Blog

Grand Opening of AuSecours Salon Spa

The owner of AuSecours Salon Spa has been provides free wigs to cancer patients and those suffering hair loss.

Posted by Bobby Gailes
Posted on
A Prince George’s County woman is seeing the fruits of her labor.  For years she provided free wigs to cancer patients, now she’s just days away from opening up her first salon inside a Walmart in Clinton.  My guest is DeJuan Burns – Owner of AuSecours Salon Spa

AuSecours Salon Spa, part of a Walmart Initiative that offers services that are unique to the community, will have a Grand Opening July 24thfrom 12pm to 5pm at the Walmart in Clinton.  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

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube  and Instagram @bobbygailes. 

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

Insuring Your Home and Property from Storm Damage

What you don’t know could cost you a lot of money!

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

The DMV has already been hit hard by summer storms and even tornadoes.  It’s just July and there much more rough weather to come.  What do you do when the storm causes damage to your home or your car?  What you don’t know could cost you a lot of money!

Resources:

After The Storm event with the Maryland Insurance Administration

Guest: Joy Hachette, Associate Commissioner, The Maryland Insurance Administration (not pictured)

Sesame Workshop Promises Bias Training for Sesame Place Staff After Viral Video Incident

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Sesame Place will train employees after a viral video appeared to show racial bias by performers.

Over the weekend, an incident took place at Sesame Place in Philadelphia and was shared on Twitter.

A performer appears to high-five audience members until reaching two black children.

At this point, the performer chooses to wave them off as they pass by.

Sesame Workshop says that they are aware of the incident and have contacted Sesame Place to ensure action is taken.

As a result, they have been told there will be “bias training” and a thorough review of how performers interact with families and guests.

Do you think “bias training” will be enough for an incident like this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMLAfuvt3mk

12 Ways to Make Flying Easier

Posted by HBCU Editors
Posted on
Let’s be real. Air travel isn’t necessarily the best. Especially right now. Experts have shared their tips for making flying easier with HuffPost.com! These tips include:

1) Arrive early

2) Download the airline’s app

3) Book a morning flight if possible

4) Try to attempt nonstop flights

5) Come prepared for delayed flights

6) Be smart about packing carry-ons

7) Prepare any checked bags in case of issues

8) Be wise about how you choose your seat

9) Use credit card benefits

10) Work on negotiation skills in case an issue comes up

11) Look over travel insurance options

12) Wait on flying if it’s not necessary Do you have any tips for making air travel easier? Are you flying anywhere this summer?

Intruder Arrested At Drake’s New Home, Claims Rapper Is His Dad

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Drake’s new Los Angeles home has already had an unwanted visitor when an employee saw a man near a pool house. The cops arrested a man there who claimed the rapper was his dad. Police questioned the 23-year-old who claimed 35-year-old Drake was his dad, and that he was waiting for him to come home. The man was arrested for misdemeanor trespassing. A few months ago Drake purchased the home from “Take That” singer Robbie Williams for $75 million.  Drake was not home at the time of the incident. Have you ever had an intruder break into your home? Share your story.

Beyoncé Joins TikTok, Makes Her Music Catalog Available to Users

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
The pop icon joined TikTok on July 14. In addition to joining the video-making app. Beyoncé’s entire music catalog is now available as background for users’ videos. Seeing y’all release the wiggle made me so happy!, Beyoncé, TikTok, via ‘Variety’. By the morning of her announcement, Queen Bey already had 3.3 million followers on the popular app. Her social media presence is massive, with 268 million followers on Instagram and tens of millions on other platforms. Her first TikTok video was a compilation of users’ videos created with her song, “Break My Soul,” in the background. Thank you so much for all the love for BREAK MY SOUL! – Love B, Beyoncé, TikTok, via ‘Variety’. “Break My Soul” is Beyoncé’s new single. The song is the first single from her upcoming album, ‘Renaissance,’ scheduled to be released on July 29. ‘Renaissance’ is Beyoncé’s seventh studio album. It’s her first album since ‘Lemonade,’ released in 2016. According to ‘Variety,’ the tracks on the album have both a dance and country vibe. It has been reported that ‘Renaissance’ is likely the first “act” of a larger project.

DC Reports 122 Cases Of MonkeyPox

Posted by
Posted on
New information released from the DC Department of Public Health shows that since May the city has reported 122 cases of MonkeyPox.

“Monkeypox is a rare, but potentially serious viral illness that can be transmitted from person to person through direct contact with the infectious rash, scabs, or body fluids,” DC Health says.

Monkeypox appears to spread through sexual activity or very close contact.

Monkeypox symptoms include fever and body aches as well as swollen lymph nodes and a rash, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

DC residents can register for a MonkeyPox vaccine at preventmonkeypox.dc.gov.

 

 

Jay Ellis Is a Married Man

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Congratulations to Jay Ellis, he’s a newlywed.

The Insecure and Top Gun: Maverick star tied the knot with Nina Senicar in Tuscany.

Ellis and Senicar met in 2015 and became engaged four years later.

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Jay Ellis (@jayrellis)

Their wedding comes after Insecure finished it’s HBO Max Series. The final scene of the 5 season long show, actually ended at a wedding. His costar, and the show’s creator, Issa Rae, also married not too long ago.

How many times have you seen Top Gun: Maverick?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3B_8UT-4vE

Candidate’s Corner: Robin Ficker

We also talk to political analyst Reecie Colbert about the other primary races for the Maryland primary.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
Republican candidate for Maryland Governor Robin Ficker joins us for the Candidate’s Corner conversation.  We also talk to political analyst Reecie Colbert about the other primary races for the Maryland primary.

Robin Ficker (R) Candidate for Maryland Governor

Reecie Colbert, Political Analyst, Founder, Black Women Views

African American Museum Hosts Inaugural Block Party

The event is scheduled for August 13th

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture will host its first anniversary with an inaugural block party. The museum says the block party will mark the first anniversary of the Smithsonian’s Anthology of Hip-Hop and Rap. The event is scheduled for August 13th and will be staged outside the museum’s location at 15th and Madison Streets. Tickets to the event are free and will be available on the museum’s website. The block party will feature local and national artists and will highlight the evolution of hip-hop music.

Peter Thomas Calls Phaedra Parks ‘Messy as Hell,’ Admits He ‘Never’ Liked the Attorney

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
In a recent interview Peter Thomas, formerly of Real Housewives of Atlanta said he never liked Phaedra Parks. He said when he first met Apollo, Phaedra’s now ex-husband, he said they were going to fight because of an interview Peter did where he said he never liked Phaedra. He said he never liked her because, she’s the kind of person to throw the rock and hide her hands. This chick is messy as hell. He added, she would throw the rock, hide her hands and then push Porsha Williams to go do her dirty work.  Who is your favorite and least favorite housewife of all the franchises?

Cardi B Reveals Her Hatred For Deadbeat Mothers

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Cardi B was very vocal recently about her hatred for deadbeat mothers and expressed that hatred in a recent interview. Cardi said, “There weren’t a lot of artists out there who had babies at the beginning of their career. I didn’t have an album out when I found out I was pregnant.” She continued, “Everybody was so nervous for my career and future, but I kept telling them, ‘It’s easy. Trust me, I’m going to have a nanny, and she’s going to travel up and down with me. It’s not even going to be a hassle.” She added, “When the baby got here, I couldn’t even think about getting a nanny because I was afraid of anybody being around her besides my family. I’ve never had a nanny for Kulture.” Cardi continued, “Your parents have already lived their life and raised their kids. They are older and don’t have the same energy as someone in their 20s. I’m never far from my kids because that’s my responsibility as a mother.” She added, “There is no excuse, we have to do it. I have compassion for good mothers who get up and hustle and work, or even not work – having kids is work. Raising a kid is work. I have so much hatred for deadbeat mothers and fathers. It’s like, yo, bringing a baby into this world isn’t just like, ‘I’ll figure it out. You have to be ready because you as a parent is all they got and all they want.”   If you could afford a nanny, then would you hire one to help you with raising your kids?

Kanye West Drops Out Of Rolling Loud & Kid Cudi Replaces Him

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Kanye West was set to perform for Rolling Loud in Miami and recently decided to pull out of the festival. Rolling Loud said on IG, “Due to circumstances outside of our control, Ye will no longer be performing at Rolling Loud Miami 2022. Please welcome @kidcudi!” Rolling Loud is going down from July 22nd through the 24th in Miami.

Kid Cudi will be the headliner for July 22nd, and Future and Kendrick Lamar will headline the other two days of the festival.

If you recall, Cudi and West have been at odds after Kanye publicly slammed Kid Cudi for being friends with Pete Davidson who dates Kim Kardashian.

Who out of all the headliners would you want to see the most at Rolling Loud?

The Weeknd’s Teaser For His New HBO Series ‘The Idol’ Has Dropped

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
HBO has dropped the teaser trailer for The Weeknd’s new series called The Idol. The teaser states that this new series comes from the ‘sick and twisted minds’ of Abel and Sam Levinson, from Euphoria. The series is about a pop star getting caught up in a cult that is led by The Weeknd’s character. There is no date on when the series will be released, but it should be coming soon since the teaser trailer has dropped. What other artist would you like to see venture off in the acting world?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRyHnzFn4HM

Chris Brown Allegedly Took $1.1 Million For A Performance He Didn’t Show Up For

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Chris Brown has been sued because he allegedly pocketed $1.1 million for a benefit performance that he didn’t show up for. LeJuan Bailey claims that her company covered his fees, travel arrangements, and a private plane that ended up costing her and her company over $1.1 million. Bailey said, “I acted in good faith and sponsored this concert out of love and respect for residents in need.” She continued, “I am appalled that Chris Brown refuses to refund my money for a show he did not appear to after we announced our show and sold tickets.” She added, “At this point, it is my humble belief that Chris Brown’s actions are parallel to pure theft. He has the unmitigated gall to take my money, stand up the residents of Houston, then return to the city to perform on August 17, 2022. My message to Chris Brown: We will not sit back and allow you to disrespect the victims of Hurricane Ida and Nicholas in need.” Which songs from Chris Brown’s new album are your favorite?

Beyoncé’s Mom Stopped Solange From Playing Sister’s Back-Up Singer In ‘Austin Powers’

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Beyoncé’s mother put a stop to Solange being the backup singer in the movie Austin Powers film Goldmember after hearing the song she was to perform.  Solange Knowles was to sing the lyric, ‘He’s got the Midas touch, but he touched it too much’ but Tina Knowles wasn’t having it.  Solange was only 15-years-old at the time and even though she was already set to play the role another actress had to be cast. Sybil Azur eventually filled in the role, though Solange was given a credit for the film. What is something your mother made you do that you’re still not over?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwB0ZJbwmpw

Black Restaurant Week Kicks-off Today

More than just a week. Black Restaurant Week runs from July 18th thru July 31st.

Posted by
Posted on
Washington, D.C. (Monday, July 18, 202) – Get your taste buds ready.  Black Restaurant Week kicks off today in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland.  It is the 3rd annual campaign and organizers are promising even more participation from restaurants, food trucks, and sweet shops.  Here’s a listing of the participating restaurants.

https://blackrestaurantweeks.com/greater-washington-dc-directory/

 

Posted by Posted on 718 articles

Dating After Making Red Flag Relationship Mistakes

How do you not fall back into the same kind of damaging relationship?

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

How do you know if you’re ready to start dating again after making red flag relationship mistakes?  How do you heal?  How do you not fall back into the same kind of damaging relationship?

Joseph Williams, Therapist and Relationship Expert

Monique Debi, Wellness Coach

Assault Weapons Ban To Be Taken Up By House Panel Next Week

There used to be a federal assault weapons ban, but it expired nearly 20 years ago.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — A ban on certain kinds of assault weapons will be taken up by a House committee next week. The move follows recent mass shootings in places like Buffalo, New York, Uvalde, Texas, and Highland Park, Illinois. The Judiciary Committee is meeting to discuss the bill on Wednesday. New York Democrat Jerry Nadler leads the panel and said the one thing mass shootings have in common “is a high-powered assault weapon.” There used to be a federal assault weapons ban, but it expired nearly 20 years ago.

Exposing Our Youth To Golf

The First Tee program is all about building character through the game of golf .

Posted by Bobby Gailes
Posted on
The First Tee is accepting students for their programs who are interested in the game of Golf.  My guest is Clint Sanchez – the Executive Director of First Tee of Greater Washington DC.

First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. We’re Building Game Changers through our junior golf programs.   For more information go to: www.firstteedc.org  or go here:

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

Candidate’s Corner: Tom Perez

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

The last time Tom Perez worked for the State of Maryland… he was secretary of the what is known as DLLR… the State Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.  Since then he’s been chair of the Democratic National Committee and U.S. Secretary of Labor among other things.  Can he now transition to Maryland’s governor’s office?

House Amendment Giving DC Mayor Power Over City’s National Guard

Governors are typically in command of National Guard troops in their own states, but the President controls the District’s troops.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — Democrats in the U.S. House have adopted an amendment to the defense spending bill that gives the mayor of Washington, DC control over the city’s National Guard troops. Governors are typically in command of National Guard troops in their own states, but the President controls the District’s troops. The issue became prominent following the attack on the U.S. Capitol last year. Leaders of the DC National Guard said former President Trump’s Defense Department took almost three hours before any troops were deployed to help control the violence.

Porsha Williams Replacing Tinsley Mortimer on Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip 3

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Porsha Williams is headed back to Bravo! She will be on season 3 of Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip.

Season 3 will film in Thailand on July 18.

Season 3 cast is: Gizelle Bryant from Potomac Candiace Dillard-Bassett-Potomac Heather Gay and Whitney Rose-Salt Lake City Alexia Nepola and Marysol Patton-Miami Leah McSweeney-New York City.

Season 1 and Season 2 of Ultimate Girls Trip are currently on Peacock.

What do you think of this spin-off series?

Union Station Starbucks To Close Due To Safety Concerns

Posted by HBCU Editors
Posted on
The Starbucks in Union Station is one of 16 Starbucks locations across the country expected to close as a part of an effort to address multiple incidents and enhance employee safety.

Multiple outlets have reported the news which was first confirmed by the Wall Street Journal. 

In an open letter to employees the company said it may change “operations, closing a restroom, or even closing a store permanently, where safety in the third place is no longer possible” to enhance safety and empower employees.

The letter said that employees impacted by closures will have the opportunity to transfer to a differing location.

“We want you to know that creating a safe, welcoming, and kind third place is our top priority. Because simply put, we cannot serve as partners if we don’t first feel safe at work,” the letter said.

2023 Grammy Awards Sets February Date, Returns to Los Angeles

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
The Grammys are back in LA for 2023.

The 2022 Grammys were held in Las Vegas.

The Grammys will be held at the Crypto.com Arena formerly known as the Staples Center.

The date of the Grammys are February 5, 2023. Nominations will be announced on November 15, 2022.

This will be the Academy’s 65th award show and it will air on CBS and Paramount+

Lil Wayne announces Lil WeezyAna Fest 2022

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Lil WeezyAna has been a homecoming festival for Lil Wayne since 2015 in his hometown of New Orleans.

This is the first year back since COVID and has a stacked lineup. Performing at this year’s show is Moneybagg Yo, Coi Leray, Babyface Ray, Rob 49, and of course Lil Wayne.

Weezy has also announced that a portion of every ticket sold will be donated to support “educational initiatives for young people in New Orleans.”

Lil WeezyAna Fest 2022 will happen on Saturday, August 27, and tickets will go on sale on Friday July 15. What concert or festival are you looking forward to most this summer?

If you could put together your dream concert lineup, who would be included?

Lauren London Talks Nipsey Hussle’s Death

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Lauren London says her faith shifted after the death of Nipsey Hussle.  She said in a recent interview, “I remember hearing people say, ‘You don’t really have a relationship [with God] until you question God.’ And I had a lot of questions afterward. Real ones.” She added, “I prayed really hard when I heard he had gotten shot, and then I felt like, ‘Oh my prayer didn’t work? So prayer didn’t work.’ So then I was like, ‘What’s really going on? Why? How?’ I feel like God dropped the ball on me. That’s how I felt. I took it real personal.” She also shared that over time, her thought process changed and she was able to feel better.  Has someone’s death ever changed your thought process?

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom)

Khloe K Having A Baby With Tristan Thompson

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Welp, it looks like Tristan’s cheating ways haven’t stopped Khloe Kardashian from creating more babies with him.  According to E! News, the pair are having a baby via surrogate.

Her reps said, “We can confirm True will have a sibling who was conceived in November.”

They also said, “Khloe is incredibly grateful to the extraordinary surrogate for such a beautiful blessing. We’d like to ask for kindness and privacy so that Khloe can focus on her family.”

Reportedly, this baby was conceived before his latest cheating drama.

Would you want a man who constantly cheated on you to father more of your kids?

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom)

Candidate’s Corner: John King

Former Secretary of Education John King runs for Maryland governor.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

He’s an Ivy Leaguer and he also headed the U.S. Department of Education during the Obama Administration.  Now Democrat John King is taking a run at the governor’s office in Maryland.

 

Storms Ravage DC Region

Thousands of people throughout the D-M-V are woke up without power this morning as a result of the wild weather.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — Severe storms are responsible for widespread damages across the D.C. region. Everything started yesterday evening when many residents experienced wind gusts up to 60 miles-per-hour, hail and intense storms. Several people were forced out of their homes in Olney after multiple trees came crashing down onto a number of houses. Another person was injured in College Park when a tree fell on his home. Thousands of people throughout the DMV are woke up without power this morning as a result of the wild weather.

Meek Mill Leaves Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Management After 10 Years

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
After 10 years, Meek Mill is parting ways with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Management. He has been scrubbed from all of Roc Nation’s artist and social media pages. Things took a turn when Meek hopped on Twitter and aired out Roc Nation and Atlantic Records. Meek did not feel that his last project, Expensive Pain, was supported by either company. He was told at the end of his contract he could not put anything out for 9 months. No word yet on who will manage Meek.

National Park Service Donates $9.7M to HBCUs

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
The National Park Service is giving a huge gift to HBCUs to the tune of $9.7 million in nine states.  Their donation will go to help preserve historic buildings at 19 institutions.  This isn’t anything new, the program has been going on since the 1990s and has already awarded more than $87 million in grants to over 85 HBCUs.  Accredited HBCUs are eligible for the program that will help the institutions with architectural plans, conduct historic structure plans, and help nominate a location for the National Register of Historic Places.   What is your favorite HBCU? Did you graduate from an HBCU?

Ye and Dre Get Their First Emmy Nod

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Congratulations to Ye and Dr. Dre on landing their first Emmy nomination.

Tuesday morning it was announced that Dr. Dre was nominated for his Super Bowl performance along with Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, and Eminem.  The documentary on the life of Kanye West, Jeen-Yuhs, was nominated for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction series.

Find out if the hip-hop heavyweights will get their first when the Emmys air on ABC on September 12.

Who has the better chance of winning, Ye or Dr. Dre?

Posted by WHUR Contributor Posted on 1449 articles

LeBron James Shades Government For Failing To Get Brittney Griner Released

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Lakers star LeBron James has taken aim at the Biden Administration, complaining it hasn’t done enough to get detained WNBA player Brittney Griner released from a Russian prison. James’ comments are part of a trailer for his new show, The Shop: Uninterrupted. In it, the NBA superstar says, “Now, how can she feel like America has her back? I would be feeling like, ‘Do I even want to go back to America?’” The 31-year-old Griner, who plays for the Phoenix Mercury, was arrested in February after she was caught with THC vape cartridges in a Moscow airport. If Griner broke a law in Russia, is it even appropriate for the government to intervene?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyr3QgZn5Bc

Key Nominations For 74th Emmy Awards

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
The highest honors in television, the Emmy Awards, had their nominations announced on Tuesday. On September 12, a televised ceremony in Los Angeles will present the awards. Key nominations include BEST DRAMA SERIES: “Better Call Saul” “Euphoria” “Ozark” “Severance” “Squid Game” “Stranger Things” “Succession” and “Yellowjackets”

BEST COMEDY SERIES: “Abbott Elementary” “Barry” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” “Hacks” “Ted Lasso” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “Only Murders In The Building”, and “What We Do In The Shadows”

BEST LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGY SERIES: “Dopesick” “The Dropout” “Inventing Anna” “Pam & Tommy” and “The White Lotus”

BEST COMEDY ACTOR: Donald Glover, “Atlanta” Bill Hader, “Barry” Nicholas Hoult, “The Great” Steve Martin, “Only Murders in the Building” Martin Short, “Only Murders in the Building” and Jason Sudeikis, “Ted Lasso”

BEST COMEDY ACTRESS: Rachel Brosnahan, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” Quinta Brunson, “Abbott Elementary” Kaley Cuoco, “The Flight Attendant” Elle Fanning, “The Great” Issa Rae, “Insecure” and Jean Smart, “Hacks”

BEST DRAMA ACTOR: Jason Bateman, “Ozark” Brian Cox, “Succession” Lee Jung-jae, “Squid Game” Bob Odenkirk, “Better Call Saul” Adam Scott, “Severance” and Jeremy Strong “Succession”

BEST DRAMA ACTRESS: Jodie Comer, “Killing Eve” Laura Linney, “Ozark” Melanie Lynskey, “Yellowjackets” Sandra Oh, “Killing Eve” Reese Witherspoon, “The Morning Show” and Zendaya, “Euphoria” Who are you rooting for at this year’s Emmys? What is the best show on television right now?

Help For Pregnant Women

Carried To Full Term helps pregnant women and their children get back on their feet.

Posted by Bobby Gailes
Posted on
This  morning we are spotlighting a great non-profit program helping to end homelessness among pregnant women.  It’s called Carried to Full Term.  My guest is Ashley Cuppett – Spokesperson for Carried to Full Term

For support and information go here:

 

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

Maryland Community Leaders Addressed Crisis in The Black Community

Addressing issues important to Maryland’s African American community.

Posted by Andrea Muñoz
Posted on
We have been bringing you important information about the state of Maryland by having conversations with candidates for governor of Maryland.  Tonight, we continue our focus on the state, specifically focusing on issues pertinent to the African American community in Maryland.

AUDIO:

Guest

Robert Johnson – Executive Director, My Brother’s Keeper Prince George’s County                                                         Member of the Caucus of African American Leaders

Darius Stanton – President, Black Caucus Foundation

Retired and Homeless: Why does that happen?

Posted by Andrea Muñoz
Posted on
We often think of our elderly loved ones living a happy, peaceful life in retirement.  Far too often, that is not the case.  According to recent statistics, the rate of homelessness among the elderly is rising. Tonight, we address why that is happening and the resources available to elderly citizens who find themselves homeless.

AUDIO:

Guest:

Aisha Williams – Senior Director for Economic Security, National Council on Aging

Colin Spady –  Director of Development and Partnerships,  National Council on Aging

Website: www.ncoa.org

Candidate’s Corner: Md. Comptroller Peter Franchot

Democrat Peter Franchot is running for Maryland Governor.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

Peter Franchot has been a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, state comptroller and now he wants to governor.
We have questions for him about his candidacy and what sets him apart from the packed field of Democratic hopefuls.

 

LeBron: Griner Should Question Whether She Wants To Come Home

LeBron says “How can she feel like America has her back?”

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Undated) — LeBron James believes Brittney Griner should question if she ever wants to return to the U.S. In a promo for his HBO show The Shop, LeBron says “How can she feel like America has her back?” He then added, “I would be feeling, ‘do I even want to go back to America?'” The Phoenix Mercury star has been held in Moscow since February as she’s accused of smuggling drugs into the country. Griner says she’s “terrified” she may be held in Russian custody “forever.” She made those comments in a letter sent to the White House in which she pleaded for her freedom. The White House says President Biden is committed to bringing home all Americans who are imprisoned overseas.

Area Restaurants Prepare for Protests After Activists Offer Cash for Sightings of Supreme Court Justices

Shut Down DC organized last week’s protests and is paying workers to alert them if they spot any of the Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe versus Wade.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — Local restaurants are bracing for protests now that activists — upset over the Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe versus Wade — are offering cash rewards for sightings of justices. Politico reports Morton’s the Steakhouse is alerting managers across the country to prepare for protests. This comes after Justice Brett Kavanaugh was the target of a group of demonstrators in Washington while dining and had to leave through a back door. The group called Shut Down DC organized last week’s protests and is paying workers to alert them if they spot any of the Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe vs. Wade.

These Name-Brand Fashion And Accessories Amazon Prime Deals Can’t Be Missed Today

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
July 12 and 13th is Amazon Prime Day and there are a lot of name-brand fashion and accessories on sale just in time for back-to-school shopping or a wardrobe update.

Kate Spade Saffiano leather satchel – $127.80

Ray-Ban Erika Sunglasses – $155.00

Michael Kors Parker Watch – $161.09

Adidas Grand Court Sneakers – $55.65

Levi’s Trucker Jacket – $53.78

Alo Yoga High Waist Vapor Legging – $90.61

Swaroski Tennis Bracelet – $92.65

Steve Madden Kenley Sandals – $64.95

Levi’s 311 Shaping Jeans – $59.50

Calvin Klein invisible seamless bralette – $31.01

What awesome Amazon deal did you bag?

Taye Diggs Spills Tea on Apryl Jones Relationship:

Posted by
Posted on
Taye Diggs is spilling the beans on him and Apryl Jones.

“We’re cool. We’re enjoying ourselves as I said before,” Taye Diggs said. “We’re having a lot of fun these are crazy times so we’re just trying to have as much fun as we can and that kind of helps us out. We’re always looking for opportunities to laugh at ourselves.”

His comments came during an interview with Fox News’ local channel.

Diggs refused to say if there is any commitment between the two.

He said the pair is in New York with Apryl’s children to see some shows. Jones has previously been in the spotlight because she shares children with singer, Omarion.

Posted by Posted on 160 articles

Kanye West Unfollows Nicki Minaj On Instagram Following ‘Clown’ Comments

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Kanye West appears to have unfollowed Nicki Minaj on Instagram after she made a dig at her former collaborator during a performance at the Essence Festival earlier this month.

While on stage, Nicki’s DJ played “Monster,” which features Kanye, and before his verse could start, Nicki cut the song and said, “A monster though! But we don’t f__k with clowns.”

While it is unclear why Nicki is mad at Kanye, her comments came after Cardi B released her single, “Hot Sh_t” featuring Kanye and Lil Durk.

Do you unfollow people when you’re mad at them?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWoqzoitXVE

Prime Day Deals Under $25 for Your Kitchen and Home

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
Prime Day is officially here and there are some great deals on kitchen and home stuff on Amazon. And they’re all for $25 and under! If you’re looking for cookware, there are big deals on brands like Lodge, KitchenAid, and Stasher. You can also find sales for everything from bottle stoppers and coffee grinders to egg cookers and rolling carts! And, don’t worry. Prime Day is actually a two-day event, so you have plenty of time to do some shopping. Are you getting anything off of Amazon for Prime Day? What do you think is your best purchase ever from Amazon?

Ne-Yo Shares Why He Didn’t Sign Lucky Daye

Posted by
Posted on
Many many moons ago, before Lucky Daye was even going by his stage name — Ne-Yo was trying to sign him.

“He was much younger, ya’know what I’m saying,” Ne-Yo recalled. “Things are good, I’m really digging his voice and his energy.”

Ne-Yo said he was going out of town and he let Lucky Daye stay at his house. “At this point I got a big beautiful house, I’m like ‘Bruh. You got full reign of the crib. Wherever you want to go- whatever you want to do. Just don’t go in my room.'”

Ne-Yo told the FAQ Podcast hosts that when he returned to his home he couldn’t find Daye, and “sure enough” he was asleep in the master bedroom with a girl.

“He didn’t have no excuse, what could he say? I gave you one rule. One. Told you one place you couldn’t go,” Ne-Yo shared, saying he was definitely upset at the time.

“Not only are you in my room, you in my bed. In my bed with somebody,” Ne-Yo said. “That was kind of the end of that situation.”

Lucky Daye is currently signed to Keep Cool Records And RCA. His hit song Roll Some Mo peaked on Billboard at number 8 and remained on charts for 26 weeks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e_5jL_oonE

Lucky Daye Wrote The Jamie Foxx Verse On “She Got Her Own”

Posted by WHUR Contributor
Posted on
You learn something new every day. Did you know Lucky Daye wrote Jamie Foxx’s verse on the song “She Got Her Own.”

The song was a hit remix to Ne-Yo’s “Miss Independent.” After releasing in 2008, it peaked on Billboard at Number 2 and remained on charts for 39 weeks.

Ne-Yo actually revealed this secret in a FAQ podcast interview.

This was a while back, when Lucky Daye was still going by his government name, David Brown.

 

 

Jazz In Prince George’s County

The Lake Arbor Jazz Festival kicks off Wednesday July 13th and runs through Sunday July 17th

Posted by Bobby Gailes
Posted on
Get ready for a weekend of good music and fun right in the heart of Prince George’s County.    The Lake Arbor Jazz Festivalis coming up July 13ththru July 17th .   My guest is Kevin Alexander – President and Executive Producer of the Lake Arbor Jazz Festival

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival is July 13th– 17thin Mitchellville in central Prince George’s County and features a full weekend of great contemporary jazz and R&B music. 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

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube  and Instagram @bobbygailes. 

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

 

Medical Monday: Menopause

What is menopause and what can women do to ease the natural process?

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on

It’s been called “The Change” or “you’re own personal summer”.  Despite the nicknames, menopause is something most women of a certain age find unpleasant.  Sometimes the symptoms are mild, but for some they are intolerable.  During our Medical Monday conversation, we’re asking what is menopause and what can women do to ease the natural process?

Resources:

My Alloy

North American Menopause Society

Dr. Sharon Malone, MD, OB-GYN, Chief Medical Officer, ALLOY,

 

 

January 6 Committee To Focus On Trump’s Tweet “Be Wild!”

Tuesday’s hearing will aim to make the case that Trump gave the signal to hundreds of supporters who stormed the Capitol.

Posted by Harold Fisher
Posted on
(Washington, DC) — The House committee investigating the January 6th Capitol riot will focus this week on former President Donald Trump’s tweet urging supporters to come to Washington on January 6th. Tuesday’s hearing will aim to make the case that Trump gave the signal to hundreds of supporters who stormed the Capitol. Britain’s The Guardian reports sources say the committee will home in on a tweet Trump posted on December 19th, 2020 when he wrote, “Big protest in DC on January 6th. Be there, will be wild!” A mob broke into the Capitol, sending members of Congress to scramble to safety as they met to certify President Biden’s electoral college victory.