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.
Check out the interview and be sure to support during the next run of the show!
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!
Interior design experts share their home beautification tips.
Both Pearson and fellow Democratic Representative Justin Jones were expelled last week following gun protests at the capitol.
He’s a member of the intelligence wing of the Massachusetts Air National Guard.
Mo’Nique is fearless when it comes to her coins. She is now suing Paramount Pictures and CBS TV Studios after previously suing Netflix.
According to Deadline, Mo’Nique accuses the defendants of not sharing “The Parkers” sitcom revenue with performers. “Today we filed a lawsuit to make sure that we are fairly paid [the] money that we are owed for The Parkers,” wrote Mo’Nique on Instagram.
“Actors rely on the good faith of Hollywood companies to honor their profit participation agreements. The Parkers was a huge success and continues to be a source of revenue through syndication and streaming channels.” Mo’Nique continued saying,“The executive producers of The Parkers took legal action for the same concerns that I have, and they’ve already settled.”
She added, “To further make my point, the Executive Producers of ‘The Parkers’ took legal action for the same concerns that I have, and they’ve already settled. Unfortunately, all too often, talent gets kept in the dark. We’re looking forward to shedding some light on the subject! I LOVE US 4REAL!!”
Her comedy special Mo’Nique: My Name Is Mo’Nique is available on Netflix.
R&B singer, Monica, doesn’t tolerate nonsense during performances. She paused her set to address the fight in the crowd.
During the “R&B Experience” tour stop in D.C., Monica was singing a love ballad when a fight broke out. The born-and-raised College Park, Georgia star stopped singing to find out why the two women were fighting.
“Wait a minute! I’m singing a love song,” Monica said to the women. “I ain’t singing ‘Knuck If You Buck’ baby, calm that s__t down. Somebody take her and get a drink on me! Calm down. They f____d you up, baby? Me too, join the club. Take it on out of here.”
The video is seen circulating on social media with fans in disbelief of this taking place at an R&B concert.
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Knuck If You Buck, refers to the infamous 2004 hit crunk song performed by the group Crime Mob.
Security escorted both parties out of the concert, and Monica performed “So Gone,” dedicating it to one of the women that interrupted her show.
Jamie Foxx is recovering after suffering an undisclosed “medical complication” Tuesday.
Jamie Foxx is recovering after suffering an undisclosed “medical complication” Tuesday.
The star’s daughter Corinne Foxx posted the news on social media Wednesday night writing, “We wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday.” She did not discuss the nature of the condition but she said he received “great care” after quick action was taken and that, “he is already on his way to recovery.”
Recently, Foxx was seen photographed with actress Cameron Diaz on the set of their upcoming movie Back In Action. Diaz who signed off and retired from acting was encouraged to come back and join Foxx back on the screen since their co-starring roles in the hit movie Annie. “We just begged and pleased on my knees, like, ‘Just give the people one more again,'” he said.
As for the news on Jamie Foxx, Corinne mentions, “We know how beloved he is and appreciates your prayers. The family asks for privacy at this time.”
UPDATE (April 17th)
Jamie Foxx is steadily improving. The actor suffered a health emergency last week and although details have not been disclosed, People magazine says the issue was severe enough for the set of his current movie, “Back in Action” to be shut down Wednesday.
Filming resumed on Thursday, using a stand-in for the actor. People also revealed that extras were informed that a scene to be filmed on Sunday would be canceled because of “changes in production.”
There is currently much uncertainty regarding the production of “Back in Action,” which stars Cameron Diaz, who was persuaded out of her semi-retirement by Foxx.
UPDATE (April 25th )
Nick Cannon says Jamie Foxx is awake and alert. In a new interview, Cannon gave a health update on Foxx, who is recovering from a medical complication.
The TV host did not offer any details about the ailment but said, “Man, I’m praying. I literally have been saying prayers out loud. Words of affirmation for my big brother. I know he’s doing so much better, because I’m actually about to do something special for him and doing him a favor. I can’t really say what it is, but it’ll be out there soon.”
Cannon added, “He’s awake. They say he’s alert, so we love it. That’s family right there.”
There are some great activities and events taking place during DC Emancipation Day this Saturday April 15th.
Phone Guest: LaToya Foster – Director of the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment
DC Emancipation Day 2023 is Saturday, April 15thfrom 2pm to 8:30pm at Freedom Plaza. For more information go here:
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During our Wellness Wednesday discussion, we’re going to try to lift the veil on this mysterious health issue.
The train operator did admit to using the autopilot feature even though it’s not yet authorized, but said he did it out of curiosity.
Most have heard laughter is good for the soul. Noticing people that laugh can appear more youthful. Even the bible mentions the benefits of laughter.
Based on findings from mayoclinic.com laughing isn’t the cure for health issues, but it does relieve stress. Laughter has both short and long-term benefits.
Some of the benefits consist of
Here are some quotes to help remember it’s always good to have a laugh:
“Laughter heals all wounds, and that’s one thing that everybody shares. No matter what you’re going through, it makes you forget about your problems. I think the world should keep laughing.” -Kevin Hart
“A good laugh recharges your battery.” Anonymous
“Cosby Show” alum Keshia Knight Pulliam has announced the birth of her rainbow baby boy. She and her husband, Brad James, welcomed their first child together and second for Keshia with an announcement on Instagram, which also happened to be her 44th birthday.
She shared a video of the couple in the hospital with the caption, “With this little one we are complete… Happy Birthday to me!!! What an eventful birthday week…”
Not meaning to keep it a secret, she said, “Not that I’ve been trying to hide it. But when you’ve had a miscarriage, when you’ve gone through his journey, you want to just enjoy this moment and want to make sure that everything is okay. So, we haven’t been hiding it. I’ve been walking, and doing and living life. But in terms of making an announcement, we just haven’t done that.”
Keshia is best known for her memorable role as Rudy Huxtable on “The Cosby Show.”
The 2nd Annual State of Justice Symposium is tomorrow April 13th at Bowie State University.
The 2ndAnnual State of Justice Symposium hosted by Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy in partnership with Bowie State University will be Thursday, April 13that 6pm at Bowie State University Student Center. Doors open at 5pm. For more information go here:
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We find ourselves talking about deadly gun violence in DC… AGAIN!
The surviving victims suffered non-life threatening injuries.
It’s just been announced that Stacey Abrams will be joining Howard University’s faculty after being appointed as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, which will be housed in the Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center.
It’s just been announced that Stacey Abrams will be joining Howard University’s faculty after being appointed as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, which will be housed in the Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center.
In this role, she will be leading – with the help of other faculty – research on political issues impacting Black Americans, as well as lead the Ronald W. Walters Speakers Series in which guests from all different perspectives are invited to speak on and converse about a range of different topics and issues.
As stated by Howard, she will lecture and hold symposiums while working across multiple academic departments as well, but won’t be working as a traditional full-time faculty member, and will reside in Georgia.
Ronald Walters, who passed in 2010, was a professor at Howard for 25 years as well as a leader and activist on issues regarding politics and race. The endowed chair was first announced a decade after his death in 2020 following a donation made by his wife, Patricia Turner Walters, of their personal collection of African American art equating to $2.5 million, and was created to carry on his legacy in Black politics.
“We are at an inflection point for American and international democracy, and I look forward to engaging Howard University’s extraordinary students in a conversation about where they can influence, shape and direct the critical public policy decisions we face.” says Abrams on her appointment. “Through this post, I hope to emulate Dr. Walter’s diasporic lens on our world and be a part of how Howard University continues to contribute to the broader political discourse.”
This serves as the next step for her after an extensive political career so far; in 2018, Abrams made history as the first African American woman to win a major party nomination for governor in the U.S. as the Democratic nominee in Georgia. She ran a second time later on in 2022, despite losing to Republican Brian Kemp.
“She continues to be an influential figure in the Democratic Party and a role model for young women and people of color who aspire to enter the policy arena.” said Howard University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Anthony K. Wutoh, PhD. “We are incredibly grateful to Ms. Abrams for her commitment to investing in the future of Howard students as the Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair and we are pleased to welcome her to Howard University.”
Abrams will begin her multi-year appointment starting in the fall, in September.
Bob Lee, a former technology executive who helped in the launch of CashApp and chief product officer of the cryptocurrency platform MobileCoin, was killed from a stabbing attack in downtown San Francisco early Tuesday morning, as confirmed by police and his employer, MobileCoin.
Bob Lee, a former technology executive who helped in the launch of CashApp and chief product officer of the cryptocurrency platform MobileCoin, was killed from a stabbing attack in downtown San Francisco early Tuesday morning, as confirmed by police and his employer, MobileCoin.
In a press release from the San Francisco Police Department, officers responded to the report of a stabbing on Main Street at 2:35 a.m. and found a 43-year-old man suffering from life-threatening stabbing wounds, later to be confirmed as Bob Lee. After being brought to the hospital, he later succumbed to his injuries despite efforts by first responders and medical personnel.
London Breed, mayor of San Francisco, reacted to the news by calling it “a horrible tragedy”, and says more details will be shared soon as the police are still investigating Lee’s death, with no arrests made currently.
San Francisco has been experiencing an apparent rise in crime post-pandemic, and the fatal attack of Lee has raised concern of safety for many residents in the neighborhood of the stabbing.
However, Kimberly Richman, a professor of criminal justice and legal studies at the University of San Francisco, says that the homicidal rate in San Francisco has actually remained low, and appears to be more alarming than it is due to the increase of cases by a few each year. She also attributes this rise in discourse to the fact that Lee was white and high-profile in status.
“A high-profile murder like Bob Lee, who was a white, wealthy, upper-class public figure in a neighborhood you don’t associate with crimes rates, it’s going to seem like it’s here too and out of control,” says Richman. “We know there’s a lot more attention paid to violent crimes and murder in which there was a white victim, and so these cases really grab the public’s attention.”
Howard University is hosting it’s Educators Job Fair tomorrow at the Blackburn Center
Dr. Dawn Williams – Dean of Howard University School of Education
Howard University School of Education is hosting its annual in-person Educator Job Fair Wednesday, April 12thfrom 12pm in the Howard University Blackburn Center. For more information go here:
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After 26 years after the premiering of the 1997 Rodger and Hammerstein’s ”Cinderella” starring prominent celebrities such as Whitney Houston as the “Fairy Godmother” and Whoopi Goldberg as “Queen Constantina”, actress and singer Brandy reprises her iconic role as Cinderella in Disney’s upcoming Descendants spin-off, “Descendants: Rise of Red”.
After 26 years after the premiering of the 1997 Rodger and Hammerstein’s ”Cinderella” starring prominent celebrities such as Whitney Houston as the “Fairy Godmother” and Whoopi Goldberg as “Queen Constantina”, actress and singer Brandy reprises her iconic role as Cinderella in Disney’s upcoming Descendants spin-off, “Descendants: Rise of Red”.
Accompanying her once again is Paolo Montalban, who will also be reprising the role of Prince Charming, playing both the King and Queen in the Descendants universe, as shown in footage from the film’s official first look.
The original 1997 film was applauded for its innovative multicultural casting for the time and won an Emmy for Outstanding Art Direction for a Variety or Music Program.
Brandy credits the film’s producers for her casting, including Whitney Houston, Debra Martin Chase, Craig Zadan, and Neil Meron, in which she said the following: “I feel like it opened doors… It’s because of them that I was able to be that person to help open the doors for so many other young artists that want to do things that they probably think are impossible.”
The Descendants franchise focuses on the lives of the children of Disney’s most legendary princesses, princes, and villains. The spin-off “Descendants: Rise of Red” is centered on the journey of Red, the daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, the daughter of Cinderella and Prince Charming, as they travel back in time in order to save their home, the kingdom of Auradon.
In Brandy’s words, the release of the film feels like “divine timing”. She also adds, “This was like a dream come true so I’m just so glad that this new generation has this beautiful piece to enjoy.”
As of today, Disney+ has yet to announce the film’s release date, but it is speculated to be released either later on in the year or in early 2024.
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