A new report by The United Way of the National Capital Area closely examines the issues and the people who continue to struggle.
The judge noted that Thao held back concerned bystanders and prevented an off-duty firefighter from providing medical aid to Floyd.
Tuesday, Howard University named Ben Vinson III a scholar of the African diaspora as the new President. He will succeed Wayne A.I. Frederick starting September 1st. Fredrick is stepping down after 10 years of service to the University.
Vinson will be the 18th president since Howard University was founded in 1867. He told the Washington Post, “There are so many things about Howard right now that really distinguish it as what I would call a fast-moving locomotive train.”
According to The Dig, Vinson is a true academic leader. He comes to the University after serving at Case Western Reserve University as provost and Executive Vice President. He previously taught in Baltimore at John Hopkins University, where he went on to be the founding of the Center Of Africana Studies, then Vice Dean for centers, interdisciplinary studies, and graduate education. He was also the Dean of George Washington University’s Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.
The Board Of Trustees unanimously voted for Vinson. Laurence C. Morse, chair of the board, said, “Both his academic research and the initiatives he’s championed as a higher education leader have demonstrated his commitment to elevating the diversity of experiences of people of the African diaspora – a commitment that aligns well with Howard University’s mission and vision,” says Laurence C. Morse, chair of the board.
Welcome to The Mecca Ben Vinson III
The MET Gala star wore fingerless gloves in honor of Karl Lagerfeld. Since 1995, Anna Wintour has been in charge of managing the Met Gala, a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute.
It coincides with the museum’s Karl Lagerfeld fashion display, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty,” which includes sketches and celebrates the late designer’s life and achievements. Lagerfeld died on February 19, 2019.
Rihanna Went to the Met Gala Dressed As the Ultimate Chanel Bride Arriving fashionably late to the MET Gala, Rihanna maintained her reputation as one who imaginatively reflects the theme.
The 2023 MET Gala’s red carpet closed with Riri, her beau, A$AP Rocky, and her second child, who is presently in the oven. The Bajan musician and cosmetics mogul donned a Chanel-inspired Valentino hooded gown with a long train and camellia blooms.
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Attends Met Gala At this year’s Met Gala on Monday, May 1, WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle were seen walking the red carpet.
The annual black-tie affair at the Metropolitan Museum of Art saw the Phoenix Mercury player wearing beige attire. She also made an appearance at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., over the weekend.
Prioritizing self-care over productivity on Mondays.
Under the program, another two-dollar-an-hour bump will come in July.
The 79-year-old is one of three Senate Democrats to announce plans not to seek re-election next year.
The Smith Center of Healing and the Arts is hosting a Wellness Festival this Saturday May 6th.
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The Smith Center for Healing and the Arts is hosting the Healing U Wellness Festival May 6thfrom 9am to 6pm. There will be healing stations, art activites, celebrations, healthy eating, live performances and more. The event is free and open to the public. For more information go here:
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The BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE WASHINGTON, DC GALA took place at The Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History & Culture in Washington, DC. Hosted by Emmy-nominated producer, and correspondent for THE DAILY SHOW on Comedy Central Roy Wood, Jr., and Featured a live musical concert by the legendary and iconic Diana Ross.
In addition, the best moments of the gala were captured by Candice Adkins featuring interviews with Bevy Smith, Mayor Andre Dickens, Toure’, Mr. Miguel Cardona, Mayor Andre Dickens of Atlanta, Governor Wes Moore of Maryland, and Jawn Murray the Executive Producer of The Sherri Show.
“Gayle King and Diana Ross are both American treasures, and I can’t think of a better way to honor their excellence than by hosting this event at The Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History & Culture,” said Byron Allen, Founder/Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. “I created the Washington, DC Gala to be a spectacular celebration, informative, and a great deal of fun.”
President Frederick speaks with Jordyn Allen, the President of the Howard University Student Association.
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Since its establishment in 1961, the Howard University Student Association has been the voice of our institution’s student body shaping, forming and influencing the direction of our beloved Hilltop. The 2022-2023 academic year has been another landmark year for the University, and today’s guest has played an instrumental role in making it happen skillfully guiding this year’s HUSA administration while also providing a great example for student leaders to come. Today on “The Journey,” President Frederick speaks with Jordyn Allen, the President of the Howard University Student Association.
Air Date: April 30, 2023
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The campaign reportedly paid Block’s firm about 750-thousand dollars.
Meta sunsets Facebook Watch, ending all original programming.
Mina Lefevre, head of development and programming for the group, will leave Meta. She joined the company in 2017 after working as MTV’s head of scripted development.
Meta is cost-cutting by axing 10,000 jobs. The social media giant laid off 11,000 employees last year.
Facebook Watch’s originally started with unscripted and scripted content, they moved into more unscripted later. Unfortunately shows that got the boot to include Jada Pinkett’s “Red Table Talk,” “Steve on Watch,” featuring Steve Harvey. “Big Chicken Shaq,” Cardi B’s “Cardi Tries,” and Taraji P. Henson’s “Peace of Mind with Taraji.”
Mendelson talks about the Chief Robert Contee’s planned retirement
Carolyn Bryant Donham, who was white, accused Till, who was Black, told her husband and his half-brother about the incident.
Jerry Springer, one of the most influential and controversial figures in TV history, has died. He hosted the smash hit syndicated talk show “The Jerry Springer Show” for 27 years. The show was known for its outrageous guests who regularly got into crazy fights as the audience cheered, “Jerry, Jerry, Jerry, Jerry!”.
A family spokesperson says Jerry was battling a “brief illness.” Sources tell TMZ, it was pancreatic cancer that was diagnosed a few months ago. The spokesperson says he died Thursday morning, peacefully at his home in the Chicago area
After more than 4000 shows, the Jerry Springer Show came to an end in 2018. In an interview, Springer noted anyone could do his job as long as they could say these key phrases, “You did what?” ”Come on out!” and “We’ll be right back.”
In 2020, Springer starred as Judge Jerry, which aired for 3 seasons. Most recently, he could be seen performing as the ‘Beetle’ on The Masked Singer.
The SOFEI Group is hosting their empowerment forum Saturday April 29th.
The SOFEI group empowers women to emerge from economic instability thru education, training, and development. They are hosting their InFuseHer Economic Forum Saturday, April 29thfrom 2pm to 4pm at the Accokeek Branch Library in Accokeek Maryland. For more information go here:
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Food Giveaway is scheduled for tomorrow Friday April 28th from 11am – 1pm
The Forestville Rehabilitation Center in Forestville is hosting a Food Giveaway Friday, April 28thform 11am to 1pm at their facility @ 7420 Marlboro Pike in Forestville, MD. For more information go here:
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April is National Sexual Assault and Prevention Awareness Month.
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The DC Coalition to End Sexual Violence (DCCESV)
Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA)
The TSA says the new units make it easier to catch fraudulent documents.
Singer Toni Braxton is opening up to fans about what happened when she suffered a massive heart attack last year. “I was having this pain in my chest,” said Toni during an interview on Today. “I thought it was because I was so sad. I had just lost one of my sisters.”
She admitted that she’d been putting off going to the doctor, but when she finally got there, she found out she could have had a life-threatening heart attack. After the incident, Toni received a coronary stent.
The Grammy award winner reflected saying, “It was really a scary moment. Had I not gotten that test, my life would’ve been different,” Braxton acknowledged. “I look at it like it was a blessing in disguise for me because now, putting off tests? Oh no, I will not put off tests. If all I have to do for my lupus and my kidney health is pee in a cup, I can pee in a cup.”
Katherine Jackson, 92, will testify in her lawsuit against her son’s estate. Jackson’s executors, John Branca, and John McClain, allegedly sought the court’s approval of a contract they negotiated, claiming they “have an opportunity which they believe is to the substantial advantage of the estate and in the best interest of the beneficiaries.”
This opportunity hadn’t been announced; however, the sale of half of Jackson’s song collection for $800 million is suspected. Three months later, the Jackson matriarch opposed the agreement. According to court documents, Michael’s siblings Randy and Rebbie viewed secret agreement details.
Allegedly Katherine’s daughter LaToya Jackson’s ex-fiancée Jefferee Phillips stole over $1 million in property, including handwritten notes, 5 hard drives, 3 silver Mac laptops, two iPods, cassette tapes, and a large black bag with a skull on it. They believe the hard drives could potentially contain unreleased music.
Phillips says,“I have never lied about having the Carolwood Items or otherwise concealed the fact that I kept the Carolwood Items in storage. Jackson’s family members knew I had these items.”
He added, “had the Estate simply asked for the property and not resorted to the premeditated set-up and bullying tactics, I would have called La Toya to inform her that the Estate was requesting the items, and the two of us would have then called her mother. If Ms. Jackson instructed me to give the property back to the Estate, I would have done so.”
This is National Crime Victims Rights Week and we take a look at what happens to victims of crime after the police are gone.
Navarro “Nay” Archie, Victim Witness Coordinator, Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office (photo unavailable)
Crucified is a telling story about a woman’s battle with addiction all while trying to keep her family together.
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The President took a shot at former President Trump, claiming “infrastructure week” under Trump became a punchline.
#HarryBelafonte, singer, actor, and activist, has passed away at 96. According to a spokesperson that spoke with The New York Times, he passed due to congestive heart failure.
A true icon Belafonte was known as the “King of Calypso” with his chart hit “The Banana Boat Song (Day-O).” He won over hearts as an actor in the film “Carmen Jones,” starring him and Dorothy Dandridge.
Although he entertained the world, he loved the people and, throughout his life, continued for their rights as an activist, many times alongside Dr. Martin Luther King.
“Whenever we got into trouble or when tragedy struck, Harry has always come to our aid, his generous heart wide open,” Coretta Scott King later said in her memoir.
Belafonte was a recipient of many awards, like the Kennedy Center Honors, in 1989, in 2000, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and The National Medal Of Arts in 1994.
“What I’ve always been looking for: Where resides the rebel heart?” Belafonte replied. “Without the rebellious heart, without people who understand that there’s no sacrifice we can make that is too great to retrieve that which we’ve lost, we will forever be distracted with possessions and trinkets and title.
After being sentenced to 20 years in prison for child pornography and enticement of minors for sex back in February, R. Kelly has been moved from a Chicago correctional center to a medium-security prison in North Carolina.
According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons spokesperson Benjamin O’Cone, he’s been transferred from the Metropolitan Correctional Center Chicago to the federal correctional institution in Butner, North Carolina to serve his sentence.
Robert Sylvester Kelly, denied the allegations but the rumors of the Grammy award winner have been circulating since the 90’s. Although he’s known for amazing hit songs like ” I Believe I Can Fly”, he’s also known for “Bump And Grind” or the produced hit performed by Aaliyah “Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number.”
Kelly will be eligible to be released from jail when he is in his late seventies. The reason for the transfer isn’t disclosed due to privacy, safety, and security reasons.
CNN has announced the termination of Don Lemon, and Lemon recently reacted to the news with shock.
Lemon said in a statement, “I was informed this morning by my agent that I have been terminated by CNN. I am stunned. After 17 years at CNN, I would have thought that someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly.”
He continued, “At no time was I ever given any indication that I would not be able to continue to do the work I have loved at the network. It is clear that there are some larger issues at play.” He added, “With that said, I want to thank my colleagues and the many teams I have worked with for an incredible run. They are the most talented journalists in the business, and I wish them all the best.”
CNN has issued a statement refuting Lemon’s claim, “Don Lemon’s statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate. He was offered an opportunity to meet with management but instead released a statement on Twitter.”
Tucker Carlson is out at FOX News — a stunning development that comes on the heels of the cable news giant’s massive nine-figure settlement of the Dominion Voting defamation case.” The company agreed to pay $787.5 million to settle the lawsuit.
Fox stated they agreed to part ways without proving any reason. “We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” they added.
This comes after, the Fox News anchor has been employed by the company since 2009 as a journalist and contributor.
Carlson’s last show was Friday, April 21st, where he signed out saying, “We’ll be back on Monday.” At 8 pm ET there won’t be, “Tucker Carlson Tonight”, but instead “FOX News Tonight” which will have a rotating chair of host to fill the slot until further notice.
A spokesperson of Dominion Voting declined to comment in regard to the departure of Tucker Carlson.
Nelly and Ashanti keep the rumors going about their relationship status by performing together in Vegas after being seen at the fight together. The two of them hit the stage at the Sin City pool party and performed ‘Body On Me.’
They were very flirtatious while performing, and Ashanti even backed up on Nelly and continued dancing with him. One person said, “Yesss! If love was meant to be, it’ll find its way back.” Another added, “They back together real bad!”
Rapper Bow Wow has decided to fuel the longtime Nelly and Ashanti romance rumors by encouraging the rapper to marry the R&B singer.
The rapper captured footage of the former couple hanging out and holding hands at the Gervonta Davis-Ryan Garcia fight on Saturday (April 22) at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bow Wow, who spotted the video on Instagram, took to the comments section to give some unsolicited love advice to Nelly, suggesting that the former St. Lunatics leader put a ring on it.
“Yo mo! I know we not seeing eye-to-eye either,” he wrote. “But from little bro to big bro, STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO! You like 50 [laughing face emoji]. Sit your old a-s down [laughing face emojis] this your queen.”
The 12th Annual Loving Me Girls conference is taking place Saturday April 29th
The 12thAnnual Loving Me Girls Conference is Saturday, April 29thfrom 10:30am to 2pm . It’s for girls in grades 8ththru 12th. The free virtual event is designed to equip girls with the tools and resources they need to thrive in school and life.
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We continue our home improvement series with a look at what DIY, Do It Yourself really means.
Only 22-percent of those surveyed said the High Court should ban the drug in all 50 states.
The National Harbor Chapter of Jack and Jill of America is hosting their Healthy Living event this Saturday, April 22nd.
The National Harbor Chapter of Jack and Jill is hosting a Healthy Living Community Day April 22nd. The event is free and open to the public. The event will feature activities including a basketball clinic, double dutch rope clinic, a yoga clinic and more. For more information go here:
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Since the domestic dispute, Creed III actor, Jonathan Majors, has been dropped by his PR firm, talent management, Entertainment 360, and Valentino due to what has been confirmed because of personal behavior issues. In addition, Majors also will not attend the 2023 Met Gala.
Fashion houses agreed not to invite the actor to this year’s Met Gala, according to Deadline. Majors was arrested on March 25 after a domestic dispute with a 30-year-old woman. Majors’ lawyer, Priya Chaudhry, assured fans that the Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania villain would be vindicated following news of the alleged assault.
According to Forbes, he was also “dropped from the upcoming films The Man in My Basement and Otis and Zelma. He even was cut from an ad campaign for the MLB’s Texas Rangers.”
Text messages were released of the victim apologizing to Majors for the arrest. No video evidence suggests Major’s guilt. The actor has remained silent post-arrest.
The Earth Day cleanup is this Saturday, April 22
Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network for their celebrate Earth Day Saturday, April 22ndfrom 9am to 3:00pm at Oxon Cove Park and Oxon Hill Farm to help clean up the shorelines. Wear clothes and gloves you don’t mind getting wet and muddy. For more information go here:
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Is it unsafe just to be Black in America?
Ralph Yarl was shot in the head and the arm after he was at the wrong residence attempting to pick up his siblings.
Ralph Yarl was shot in the head and the arm after he was at the wrong residence attempting to pick up his siblings. He is recovering at home.
According to Sarah Boyd the Clay County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson, Lester’s $200,000 bond prohibit him from having any type of weapon, and cannot have direct or indirect contact with Yarl or his family.
The Yarl families attorney Ben Crump said it was ” nothing short of a miracle” as Ralph was released from the hospital and able to recover at home.
No confirmation as of now if Lester has an attorney. He told police the two did not have any conversation before firing at the young man through the locked glass door.
The state’s attorney general announced on Monday, April 17, that an Ohio grand jury decided not to indict eight Akron police officers in the death of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black man shot numerous times by the police following an attempted traffic stop and a chase last summer.
According to a police video that was made public, police chased Walker after he failed to stop, first in their cars and then on foot. The police claimed they shot Walker because they believed he had fired a weapon from his automobile, and they were afraid he would do so again.
Walker had fired at least one shot at the police from his car but was unarmed when the police pursued him on foot and fatally shot him.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost spoke on the case saying, “He reached for his waistband in what several officers described as a cross-draw motion, planted his foot and turned toward the officers while raising his hand,” Yost claimed. “Only then did the officers fire, believing Mr. Walker was firing again at them.”
Authorities did not discover a gun on Walker, but one in the vehicle.
During an interview with ‘The Sunday Times,’ 85-year-old Morgan Freeman spoke about Black History Month and the term “African American.” He said, “Two things I can say publicly that I do not like. Black History Month is an insult.”
He said, “Two things I can say publicly that I do not like. Black History Month is an insult. You’re going to relegate my history to a month?” He continued, Also, ‘African American’ is an insult.
“I don’t subscribe to that title,” Freeman explained. “Black people have had different titles all the way back to the N-word and I do not know how these things get such a grip, but everyone uses ‘African-American’.”
He added, Most Black people in this part of the world are mongrels. And you say Africa as if it’s a country when it’s a continent, like Europe.”
It was brought to Freeman’s attention that Denzel Washington once said, “I’m very proud to be Black, but Black is not all I am,” Morgan responded: “Yes, exactly. I’m in total agreement. You can’t define me that way.”
The Health, Sex and Beauty Secrets Workshop is April 22nd from 10am – 6pm
The Health, Sex, and Beauty Secrets Free Workshop is April 22ndfrom 10am to 6pm at Bennett Career Institute. For more information, email docdyson@aol.com
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We’re talking about the importance of kidney health and what happens when your kidneys are not healthy.
Four people were killed and injuring 28 others, investigators are still working to find the suspects.
Lil Durk, Amazon Music, Rotation, and Neighborhood Heroes will award $50,000 in scholarships to two exceptional Howard University students from Chicago, according to a press release.
The 30-year-old rapper posted to Instagram, “I’m the voice this the part they don’t show, I appreciate all the kids who struggling to finish school and needed this blessing.”
Recipients must show financial need and stay committed to their college work for the scholarship to attend the number one Historically Black College and University. “I feel it’s my responsibility to reach back to the kids. Especially those that are growing up in my community,” Durk said. “These kids have to be our biggest investment as they’re our future leaders. They are destined for greatness. And I’m encouraging others to join my team’s efforts to help pave their way.”
It’s amazing to see such a kind act like this from Durkio and his contribution to fulfilling the next generation of Chicago natives.
Our DC youth are saving lives using theatre and their 10 minutes skits about using opiod and fentanyl.
Children’s Legacy Theatre partners with students in Wards 7 and 8 to bring much needed information to the community about opioid and fentanyl overdoses. The 10-minute skits are called Breaking Every Chain – The Danger of Using Opioid and Fentanyl. For more information go here:
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With so many nooks and crannies, cleaning your house from top to bottom can be an overwhelming task. Organizing expert Jeffrey Phillip and ‘Good Housekeeping’ Institute Cleaning Lab director Carolyn Forte are here to help.
With so many nooks and crannies, cleaning your house from top to bottom can be an overwhelming task. Organizing expert Jeffrey Phillip and ‘Good Housekeeping’ Institute Cleaning Lab director Carolyn Forte are here to help.
Here are 10 of their expert tips on how to tackle your home’s dirtiest and most forgotten spots. :
1. Stop more dirt from entering your house by using two doormats at the front door; one on the inside and one on the outside.
2. Get rid of gross kitchen sink smells by running slivers of lemon rind and cold water through your garbage disposal.
3. Toss drapes, curtains and throw pillows in the dryer for 15 minutes on the “air-only” cycle to freshen them up.
4. Bring a bowl of water, lemon and vinegar to a boil in your microwave to steam clean any pesky stains.
5. Rub a halved lemon against your cutting board to get rid of food stains and smells.
6. Make stainless steel appliances sparkle by scrubbing them with a mixture of dish detergent and hot water.
7. Organize your cluttered junk drawer with a nonslip liner and repurposed plates and bowls to store odds and ends.
8. Freshen your shower drain by pouring a mixture of baking soda and table salt down it, followed by a cup of heated vinegar.
9. Don’t forget to utilize your extendable duster by tackling ceiling fans, hanging lights, moldings and more.
10. Quickly clean your child’s plastic toys by throwing them in the dishwater for a crystal or quick cycle, sans the heated dry.
Why do so many people handle it so poorly?
Queen Latifah has made history by becoming the first female rapper to have music inducted into the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry. Latifah’s album that was chosen to be inducted was All Hail the Queen.
This groundbreaking album was released on November 28, 1989, under Tommy Boy Records. At just 19 years old, she brought us songs like the classic Ladies First which gave the definition of women’s empowerment.
The Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, said, “The National Recording Registry preserves our history through recorded sound and reflects our nation’s diverse culture.” She continued, “The national library is proud to help ensure these recordings are preserved for generations to come, and we welcome the public’s input on what songs, speeches, podcasts, or recorded sounds we should preserve next. We received more than 1,100 public nominations this year for recordings to add to the registry.”
Madonna’s Like A Virgin and Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas Is You will also be inducted.
Congratulations to the New Jersey native, Queen Latifah!
