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From Ice Storm to Water Crisis

Cities slammed by winter storms face new crisis: No water

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Cities slammed by winter storms that left millions without power for days have traded one crisis for another. Broken water pipes brought on by record-low temperatures have created a shortage of clean drinking water, shut down airports on Friday and left hospitals scrambling. Many people finally have electricity back after a deadly blast of winter this week overwhelmed the electrical grid and left millions shivering in the cold for days. But now 7 million people in Texas have been ordered to boil their water before consuming it. Nearly all 161,000 residents in Jackson, Mississippi, lost water service. The airport in Memphis canceled flights because of water pressure issues.

Harry and Meghan Won’t Return As Working Royals

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By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press
LONDON (AP) — Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, will not be returning to royal duties, and Harry will give up his honorary military titles. Harry and Meghan stepped away from full-time royal life in early 2020, and it was agreed at the time that the situation would be reviewed after a year. The palace said in a statement issued Friday that the couple have verified “they will not be returning as working members of the Royal Family.” It said Harry’s appointment as captain general of the Royal Marines and with other military groups would revert to Queen Elizabeth II. The couple now live in California and are expecting their second child.

Fat Boys Member, Radio Host Prince Markie Dee Dies at 52

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NEW YORK (AP) — A member of the Fat Boys hip-hop trio who later formed his own band and became a well-known radio host, Prince Markie Dee has died at 52. His death was announced Thursday by the SiriusXM station Rock The Bells, which did not provide a cause of death. Born Mark Morales in Brooklyn, Prince Markie Dee was a founding member of the group that released several popular albums in the 1980s. In 1993, Morales formed Prince Markie Dee & The Soul Convention, which released the R&B hit “Swing My Way.” Morales also worked with several pop stars, including Destiny’s Child and Jennifer Lopez, and as a radio host in Miami.

Are You Missing the Signs of Depression?

Are you depressed, even if you’re not feeling sad?

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How are you feeling?  These days it’s not just a polite question. The pandemic and all of the things that have come with it have impacted our mental health. Late last year, infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci said the next pandemic will be the mental health crisis. How do you know if you’re just feeling sad or a little down and not feeling depressed? What are the signs and what can you do about it? We have answers for you and help if you need it.

Resources:

Black Girl Health Foundation Event Registration

William Wendt Center for Loss and Healing

Kennedy Counseling Collective, Petworth DC

Porcha Johnson, Publisher, Black Girl Health

Joseph Williams, Licenced Therapist

Dionne Warwick Confirms A Biopic Starring Teyana Taylor Is In The Works

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Dionne Warwick has confirmed that a biopic about her life is happening with Teyana Taylor.
The project will not be a typical two-hour movie, though.
The singer said, “It’s going to be a series, we’re planning to do an episodic type of a show.”
She also says that the project will most likely be on Netflix. “They’re not the only place that we’re looking at, but Netflix seems to be the leading episodic platform to do something similar to what I want to do. There’s a lot of very exciting stuff going on right now.”
Who else would be a good choice to play Dionne in a biopic?

Nasa Mars Rover Lands

NASA says a rover has landed on Mars to mine for evidence of whether life once existed there.

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A NASA rover has landed on Mars in an epic quest to bring back rocks that could answer whether life ever existed on the red planet. The space agency says the six-wheeled Perseverance hurtled through the thin, orange atmosphere and settled onto the surface Thursday in the mission’s riskiest maneuver yet. Mars has long been a deathtrap for incoming spacecraft. Perseverance will collect geological samples that will be brought back to Earth in about a decade to be analyzed for signs of ancient microscopic life.

Texas Weather Crisis Continues

Texas power outages below 500,000 but water woes persists.

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Power was restored to more homes and businesses in Texas after a deadly blast of winter this week overwhelmed the electrical grid and left millions shivering in the cold. But the crisis was far from over, with many people still in need of safe drinking water. Fewer than a half-million homes remained without electricity, although utility officials said limited rolling blackouts could still occur. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says 7 million people have been ordered to boil their water before consuming it. The extreme weather was blamed for the deaths of over three dozen people, some while trying to keep warm.

Donald Glover Inks Overall Deal with Amazon Studios

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More good news coming from Donald Glover as he inks a massive deal with Amazon Studios. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Amazon will dedicate an entire channel to works from the actor, comedian, and musician.

Glover will move his hit television show, Atlanta from FX to Amazon and it’s being reported that Malia Obama will be a part of the writer’s room for Glover’s newest television show, “Hive.”

“Hive” will revolve around a Beyonce-like character. Malia has worked on other television productions including HBO’s Girls and CBS’ “Extant.”

What do you like more, Glover’s music or T.V. shows?

Kanye West Reportedly ‘Not Doing Well’ Amid Split from Kim Kardashian

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A source close to Kanye says the rapper isn’t doing well as he comes to terms with the fact that his marriage to Kim Kardashian is coming to an end.

“He is anxious and very sad. He knows that the marriage is over, and there’s nothing that can be done right now. He also knows what he is losing in Kim,” the source tells PEOPLE Magazine.

Last month a source told PEOPLE Magazine that Kim plans to end her marriage to Kanye and that she still wants him to be in his four children’s lives. Kanye hasn’t been good at Facetiming his children but he can anytime he wants and has been encouraged to do so.

The source reveals that Kim isn’t out to hurt Kanye but doesn’t want to be married to him and he’s sad about the breakup but understands Kim’s stance.

How did you know your marriage was coming to an end? Share your story.

Don’t Put Food Outside If Your Freezer Loses Power, Says USDA

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As chilly temperatures sweep the nation it could be tempting to put your food out in snowy conditions in order to keep them good while your power is out but the USDA is saying it’s not a good idea.

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has a long list of reasons why you shouldn’t put your food outside:

The sun’s rays could thaw out the food even though it’s below freezing outside.

Temperatures could vary during the day and night causing the food not to be safe.

Food being stored outside could be exposed to unsanitary conditions and animals that could have bacteria or disease.

For a full list of helpful tips on what to do with your food if you lose power or if you need to know what to throw away and keep go to fsis.usda.gov.

What are ways you’re keeping warm or saving your food during the deep freeze?

Lauryn Hill’s ‘The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill’ Goes Diamond

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Lauren Hill’s hit album The Miseducation of Lauren Hill came out in 1998, but it just hit a massive milestone.
The album is officially diamond.
The RIAA announced the news today on Twitter. They wrote, “Welcome to the RIAA Diamond Club @MsLaurynHill!#TheMiseducationofLaurynHill is now a (10X) certified album! @ColumbiaRecords #BlackHistoryMonth #RIAATopCertified.”
Lauren is also the first female rapper to achieve this honor.
Other artists who have diamond-certified records include MC Hammer, Nelly, Eminem, and Tupac.
What was the best song on The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill?

Blue Ivy Poses Next To Mom For Latest Ivy Park Collection

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Beyonce has a VIP guest for her latest Ivy Park collection: Blue Ivy
In new images for the upcoming apparel, Blue Ivy is front and center next to mom.
The pair are wearing similar garments, and in the photos, Blue Ivy looks like a natural.
The new Ivy Park Collection drops on February 19th.
Have you ever bought anything from the Ivy Park collection?

Demi Lovato Reveals She Has Brain Damage from 2018 Overdose

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By BETH HARRIS Associated Press
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Demi Lovato says her drug overdose in 2018 resulted in three strokes and a heart attack, leaving her with physical limitations that still affect her. Lovato reveals publicly for the first time details about the near-fatal incident in “Demi Lovato: Dancing With the Devil,” a four-part docuseries debuting March 23 on YouTube Originals. In the trailer, Lovato says doctors told her family she had five to 10 minutes to live. Lovato says she doesn’t drive anymore because her vision has blind spots. She also couldn’t read for two months after the overdose because of blurry vision.

Celebrating Black History Month: Robert L. Johnson

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BET (Black Entertainment Television) co-founder Robert Johnson is noted as the first African American billionaire. Making pioneering strides in Black entertainment and paving the way for other Black billionaires like Oprah and Jay-Z. #BlackHistoryMonth

School Closings, Delays, and Virtual Only

Much of the DMV is waking up to another dose of Old Man Winter, forcing lots of alterations to public school systems around the region. Here’s a list of what’s opened, closed, and virtual only.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (Thursday, February 18, 2020) – Much of the DMV is being blanketed today with a wintry mix of sleet, snow, and freezing rain.  The winter storm is forcing schools, local governments, and the feds to alter plans.  Here’s a list of what’s opened, closed, and virtual only today.

Here’s a list of cancellations for Thursday

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

● Arlington Public Schools

  • Charles County Public Schools

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● Culpeper County Public Schools

● Fairfax County Public Schools

● Fauquier County Public Schools

● Frederick County (Md.) Public Schools

● Loudoun County Public Schools

● Manassas City Public Schools

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● Manassas Park City Schools

● Prince William County Public Schools

● Stafford County Public Schools

The following schools are virtual only Thursday:

● Alexandria City Public Schools

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● Calvert County Public Schools

● D.C. Public Schools

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● Falls Church City Public Schools

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● Howard County Public Schools

● Montgomery County Public Schools

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● Prince George’s County Public Schools

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The Mental Health of Women and Girls

The Minds Matter virtual conference is this Saturday, February 20th

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Helping to improve the health of women and girls of color.  My guest this morning runs an organization designed to do just that and she has a big event coming up this weekend focused on helping women take control of their mental health.  It’s called Minds Matter DC.  My guest is Porcha Johnson – CEO of Black Girl Health

Black Girl Health Foundation presents Minds Matter DC, a livestream interaction workshops geared towards helping women to take control of their mental health.   The event is Saturday, February 20th @ 11am.  More information here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

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Black Women Shattering The Glass Ceiling

Black women excelling as “firsts” in their fields of endeavor.

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We talk to women movers and shakers in sports, politics, business and science.

 

Ezinne Okoro, Board Member, She’s The First
Michelle Davis-Younger, Mayor, City of Manassas, Virginia

 

Tiffany Capri Hainesworth, CEO & Owner, T-Capri Tequila
Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Retired Track and Field Olympian
Dr. Namandje Bumpus, Ph.D., Director, Department of Pharmacology & Molecular Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine

 

Jayia Patillo, Track and Field, Junior Olympian

President Biden Put His Foot In His Mouth Again!

When asked how his administration will handle the racial disparities in vaccine distribution, Biden explained that Blacks and Hispanics don’t know how to use the internet to find the locations to get the vaccines.

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President Biden has a tendency to put his foot in his mouth from time to time. At last nights town hall, he made comments about black and brown rural individuals not knowing how to use the internet…. Frank Ski & Nina Brown breakdown what President Joe Biden was trying say.

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How Many Kids Does Nick Cannon Have?

The 40-year-old “Wild ‘N Out” host is already a father of 4, including twins Monroe and Moroccan, whom he shares with pop singer Mariah Carey.
He also has a 3-year-old son, Golden, and an infant daughter with his ex, Brittany Bell.

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Nina Brown says Frank Ski is always getting on the women. What do you have to say Frank Ski about Nick Cannon Wild ‘N Out with all these babies ?  Nick Cannon has the internet buzzing with rumors he impregnated Instagram model Abby de la Rosa — and she’s expecting twins. If true, this will be baby six children for Mr. Wild ‘N Out! Here what they had to say!

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Lent”  

Matthew 6:16 | ESV 
16 “And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

Marvel’s New “Black Panther” Stories Will Amplify Def Jam Artists

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Def Jam announced today that they will be working with Marvel Comics on a “special collaboration”.
The purpose of the partnership is to “integrate the voices of young Black creatives with one of the most transformative characters and storylines in graphic arts”.
The label has three artists who will be working with the writers at Marvel on the final three issues of Black Panther (23,24,25) that will include their own short stories.
The artists working with Marvel are: Saint Bodhi, Bobby Sessions, and Kaash Paige, and are considering rising stars on the label.
What is your favorite scene from Black Panther? Do you have a comic book lover in your life? Do you read comic books?

Toni Braxton Earns Second Number One Single of 2021 on Billboard

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Toni Braxton has earned her 11th #1 song on Billboard’s Adult R&B Songs chart.
She did it with Gotta Move On ftg H.E.R.
She hit #1 on the chart just one month after hitting #1 with Live Out Your Love ftg KEM.
She is now tied with Alicia Keys for #1’s on this chart.
What is your favorite Toni Braxton song of all-time?

The Sweet Rise of ‘Queen Sugar’ Director Cierra Glaude

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By MESFIN FEKADU AP Entertainment Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — When the Oprah Winfrey Network series “Queen Sugar” debuted in 2016, Cierra Glaude worked as a first team production assistant, an early riser who is responsible for keeping track of the actors on set. In two short years, it marked the third time the young filmmaker had worked with Emmy winner Ava DuVernay, who created “Queen Sugar” and also hired Glaude to work on the Oscar-nominated 2014 film “Selma” as well as her CBS pilot “For Justice.” And now, as “Queen Sugar” returns to OWN on Tuesday night, Claude is in the director’s chair. The former PA directed three episodes for the show’s fifth season.

Tyler Perry, Clintons Attend Memorial for Actor Cicely Tyson

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By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — Bill and Hillary Clinton, actor-director Tyler Perry and singer Valerie Simpson of Ashford & Simpson are among those who attended a private memorial service for Cicely Tyson. Mourners gathered Tuesday at Harlem’s famed Abyssinian Baptist Church, a day after hundreds lined up for a public viewing. The church’s pastor, Rev. Calvin O. Butts, said after the nearly three-hour service that Tyson was n example of “a life well lived and an example of how we all might live.” Tyson died Jan. 28. The New York-born actor was 96. Her performance as a sharecropper’s wife in the 1972 movie “Sounder” cemented her stardom and earned her an Oscar nomination.

New This Week: ‘Nomadland,’ ‘Kenan’ and Andra Day Music

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This week’s new entertainment releases include awards season favorite “Nomadland,” a new TV series featuring “Saturday Night Live’s” Kenan Thompson and the soundtrack to “The United States vs. Billie Holiday,” which features new songs by Andra Day. Associated Press Film Writer calls “Nomadland,” which stars Frances McDormand,” “one of the loveliest and most spiritually invigorating films in recent memory.” AP Music Editor Mesfin Fekadu notes Day’s new works include  “Tigress & Tweed,” an original the R&B singer wrote with veteran singer-producer Raphael Saadiq. AP TV Writer Lynn Elber says “Kenan,” Thompson’s new NBC sitcom airing Tuesdays, will keep the comedian busy on both coasts since he remains an “SNL” cast member.

Chris Paul Memoir ‘Sixty-One’ Coming Out In September

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NEW YORK (AP) — NBA All-Star Chris Paul has an off-court project in the works: His first book. St. Martin’s Press announced Wednesday that Paul’s “Sixty-One: Life Lessons from Papa, On and Off the Court” will come out in September. Co-written with journalist and ESPN broadcaster Michael Wilbon, the memoir by the Phoenix Suns’ point guard is a tribute to his grandfather and mentor, Nathaniel Jones, who died while Paul was in high school. The book’s title refers to Paul’s last high school game, shortly after his grandfather died, when Paul scored 61 points. Disney+ announced last December that a live-action film about Paul is in development.

Prince George’s County Schools To Reopen April 8th

The reopening of county schools has been a point of contention between the PGCPS administration and the county teachers’ union.

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Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO Dr. Monica Goldson announced today that schools will reopen in April.  The reopening plan is for in-person hybrid teaching and learning.  Dr. Goldson issued an extensive and detailed statement via YouTube video. Statement from PGCPS CEO Dr. Monica Goldson

 

Prince George’s County Schools CEO DR. Monica Goldson

The school system will send a survey to all families to select continued virtual learning for the remainder of the school year or hybrid instruction two days a week in April until the end of the school year.   That survey must be completed by Sunday, February 28th.

The reopening of county schools has been a point of contention between the PGCPS administration and the county teachers’ union.  Just last week, Prince George’s County Educator’s Association President Theresa Mitchell Dudley sent a list of demands before teachers were willing to return.  The demands included updating HVAC systems at school buildings and providing sufficient PPE for teachers and students.

 

 

 

Man Arrested in Hit-And-Run Death of Nicki Minaj’s Father

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MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A 70-year-old man was arrested Wednesday in the hit-and-run death of rapper Nicki Minaj’s father. Police say Charles Polevich stopped briefly to ask the injured man if he was OK but didn’t call for help. Polevich faces charges of leaving the scene of an incident and tampering with physical evidence in connection with the death last week of 64-year-old Robert Maraj on New York’s Long Island. Polevich splits time between Long Island and Guam. He is free on bail following an arraignment in Nassau County court. A message seeking comment was left with Polevich’s lawyer.

Conservative Radio Host Rush Limbaugh Dead At 70

Limbaugh survived a number of health scares before dying of cancer. 

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(Palm Beach, FL)  —   Longtime talk radio host Rush Limbaugh is dead.  The 70-year-old passed away after a year-long battle with advanced lung cancer, a diagnosis he revealed was terminal just months ago.  Limbaugh is widely considered one of the most influential and polarizing media members of the past 50 years, using his far-reaching microphone to push conservative candidates and initiatives.  He was also known for promoting racist and sexist philosophies during the course of his career, including birther conspiracy theories during the first presidential campaign of Barack Obama.  Since achieving radio syndication stardom in the late 80’s, he has grown into the most listened-to radio show in the U.S. Limbaugh opened up about his cancer battle late last year, admitting he wasn’t expecting to make it to December.  In February of 2020, President Trump awarded Limbaugh the Presidential Medal of Freedom during his final State of the Union address.

Limbaugh was born in Missouri in 1951.  After dropping out of Southeast Missouri State University, 20-year-old Limbaugh accepted an offer to DJ at a Top 40 station in McKeesport, Pennsylvania in 1971.  He moved around from station to station and dropped out of radio to work in sales for the Kansas City Royals baseball team.  He eventually returned to radio and in 1988, his show was offered to a national syndicated audience. This was the turning point for Limbaugh.  Over 600 stations across the U.S. eventually picked up the show within a few years and Limbaugh soon became a national brand, known for his brash, sometimes comical and often controversial political and social takes.  He became a true political force in the 1990’s and is credited for helping Republicans take the majority in the House of Representatives in 1994.  Limbaugh also had his own syndicated TV show with a live audience from 1992 to 1996 and was a “New York Times” bestselling author.

The Rush Limbaugh Show drew a rabid fan base of so-called “Dittoheads.”  At one point, restaurants from coast to coast set up “Rush Rooms” with Limbaugh’s show being piped in through speakers.  Limbaugh is credited for fueling the rise of conservative talk on radio, generating millions of dollars in revenue for stations.  His show is estimated to have attracted between 15-and-20 million listeners a week.

Limbaugh survived a number of health scares before dying of cancer.  In 2001, Limbaugh said he was “100-percent, totally deaf” for all practical purposes.  It’s not known what caused the deafness, but doctors were able to successfully restore most of his hearing through a cochlear implant.  Limbaugh was divorced three times and was currently married to Kathryn Rogers since 2010.  He does not have any children.

A Second Winter Storm Threatens Southern Plains

100 million Americans brace for more cold, ice and snow

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Another winter storm front is blowing through the nation’s midsection, where power grids haven’t adjusted for the wild weather swings that come with climate change. More than 100 million people live in areas covered Wednesday by some type of winter weather warning, watch or advisory. Millions remain without power in the record-breaking cold, mostly in Texas. At least 20 people have died. Blame the polar vortex. The weather pattern usually keeps to the Arctic, but it’s increasingly visiting lower latitudes and staying beyond its welcome. Scientists say global warming caused by humans is partly responsible for the polar vortex’s southward escapes becoming longer and more frequent.

Trump Atlantic City Casino Demolished

Former Trump casino where stars played goes out with a bang.

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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A spot on the Atlantic City Boardwalk where movie stars, athletes and rock stars used to party and a future president honed his instincts for bravado and hype has been reduced to a dusty pile of rubble. The former Trump Plaza casino was imploded Wednesday morning after falling into such disrepair that chunks of the building began peeling off and crashing to the ground. And the one-time jewel of former President Donald Trump’s casino empire is now gone, clearing the way for a prime development opportunity on the middle of the Boardwalk, where the Plaza used to market itself as “Atlantic City’s centerpiece.”

HBCU Festival For High School Seniors

The college festival is this Saturday February 20th and it’s virtual.

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Parents grab your High School seniors.  The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation’s 19th Annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities Festival is this Saturday and I have the details to get you in on the action.  My guests are Rev. Dr. Howard John Wesley – Pastor of Alfred Street Baptist Church and Reggie McKnight – Google Cloud

 The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation is partnering with Google Cloud in presenting the ASBC Foundation’s 19th Annual Historically Black Colleges an Universities Festival February 20th. For more information go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

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Siobhan Davenport: Keeping Our Girls From Sliding Into Crisis Situations

Keeping Black and Brown girls thriving even as much of their world has been upended.

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Tonight, on HUR@Home we take a look at keeping girls of color from sliding into crisis situations.  My guest is Siobhan Davenport, President and CEO of Crittenton Services of Greater Washington.

 

DC Criminal Justice Reform

A new report makes dozens of recommendations for improving the criminal justice system in the District of Columbia.

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Major criminal justice reform in DC has been proposed by a new report released last week.  the report titled “jails and justice: our transformation starts today”… is the culmination of two-years of town halls, surveys and other input. The result is an 80 point plan to address criminal justice reform.  What does the report say and how might reform in the District look?

Resources:

DC Criminal Justice Reform Report

Patrice Sulton, Founder, DC Justice Lab

Emily Tatro, Deputy Director, Council for Court Excellence

PBS Chief Executive Sylvia Bugg Announces “The Black Church” Series

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PBS Chief Programming Executive and General Manager, General Audience Programming announces the February 16th and 17th premiere of Dr. Henry Louis Gate’s series “The Black Church: This Is My Story, This Is My Song” that traces the 400-year-old story of the Black church in America, all the way down to its bedrock role as the site of African American survival and grace, organizing and resilience, thriving and testifying, autonomy and freedom, solidarity and speaking truth to power. It also features Gospel music’s finest traditional and contemporary music.

Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant points out on Valentine’s Day that prayer and communion with God is key to successful marriages.  In her book “Together: A Biblical Mediation and Guide for Covenant Marriage” she shows how African American couples can respond to today’s challenges and mental health issues.  She also announced her new App, “Come To Me” whose many features will include a space for teens to pray for and with other teens.

Democrat Rep. Sues Trump Over Capitol Attack

Dem’s lawsuit accuses Trump of inciting deadly Capitol riot

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Homeland Security chairman has sued Donald Trump, accusing him of inciting the deadly insurrection at the Capitol. Democrat Bennie Thompson alleges that Trump conspired with members of far-right extremist groups to try to prevent Congress from certifying the presidential election results.  The federal court lawsuit is part of an expected wave of litigation over the riot and is believed to be the first filed by a member of Congress. It was filed under a Reconstruction-era law known as the Ku Klux Klan Act and comes days after Trump was acquitted in an impeachment trial. The suit seeks unspecified punitive and compensatory damages. A Trump adviser says Trump “did not incite” any violence at the Capitol.

Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security

Bitcoin Value Soars

Cost of a single Bitcoin exceeds $50,000 for first time

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SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — After a wild week in which Bitcoin soared to new heights, Bitcoin is crossing the $50,000 mark. Bitcoin rallied last week as more companies signaled the volatile digital currency could eventually gain widespread acceptance as a means of payment for goods and services. Bitcoin has been mostly seen as a store of value, like gold, with some limited merchants accepting it for payment. Last Monday, Elon Musk’s electric car company, Tesla, announced that it would soon accept it as payment for its high-end cars. But analysts predict a slow evolution toward widespread usage. Bitcoin, which is up almost 200% in just the past three months, is up again Tuesday.

Police Say Nicki Minaj’s Father Killed by Hit-And-Run Driver

Police are asking any witnesses to the fatal crash to come forward.

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MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — Police say the 64-year-old father of singer-rapper Nicki Minaj has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in New York. The Nassau County Police Department says Robert Maraj was walking along a road in Mineola on Long Island at 6:15 p.m. Friday when he was hit by a car that kept going. Maraj was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead Saturday. Police are asking any witnesses to the fatal crash to come forward. Minaj was born Onika Tanya Maraj in Trinidad and was raised in Queens. She has not made any public statement about her father’s death.

Duchess of Sussex Expecting 2nd Child, A Sibling for Archie

Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle married at Windsor Castle in May 2018. Their son Archie was born a year later.

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expecting their second child. A spokesperson for the couple said in a statement that Archie is going to be a big brother and the duke and duchess are overjoyed. Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle married at Windsor Castle in May 2018. Their son Archie was born a year later. In early 2020, Meghan and Harry announced they were quitting royal duties and moving to North America, citing what they said were the unbearable intrusions and racist attitudes of the British media. They recently bought a house in Santa Barbara, California. In November, Meghan revealed that she had a miscarriage in July 2020.

‘The Bachelor’ Host Stepping Away After Racial Controversy

In a new statement posted Saturday, Harrison apologized again for defending the actions by a contestant that many consider offensive. “By excusing historical racism, I defended it,” he wrote.

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Chris Harrison, host of “The Bachelor,” says he is stepping down from his TV role and is “ashamed” for his handling of a swirling racial controversy at the ABC dating show. In a new statement posted Saturday, Harrison apologized again for defending the actions by a contestant that many consider offensive. “By excusing historical racism, I defended it,” he wrote. Harrison came under fire after an interview on “Extra” when he was asked about racially insensitive past behavior from current “Bachelor” contestant Rachael Kirkconnell. Past photos of her resurfaced in which she is dressed in costume as a Native American and at an antebellum plantation themed ball.

Michael Jordan Gives $10M for North Carolina Health Clinics

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WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — A health care system announced Monday that basketball legend Michael Jordan is donating $10 million to launch two medical clinics in underserved communities near his North Carolina hometown. Novant Health says the clinics are set to open in New Hanover County in early 2022. News outlets report that the gift marks one of the largest ever from the Basketball Hall of Fame athlete. Jordan previously gave $7 million to open clinics in Charlotte in 2019 and 2020. Jordan grew up in Wilmington before going on to play at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill then later winning six championships with the Chicago Bulls.

Hundreds Pay Respects to Actor Cicely Tyson at Her Viewing

As it began on a wintry Monday morning, hundreds of admirers of the pioneering Black actor lined up outside Harlem’s famed Abyssinian Baptist Church.

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NEW YORK (AP) — People have traveled across the country and stood in a block-long line to pay respects to Cicely Tyson at a public viewing. As it began on a wintry Monday morning, hundreds of admirers of the pioneering Black actor lined up outside Harlem’s famed Abyssinian Baptist Church. Some said they had come from as far as Atlanta or Los Angeles to be there. The New York-born Tyson died Jan. 28, at age 96. In the 1960s, Tyson was the first Black woman to have a recurring role in a dramatic television series. She won Emmy Awards for 1974’s “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,” among many other accolades.

Her-Story: Today’s Black Women Shattering the Glass Ceiling

As part of our Black History Month celebration, 96.3 WHUR and WHUT-TV will present a special Black History Month edition of the Daily Drum with Harold Fisher “Her-story… Today’s Black Women Shattering Glass Ceilings.”

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With the historic election of Vice President Kamala Harris, the world is seeing what many Black girls and women have long known, not even the sky is the limit for them. As part of our Black History Month celebration, 96.3 WHUR and WHUT-TV will present a special Black History Month edition of the Daily Drum with Harold Fisher “Her-story… Today’s Black Women Shattering Glass Ceilings.”

Oprah Winfrey to Interview Meghan and Harry

The 90-minute “Oprah With Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special” will air March 7, CBS announced Monday.

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NEW YORK (AP) — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be speaking with Oprah Winfrey, their first major television interview since quitting royal duties and buying a home last year in the U.S. The 90-minute “Oprah With Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special” will air March 7, CBS announced Monday. Winfrey knows the couple well. She attended their wedding in 2018 and lives near them in Montecito, California. On Sunday, a spokesperson for Meghan and Harry confirmed that they were expecting a second child. Their first son, Archie, was born in 2019.

Women’s Health and Wellness

The virtual “She Conference” addressing Women’s Sexual Health is this Saturday

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Details this morning about an upcoming virtual conference designed to engage young women around what it means to be sexually empowered and how to advocate for their own health and wellness.   It’s called the She Conference.  My guest is Jalynn Lane – Spokesperson and Moderator for the She Conference

The She Conference is Saturday, February 20th from 10am to 2pm.  It’s hosted by Heart to Hand, Inc., which is a non profit in Prince George’s County focused on sexual health and wellness.  The conference is free.  Register here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

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Brian McKnight Jr., Rips into His Father and Fans

“When it comes to my father. The proof is in the pudding,” McKnight Jr. wrote. “If there are still people out there wasting their breath putting us down for speaking our truth, challenge them to question how they think they know our father better than us? Lol you know his body of work; we came from his actual nuts.”

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Brian McKnight Jr., is putting his famous father back on blast and this time he is urging people to stop supporting his dad and following him on social media. If you missed it, check out the full audio.

Be sure to check out @FrankSkiShow with @peninabrown every weekday from 3pm to 7pm right here on 96.3 @WHURFM

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “The End”  

Jeremiah 29:11 | KJV 
11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️  

 

 

It’s Tax Time!

See how you can take advantage of free tax preparation.

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The tax season is upon us and United Way of the National Capital Area is encouraging qualifying DMV residents to take advantage of free tax preparation services and tap into the Earned Income Tax Credit.  My guest is Rose Allen-Herring – President and CEO, United Way of the National Capital Area

United Way of the National Capital Area and the DC Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking are offering free and virtual tax preparation services to residents as they kick off the tax season. For more information go here:

 

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

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**BREAKING NEWS** SENATE ACQUITS DONALD TRUMP

The vote will give the former president an historic second acquittal in an impeachment trial.

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By a vote of 57 to 43, the United States Senate has voted to acquit former President Donald John Trump during the second impeachment trial.  Seven Republicans voted  guilty with all 50 Democrats.

The vote will give the former president an historic second acquittal in an impeachment trial.

House Democrats, who voted a month ago to charge Trump with “incitement of insurrection,” needed two thirds of the Senate, or 67 votes, to convict him.

The Democrats argued in the short trial that Trump caused the violent attack by repeating for months the false claims that the election was stolen from him, and then telling his supporters gathered near the White House that morning to “fight like hell” to overturn his defeat. Five people died when they then laid siege to the Capitol.

Trump’s lawyers argued that the rioters acted on their own accord and that he was protected by freedom of speech, an argument that resonated with most Republicans. They said the case was brought on by Democrats’ “hatred” of Trump.

 

What’s Going On With Black Love?

A Valentine’s Day weekend conversation.

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While there are some who have wonderful romantic plans for this weekend,  others… meh… not so much.  If you’re single-single and not happy about it, do you know why?  Are you wondering what has happened to black love?  Are we not finding the romantic love we want? Who is responsible? Men, women, social media, the pandemic?  We have a little help for you tonight.

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