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Foy Wins Key Virginia State Senate Race

The district includes parts of Fairfax and Prince William counties.

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(Richmond, VA) — It was a runaway victory in a key Virginia Senate race between two candidates who previously left the General Assembly to pursue higher office. Former delegate and one-time candidate for governor Jennifer Carroll Foy secured more than 60-percent of the vote to defeat former delegate and one-time candidate for lieutenant governor Hala Ayala in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for the District 33 seat. The district includes parts of Fairfax and Prince William counties.

Former Del. Jennifer Carroll Foy, right, talks with supporters during a rally in Hampton, Va., Tuesday, June 1, 2021.

Missing Titanic Sub Has Less Than 40 Hours Of Oxygen Left

While a number of news outlets are reporting the Titanic tourist submarine that went missing over the weekend has 40 hours of oxygen left, at least one expert is saying that’s a very generous estimate.

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While a number of news outlets are reporting the Titanic tourist submarine that went missing over the weekend has 40 hours of oxygen left, at least one expert is saying that’s a very generous estimate. Bobby Chacon, a former team diver with the FBI, says odds are the five people inside the sub don’t have anywhere near that long before their oxygen runs out. “Those calculations are estimates based on normal working conditions,” Chacon says.

“If a person is injured, or they’re stressed, or they’re panicking, their air consumption increases. So those numbers of available hours go down. So if people are injured on that vessel, if they’re panicked on that vessel, they’re going to use more oxygen or more air more quickly.”

The OceanGates sub, which takes tourists underwater to catch a glimpse of the world’s most famous shipwreck, went missing about one hour, 45 minutes after it launched on Sunday morning, authorities say. It had enough oxygen to last 96 hours when it left, officials say.

Bed, Bath & Beyond Under Fire After Cops Called On Black Shoppers

Bed, Bath & Beyond is catching heat after staff at an Ohio store allegedly called the police on Black shoppers who were deemed to have too many high ticket items in their cart.

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Bed, Bath & Beyond is catching heat after staff at an Ohio store allegedly called the police on Black shoppers who were deemed to have too many high ticket items in their cart.
In a video posted on Twitter, a Black couple claim they were racially profiled at the Toledo outlet and accused of shoplifting when employees noticed they had selected expensive products.

“We had no idea the police were there because they were called for us,” Richards tweeted. “I have a Johns Hopkins T-shirt and my boyfriend has on a Michigan College of Pharmacy T-shirt. We literally just wanted to buy some stuff for our new house and THIS is the welcome we get to the area,” he added.

The video was shared by prominent civil rights advocate Ben Crump, who wrote the couple “deserves answers for this humiliating experience.”
Bed, Bath & Beyond gave a statement to Newsweek, “At Bed Bath & Beyond Inc., we take matters of this nature very seriously and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.”
They added, “We are deeply concerned about the reported incident and are actively looking into the matter, as we do with any incidents described that are inconsistent with our policies and procedures.”

Empowering the Black Natural Hair Community

In the vast realm of TikTok, where trends come and go, the black TikTok Creator, @theesudani (they/them), stands out as a trailblazer, advocating for self-acceptance and empowerment within the black natural hair community. With an unwavering commitment to representing and celebrating their 4C hair type, @theesudani has become an immensely influential figure on the platform.

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In the vast realm of TikTok, where trends come and go, the black TikTok Creator, @theesudani (they/them), stands out as a trailblazer, advocating for self-acceptance and empowerment within the black natural hair community. With an unwavering commitment to representing and celebrating their 4C hair type, @theesudani has become an immensely influential figure on the platform.

As a black TikTok creator, @theesudani understands the challenges faced by individuals with 4C hair, which is often marginalized and constantly underrepresented, especially in the influencer hemisphere. Through their fun yet informative content, they break down stereotypes and encourage others to embrace their natural hair texture. From hair care tips and styling tutorials to personal stories and uplifting messages, @theesudani creates a comfortable space for black content creators to explore and celebrate their unique hair journeys.

“Curly hair doesn’t have one look, so let’s stop trying to push standards on people and only being accepting of certain types of curls.” -@theesudani on TikTok

@theesudani’s authenticity shines through their engaging and relatable content, fostering a sense of community and inspiring others to love and appreciate their 4C hair. Their inclusive approach, combined with their charismatic presence, has garnered a dedicated following, making @theesudani a prominent voice in the black natural hair movement.

Beyond TikTok, @theesudani actively advocates for representation in the beauty industry and challenges societal beauty standards. By amplifying the voices of other black creators and supporting initiatives that promote inclusivity, they contribute to a larger movement towards diverse and equitable representation. @theesudani’s dedication to making the black natural hair community comfortable with their 4C hair type is both inspiring and transformative. They serve as a beacon of empowerment and representation, encouraging others to embrace their authentic selves. With their continued efforts, @theesudani is making a lasting impact on the perception of black beauty and paving the way for a more inclusive and accepting future.

Getting The Job After Graduation

We have advice for new graduates who are trying to navigate the ultra competitive employment market.

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Did you just graduate?  Are you now in possession of your high school diploma or college degree?  Congratulations!  Now what?  You want to enter the job market, but how do you do that?  What’s your strategy to get that done?  We have advice for new graduates who are trying to navigate the ultra competitive employment market.

Resources:

DC ReEngagement Center

Employ Prince George’s

Tamara “Tammy”Armour, Co-Founder/Managing Partner, Talent Activated

Martin Copeland, Workforce Development Instructor, Employ Prince George’s

Primary Day In Full Swing Across VA

All 100 seats in the House of Delegates are up for grabs as are the 40 seats in the State Senate.

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(Richmond, VA) — Voters are hitting the polls across Virginia today. It’s primary day for much of the Commonwealth, including a big swath of Northern Virginia. Redistricting has created some interesting scenarios in some areas and mass retirements among General Assembly members have led to some fresh, competitive races. All 100 seats in the House of Delegates are up for grabs as are the 40 seats in the State Senate. Polls are open until 7:00 tonight.

Summer Meals for Kids, Baseball Academy, YMCA

If you’re looking for things to do with the kids this summer, here’s a list of some free activities inside of this week’s WHUR Community’s Choice.

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Caribbean American Heritage Month

Enjoy the culture. Celebrate National Caribbean American Heritage Month. There are activities all month long for the entire family through-out the DMV. www.ncahm.org

Nationals Youth Baseball Academy

Are you looking for something fun for the kids. The Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy offers a free summer baseball league. Equipment, uniforms, and food are provided. www.ybaplay.com

WHUT Summer of Adventure

Summertime is fun time. Join WHUT for a Summer of Adventure Tuesdays at 10:30am at the National Harbor water front plaza stage. There will be a host of activities for the kids. www.whut.org

YMCA  STEAM Activities

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is offering a series of free virtual and in-person STEAM activities for the summer. It’s all part of their Annual Thingamajig Invention Convention. www.ymcadc.org

Summer Meals for Kids

The Capital Area Food Bank’s Summer Meals for Kids Program is underway across the DMV. Check out the locations where kids can get a daily meal for free. www.cafb.org

Impaired Driving

Local authorities are reminding motorists that driving under the influence of any substance remains illegal. That includes marijuana.

WHUR’s Community’s Choice

To get your non-profit on the air and web, email Renee Nash at rnash@whur.com at least three weeks prior to your event.

 

 

The Juneteenth 2023 Celebration

This years Juneteenth celebration takes place this afternoon at 12 noon at the Black Lives Matter Plaza

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Preparing For Retirement

New Perspective Financial Solutions provides services for those looking towards retirement

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Are prepared financially for your retirement?  New Perspective Solutions offers services and counseling that can help.  My guest is the Founder, Tayvon Jackson.

 

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Conversation With Maryland Governor Wes Moore

The governor discusses public safety, education and other Maryland issues.

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We sit down with Maryland Governor Wes Moore.  The state’s first Black governor has hit the ground running during his first six months.  He enjoys a 55 percent approval rating in a Gonzalez poll released this week.  But he’s also facing challenges.  The rising homicide and crime rates in Baltimore and the suburbs around DC.  The NAACP is raising questions about the poor performance of black students in public schools. We’re going to talk about all of those things and more with the governor.

 

MD Governor Unveils ‘Safe Summer Initiative’

He says his approach focuses on supporting law enforcement, building strong communities, keeping guns off the streets and coordinating efforts across all agencies of the government.

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore is outlining what he calls a new approach to public safety, which he says is his administration’s top priority. While unveiling the “Safe Summer Initiative” today in Annapolis, Moore said he inherited a surge in violent crime that carried over from former Governor Larry Hogan’s administration. He said Maryland has fallen behind other states in addressing the problem and he’s committed to preventing crime, not just reacting to it. He says his approach focuses on supporting law enforcement, building strong communities, keeping guns off the streets and coordinating efforts across all agencies of the government.

Mayor Bowser Hosting Town Hall On Police Chief Search

Chief Robert Contee recently retired and took a job as an assistant director at the FBI.

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Today’s the day for residents to speak up about the search for DC’s next police chief. Mayor Bowser is hosting a tele-town hall at 6:00 this evening to give folks a chance to sound off on the effort to find a permanent replacement for Chief Robert Contee.

He recently retired from the MPD and took a job as an assistant director at the FBI. Bowser says she’s looking for a solid leader from a diverse urban police force and someone with a track record of driving down crime, but also wants to hear what you think. Info about how to join the town hall or provide comments online can be found at dc.gov.

PRIDE Month, The LGBTQ+ Community and Education

Explaining PRIDE issues to your children.

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June is PRIDE Month.  It’s time for members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to celebrate and advocate.  But this is also a time of conflict and debate over the impact these issues have on public education. The “Don’t Say Gay” law in Florida prohibits discussion about LGBTQ+ issues for third grade classes and below.  Just yesterday… a popular school superintendent in Riverside County California was fired after the school board banded a social studies textbook that discussed assassinated San Francisco Supervisor and gay rights activist Harvey Milk in 1978.  Tonight we’re talking about this important issue.

Dr. Kerry-Ann Hamilton, Founder/CEO, Storytelling for Good
Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, Executive Director, GLSEN

Dr. Ravi Perry, Political Science Professor, Howard University

Former President Donald Trump Arrested And Indicted

We look at the law, the politics and the historic moment.

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It is a place few would have believed would be possible in America.  A former U.S. President arrested and arraigned on federal criminal charges.  But here we are and in the middle of a presidential campaign.  Donald Trump… pleading not-guilty to 37 counts related to the alleged mishandling of classified documents.  We look at the law, the politics and the historic moment.

Eva McKend, National Politics Reporter, CNN
Raynard Jackson, Republican Strategist, Political Analyst

Attorney William Lightfoot

Trump Pleads Not Guilty To Federal Charges

The indictment against Trump alleges he stored classified information at his Mar-a-Lago residence that included U.S. nuclear programs and defense and weapons capabilities.

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(Miami, FL) — Former President Trump has pleaded not guilty to federal charges related to his handling of classified documents. He appeared at an arraignment hearing at a federal courthouse in Miami Tuesday. Trump became the first former president to be indicted on federal charges last week. He faces 37 counts, including obstruction. The indictment against Trump alleges he stored classified information at his Mar-a-Lago residence that included U.S. nuclear programs and defense and weapons capabilities.

Former President Donald Trump arrives at the Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. U.S. Courthouse, Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in Miami. Trump is making a federal court appearance on dozens of felony charges accusing him of illegally hoarding classified documents and thwarting the Justice Department’s efforts to get the records back.

Trump aide and co-defendant Grant Nauta was also booked and processed, but was not arraigned. Nauta made his initial appearance in court, but will not be arraigned until June 27th. Magistrate Judge Jonathan Good ruled that Trump and Nauta cannot communicate about the case.

Six Convictions In The Makiyah Wilson Murder Trial

Five were convicted of first degree murder. A sixth was convicted of conspiracy.

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Six men have been convicted in the murder of  Makiyah Wilson. They were accused of shooting the ten-year-old girl in front of her own home back in 2018. She was standing near an ice cream truck and got caught in a spray of bullets during a gang attack in Northeast DC.  Four others, including Wilson’s sisters were wounded. Five of the men were convicted of first degree murder.  A sixth man was acquitted of first degree murder but convicted of conspiracy.

The Future of Entrepreneurship

The Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship is hosting a conference from June 14-16th.

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Creating space for innovation and elevation.  An upcoming conference powered the by the Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship is moving to do just that.  The conference is designed to empower the current and next generation of business owners.  My guest is Erin Horne McKinney – National Executive Director of the Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship

Black Commerce, The Future of Entrepreneurship” conference is June 14th– 16that the Renaissance Hotel.  It will feature a resource fair, Black owned businesses, workshops, and a Black designer fashion show.  www,bkacj-commerce.com

Tune in each morning 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 to get the latest on what’s going on around the DMV

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Medical Monday: Summer Skin Care

What you need to know to keep your skin healthy during warm and humid months.

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Magic mirror, on the wall, who is the fairest one of all?  You may be fair or dark or somewhere in-between.  Wait! What? Is that a pimple, a dry spot?  Could it be sunburn?  Yes, it could be!  We all look forward to summer weather, but sometimes we forget about summer skin care.  For tonight’s Medical Monday… we’re telling you what you need to know to keep your skin healthy during the warm and humid months.

Dr. Melanie Maclin, Research and Development Dermatologist

 

Funeral For Florida Woman Killed By Neighbor

Owens’ family attorney is trying to get her charges upgraded from manslaughter to murder.

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(Ocala, FL) — A funeral service is underway for a Florida mother who was allegedly shot and killed by her neighbor. Family members are saying their final goodbyes to 35-year-old Ajike Owens in Ocala, north of Orlando. Deputies say Owens was shot through the door of her neighbor’s apartment earlier this month when she tried to confront her about hitting one of her children. The suspected shooter Susan Lorincz, who is white, claims self defense in the shooting of Owens, who is Black. Owens’ family attorney is trying to get her charges upgraded from manslaughter to murder.

 

WHUT-TV and The National Harbor

“Kids Day on the Plaza” with WHUT-TV and the National Harbor takes place every Tuesday morning

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We are spotlighting a Summer of Adventure with our sister station WHUT-TV. They are partnering with the National Harbor to host free “Kids Day on The Plaza” every Tuesday beginning at 10:30am.  My guest is Keisha Nelson – Director of Community Outreach and Education for WHUT-TV

WHUT and National Harbor are celebrating summer with a host of children and family activities.  Every Tuesday at 10:30am it’s free “Kids Day on the Plaza” beginning at 10:30 a.m.  There will be movies plus interactive story time with dancing and singing. For more information go here:

Tune in each morning 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 to get the latest on what’s going on around the DMV

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The Legendary Highway QCs And “Every Now And Then”

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Legendary Gospel quartet the Highway QCs share the story of their hit song, “Every Now And Then.”  95-year-old Spencer Taylor, Jr. shares the history and legacy of the group, and Lynn “Fuzzy” Taylor and Randy Walker pay tribute to Spencer Bouvier Taylor III (Boo), Spencer’s son who recently passed.

 

The Journey: “Dr. Jevay Grooms and Dr. Michael Ralph – Reimaging Economics”

On today’s episode of “The Journey,” President Frederick talks with Dr. Jevay Grooms, Assistant Professor with the Department of Economics, and Dr. Michael Ralph, Chair and Professor in the Department of Afro-American Studies, about strategies to reimagine how our economies function and who they serve. 

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A complex set of structural barriers have historically perpetuated racial and economic inequality. To properly understand these issues, it is imperative that Howard engage a wide range of expert scholars whose work unapologetically seeks to advance racial equity. On today’s episode of “The Journey,” President Frederick talks with Dr. Jevay Grooms, Assistant Professor with the Department of Economics, and Dr. Michael Ralph, Chair and Professor in the Department of Afro-American Studies, about strategies to reimagine how our economies function and who they serve.

Air Date: October 9, 2022

 

Reporters’ Roundtable

Trump, cemetery shooting, bad air quality and black bear captured.

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We’re at the Reporters’ Roundtable tonight with the top stories of the week.  We’re talking about the bad air quality here and in the northeastern U.S. as a result of the Canadian wildfires. That horrific shooting at Washington National Cemetery. The indictment of former President Donald Trump and the capture of that black bear in Brookland this morning.

Anna-Lysa Gayle, Anchor/Reporter, DC News Now
Dr. Sherice Nelson, Political Analyst

Keith Alexander, DC Crime and Courts Reporter, The Washington Post

DOJ Unseals Trump Indictment, (Link To Document Included)

The DOJ alleges when Trump’s time as president ended, boxes containing classified documents that he was not authorized to keep were transported to his Florida residence.

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The United States vs Donald J. Trump DOJ Indictment

(Washington, DC) — The Department of Justice says former President Trump stored classified information including U.S. nuclear programs and defense and weapons capabilities. The DOJ unsealed the federal indictment of Trump a day after he announced he would become the first former President to face federal charges. Trump and his aide Walt Nauta face over three dozen counts in the indictment. The DOJ alleges when Trump’s time as president ended, boxes containing classified documents that he was not authorized to keep were transported to his Florida residence. The indictment also details two incidents in 2021 when Trump showed classified documents to others at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey.

The indictment also provides pictures of the dozens of boxes the classified documents were allegedly stored in. The DOJ says the boxes were stored in various locations at Mar-a-Lago including a ballroom, a bathroom, a shower, an office space, Trump’s bedroom and a storage room.

Trump Says He’s Been Indicted In Classified Documents Case

Trump said he is due in court Tuesday afternoon in Miami.

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MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House.

The Justice Department did not immediately publicly confirm the indictment.

Trump is currently in Bedminster, New Jersey. A person familiar with the situation who was not authorized to discuss it publicly said Trump’s lawyers were contacted by prosecutors shortly before he announced on his Truth Social platform that he had been indicted.

Trump said he is due in court Tuesday afternoon in Miami.

Getting Men On A Healthy Track

The 2023 Men’s Health Forum is this Saturday June 10.

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We’re helping men get healthy, happy and strong. The 2023 Men’s Health Forum hosted by the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity is this Saturday June 10th from 10am – 3pm at Reid Temple AME Church in Glenn Dale, Md.  My guest this morning is Dr. Torrance Brown – Co-Chair of the forum.

For more information go to: www.pul1906.org for more information.

 

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Welcome Sunni And The City To Your Middays!

“I am so incredibly honored to be your next midday host at WHUR. To start this next chapter of my radio career in such a legendary space is a total dream come true,” said Sunni.

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“Is there a word to describe when GREAT meets GREAT? We spoke with a lot of incredible people, but all roads led back home! Sunni is on the A-LIST of DMV TV, Radio, social life, and social media,” said Al Payne, WHUR’s Director of Programming and Operations.

“Her work to empower WOMEN is unmatched as well. WHUR is changing the DC daily forecast with a guarantee of SUNNI days along with our (Quiet) STORMS at night!”

“I am so incredibly honored to be your next midday host at WHUR. To start this next chapter of my radio career in such a legendary space is a total dream come true,” said Sunni.

TUNE IN EVERY DAY! The Steve Harvey Morning Show at 6 a.m, Sunni and the City at 10 a.m., Frank Ski with Nina Brown at 3p.m., The Daily Drum with Harold Fisher at 7 p.m., and the Original Quiet Storm with John Monds at 7:30 p.m.

Addressing Infertility In The Black Community

The Cade Foundation is hosting a Race for the Family 5K to bring awareness to infertitly.

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On this Wellness Wednesday, we’re putting the spotlight on an event that brings attention to infertility in the Black Community.  My guest is Walter Kirkland, the Organizer of the Cade Foundations Race for the Family 5K.

The Cade Foundation is hosting their Race for the Family 5K Run/Walk Sunday June 11th at the Lake Rio in Gaithersburg.  For more information go to: www.raceforthefamily.com

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1000 Fathers Rally For Peace In Prince George’s County

Councilmember Mel Franklin wants fathers and father figures to stand up for peace in the community.

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Father’s Day is two Sundays away. This Sunday, Prince George’s County At-Large Councilmember Mel Franklin is calling on father’s to speak up and stand up.  He’s hosting the 1000 Fathers Rally For Peace In Prince George’s County.  That event is offering an array of services for the men. Franklin is also asking the men to do something as well.

Resources:

1000 Fathers Rally For Peace

Mel Franklin, Prince George’s County Councilman, (D) At-Large

PGCPS To Announce New School CEO

An official announcement is expected tomorrow by Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.

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Prince George’s County Public Schools has a new CEO. Millard House II, the Superintendent of the Houston (Texas) Independent School district, has been tapped as the new school chief for the second largest school district in Maryland.  House will replace Dr. Monica Goldson who announced her retirement earlier this year after a tumultuous relationship with the Prince George’s County School Board.

Milliard House II, new PGCPS CEO

House official stepped down from his position in Houston on May 26th.  An official announcement is expected tomorrow by Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.

 

Black Florida Mother Of Four Fatally Shot By Neighbor Over Her Children Playing

According to Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods in a news conference Monday, a Florida mother was shot in front of her 9-year-old child by a neighbor. 

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OCALA, Fla.- – According to Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods in a news conference Monday, a Florida mother was shot in front of her 9-year-old child by a neighbor.

Ajike Owens, 35, went to the door of her white female neighbor to address that the woman took her child’s iPad, threw it at him, and cracked the screen.

Police respond to what was labeled as a trespassing call, they found the mother of four suffering from a gunshot wound. She was taken to a nearby hospital where she died.

“I wish our shooter would have called us instead of taking actions into her own hands,” Woods said. “I wish Ms. Owens would have called us in the hopes we could have never gotten to the point at which we are here today.”

Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin Crump made it clear that the white woman yelled racial slurs at Owen’s children in a prior confrontation,  before shooting and killing their mother.

Attorney Anthony D. Thomas, the family’s attorney said, “We need an arrest.” Thomas continues, “Make no mistake about it. We do support our sheriff. But at the same time, we want him to do the job that he promised that he would do, and we want swift justice.”

The Sheriff did mention that since 2021, deputies responded to over half a dozen calls in regards to a feud. Although the shooter has been identified, no arrest has been made yet.

 

Medical Monday: Kidney Health and Warm Weather

Why should some of us should pay more attention to kidney health this time of year?

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We often have discussions about kidney health during our Medical Monday segments. In addition to giving the best health information about overall kidney health, transplants, dialysis and more… we’re starting with some very specific information about why some of us should pay more attention this time of year.

Dr. Keith Melancon, Professor of Surgery, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Science

Police Search For Deadly Hit-And-Run Driver In Lanham

Anyone with a tip about the incident is asked to call PG Crime Solvers.

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(Lanham, MD) — Prince George’s County police are turning to the public for clues in their search for the driver responsible for a deadly hit-and-run. A man was struck and killed around 10:00 last night on Lanham Severn Road near 94th Avenue but the driver kept going and left little evidence behind. Anyone with a tip about the incident is asked to call PG Crime Solvers.

The Party With A Purpose

The Hyattsville Landover Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc are hosting their Sundresses and Cigars Fundraiser this Saturday

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We are kicking off the week with your opportunity to party with a purpose with the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity.  The Hyattsville Landover Alumni Chapter is gearing up for a weekend event they are calling a Sundresses and Cigars Fundraiser.  My guest is Ulysses “Stretch” Garrett – Member of Hyattsville Landover Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

The Hyattsville/Landover Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. will be holding their Annual Summer Fundraiser Saturday, June 10thfrom 3pm to 10pm at Hennessy Creek in Brandywine.  For more information go here:

 

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Bishop Michael A. Strickland Shares Testimony Behind “If My People”

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Pastor of Victory Tabernacle Church Bishop Michael A. Strickland shares his testimony behind his song “If My People” performed by Sherri Jones-Moffett.

THE JOURNEY: “Dr. Andrea Hayes – A Physician Making History at Howard University”

President Frederick talks with Dr. Andrea Hayes, the new chair of the Department of Surgery at Howard University College of Medicine and Howard University Hospital and the first woman to occupy this position.  

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Some of our nation’s most renown and influential physicians have served as the chair of surgery at Howard University’s hospital and College of Medicine.  From Charles R. Drew and LaSalle D. Leffall to Clive Callender and Edward Cornwell, the individuals who have held this position have left behind a strong legacy of medical innovation and social impact.  On today’s episode of “The Journey,” President Frederick talks with Dr. Andrea Hayes, the new chair of the Department of Surgery at Howard University College of Medicine and Howard University Hospital and the first woman to occupy this position.  Her skills and experience as a leading pediatric cancer surgeon are already empowering her to take the Department of Surgery to new levels of excellence.

Air Date: February 13, 2022

Gun Violence Solutions

We need solutions.  We get some in this conversation.

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Friday June 2nd is National Gun Violence Awareness Day.  But do we really need an official day to make us aware of the national epidemic of gun violence?  We see it everyday. It’s on our streets.  It’s reported in the news. It is a kitchen table conversation.  We need solutions.  We get some in this conversation.

Resources:

Peace For DC

Howard University Gun Prevention Task Force

DC Wear Orange Gun Violence Prevention Event

Dr. Roger Mitchell, Co-Chair, The Howard University Gun Violence Prevention Taskforce

Marcus Ellis, Executive Director, Peace For DC

Methodists to Vote On Departure Of 23 Churches

Some member churches have disagreed with the church’s attitude toward same-sex marriage and the ordination of LGBTQ people as clergy.

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(Baltimore, MD) — Members of the Baltimore-Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church are voting today on the pending departure of 23 churches over LGBTQ issues. The conference is made up of more than 600 churches in most of Maryland, Washington DC, and West Virginia’s panhandle. Some member churches have disagreed with the church’s attitude toward same-sex marriage and the ordination of LGBTQ people as clergy. If the dissenting churches are allowed to leave the worldwide church, they may elect to join the Global Methodist Church, which is more conservative. It was formed last year and claims about two-thousand churches.

Building Wealth Through Homeownership

The DC Housing Finance Agency is hosting a homeownership fair this Saturday June 3rd

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June is homeownership month and I have details of how you can obtain that American Dream right here in the District.  A big homeownership fair is taking place this Saturday.  My guest is Wendi Redfern – Senior Vice President of the DC Housing  Finance Agency

In celebration of National Homeownership Month, DC Housing Finance Agency is hosting a Homeownership Fair Saturday, June 3rdfrom 10am to 3pm.  Housing Fair attendees will be eligible for discounted interest rates.  For more information go here:   

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Join Us All Month Long For #WHURBMM Challenge

Join WHUR 96.3 in our 30-day challenge on Instagram! You may see some familiar faces and some new faces too. Come back to see what’s next. 

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We celebrate us all the time, but June is when we get time to celebrate our music, our culture, and us to the max! Especially with this year being our celebration of 50 years of Hip Hop music!!

DID YOU KNOW? It was in 1979 that President Jimmy Carter declared June as Black Music Month.

Join WHUR 96.3 in our 30-day challenge on Instagram! You may see some familiar faces and some new faces too. Come back to see what’s next.

1. Your favorite hip-hop song of all time 

2. It’s not the summer until you hear this song… 

3. A song that you love to hear live

4. Your favorite contemporary gospel song 

5. Your favorite New Jack Swing song

6. A song that’s on the Cookout playlist

7. This song belongs on your Quiet Storm playlist

8. Your favorite love song

9. A cover that is better than the original

10. Your favorite song that tells a story.

11. A gospel song that feels like a secular song

12. Your favorite song from a soundtrack

13. A song from your favorite band.

14. A song you like with a number in the title

15.  A song by an artist whose voice you love

16. Your favorite go-go song

17. A song that makes you happy

18. Your favorite traditional gospel song

19. Your favorite song by a female R&B singer

20.  A song that brightens your mood

21. Your favorite old school song

22. A song you never get tired of hearing

23.  A song that inspires you

24. Your Favorite song with a person’s name in the title

25. Your favorite song by a male R&B singer

26. When the DJ plays this song, it’s a guaranteed party

27. A song that makes you think of WHUR

28. Your favorite song to play while driving

29. An album cut that should have been a single

30. Your favorite song that tells a story

 

Menthol Cigarettes and Black Smokers

We’ll look at the impact of cigarette smoking and menthol-flavored cigarettes in he Black community.

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Are you still smoking?  We all know how dangerous it is for your health. For Black smokers, menthol-flavored cigarettes remain extremely popular, posing an increased danger to those who indulge.  For our Wellness Wednesday conversation, we’ll look at the impact of cigarette smoking and menthol-flavored cigarettes in he Black community.

Resources:

Center for Black Health & Equity

Dr. Carla Williams, Associate Professor of Medicine and Public Health at Howard University, Interim Director of the Howard University Cancer Center

Delmonte Jefferson, Executive Director, The Center for Black Health & Equity

South Carolina Gas Station Owner Accused of Murdering Black Teen

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said there was no evidence the boy ever pointed the weapon at Chow or his son.

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina gas station owner accused of chasing a 14-year-old boy from his store and fatally shooting him in the back will stay behind bars for now after his first court appearance Tuesday on a murder charge in the death.

Rick Chow thought the boy had shoplifted four bottles of water Sunday night from his Xpress Mart Shell station in Columbia, authorities said. But Cyrus Carmack-Belton put the bottles back in the cooler and was off the store’s property and running away when he was killed, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said.

Rick Chow has been charged, Monday, May 29, 2023, with murder in the death of a 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton.

A gun was found near the teen’s body and Chow’s son, who also was involved in the chase, told his father that Carmack-Belton was armed after the youth fell as he ran, according to the sheriff. But Lott said there was no evidence the boy ever pointed the weapon at Chow or his son.

The Xpress Mart convenience store is seen on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, in Columbia, South Carolina. Richland County deputies said the store owner chased a 14-year-old he thought shoplifted, but didn’t steal anything and fatally shot the teen in the back.

Chow, who had a concealed weapons permit, was charged after an autopsy showed the middle school student was shot in the back and deputies spoke to witnesses and reviewed surveillance and other video, Lott said.

Chow was told his bond could not be set until he goes before a circuit court judge at a later date.

Living A Healthy Lifestyle

Roots For Life is hosting free seminars on healthy eating habits

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It’s all about living well and eating well on this Wellness Wednesday.  My guest this morning is hosting free nutrition and lifestyle seminars every month to teach us the tools.  Her organization is called Roots for Life.  My guest is Rhonda Watson – Executive Director of Roots for Life

Roots for Life is hosting free nutrition and lifestyle community seminars the 3rdSaturday of every month  from 11am to 12pm at the SE Library – 403 7thStreet, SE. For more information go here: 

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

Are You Disengaged From Your Job?

What’s behind it and what do you need to do to get back on track?

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Every now and then we all may get into a rut on the job.  We may not being able to focus or connect with our tasks.  What happens when you are finding yourself less engaged with your job for longer periods of time?  What’s behind that and what do you need to do to get back on track?  We have a couple of experts to talk about it and share a few tips.

Dr. Vanessa Weaver, Career Advisor/CEO, Alignment Strategies

Charlene Wheeless, Author/Leadership Coach

DC Boil Water Advisory Extended Until Tomorrow

Neighborhoods in Fort Lincoln, Woodridge and should continue boiling water today before drinking or cooking with it.

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(Washington, DC) — A Boil Water Advisory in parts of D.C. is expected to end tomorrow. It was extended to finish testing after some customers lost water pressure Sunday. Officials say when that happens, it’s possible for bacteria to seep through cracks or joints in the distribution system. There’s no sign of contamination but neighborhoods in Fort Lincoln, Woodridge and Langdon should continue boiling water today before drinking or cooking with it.