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Restrictions On Travelers To DC From COVID-19 Hot Spots In Effect

DC’s restrictions on travelers from COIVD-19 hot spot states takes effect today.

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As of today, anyone visiting the District from one of the coronavirus high risk states, one of which includes Delaware, must self-quarantine in the city for 14 days. The order excludes members of Congress and sports teams. Besides Delaware, the other high risk states include:

  • Arkansas
  • Arizona
  • Alabama
  • California
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Louisiana
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Mexico
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin

John Lewis Memorialized At U.S. Capitol Today

John Lewis to lie in state at the U.S. Capitol today and tomorrow.

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Congressman John Lewis will be honored today as he will lie in State at the U.S. Capitol.  Visitation for Lewis’ family and members of Congress, which will take place inside the Capitol’s Rotunda, will begin at 1:30 pm.  The public will be able to pay its respects to the former civil rights leader as his caskets will rest on the steps of the east side of the Capitol from 6 pm to 10 pm tonight and 8 am to 10 pm tomorrow.  Mourners will be required to wear face coverings.  There will be road closures in and around the city from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm today.  Parts of East Capitol, Second and First Streets, Constitution Avenue and Independence Avenue, SE will be closed through Wednesday.

Tenant Protection and Financial Assistance

The first of a series of webinars starts tomorrow at 5pm

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Many residents have fallen behind on their rent due to the Coronavirus pandemic and there are many questions looming about payment plans and financial assistance programs.  Amerigroup DC and Housing Counseling Services are teaming up to offer webinars to provide information and assistance. My guest is Jacqueline Guerrero – Community Relations Team for Amerigroup DC

Amerigroup DC and Housing Counseling Services are offering online webinar July 28th at 5pm to provide information on tenant protections and financial assistance programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Listen  to this mornings segment here:

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Finding Work/Life Balance When Working From Home

Sometimes you have to unplug from the job for your mental health.

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For a lot of us, working from home is a pretty good deal. But the pandemic shutdown has shown us a very different side of working from home. The 9-to-5 has now expanded to when you get out of bed to when you go back. Eight hours has become 10, 12 or even more hours, daily.  We try to find the work/life balance everyone is looking for, even when working from home.

Guests:

Sonia Alleyne, Author, “I Kick Ass At Work A Strategy Journal for Career Professional Women”

Joseph Williams, Licenced Therapist

Arrest Made in Murder of Missing DC Woman

Police have not found her body.

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DC police have made an arrest in murder of Olga Ooro.  55 year old Darnell Sterling of Southeast DC is charged with second degree murder in her death although investigators have not found her body.  Police say the 34 year old woman was last seen on July 16th at her apartment building in the 300 block of Massachusetts Avenue, NW.  Police say she and her eight year old son had dinner with Sterling earlier that evening.  Police say Sterling is Ooro’s boyfriend and that he has a history of domestic violence.  The son was found two days after Ooro disappeared, wandering the halls of the apartment building.  The child is now in the custody of his father.

Kim K Asks Public To Show Compassion, Empathy To Kanye West

“We as a society talk about giving grace to the issue of mental health as a whole, however we should also give it to the individuals who are living with it in times when they need it the most. I kindly ask that the media and public give us the compassion and empathy that is needed so that we can get through this,” she wrote. “Thank you for those who have expressed concern for Kanye’s well being and for your understanding.”

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NEW YORK (AP) — Kim Kardashian West is asking the public to show compassion and empathy to husband Kanye West, who caused a stir this week after fulminating in a series of social media posts. She says he is bipolar.

The reality TV star and beauty mogul posted a lengthy message Wednesday on her Instagram Live feed, explaining that life has been complicated for her family and West, who ranted against historical figure Harriet Tubman and discussed abortion on Sunday while he declared himself a presidential candidate. His comments earned him backlash.

“As many of you know, Kanye has bi-polar disorder. Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand. I’ve never spoken publicly about how this has affected us at home because I am very protective of our children and Kanye’s right to privacy when it comes to his health. But today, I feel like I should comment on it because of the stigma and misconceptions about mental health,” she wrote.

“I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions. He is a brilliant but complicated person who on top of the pressures of being an artist and a black man, who experienced the painful loss of his mother, and has to deal with the pressure and isolation that is heightened by his bi-polar disorder,” Kardashian West continued. “Those who are close with Kanye know his heart and understand his words some times do not align with his intentions.”

On Tuesday, in a series of since-deleted Twitter posts, West wrote that he’s been considering divorcing his wife. In another post he called out Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner. On Monday, he claimed his wife tried to lock him up. And on Sunday at his political rally, the 21-time Grammy winner became tearful while talking about his mother, who died following plastic surgery complications in 2007.

West and Kardashian West were married in 2014. They have four children.

Kardashian West thanked fans and friends for expressing concern about West.

“We as a society talk about giving grace to the issue of mental health as a whole, however we should also give it to the individuals who are living with it in times when they need it the most. I kindly ask that the media and public give us the compassion and empathy that is needed so that we can get through this,” she wrote. “Thank you for those who have expressed concern for Kanye’s well being and for your understanding.”

 

DC to Require Travelers from Hotspots to Quarantine

Maryland and Virginia are not included in the hotspot quarantine order.

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Starting on Monday, July 27th, travelers to Washington, DC from COVID-19 hotspots will be required to quarantine for 14 days.  DC Mayor Muriel Bowser made the announcement today during a news conference.

Bowser said this is an attempt to reduce the risk of coronavirus spread as the city wrestles with a spike in infections.  Maryland and Virginia are not included in the hotspot quarantine order. College students from out of town must also quarantine.  The order will stay in effect until at least October 9th but could be extended.

 

 

 

Jay Harris And Mike Hill But ‘RHOA’ Star Cynthia Bailey Stole The Show

The conversation rose to higher levels when Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey stole the show. She and fiance, Mike Hill, gushed about their upcoming wedding on October 10th of this year.

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Emmy Award winning sportscasters Jay Harris and Mike Hill had us all captivated as we talked about the Washington Football team and all their current issues. Go Nats, and how proud we all are of the NBA players taking a stand against social injustice.

However, the conversation rose to higher levels when Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey stole the show. She and fiance, Mike Hill, gushed about their upcoming wedding on October 10th of this year.

Of course, here’s where we insert the teasing between besties, Jay Harris and Mike Hill.

 

Chante’ Moore Serenaded Us And It Felt So Good

The songstress blessed us with a long, beautiful rendition of her song, “It’s Alright.”

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Chante Moore has always been a giving soul. She sings every week on her own IG page. The songstress blessed us with a long, beautiful rendition of her song, “It’s Alright.” Whew that was heartfelt and soothing. Just beautiful. Her daughter, Sophia, came on screen and charmed us all. Since today, July 24th, is Sophia’s dad, Kadeem Hardison’s birthday of course, they both sang to him. Sweet!

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Montgomery County Considers In-Home Coronavirus Testing

Testing could come to areas in Montgomery County most affected by the coronavirus.

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Health officials in Montgomery County say the county is considering sending health workers to the homes of residents to provide COVID-19 testing.  Officials say the tests would be offered to residents in areas of the county hit hardest by the coronavirus.

New Covid-19 Restrictions For Anne Arundel County & Baltimore

A surge of coronavirus cases has caused officials in Baltimore and Anne Arundel County to reinstate restrictions.

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Starting today, new COVID-19 restrictions will be in place for Anne Arundel County due to a recent surge in coronavirus cases.  Restaurants most now close by 10 pm.  Carry out only for food courts.  No more than 25 people for indoor social gatherings and 50 for outdoor gatherings.  Businesses could be fined 500-dollars or be forced to close if in violation of the ordinance.

In Baltimore, residents must now wear a face covering when out in public. All indoor dining in the city has been suspended.  The new orders for Baltimore and Anne Arundel will go into effect at 5 pm today.

HBO To Adapt Ta-Nehisi Coates’ ‘Between The World And Me’

Coates’ book, published in 2015, is structured as an open letter to his adolescent son about what to expect as a Black person living in the United States. “Between the World and Me” was a bestseller that won the National Book Award and received new attention this summer when the Black Lives Matter protests led to a surge in sales for books about race and racism.

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NEW YORK (AP) — A stage production of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ “Between the World and Me,” his prize winning book about racism and police violence, is being adapted by HBO for a special this fall.

HBO announced Thursday that the program will feature readings from “Between the World and Me” and will be directed by Apollo Theater Executive Producer Kamilah Forbes, who handled the stage show in 2018 at the celebrated performance center in Harlem.

“I’ve been working with Kamilah for almost as long as I’ve been a writer,” Coates said in a statement. “I can think of no one better to put ‘Between the World and Me’ on screen and no better home for it than HBO.”

Coates’ book, published in 2015, is structured as an open letter to his adolescent son about what to expect as a Black person living in the United States. “Between the World and Me” was a bestseller that won the National Book Award and received new attention this summer when the Black Lives Matter protests led to a surge in sales for books about race and racism.

“As people across our country continue to speak out about violent, systemic racism and the urgent need for tangible change, Ta-Nehisi’s words resonate as strongly today as they did five years ago,” Forbes said in a statement. “I’m excited to collaborate again with both Ta-Nehisi and HBO on this important special event, ensuring that the powerful voices in this work and the cry for justice from the Black community continue to reach a broader audience.”

 

Rivera Addresses Temporary Team Name And Organization Culture

Burgundy and Gold Head Coach Ron Rivera says it may take over a year to complete renaming the team.

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Head coach Ron Rivera said today that the process for a final new name for the Washington Football Team will take 16-18 months.  He also said that he knew nothing of the sexual harassment allegations brought by 15 female former team employees before taking the team’s head coaching job.  He also said that he’d support players kneeling prior to the start of games.   Yesterday,  the organization announced that it did not have enough time to come up with a new nickname, logo or address potential trademark issues.  Instead, for the upcoming season the Burgundy and Gold will go by the name Washington Football Team.  Player numbers will replace the Native American logo on helmets.  The team colors will remain the same.

 

Barack Obama To Appear On Michelle Obama’s Podcast Debut

Her podcast is the first title in the ongoing collaboration between Spotify and Higher Ground, a production company founded by Barack and Michelle Obama. Last year, the duo partnered with Spotify to produce exclusive podcasts for the platform.

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The first guest of Michelle Obama’s new podcast will have a familiar presidential voice: Barack Obama.

The former United States president is expected to appear on “The Michelle Obama Podcast” on Spotify, the Obama’s Higher Ground and streaming service announced Friday. The podcast will debut Wednesday.

In the premiere episode, the former first lady and her husband will hold an intimate conversation about community, the love that powers relationships and life after living eight years in the White House.

“For eight years my life was full of crazy schedules, juggling big initiatives, speeches, state dinners,” Michelle Obama says in the first episode’s intro. “Not to mention trying to raise two daughters and keeping my head above water. But once Barack’s second term ended, the presidency was over and finally had some time to breathe.”

Michelle Obama’s new podcast expects to hold candid and personal conversations focusing on a variety of topics concerning women’s health, marriage and the benefits of mentorship. The nine-episode series will include several guests such as talk-show host Conan O’Brien and Valerie Jarrett, business woman and former senior advisor to Barack Obama.

“I don’t want this podcast to be prescriptive… or present anyone’s ideas as truth,” she says in the episode. “I just want it to feel like we’re sitting together on a park bench or in the booth of a restaurant with the jukebox playing. And most importantly, I hope this podcast sparks ideas and topics that all you listeners can open up with in your own circles.”

Her podcast is the first title in the ongoing collaboration between Spotify and Higher Ground, a production company founded by Barack and Michelle Obama. Last year, the duo partnered with Spotify to produce exclusive podcasts for the platform.

Obama released her Netflix documentary “Becoming” in May. The project was an extension of her 2018 best-selling memoir of the same name and a kind of authorized filmic portrait of Obama.

Last year, she embarked on a rock-star-style tour of more than 30 cities to promote her book.

John Lewis Funeral To Be Held At Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist

Lewis’ body will also lie in state at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery, the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta and the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

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ATLANTA (AP) — The funeral for the late civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis will be held Thursday at Atlanta’s historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, which the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. once led.

Lewis’ family announced that the funeral will be private, but the public is invited to pay tribute over the coming days during a series of celebrations of Lewis’ life beginning Saturday in his hometown of Troy, Alabama. On Sunday morning, a processional will be held in which Lewis’ body will once more cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where he and other voting rights demonstrators were beaten 55 years ago on “Bloody Sunday.”

Lewis’ body will also lie in state at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery, the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta and the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced Thursday that the public will be allowed to pay their respects in Washington to the longtime Georgia congressman Monday night and all day Tuesday.

Due to coronavirus precautions, Lewis will lie in state for public viewing at the top of the east front steps of the Capitol rather than in the Rotunda, and the public will file past on the East Plaza. Face masks will be required and social distancing will be enforced.

Lewis’ family has asked members of the public not to travel from across the country to pay their respects. Instead, they suggested people pay virtual tribute online using the hashtags #BelovedCommunity or #HumanDignity.

Lewis, 80, died last Friday, several months after he was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer. He served 17 terms in the U.S. House. Following the funeral at the Ebenezer Baptist Church Horizon Sanctuary, he will be interred at South View Cemetery in Atlanta.

Stopping the Educational Summer Slide for Kids

We examine what has happened and what parents and children can do to slow the summer educational slide and get back on track.

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School age children across America have been out of the classroom and distance learning from home since March. The new educational normal forced upon families by the covid-19 pandemic, has made learning a challenging for some.  For others it’s nearly impossible because of the disparities the pandemic has laid bare. We examine what has happened and what parents and children can do to slow the summer educational slide and get back on track.

Resources:

www.MyON.com

Outschool

Scholastic

Mid-Atlantic Equity Consortium

Guests:

Charlotte Avery, Mother, Teacher, Family Advocate

Dr. Dawn Williams, Dean, Howard University School of Education

No Name for DC’s Pro Football Team in 2020

Burgundy and Gold to become Washington Football Team for 2020 season

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Washington’s NFL team will go by the Washington Football Team for the 2020 season. The temporary name gives the organization time to choose a new moniker. Washington will keep its burgundy and gold colors and replace the Indian head logo on helmets with a player’s jersey number. Owner Dan Snyder recently dropped the Redskins name amid pressure from sponsors and after decades of criticism from Native American advocacy groups. On Monday, he hired Terry Bateman as executive vice president and chief marketing officer to oversee the name change and re-branding process.

Family Invites You To Join Patrick Ellis’ Procession

Join us this Saturday at 8:45am as Patrick makes his final trip down Georgia Avenue, NW.  You can watch his procession safely from your vehicle by parking along Georgia Avenue between Fern and Euclid Streets, NW.  Let’s say goodbye to Patrick safely together.

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On July 16th, we lost our dear friend and colleague Patrick Ellis.  Before his family privately sends him home, they are giving his listeners and the community an opportunity to say a final farewell.  Join us this Saturday at 8:45am as Patrick makes his final trip down Georgia Avenue, NW.  You can watch his procession safely from your vehicle by parking along Georgia Avenue between Fern and Euclid Streets, NW.  Let’s say goodbye to Patrick safely together.

Special Directions:  Turn your headlights on and park along the west side of Georgia Avenue at Fern and Euclid Streets for an unobstructed view. Because the COVID-19 pandemic is still very real, your safety and health are our #1 priority.  If you get out of your car, please social distance and wear a face covering.

After the public procession, the family respectfully requests that you do not follow the funeral and honor their privacy as they prepare to send Patrick Ellis home.

Thank you for your support and prayers during this difficult time.  Like you, we ALL loved Patrick.

John Monds Named Host Of ‘The Original Quiet Storm’

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On the station where the format was born, The Quiet Storm is the place to catch songs that tell the stories of love. Pioneered in the mid-1970’s by Melvin Lindsey, The Quiet Storm lives on…

“The Quiet Storm” is one of the longest running programs at WHUR, and continues to stand the test of time. Only the prime cuts, contemporary ballads and instrumentals weave together the legendary Quiet Storm. A must for anyone that desires the best in relaxing music.

John Monds Is So DC!

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Man Shot And Killed In Morningside

An early morning shooting has left a man dead in Morningside.

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An early morning shooting in Morningside, Maryland has left one man dead. Police were called to the 64-hundred block of Suitland Road around 1:30 am where they found the victim dead from multiple gunshot wounds.  Police are searching for a suspect or suspects.

The Nats Open The Season With Black Lives Matter

The defending World Series champions open the baseball season tonight. The slogan Black Lives Matter prominent on the Nats pitching mound.

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The Nationals will raise their World Series banner tonight as they open the Major League Baseball season at Nats stadium against the Yankees.  No fans in the stands.  What will be there are the words Black Lives Matter, displayed on the pitcher’s mound.  Matt Scherzer the Nats starting pitcher tonight.  Dr. Anthony Fauci will throw out the first pitch.  Game time a bit after 7 pm.

The Original Quiet Storm w/ Raheem DeVaughn

WHUR created the Quiet Storm format, and it continues to be the blueprint for the world.

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“Raheem DeVaughn Takes the Helm of the Legendary Original Quiet Storm”

What do you get when you combine R&B’s “Love King” with DC’s top-rated “Love Show?” The ultimate “Quiet Storm.” 96.3 WHUR proudly announces that beginning Thursday, October 17th National Recording Artist Raheem DeVaughn will be the new host of the legendary “Original Quiet Storm.” Tune in weekdays from 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. for an unforgettable musical experience.

The announcement comes as WHUR prepares to celebrate nearly 50 years of the iconic program, made popular by the late legendary Melvin Lindsey. Since 1976, the “Original Quiet Storm” on WHUR has guided listeners on a nightly journey of soulful slow jams and romantic melodies. “We are thrilled to launch this new chapter of the ‘Original Quiet Storm’ with one of the most talented creative artists in R&B, proudly representing Washington,” said Al Payne, Senior Director of Programming for WHUR.

Raheem DeVaughn is no stranger to radio. He has been hosting his own self-titled podcast since 2012. This evolution will further highlight his engaging hosting abilities and provide an opportunity for artists to connect with listeners in a unique and authentic way. “I’m humbled and extremely excited about my partnership with the WHUR family. The ‘Original Quiet Storm’ is a legacy brand and to be hand chosen as the new voice and face is an honor and a dream come true,” said DeVaughn.

Working as the executive producer of the show will be WHUR Assistant Program and Music Director Traci LaTrelle. “I couldn’t be more excited to welcome Raheem DeVaughn. His soulful voice and deep connections to the DMV and R&B will bring a fresh intimate energy to the show, perfectly capturing the essence of the “Original Quiet Storm.”

WHUR’s new fall weekday lineup is now set. Start your day with “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by “Sunni and the City” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the afternoon, tune in to the “Nina & Joe Show” with Joe Clair and Nina Brown from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Then, catch “The Daily Drum” with Harold Fisher from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Finally, unwind with “The Quiet Storm” hosted by “The Love King” Raheem DeVaughn from 7:30 p.m. to midnight.

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Providing Scholarship Money For Some Graduating High School Seniors

The Buffalo Soldiers of Maryland are pouring back into some High School Grads.

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The Buffalo Soldiers of Maryland Foundation, Inc. is gearing up for a big event to award financial scholarships to recent graduating high school seniors.  My guests are Nathan Monroe – Foundation Chair and Lisa Rascoe – Chair of the Scholarship Committee

The Buffalo Soldiers of Maryland Foundation is awarding five financial awards to graduation high school seniors from the class of 2020, July 25th from 2pm to 4pm at Old Glory Harley Davidson in Laurel.  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.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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Reporters’ Roundtable

Examining the top stories of the week.

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We’re at the Reporters’ Roundtable with some of the top stories of the week and we have plenty.  On deck for discussion; more infections recorded in DC and the mayor orders more masks, more often.  President Trump comes back with COVID-19 briefings.  We also talk about Kanye West, John Lewis and a scandal with DC’s pro football team.

Resources:

Baltimore Association of Black Journalists

The BE Note.com

Charles Ellison, Editor, The BE Note

Nicki Mayor, President, Baltimore Association of Black Journalists

Update On Md. School Reopening Coming From Gov. Hogan

Specifics are expected in a news conference today at 5pm.

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(Annapolis, MD)  —  Governor Larry Hogan will provide the latest on school reopenings later today.  State Schools Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon will be there as well for the event that starts at 5 p.m.  It comes as Baltimore City Public Schools announced this week that the school year will begin online.  The district said the hybrid in-person option is being delayed until later in the fall.

Image Of Supreme Court Justice In Dred Scott Case Could Be Removed

The bust of Chief Justice Roger B. Taney could be removed from the U.S. Capitol if Congress approves in House vote.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House will vote on whether to remove from the U.S. Capitol a bust of Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, the author of the 1857 Dred Scott decision that declared African Americans couldn’t be citizens.

The vote expected Wednesday will come as communities nationwide reexamine the people they’re memorializing with statues.

The 2-foot-high marble bust of Taney is outside a room in the Capitol where the Supreme Court met for half a century, from 1810 to 1860. It was in that room that Taney, the nation’s fifth chief justice, announced the Dred Scott decision, sometimes called the worst decision in the court’s history.

There’s at least one potentially surprising vote for Taney to stay. Lynne M. Jackson, Scott’s great-great-granddaughter, says if it were up to her, she’d leave Taney’s bust where it is. But she said she’d add something too: a bust of Dred Scott.

“I’m not really a fan of wiping things out,” Jackson said in a telephone interview with The Associated Press earlier this week from her home in Missouri.

The president and founder of The Dred Scott Heritage Foundation, Jackson has seen other Taney sculptures removed in recent years, particularly in Taney’s native Maryland, where he was the state’s attorney general before becoming U.S. attorney general and then chief justice.

In the summer of 2017, shortly after white nationalists gathered  in Charlottesville, Virginia, to protest the removal of a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee, Baltimore’s mayor removed statues of Lee, Taney and others. A statue of Taney was removed from the grounds of the State House in Annapolis, Maryland, around the same time. And a bust of Taney was removed that year from outside city hall in Frederick, Maryland.

But Taney’s name and likeness remain in plenty of other places. Missouri has a Taney County. Philadelphia has a Taney Street. And another Taney bust sits alongside all other former chief justices in the Supreme Court’s Great Hall, a soaring, marble-columned corridor that leads to the courtroom. A portrait of Taney hangs in one of the court’s conference rooms.

Jackson said she believes that what memorials honoring figures like Taney need is context. At the Capitol, the Taney statue sits in the “place where the Dred Scott case was decided,” but the fact he is “there by himself is lopsided,” Jackson said in suggesting a bust of Scott be added. She had proposed a similar fix for the Taney statue in Annapolis.

The bill  lawmakers will vote on Wednesday proposes replacing the Taney bust with one of Justice Thurgood Marshall, who in 1967 became the Supreme Court’s first Black justice. A similar bill has been introduced in the Senate, but prospects for passage there are uncertain.

President Donald Trump has opposed the removal of historic statues elsewhere. And he’s strongly condemned those who toppled statues during protests over racial injustice and police brutality following the May death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

In Congress, Taney’s bust was controversial from the start. When Illinois Sen. Lyman Trumbull proposed its creation in 1865, shortly after Taney’s death, he got into a heated debate with Massachusetts Sen. Charles Sumner, a fierce opponent of slavery.

“Let me tell that Senator that the name of Taney is to be hooted down the page of history. Judgment is beginning now,” Sumner said. “And an emancipated country will fasten upon him the stigma which he deserves.”

Funding for a Taney bust wasn’t approved until almost a decade later. Today, near the Taney bust, inside the old Supreme Court chamber, there are also busts of the nation’s first four chief justices. The first, John Marshall, is the only person to serve as chief justice longer than Taney and a revered figure in the law.

But Marshall too was a deeply flawed man, as were other justices, said Paul Finkelman, the president of Gratz College in Pennsylvania and the author of “Supreme Injustice: Slavery in the Nation’s Highest Court.” Marshall bought slaves most of his life, a fact his biographers largely ignored, and was hostile to the idea of Blacks gaining their freedom, Finkelman said. Before the Civil War, probably the majority of justices owned slaves, he said.

“It’s not pretty. It’s who they were,” Finkelman said.

Face Coverings Now Mandatory In DC

DC’s mayor makes wearing masks mandatory when out in the District.

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Mayor Bowser has issued an executive order, requiring anyone in the District leaving their home wear a face covering.  There are a few exceptions.  A mask is not required:

  • For individuals in an enclosed office
  • Children under the age of 2
  • When eating or drinking
  • If exercising vigorously

The Mayor says there is an upward tick of COVID-19 cases in the city, especially for those under the age of 40, with hospitalizations doubling for that group in the last month.   COVID-19 testing centers in the city are reopening today. There are 102 new coronavirus cases in DC.   627 reported in Maryland.  956 in Virginia.

DC Teachers’ Union And Maryland Education Assoc. Talk School Reopening

Last week Chancellor, Dr. Lewis Ferebee and the mayor outlined a hybrid option but plan to wait until the end of the month.

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As more school districts in the DMV and across the country opt for distance learning in the fall,  DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and the chancellor of the DC Public Schools system have not made a final decision about how to move forward.  Last week Chancellor, Dr. Lewis Ferebee and Madame Mayor outlined a hybrid option but plan to wait until the end of the month.  We sit down with Elizabeth Davis, president of The Washington Teachers’ Union  and Cheryl Bost, president of the Maryland State Education Association.

 

Black Content Dominates Major Platforms

Proper and inclusive representation in the media is very important. If you don’t have an account make one and subscribe, you won’t be disappointed! 

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The up rise of police brutality in the world has caused major companies to change their policies, content, and go back to the drawing board to make amends in regard to the inclusivity of minorities, specifically African Americans. Companies are now greeting their customers with “Black Lives Matter” categories, posters, pledges, banners, and even company statements to show their support in light of the heart wrenching events that have taken place.

Companies such as Target, Twitter, Apple, General Motors, Adidas, Nike, Netflix, and even Walmart have all made statements and have pledged contributions in their own way to the “Black Lives Matter” movement. The surplus of support comes after the murder of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor at the hands of police brutality. These incidents angered the world and in response to this anger major companies that have influence have decided to step up.

Media companies are increasing their “black” content and bringing more colored people to the table to help make decisions about diversity. I believe we all can agree that misrepresentation of black people and culture in the media has been an issue for the black community. Media content either misrepresented the culture or authenticity of it was jeopardized because it was changed and altered by European filtering. Well it looks like the media is trying to reconcile.

Netflix, HULU, and Disney Plus just to name a few have all made strides to become more “black” content heavy to show support. Netflix has categories labeled “strong black lead” and “black stories.” Netflix has also included a lot of content by black writers and directors which, include Spike Lee and Ava Duvernay. Disney Plus has a category titled “Celebrate Black Stories,” with content by black writers and directors with strong black character leads. Movies and series in this category include “Black Panther,” “A Wrinkle in Time,” “Proud Family,” and “Remember the Titans.” This is a step in the right direction as the black community should be celebrated like any other community.

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Helping The Elderly Deal With Isolation

The Juanita C Grant Foundation has launched the Village Connector Experience.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly been difficult for most when it comes to staying away from loved ones.  But it’s been especially challenging for the elderly.  This morning it’s all about helping the elderly deal with the isolation brought about by the coronavirus crisis.  My guest today is leading an effort to do just that.   S. Orlene Grant – President of the Juanita C. Grant Foundation

The Juanita C. Grant Foundation will be launching its Village Connector Experience to combat the ill effects of current social distancing measures on aging adults in the DMV.  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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Nation’s Mayors Tell Trump to Keep Federal Forces Out

US Mayors send Trump Administration a letter calling for removal of all federal forces from cities.

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 (WASHINGTON, DC) – Mayor Muriel Bowser and mayors across the country called on the Trump administration to immediately halt plans to send federal forces from major American cities and withdraw any forces currently in cities.

In addition, the mayors called on Congressional leadership to launch an investigation into the administration’s actions to unilaterally deploy and threaten to deploy paramilitary-type forces into American cities.

The mayors’ full letters to the Trump administration and to Congressional leadership are below.

The Honorable William Barr

Attorney General

U.S. Department of Justice

Washington, DC 20530

 

The Honorable Chad Wolf

Acting Secretary

Department of Homeland Security

Washington, DC 20528

 

Dear Attorney General Barr and Acting Secretary Wolf:

 

We write to express our deep concern and objection to the deployment of federal forces in our cities, as those forces are conducting law enforcement activities without coordination or authorization of local law enforcement officials.

 

The unilateral deployment of these forces into American cities is unprecedented and violates fundamental constitutional protections and tenets of federalism. As you are well aware, President Trump threatened to deploy federal forces in Seattle to “clear out” a protest area and in Chicago to “clean up” the city. Seattle and Chicago authorities objected and threatened legal action to stop such actions. In Washington, DC outside Lafayette Park, extreme action was taken by federal law enforcement against protesters without the Mayor of DC’s approval. Acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Ken Cuccinelli said in recent days that the administration intends “to continue not just in Portland but in any of the facilities that we’re responsible for around the country.” This abuse of power cannot continue.

 

Deployment of federal forces in the streets of our communities has not been requested nor is it acceptable. While U.S. Marshals have had jurisdiction inside federal courthouses for decades, it is unacceptable and chilling that this administration has formed and deployed the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Rapid Deployment Unit and is sending federal authorities to conduct crowd control on city streets and detain individuals. In Portland, their actions have escalated events and increased the risk of violence against both civilians and local law enforcement officers.

 

In Portland, federal forces have used significant force against protesters on a nightly basis, including shooting one individual in the head with a munition, reportedly fracturing his skull. Others “snatched” an individual from the street without proper identification and placed him in an unmarked vehicle. These are tactics we expect from authoritarian regimes – not our democracy.

 

In many of our cities, our communities have expectations for law enforcement, including identification of officers, training, and recorded body camera footage, among many other expectations and policies. These expectations are being blatantly disregarded by federal forces. In most cities, there is also independent oversight of use of force policies and officers who act outside of policy. Federal officers have not been trained for urban community policing, including critical crowd management and de-escalation techniques. There is no oversight of the actions of federal forces. Importantly, in Portland they do not even appear to be complying with a federal court order regarding the use of tear gas and other crowd control tools. These actions also jeopardize the many important ways federal and local law enforcement must work together to protect our cities and country.

 

Furthermore, it is concerning that federal law enforcement is being deployed for political purposes. The President and his administration continually attack local leadership and amplify false and divisive rhetoric purely for campaign fodder. Their words and actions have created an environment of fear and mistrust.

 

We are a nation of laws and fundamental constitutional guarantees. The murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis sparked a national uprising and reckoning. Millions have joined protests and exercised their constitutional rights. The majority of the protests have been peaceful and aimed at improving our communities. Where this is not the case, it still does not justify the use of federal forces. Unilaterally deploying these paramilitary-type forces into our cities is wholly inconsistent with our system of democracy and our most basic values.

 

Cities across America are battling unprecedented challenges: the continued threat of COVID-19, economic devastation, and a new civil rights movement. Mayors are on the frontlines of solving these challenges. We need the help of our federal government, and we have urged a range of actions to battle COVID-19, provide relief to our workers, businesses, and cities, and institute more just policing in America. But the irresponsible actions of your agencies threaten community safety and progress on policing in our communities.

 

We urge you to take immediate action to withdraw your forces and agree to no further unilateral

deployments in our cities.

 

Regards,

 

Jenny A. Durkan

Mayor of Seattle, WA

 

Ted Wheeler

Mayor of Portland, OR

 

Keisha Lance Bottoms

Mayor of Atlanta, GA

 

Lori Lightfoot

Mayor of Chicago, IL

 

Muriel Bowser

Mayor of Washington, DC

 

Quinton D. Lucas

Mayor of Kansas City, MO

 

Martin J. Walsh

Mayor of Boston, MA

 

Jim Kenney

Mayor of Philadelphia, PA

 

Michael Hancock

Mayor of Denver, CO

 

Eric Garcetti

Mayor of Los Angeles, CA

 

Sam Liccardo

Mayor of San Jose, CA

 

Libby Schaaf

Mayor of Oakland, CA

 

Regina Romero

Mayor of Tucson, AZ

 

Darrell Steinberg

Mayor of Sacramento, CA

 

Kate Gallego

Mayor of Phoenix, AZ

 

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi

Speaker

United States House of Representatives

1236 Longworth House Office Building

Washington, DC 20515

 

The Honorable Mitch McConnell

Majority Leader

United States Senate

317 Russell Senate Office Building

Washington, DC 20510

 

The Honorable Kevin McCarthy

Minority Leader

2468 Rayburn House Office Building

Washington, DC 20515

 

The Honorable Chuck Schumer

Minority Leader

United States Senate

322 Hart Senate Office Building

Washington, DC 20510

 

Dear Speaker Pelosi, Majority Leader McConnell, Leader McCarthy and Leader Schumer:

 

We write to express our deep concern and objection to the use of federal forces in U.S. cities. These forces are conducting crowd control on city streets and detaining individuals. Their threats and actions have as escalated events, and increased the risk of violence against both civilians and local law enforcement officers. These actions also jeopardize the many important ways federal and local law enforcement must work together to protect our cities and country. We urge you to immediately investigate the President and his administration’s actions.

The unilateral deployment of these forces into American cities is unprecedented and violates fundamental constitutional protections and tenets of federalism. As you are well aware, President Trump threatened to deploy federal forces in Seattle to “clear out” a protest area and in Chicago to “clean up” the city. Seattle and Chicago authorities objected and threatened legal action to stop such actions. In Washington, DC outside Lafayette Park, extreme action was taken by federal law enforcement against protesters without the Mayor of DC’s approval.

 

Now the administration has deployed federal forces to Portland despite the objections of local and state officials. This includes, but is not limited to, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a newly launched U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) unit, U.S. Marshals Service, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, and DHS’s Federal Protective Service. None of these agents are trained in modern urban community policing, such as de-escalation. They are operating without coordination with local law enforcement, and their actions have escalated events, leading to more violence and unrest. Importantly, in Portland they do not even appear to be complying with a federal court order regarding the use of tear gas and other crowd control tools.

 

The administration’s deployment of federal forces shows a shocking disregard for the legitimate use of our U.S. military and federal resources, as well as the authority of local law enforcement. We are a nation of laws and fundamental constitutional guarantees.

 

The murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis sparked a national uprising and reckoning. Millions have joined protests and exercised their constitutional rights. The majority of the protests have been peaceful and are aimed at improving our communities. Even in circumstances where this is not the case, it is still a matter for local law enforcement.

 

The President’s decision to unilaterally deploy these paramilitary type forces into our cities mirrors the very tyranny our country has fought against and is wholly inconsistent with our democracy.

 

Cities across America are battling unprecedented challenges: the continued threat of COVID-19, economic devastation, and a new civil rights movement. We need the help of our federal government, and we have urged a range of actions to battle COVID-19, provide relief to our workers, businesses, and cities, and institute more just policing in America. But the President and his administration have demonstrated little interest in engaging with our communities in meaningful ways to address these challenges. Instead, he is politicizing conflict, creating an environment of fear and mistrust, and raising the prospect of more deployments of federal forces in cities like Seattle, Chicago, and other American communities. This abuse of power cannot continue.

 

The American people have a right to understand the circumstances under which federal action has been authorized and taken in American cities. We urge you to investigate these actions immediately.

 

Respectfully,

 

Jenny A. Durkan

Mayor of Seattle, WA

 

Ted Wheeler

Mayor of Portland, OR

 

Keisha Lance Bottoms

Mayor of Atlanta, GA

 

Lori Lightfoot

Mayor of Chicago, IL

 

Muriel Bowser

Mayor of Washington, DC

 

Quinton D. Lucas

Mayor of Kansas City, MO

 

Martin J. Walsh

Mayor of Boston, MA

 

Jim Kenney

Mayor of Philadelphia, PA

 

Michael Hancock

Mayor of Denver, CO

 

Eric Garcetti

Mayor of Los Angeles, CA

 

Sam Liccardo

Mayor of San Jose, CA

 

Libby Schaaf

Mayor of Oakland, CA

 

Regina Romero

Mayor of Tucson, AZ

 

Kate Gallego

Mayor of Phoenix, AZ

 

Darrell Steinberg

Mayor of Sacramento, CA

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Back to the Office During the Pandemic. Is it an Option?

What do you do when the boss asks you to come back to the workplace during the pandemic and you’re not comfortable with that?

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Before the most recent COVID-19 surge… we’ve seen more traffic on the roads as cities and counties began to open up.  For a lot of people, that meant going back to the office after working from home since the shutdown in March.  Even as more people head back now, many, like teachers for example, aren’t ready to risk infection.  What do you do when the boss asks you to come back to the workplace during the pandemic and you’re not comfortable with that?  Do you have to chose between your health and your job?

Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Janelle Colbert, Esq., Managing Attorney, The Colbert Law Center

 

 

D.C. Council Set To Vote On Budget

The proposal to slash the Police Department’s budget by nearly 15-million-dollars is up for a second and final vote today. 

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(Washington, DC)  —  The D.C. Council is set to vote today on a budget that could result in fewer officers in the Metropolitan Police Department.  The proposal to slash the Police Department’s budget by nearly 15-million-dollars is up for a second and final vote today.  If certified by the Chief Financial Officer, the changes would mean a hiring freeze and possibly fewer officers on the streets of the District.

Two No. Va. Schools Reverse Course On Hybrid Opening

The decisions come after initially considering a hybrid of in-school and distance learning. 

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Fairfax and Loudoun County Public Schools have decided to start the 2020-2021 year with all distance learning.  The decisions come after initially considering a hybrid of in-school and distance learning. Fairfax County Superintendent Scott Brabrand said a surge of COVID-19 infections across the country is impacting the school system here. Loudoun County Superintendent Eric Williams will propose the all-distance learning at a school board meeting today.

MD Health Officials Want Tougher COVID-19 Restrictions To Return

County health officials in Maryland want restrictions on gatherings in bars and restaurants reinstated.

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Health department leaders in Maryland’s largest counties, including Prince George’s, Montgomery, Howard, Anne Arundel and Baltimore City, have sent a letter to the state’s health department requesting that restrictions be put back into place for bars and restaurants over concerns of COVID-19 cases trending upward.  Governor Hogan says county leaders have the flexibility to make any changes to guidelines.

Grant Money for Community Organizations

The deadline is fast approaching for the Humanities DC Soul of the City Grants

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Some good money news this morning.  Humanities DC Soul of the City grant is now accepting applications from local neighborhood organizations, churches, educational programs and more to help expand their programs or to take their programming virtually.  My guest is Andrea McNeil – Grants Manager for Humanities DC

Submissions are now open thru July 31st for the HumanitiesDC Soul of the City grant where local neighborhood organizations, churches, educational programs, and more could be awarded up to $30k to work with young people thru the humanities lens. For information go here:

 

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Addressing DC’s Rising Deadly Violence

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DC police are looking for at least three men behind the latest incident of deadly gun violence in the city. Nine people were shot in Columbia Heights in broad daylight, killing one and wounding eight others.

One week ago on July 13th,  27 year old Senquea Whitley was shot to death on Clay place NE around two o’clock in the afternoon.  Last month, home security video caught a shootout between a half a dozen young men in the middle of the afternoon in DC.  It’s scary.  How is the city addressing this issue?

Resources:

2020 DC Crime Data

Yaay Me!

DC Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement

Warees Majeed, Community Activist, Co-Founder, Yaay Me!

Delbert McFadden, Executive Director, DC office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement

 

Details on DC’s Heat Emergency Plan

DC opens cooling centers for those who have no air conditioning

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DC Mayor Muriel Bowser released detailed information about the city’s emergency heat plan.  If you need cooling center information, you can find it on the link below.

DC Heat Emergency & Cooling Centers Information

Replacement Named For Congressman John Lewis

Georgia Dems choose state chair to replace Lewis on ballot

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ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Democrats have selected state Sen. Nikema Williams, chair of the state party, to replace Rep. John Lewis on the ballot in November. The executive committee of the Democratic Party of Georgia voted overwhelmingly on Monday for Williams to take Lewis’ spot on the ballot for the Atlanta-area 5th Congressional District after the longtime congressman and civil rights leader’s death last week. Williams, 41, was chosen from a list of five finalists as the group works to quickly fill the spot in accordance with state law. She is nearly assured of winning in November in the heavily Democratic district.

Georgia state Senator Nikema Williams with Jim Perez, Chair, Democratic National Committee

How To Grieve During A Pandemic

Hospital visits, funerals, and repasts have been cancelled, delayed, or rescheduled due to this daunting virus. Funerals, sad but true, are considered as family gatherings, and they have now been reduced to 10 people only.

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Living through a pandemic can be really challenging, especially if you unfortunately and unexpectedly lose a loved one. Experiencing loss during the #Covid19 pandemic has completely changed the process of grieving and even the traditions that take place culturally after the loss has taken place. Death is no easy process and there is no right or wrong way to grieve but the question of “How?” remains. How to grieve during a pandemic?

Hospital visits, funerals, and repasts have been cancelled, delayed, or rescheduled due to this daunting virus. Funerals, sad but true, are considered as family gatherings, and they have now been reduced to 10 people only. As if the death isn’t traumatic enough, try choosing which family members can attend and those that must understand the time we’re in and sit it out. You can no longer visit loved ones even in their last moments, a Facetime call will have to suffice. Processing these major changes can be discouraging. All of this can be emotionally challenging and yet the question remains “How?”

Grieving can be very complicated especially when you don’t know how. Losing a loved one or knowing someone who has lost a loved one can be just as complicated. My partner lost his grandfather during this pandemic and he expressed to me “I didn’t get any closure and it’s not fair.” This broke my heart, yet I still had to research and find ways to be supportive to him during this difficult time. WHUR’s Harold Fisher had a show about this topic and Psychologist Dr. Kamirah Ware was featured and offered advice on how to deal with grieving during a pandemic, here are some of the things she mentioned:

1. If you or someone you know is struggling with grieving seek or recommend professional help.

2. Taking care of yourself is the first step in making sure you know how to properly care for others.

3. Seek ways to take care of your mental health by reading credible sources that give certified advice.

4. Do not turn to drugs.

5. Do not increase alcohol usage.

6. Do not put a temporary bandage on your hurt pain or grieving process, get the professional help that’s needed.

7. Be gentle with yourself and do not put yourself on a guilt trip when grieving.

8. Engage in self-care strategies such as mindfulness, praying, virtual connecting etc.

9. Call your insurance to find professional resources, insurance companies are waving copay fees for mental health during this time.

Grieving is hard, but knowing you are not alone and having resources to support is even more important.

Here are some professional resources below that support grieving —

DWW Psychological Services 

Wednt Center for Loss And Healing  

National Alliance On Mental Illness 

Daily Drum Podcast: Covid-19 and Grieving 

Addressing Race Relations in Our Community

Prince George’s Community College host a virtual conversation tonight with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

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This morning we highlight an important conversation taking place tonight that will drill down on the issue of race relations in our community.   New York Times bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi is hosting a discussion on his book “How to Be an Antiracist” and Dr. Charlene Dukes – President of Prince George’s Community College will lead the conversation.  My guest is Dr. Charlene Dukes – President of Prince George’s Community College

New York Times Bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his renowned book “How to Be An Antiracist” Monday July 20th 7pm with Dr. Charlene Dukes – President of Prince George’s Community College.  Register for this free virtual conversation here:

This special event is presented by a consortium of organizations based in Prince George’s County and Maryland, including Joe’s Movement Emporium, Prince George’s County Memorial Library System and PGCMLS Foundation, Prince George’s County Community College’s Center for Performing Arts, Prince George’s County Human Relations Commission, and Maryland State Library, with generous support from Wells Fargo.

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The Clark Sisters Announce Virtual Tour, Talk Kierra Sheard’s Engagement, Honor WHUR’s Patrick Ellis

The sisters shared their contribution to the hit biopic, Lifetime’s “The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel.”

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Jacky Clark-Chisolm and Dorinda Clark-Cole spread their Clark Sister sunshine on HUR@Home Inspiration. They talked about the timeliness of the hit song “Victory” that debuted 5 months before the spread of COVID. The sisters shared their contribution to the hit biopic, Lifetime’s “The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel.” Evangelist Dorinda closed out our conversation with a powerful prayer for all the families affected by COVID-19, including the family of Patrick Ellis, and the WHUR family.

Patrick Ellis Tribute

The outpouring of love and support today, in memory of our beloved Patrick Ellis, was awesome. It was a true testament to the incredible man we all knew and loved. Fly high Patrick. Well done…

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96.3 WHUR Fans Honor Patrick Ellis

The outpouring of love and support today, in memory of our beloved Patrick Ellis, was awesome. It was a true testament to the incredible man we all knew and loved. Fly high Patrick. Well done…

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The Life and Legacy of WHUR’s Patrick Ellis

Patrick lost his battle with COVID-19 on Thursday, July 16th.

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We remember the rich, melodious, baritone voice and the bottomless giving of one of Patrick Ellis. His life was as impactful on the air as it was off.  Ellis was the host of WHUR’s Sunday Gospel Spirit show. It was a staple in the DMV community.  He reigned supreme over Sunday morning radio for more than four decades. He also was a giant in the community when it came to giving back.

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Georgia Congressman John Lewis Dies

The civil rights icon was battling pancreatic cancer.

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Civil rights icon and long-time Georgia Congressman John Lewis has died. Lewis had been receiving hospice care.  He died at his home in Atlanta after battling pancreatic cancer.  The Democrat was best known for leading hundreds of protestors across the Edmund Pettus Bridge during what was called “Bloody Sunday” in Selma, Alabama in 1965.  He famously was severely injured when hit by a baton, wielded by a state trooper.  He elected to Congress in 1986 and continued the causes born out of the civil rights struggle.  John Lewis was 80 years old.

En Vogue Spills Tea On Why Dawn Really Left The Group

En Vogue celebrates a 30 year milestone this year.

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En Vogue answered many questions from the comment section and even spilled the tea about what really went down with Dawn leaving the group. Apparently, there’s no love lost from either side. The group is doing just fine, as they are.

We talked about life during this pandemic. How they’re staying in shape, and what they hope to do once it ends.

Justice RBG Battling Liver Cancer Again

Justice Ginsburg says cancer has returned, but won’t retire

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg says she is receiving chemotherapy for a recurrence of cancer, but has no plans to retire from the Supreme Court. The 87-year-old Ginsburg said her treatment so far has succeeded in reducing lesions on her liver and that she will continue chemotherapy sessions every two weeks “to keep my cancer at bay.” She spent time in the hospital this week for a possible infection, but Ginsburg said it was unrelated to the cancer. Her departure from the court before the election could give President Donald Trump the chance to shift the court more to the right.

Remembering Patrick Ellis

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, colleague, friend, and esteem member of the 96.3 WHUR Family Patrick Ellis.  Patrick died Thursday July 16th due to complications from the coronavirus.  Patrick was part of the backbone of WHUR and the Washington, D.C. community.  He was the longest running host on radio in this region.  Patrick Ellis was 77-years-old.  You can send your condolences by calling the Patrick Ellis Tribute Line at 202-750-4924 or submitting them in the form below.  Rest In Paradise Patrick.  Until we meet again!!!

 

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