend has 40 hours of oxygen left, at least one expert is saying that’s a very generous estimate.
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Bed, Bath & Beyond is catching heat after staff at an Ohio store allegedly called the police on Black shoppers who were deemed to have too many high ticket items in their cart.
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According to Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods in a news conference Monday, a Florida mother was shot in front of her 9-year-old child by a neighbor.
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Join WHUR 96.3 in our 30-day challenge on Instagram! You may see some familiar faces and some new faces too. Come back to see what’s next.
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