Eight days and counting. Tensions are rising and anxiety too for federal government workers. If Congress doesn’t pass spending bill by September 30th, hundreds of thousands of federal government workers will be out of work. We’ve seen this before. The longest shutdown lasted 35 painful days. It ended in January of 2019. We’re talking the realities and the politics of the looming shutdown and the Congressional Black Caucus.
Glenn Ivey, (D) U.S. Representative, Maryland 4th DistrictDr. Niambi Carter, Author, “American While Black: African Americans, Immigration and the Limits of Citizenship”
(Washington, DC) — Today’s a good day for DMV homeowners to clear those gutters with foul weather on the way. Tropical Storm Ophelia is gaining strength off the coast and heading our way. Winds will start picking up later today and rain is coming tonight. Three inches or more is expected before the storm blows out on Sunday. A Coastal Flood Advisory for the shoreline in DC, Arlington County and Alexandria begins at midnight and runs until 6:00 tomorrow morning. Tidal flooding is likely, especially during high tide overnight.
What’s the plan for economic development in Prince George’s County? How can the county continue to attract businesses big and small amid the challenges and the winds of political change?
The Anacostia Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Scholarship Foundation Board is proud to sponsor the 24th Annual Albert R. “Butch” Hopkins Memorial Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament. AEDC, led by Stanley Jackson – President/CEO, is a non-profit community development corporation organized to help address the overall economic development needs of Anacostia/Far Southeast Washington, D.C.
The AEDC Albert R. “Butch” Hopkins Memorial Scholarship Foundation was established to provide scholarship funding to deserving high school graduates of Anacostia High Schools and Ballou two DC-based institutions dedicated to cultivating and empowering socially engaged leaders for college, career, and global success.
(Washington, DC) – Washington, DC is experiencing a loss of young residents, who are also taking their money with them. The District’s Office of Revenue Analysis looked at IRS records and found nearly 16-thousand households left DC between 2019 and 2021. The result was a net loss of three-billion-dollars in taxable income, with about one-point-two-billion shifting to the nearby suburbs. Figures show most of the tax filers were in the 26-to-44 age group; nearly two-thirds of these earned six-figure incomes.
(Richmond, VA) — It’s sort of like finding pumpkin spice and Halloween decorations on store shelves in August – early voting for the November election begins tomorrow in Virginia. Voters will be able to cast their ballots at their local registrar’s office or satellite location through November 4th. All you need is an acceptable form of ID. Election Day is November 7th.
Amerigroup, a health care company, has donated $1 million to a program in Washington D.C. that provides families with access to healthy food.
According to WTOP, Through the program, families can pick up groceries recommended by their physician at a “food pharmacy” located at the their doctor’s office after appointments. The donation more than doubles the number of family’s who can be helped, which right now is about 120.
The program also provides nutritionists to help families learn how to make the food taste well. Amerigroup’s research shows rates of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes in children have been rapidly increasing in the last few years, partly as a consequence of the childhood obesity epidemic and lack of access to healthy fruits and vegetables.
Kraft Heinz is recalling more than 83,000 cases of individually wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices because part of the wrapper could stick to the slice and become a choking hazard.
The company said one of its wrapping machines developed a temporary issue that makes it possible for a thin strip of film to remain on the slice even after it’s been removed from the wrapper.
The machine has since been fixed. The voluntary recall follows several consumer complaints. In six cases, people said the issue caused gagging or choking, but no injuries or serious health issues have been reported.
The recall affects 16-ounce Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product with a “Best When Used By” date between Jan. 10, 2024, and Jan. 27, 2024. It also includes 3-pound multipacks of Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product with a “Best When Used By” date between Jan. 9, 2024, and Jan. 13, 2024.
According to their divorce judgment, Anthony Anderson will pay $20,000 monthly to his ex-wife, Alvina Stewart.
The two were married in 1999, Stewart filed for divorce originally in 2015 but dropped it close to when Anderson got his lead role as Andre in Black-ish. She recently filed again last year.
Looks like Anderson might pay more based on his career. Per TMZ, he will pay $20k initially, with potential increases if his annual earnings exceed $2 million; in that case, he’ll pay 20 percent more of his income. Documents state Anthony keeps their property in Encino, CA, and a 2004 Land Rover.
She gets the 2022 Mazda and their place in Houston. They have a cemetery plot at Inglewood Park Cemetery that they’ll sell and split the proceeds. The documents include that Alvina has a registered Glock-19 in her name, but it’s with Anthony. He must return it to law enforcement in 30 days.
This is an important Wellness Wednesday conversation. You may not hear a lot about it, unless it affects you or someone you care about. But sickle cell disease is still very much around. According to the CDC, it impacts more than 100-thousand Americans, mostly people of color. This is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and we’re going to take a detailed look at this disease, what it is, how it’s treated and how those who have it, live with it.
Resources: Howard University Hospital’s Annual ‘Stomp Out Sickle Cell Move-On’ Event Postponed Until Saturday, Sept. 30th. You can still register using the link below.
Sherri made its return for its second season on Monday, and Sherri tried to explain why she decided to have her talk show return during the WGA strike. Shepherd said, “This summer you all may have seen your favorite actors and Hollywood stars have been on the picket lines with the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes.”
She continued, “There has been so much confusion about who can work and who can’t work.” She added, “Here’s the thing, talk shows in general fall under a different union contract code, so we’re allowed to come back unless you’re a WGA show. The Sherri show is not a WGA show and we have never employed WGA writers, so us coming back to work isn’t crossing the picket line.”
Sherri continued, “As a comic, my comedic take on the headlines is my voice. I write the jokes. I’m the writer…producers help me shape my words. That’s why we don’t have WGA writers.”
Wednesday Sherri announced that she has tested positive for COVID-19. “For the remainder of this week, encore episodes from the beginning of the premiere week will air,” according to the statement.
That’s award-winning former CNN and Al Jazeera news anchor Richelle Carey. In a TikTok video, she shared her journey from well-traveled journalist to single mom. Her story, once-again, raises questions that women have been asking, and have been asked for decades about career, family, children, decisions and sacrifice. Can they really have it all? How is that defined?
Richelle Carey, Award-Winning Former CNN, Al Jazeera News Anchor, Mother
(Washington , DC) — Congressional hearings are being held today and tomorrow to determine the future use of the old RFK Stadium site. A bill being considered would transfer control of the stadium from the federal government to the District. The terms of the transfer from the Secretary of the Interior to D.C. would reserve at least 30-percent of the stadium campus for parks and green space and restrict use of the site for a stadium, residential and commercial development or recreational and outdoor space. The transfer could facilitate the return of the Washington Commanders to RFK. The U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources meets today and a House Committee on Oversight and Accountability meets tomorrow to discuss the bill.
The opioid epidemic is not in the headlines like it used to be. But the community health threat has not gone away. It continues to be problematic for young people in our schools and adults who struggle with addiction. For Medical Monday, we discuss how fentanyl, mixed with cocaine or meth is creating a more complex problem.
Resources:
Better 2 Gether HU Drug Addition Treatment (202) 649-0359
Dr. Shayna Waites, Project Manager, Howard University College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health ServicesDr. Gloria Cain, Licensed Medical Social Worker, Howard University School of Social Work
Irish Grinstead Dead: Singer In Girl Group 702 Dies At 43 Irish Grinstead, a member of the girl group 702, known for hit songs like “Where My Girls At,” has died, her sister announced Saturday.
Grinstead’s sister and fellow group member, Lemisha Grinstead, announced the news in an Instagram post. “It is with great sadness that I have to let you know that my beautiful sister and friend has passed away this evening,” she wrote.
“She has had a long battle and she is finally at peace. That girl was as bright as the stars! She was not only beautiful on the outside, but also within.” “Sharing the stage with her was a joy I will cherish for the rest of my life! We, the family ask for prayers and respect for our privacy as we grieve an outstanding loss to our family.”
Missy Elliott posted, “Irish May your beautiful soul Rest Peacefully in the arms of the Lord.”
Irish May your beautiful soul Rest Peacefully in the arms of the Lord🕊️ A Multitude of prayers for the entire Grinstead family🙏🏾🕊️💔#702 pic.twitter.com/Vfqbwfzxqj
Remembering the group as a whole, a fan salutes how tight their harmony was, “702’s harmonies were like this (fingers crossed) when they sung together.”
Many often feel like we don’t flowers to those until they’ve passed away, this brought a fan to say, “702 raised so many of us! I hope Irish knew how very impactful she and her group were for R&B, girl groups, and 90’s culture.”
702 raised so many of us! I hope Irish knew how very impactful she and her group were for R&B, girl groups, and 90’s culture.
(Washington, DC) — A tunnel project designed to reduce flooding on Rhode Island Avenue and Mt. Olivet Road has been completed. DC Water announced Friday the Northeast Boundary Tunnel is finished and should alleviate the recurring flooding on those roads. New storm drain inlets should also improve the flow of water into the tunnel. Officials say not all flooding like in the case of an intense storm will be prevented but the impact will not be as great. Recent flooding in August caused District Dogs doggy daycare to flood. Ten dogs died.
Teyana Taylor is confirming reports that she and Iman Shumpert have separated. In an Instagram post, Teyana says they’ve been separated for a while and that infidelity had absolutely nothing to do with it. This comes after fans were upset to see a female that wasn’t Taylor, seen on social media wearing Shumpert’s customized necklace and his voice could be heard in the background.
Captioning a photo of both of them, Teyana writes: “AHT AHT! Not too much on my bestie! In all fairness, Iman and I are separated and have been for a while. To be 1000% clear, “infidelity” ain’t one of the reasons for our departure.”
She continues, “We are still the best of friends, great business partners, and are one hell of a team when it comes to co-parenting our 2 beautiful children. Most importantly we are FAMILY & in the 10 years together, 7 years married we ain’t ever played with or about THAT.”
Joy… specifically Black joy in our communities. We’re talking about those joyful stories that often don’t make the headlines. You may remember, just this past Wednesday, we talked about our seemingly insatiable hunger for salacious, negative news. We know it’s a thing. But we’re flipping the script. We’re talking about good news in our communities and what it means to experience Black joy.
Molette Green, Anchor/Reporter, NBC4-WashingtonDr. Sharon Allison-Ottey, Physician, Author, Social Commentator
U.S. SUPREME COURT JUSTICE KATANJI BROWN-JACKSON IS IN BIRMINGHAM. SHE’S THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT A MEMORIAL SERVICE THIS MORNING, MARKING THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 16TH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH BOMBING. THE EVENT HONORS THE FOUR LITTLE GIRLS WHO WERE KILLED IN THE ATTACK IN 1963. THE JUSTICE’S VISIT TO BIRMINGHAM IS PART OF THE CITY’S FORGING JUSTICE COMMEMORATION WEEK, WHICH RUNS THROUGH SATURDAY.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman on the nation’s highest court, speaks at the 60th Commemoration of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, in Birmingham, Ala.
Are you packed and ready to hit the road to 2024? You know what they say, stay ready so you don’t have to get ready. We’re talking about the Black vote, Election 2024, the issues and the politics.
Resources: Link for Road to 2024 event at Howard University, September 15th
(Washington, DC) — Hunter Biden is being charged with felony gun charges. Special counsel David Weiss indicted President Biden’s son in connection with a gun he purchased in 2018. He’s charged with allegedly making false statements while purchasing the gun and possessing the gun while addicted to drugs. Weiss is also weighing whether to charge Hunter Biden with alleged tax crimes. The charges come after a plea deal fell apart earlier this summer.
Hunter Biden talks with guests during a State Dinner for India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House in Washington, Thursday, June 22, 2023.
Diddy is opening up about his decision to return publishing rights to Bad Boy artists and writers.
The 53-year-old music mogul has been previously accused of “stealing” money from artists and conducting “bad” business.
The father of seven sat down for an exclusive interview with Billboard, published Wednesday. “I decided to reassign publishing rights to the whole catalog in May or June 2021. The news is just now coming out because it took time to finalize everything… When I was looking at the catalog and everything, I was put in a position where I felt like I had to look in the mirror. I had to make sure that what I was standing for was my total truth…”
“We live in a time where things are constantly evolving. And it was about reform for me. It was me looking at ways I could reform things as a person that’s been asking for change… It was just the right and obvious thing to do; something I’m proud I did. As a businessman, there comes a time when you have to pick purpose over profit. I’m glad that I’ve seen both sides. As a businessman, I’ve evolved and was blessed to be in a position to give the publishing back.”
In case you missed Howard University’s celebration of its 156th Opening Convocation Friday, September 15, 2023, at 11 a.m. in Cramton Auditorium. This year’s convocation speaker is Howard University’s 18th President, Ben Vinson III, PhD.
We encourage you to attend in person, however, if you cannot, you can watch below:
Whether you watch it, read it or listen to it… we all seem to love a salacious story. The juicier the better. But why is there such an insatiable appetite for scandalous news? From celebrities to every day people, shocking revelations seem to peak our interest. We explore the allure of so-called tabloid culture and its impact. Why are we so obsessed with the scandalous, the salacious, the dark, negative stories?
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Dr. Terri Adams, Associate Dean, Howard University Graduate School, Director, Howard University Initiative on Public OpinionNicki Mayo, Multimedia JournalistApril Banks, Blogger
The MTV Video Music Awards took place on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
Hip Hop legend LL COOL J, along with Grandmaster Flash Honor Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary in an All-Star tribute performance, that didn’t miss a beat.
https://youtu.be/RqZXOsFa3B0?si=snRTUGHKJ3wCmtXy
You couldn’t beat the moment the Diddy received the Global Icon Award:
https://youtu.be/OGJrOFCUaiY?si=bxS6NnwbdjoOPAbD
The salute to hip hop continues and mixes a little new with a little back in the day, when Nelly hits the stage with NLE Choppa as they performed Ain’t Gonna Answer/ It’s Getting Hot:
https://youtu.be/LNw3hYQi3Ng?si=ZXFmTNYsaYbBC7m3
While the music was live in the building, so was the fashion. Here are some of the looks we decided to share that hit the red carpet and on stage:
LIL WayneMegan Thee StallionCardi BOffsetCoco JonesAngela Simmons & Yo GottiTiffany HaddishLL COOL JNicki MinajChloe x HalleDiddy & King Combs
Jenae Addison sits Becky Pringle, NEA President to discuss the changes students will experience this academic year.
“When we’re talking about the educator shortage. You’re seeing that a lot of the teachers are leaving, are teachers of color, and we’re talking about a diverse classroom and students, you know, being able to see someone that looks like them and getting them excited when it comes to education, how are you making sure that the classroom is diverse?”, Addison inquires.
Pringles responds, “We are not only partnering with the White House and the Department of Education, which has entered this work, and not just the recruitment of teachers writ large, but specifically focused on recruiting and retaining, which is so important. You can’t leave that out because even when we are all the work we’ve done to recruit the teachers of color, particularly black teachers, they are leaving at a disproportionate rate so that the retention of all of our teachers of color is extraordinarily important. And what we’ve learned is building community among them, making them, making them feel as though they belong in that community, making sure the school has resources.”
We’ve all heard the stories and seen the movies about the Tuskegee Airmen. The heroic black aviators who flew the red tail p-47 and p-51 fighters over Europe during World War II. But little was known about the Black nurses stationed at on the base in Tuskegee, Alabama where those Black pilots trained. That is, until now. A new book, just published, chronicles the service and work by the Tuskegee army nurse corps during this critical time in American history.
(Memphis, TN) — A federal grand jury has indicted five former Memphis police officers in connection to the death of Tyre Nichols. The 29-year-old died earlier this year from blunt-force trauma to the head three days after a traffic stop. The officers face multiple counts including excessive force, conspiracy to witness tamper and obstruction of justice. They also face multiple charges in a state case including second-degree murder and aggravated assault. The officers pleaded not guilty to the state charges.
Talking about suicide is not easy. Every time we discuss this issue, it seems to get more and more difficult. This is a Medical Monday conversation. During this National Suicide Prevention Week, we are addressing stigma and mental health.
The Access HelpLine at 1(888)7WE-HELP or 1-888-793-4357
Dhyana Parker, Founder/Executive Director, The Rock of Life FoundationDr. Yushekia Woodford, Chief Resident, Howard University Department of Psychiatry
(Arlington, VA) — The DMV is marking the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks in all sorts of ways. Remembrance ceremonies for the thousands of victims, including the 184 killed when a passenger jet was flown into the Pentagon, will be taking place across the region all day. Aside from the many somber ceremonies, many folks are recognizing this National Day of Service and Remembrance to tackle various volunteer projects.
Steve Harvey Morning Show co-host Shirley Strawberry gave a very heart felt apology to Steve Harvey and his wife Marjorie Harvey for the leaked conversation discussing their private life to her estranged husband while he remains in jail without bond in Fulton County.
Earnest “Ernesto” Williams has been in jail since 2022 for multiple counts of fraud, identity theft, and child pornography.
The conversation was obtained by a Youtuber who requested the audio that revealed what Shirley believed to be a conversation between her and her husband. “I knew [the calls] were being recorded but I didn’t know they would go out to the world,” she said. “I was just trying to make conversation with [Ernesto]. Just get him to think about something other than where he was,” she added.
She further apologizes and explains how embarrassed she feels, adding that, “Divorce proceedings are underway.”
Her name is Roda Bashe. She’s a social media influencer from Houston, Texas. But earlier this week, she posted a video from a hospital emergency room. She says a man hit her in the face with a brick after she refused to give him her phone number. In the video, one side of her face is severely swollen and distorted. Since the video was posted more than 35-thousand dollars has been raised to pay for medical bills and counseling. We’re going to offer some counseling of sorts to those who might seek to respond inappropriately to rejection. We’re also going to offer some advice about how to handle aggressive, unwanted street attention.
Dr. Stacii Jae Johnson, Dating expert, author Former Md. Delegate, Dr. Darryl Barnes, Founder/President, Men Aiming Higher
(Washington, DC) — A murder suspect is still on the loose in Washington D.C. Police say Christopher Haynes escaped from custody yesterday at George Washington University Hospital. That prompted a shelter in place order for students and staff on campus. Haynes was arrested on murder charges earlier in the day.
(Atlanta, GA) — Former President Trump may try to move his Georgia election case to federal court. His attorneys formally notified the judge in the case of the potential move today. Doing so could help Trump get the charges thrown out by invoking immunity protections for federal officials. Trump has just less than a month to make an official decision. Several co-defendants in the case are attempting to have their cases moved to federal court. Trump was indicted for his alleged efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state.
We’re at the Reporters’ Roundtable, talking about the top stories of the week. A Prince George’s County police officer has been suspended after a viral video showed him involved in questionable activity while on duty. The deadly gun violence in DC continues unceasingly. The Giant food store in Ward 8 continues to fight a wave of shoplifting. Bosses want remote workers to return to office. Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffalos beat Texas Christian University. Would you swim in the Anacostia river?
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Micha Green, Managing Editor, The Washington InformerKeith Alexander, The Washington Post
At 80 years old, President Biden is the oldest President in history. California U.S. Senate Democrat Diane Finestein is 90. Republican Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is 81. Vermont Independent Senator Bernie Sanders is also 81. There are 12 members of Congress over the age of 80 including DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton. There’s been a lot of discussion about aging federal lawmakers, including very public incidents for senators McConnell and Finestein questioning whether they should step down. Should there be an age limit for federal office holders.
New season of The View is here, but moderator Whoopi Goldberg is not. As cohost Joy Behar noted at the beginning of the broadcast, Oscar-winning Ghost actress and longstanding leader of The View table missed Tuesday’s season 27 debut due to COVID-19.
Joy said, “We’re back. Thank you, this is the premiere show of our 27th year on the air. I was here for all of it, except for two, when they canned me. When they sacked my behind.” She continued, “As you can see, Whoopi is not here, she has COVID. Yes, it’s back, it’s back, but she’s on the mend, she’s on the tail end, and she’ll probably be back this week. But, sorry she’s not here, for those of you that were looking forward to seeing her.”
The 67-year-old has previously missed episodes of The View because of COVID. In November 2022, she already contracted the virus, missing many episodes as a consequence. She had to cope with a COVID infection in January 2022 before that.
(Washington, DC) — Record-setting temps are definitely possible for some spots across the DMV once again today. Dulles and BWI both set record highs on Monday of 99 degrees and forecasters say we’re in for much of the same today into Thursday. The National Weather Service says some parts of the National Capital Region may tickle the century mark this afternoon with the heat index soaring as high as 105. A Heat Advisory is in effect for much of the region from noon to 8:00 tonight.
Prince George’s County Police are investigating a viral video posted to TikTok. In the video, an on-duty officer is hugging and kissing a woman before entering the backseat of his patrol car with her.
“PGPD Executive Command is aware of a video circulating on social media with one of our officers,” PGPDNEWS Tweeted early Tuesday morning.
“As soon as we became aware earlier today, we opened an investigation to determine the circumstances. Additional information will be released once investigated and confirmed,” they added.
According to FOX5DC the original video has been viewed over two million times. The officer has been identified as Francesco Marlett and the police department has opened an investigation to determine the circumstances.
PGPD Executive Command is aware of a video circulating on social media with one of our officers. As soon as we became aware earlier today, we opened an investigation to determine the circumstances. Additional information will be released once investigated and confirmed.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing TNT Crane & Rigging, one of the big crane providers in North America, for racial discrimination against four Black employees.
In the August 24 lawsuit, the company allegedly fostered a hostile work environment for employees Edwin Crayton, Lorenzo Smith, Freddie Campbell, and Jason Pradia.
The lawsuit claims employees dealt with a field manager and colleagues using racially offensive language, including the N-word, at work. Hate symbols linked to white supremacy, such as nooses and lightning bolt stickers, were openly shown without consequences.
Smith reported in April of 2018, when he was told by a field manager, “N**ger, if you are going to b**ch about it, you can turn that truck around and take your a** home,” regarding a request to obtain an air conditioning unit.
“TNT knowingly permitted a work environment filled with racist comments and imagery. No employee should have to work in an environment openly hostile to their race, and no employee should suffer reprisal for objecting to discriminatory practices,” EEOC attorney Brian Hawthorne said in a recent news release.
Oprah Winfrey is being accused of protecting her Hawaii estate from wildfires. Social media users claim she hired private firefighters to protect her land from the flames.
Many are still outraged by the former talk show host’s public visits to shelters where displaced residents sought refuge after losing their homes.
TikTok video claims Winfrey hired a team before the fires and didn’t help displaced people. Winfrey has lived in Maui part-time for over 15 years. The video targets shady real estate deals targeting displaced residents. One X user claims the deals helped the mogul buy her land cheaply.
Oprah and Dwayne Johnson each put up $5 million to help Maui residents. Critics aren’t happy with the billionaire mogul and millionaire actor asking people for donations. Do you think their asking for donations was wrong?
Tory Lanez, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence, asked a judge to grant him bail while lawyers appeal his conviction.
Lanez attempted to downplay his connection to his home country in his latest attempt to regain his freedom. The Canadian artist insisted he will stay in Los Angeles if he’s released from prison, according to a bail motion obtained by reporter Meghann Cuniff. “Although the Peterson family originally hails from Canada, they do not have strong ties to this location,” his lawyers argued.
“Mr. Peterson does have a close friend who is like family that he helps provide for her child, despite this not being his biological child. Additionally, a couple of Mr. Peterson’s siblings live in Canada but frequent the Los Angeles area to join their family.”
The motion continues, “The converse is not true, as Mr. Peterson does not visit his home country often. When he does, it is for employment and at this time he will visit his friends and family.”
Beyoncé has been named as having the highest-grossing female tour of all time, and now the IRS wants their cut.
According to OK! Magazine, the IRS stands by the initial assessment of the Queen’s tax bill and vows that no errors were made. The IRS wants $805,850 in taxes and $161,170 in penalties for 2018, and $1,442,747 in taxes and $288,549.40 in penalties for 2019.
The IRS will add compounded interest to Beyoncé’s tax bill until it’s paid in full. Beyoncé filed a redetermination petition against the IRS in April. She claimed the IRS made errors by disallowing various deductions, including taxes, depreciation, management fees, utilities, etc.
The singer will not have to pay anything until the final judgment from the federal court is given, as she plans to continue contesting the ruling.
Mrs.Carter isn’t the first to deal with the IRS. Neyo, Lil Kim, Nas, and Wesley Snipes are just a few to be named that have been targets of the IRS.
We all are familiar with foster care. The system for children of all ages who may be orphaned or need to be removed from unsafe homes. What you may not know is that some of the children in need of foster care were not born here. A significant and growing number of children in foster care are immigrants or refugees. We discuss more about who these children are, where they come from and some of the challenges they face.
Nadya Andrusik, Executive Director, Children, Youth and Family Services, Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital AreaToloria White, Social Worker/Foster Parent Recruitment and Home Study Specialist
(Upper Marlboro, MD) – Prince George’s County police say at least 13 people have fallen victim to a familiar tech support scam, which cost the victims approximately 287-thousand dollars. The scam targets individuals with pop-up messages that warn their computer may have a virus or other problem. They are then directed to speak with a bogus tech support agent, who remotely connects with their computer and then convinces the victim to transfer money from their bank accounts into wire transfers, cryptocurrency, or gift cards. The average age of the victims is 69. The Federal Trade Commission says no legitimate tech company will contact out of the blue with messages; anyone who may have been a victim of such a scam is asked to call the police.
The TSA is expecting a high volume of Labor Day flyers and is advising travelers to arrive at airports early. It’s also recommended to check the TSA’s What Can I Bring? tool online.
The TSA believes more than 14 million travelers will be in airports over the holiday weekend with Friday expected to be the busiest day.
Chrissy Teigen, a former model and food author, now juggles being a mother of four. She and her husband, John Legend, added two additional children to their family after raising Luna and Miles before.
In January, Teigen gave birth to her daughter Esti. Then, through a surrogate, the couple welcomed son Wren in June. Teigen recently discussed her surrogacy experience with PEOPLE, revealing why she wants to keep in touch with her surrogate, Alexandra, for the rest of her life.
She said, “I told her at the beginning of this journey, I wanted someone who would be there for birthday parties and throughout life.” She continued, “I wanted to meet her children, and I wanted my children to be friends with her children. And they really genuinely are, which has been a really beautiful thing to see.”
She added, “I wanted her to feel like she could take off her shoes and kick up her feet on our couch. We could watch TV together, and my daughter could play with her daughter up in her room. It felt like she could come over anything, and I really feel like we do still have that relationship. It’s been really wonderful.”
The DMV is home to the third largest number of Black immigrants in the nation. Making for a melting pot of diversity and lots of opportunities for social inclusiveness. But are those relationships fostering among African Americans and our Black brothers and sisters from Africa and the Caribbean? Where are the opportunities to make the connections better?
Krystal Oriadha, Prince George’s County Councilmember, District 7Rev. Jonathan Weaver, (L) President, The Pan African CollectiveAnn Marie Coore, Founder, “My Africa Family Reunion”
Michael Jackson‘s sons Prince and Blanket were seen in Las Vegas on their late father’s 65th birthday, looking unrecognizable.
Prince, 26, and Blanket, 21, were spotted talking to guests at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas after watching a Cirque du Soleil show called Michael Jackson ONE. The show showcases Jackson’s hits with acrobatics, dance, and immersive visuals.
At one point, Prince even received a gift from one of the attendees – a drawing of his father, which he accepted and hugged the woman who gave it to him. Blanket appeared more subdued and kept to himself in the snaps.
Out touring with her band, sister Paris Jackson, 25, wasn’t present. She’s recently had to remind social trolls that although she didn’t post a tribute to her father on social, doesn’t mean she doesn’t love him. She shared, “he actually didn’t like us to remember his birthday because he didn’t want parties.”
Jenae Addison sits with Diane Goldstein from Law Enforcement Action Partnership to discuss The FDA’s plans to introduce final rules on banning methanol.
Addison and Goldstein bring valuable acknowledgment to a topic that affects our community strongly. Watch and learn what the positive and negative consequences of implementing a ban such as this will bring to the table.
“And I think here’s the other issue is they’re specifically only banning menthol, which is the preferred choice of black smokers between 80 to 85% and Hispanic smokers, which I’ve seen at 48%, versus white adult smokers who use menthol, only 30% of white adult users,”says Goldstein.
She continues, “History has shown us how this often ends. I want to try to prevent the death of another Eric Garner, another member of marginalized communities that we’ve already overpoliced in many aspects because the drug war or we’re trying to solve socioeconomic issues through the criminal justice system.”
