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Mary J Blige Presented Icon Award At Billboard 2022

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Singer and actress, Mary J Blige, was honored at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday.

The icon award was presented to Blige by another icon in her own right, Janet Jackson. While presenting Jackson credited Blige with a “multi-decade” career full of hits.

“What an icon means to is overcoming obstacles to accomplish the unthinkable and be widely admired for having influence over a multitude of people. And that is what I’ve always represented,” Blige said while accepting her award.

Blige spoke about the long journey of experiences and pain that she was able to channel into her music. Blige told the audience that we are “not alone in our struggles.”

“For so long I was searching for a real love, but I finally found my real love — and that real love is me,” she said.

She also showed love to Diddy, who hosted this year’s award show, and credited him as one of her “biggest inspirations.”

According to Billboard, previous Icon Award winners were Neil Diamond, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Jennifer Lopez, Celine Dion, Cher, Mariah Carey, Garth Brooks, P!NK and Jackson.

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Billboard Music Awards 2022 Winners

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The 2022 Billboard Music Awards was a star-studded event that took place on Sunday. The awards presentation was hosted by Diddy and WHUR has compiled a list of winners in the categories that you care about. Doja Cat walked away with multiple awards and you will not believe who won Best Gospel Artist.

Top Artist
WINNER: Drake
Doja Cat
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

Top New Artist
WINNER: Olivia Rodrigo
Givēon
Masked Wolf
Pooh Shiesty
The Kid LAROI

Top Male Artist
WINNER: Drake
Ed Sheeran
Justin Bieber
Lil Nas X
The Weeknd

Top Female Artist
WINNER: Olivia Rodrigo
Adele
Doja Cat
Dua Lipa
Taylor Swift

Top Duo/Group
WINNER: BTS
Glass Animals
Imagine Dragons
Migos
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak)

Top Billboard 200 Artist
WINNER: Taylor Swift
Adele
Drake
Juice WRLD
Morgan Wallen

Top Hot 100 Artist
WINNER: Olivia Rodrigo
Doja Cat
Drake
Justin Bieber
The Weeknd

Top Streaming Songs Artist
WINNER: Olivia Rodrigo
Doja Cat
Drake
Lil Nas X
The Weeknd

Top R&B Artist
WINNER: Doja Cat
Givēon
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak)
Summer Walker
The Weeknd

Top R&B Male Artist
WINNER: The Weeknd
Givēon
Khalid

Top R&B Female Artist
WINNER: Doja Cat
Summer Walker
SZA

Top R&B Tour
WINNER: Bruno Mars (Bruno Mars at Park MGM)
Omarion & Bow Wow (The Millennium Tour 2021)
Usher (The Vegas Residency)

Top Rap Artist
WINNER: Drake
Juice WRLD
Lil Baby
Moneybagg Yo
Polo G

Top Rap Male Artist
WINNER: Drake
Juice WRLD
Polo G

Top Rap Female Artist
WINNER: Megan Thee Stallion
Cardi B
Latto

Top Rap Tour
WINNER: Omarion & Bow Wow (The Millennium Tour 2021)
J. Cole (The Off-Season Tour)
Lil Baby (The Back Outside Tour)

Top R&B Album
WINNER: Doja Cat, Planet Her
Givēon, When It’s All Said and Done…Take Time
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak), An Evening With Silk Sonic
Summer Walker, Still Over It
The Weeknd, Dawn FM

Top Rap Album
WINNER: Drake, Certified Lover Boy
Moneybagg Yo, A Gangsta’s Pain
Rod Wave, SoulFly
The Kid LAROI, F*ck Love
Ye, Donda

Top Christian Album
WINNER: Ye, Donda
Carrie Underwood, My Savior
CeCe Winans, Believe for It
Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music, Old Church Basement
Phil Wickham, Hymn of Heaven

Top Gospel Album
CeCe Winans, Believe for It
Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music, Old Church Basement
Maverick City Music, Jubilee: Juneteenth Edition
Maverick City Music & Upperroom, move your heart.
WINNER: Ye, Donda

Top Christian Song
WINNER: Ye, “Hurricane”
Anne Wilson, “My Jesus”
Ye, “Moon”
Ye, “Off The Grid”
Ye, “Praise God”

Top Gospel Song
WINNER: Ye, “Hurricane”
Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music ft. Chandler Moore & Naomi Raine, “Jireh”
Ye, “Moon”
Ye, “Off the Grid”
Ye, “Praise God”

Top R&B Song
WINNER: Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak), “Leave the Door Open”
Doja Cat & The Weeknd, “You Right”
Givēon, “Heartbreak Anniversary”
Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Givēon, “Peaches”
WizKid ft. Justin Bieber & Tems, “Essence”

Top Rap Song
WINNER: Lil Nas X ft. Jack Harlow, “Industry Baby”
Drake ft. 21 Savage, Project Pat, “Knife Talk”
Drake ft. Future & Young Thug, “Way 2 Sexy”
Masked Wolf, “Astronaut In The Ocean”
Polo G, “Rapstar”

Top Collaboration
WINNER: The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber, “Stay”
Doja Cat ft. SZA, “Kiss Me More”
Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & GIVĒON, “Peaches”
Lil Nas X ft. Jack Harlow, “Industry Baby”
The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Save Your Tears”

Safe Boating

The Potomac River Power Squadron provides education on boat safety

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It’s boating season and the Potomac River Power Squadron, ABC Washington DC wants to encourage water enthusiasts and boaters to know about the dangers of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers.  My guest is Edward Gasaway – Commander of the Potomac River Power Squadron, ABC

Potomac River Power Squadron, America’s Boating Club Washington, DC has been educating the DMV about safe boating tips and techniques for over 108 years.

 

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Howard Hewett’s Strong Muscle of Faith

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R&B Superstar Howard Hewett talks about how God has guided him through the hit group Shalamar to his solo career, the autobiographical story behind the song “Angel”, and his new inpirational song, “To The I Pray.”

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White Gunman Targets Black Shoppers at NY Supermarket

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(Saturday, May 14, 2022) – A white gunman opened fire Saturday afternoon at a crowded supermarket in Buffalo, New York  killing 10 people and injuring three others while live-streaming with a helmet camera.  Police are calling the shooting racially motivated and say the gunman was an extremist dressed in military style clothing and was wearing body armor. 

A majority of the victims were Black.  The gunman, identified as 18-year-old Payton Gendron of Conklin, is in custody.  At a news briefing Saturday, Erie County Sheriff John Garcia called the shooting a hate crime.  “This was pure evil.  It was straight up racially motivated hate crime from somebody outside of our community, outside of the City of Good Neighbors coming into our community and trying to inflict that evil upon us,” said Garcia.

Police say Gendron shot four people outside of the store and then moved inside the Tops Friendly Supermarket and opened fire.  One of the victims was a retired Buffalo police officer who was a security guard at the supermarket.  Authorities say the guard shot Gendron, but because the gunman was wearing body armor he was not hurt and was able to continue his shooting rampage.  11 of the 13 people shot were Black.

Owner Kills Suspect In Attempted Carjacking

Owner of a vehicle shoots to would-be carjackers in Alexandria, killing one.

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A person is dead after attempting to carjack an owner today in Alexandria. Police say the owner of the car shot two men who tried to steal his vehicle.  The incident happened around 3 o’clock today at the Tiger Mart in the 23-hundred block of Richmond Highway. The second suspect shot by the car owner is in serious condition.

Tiffany Haddish Teases New Music

Do you believe that Tiffany can succeed at music?

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During a recent guest appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, comedian Tiffany Haddish revealed that she’s been working on music.
According to Tiffany, she’s been asking Snoop to work with her since 2012. Snoop asked her to present some music and now she’s done just that.
Now, Tiffany has Grammy aspirations with a song that she says features Snoop and Lil Wayne.

Michael Jacksons Kids Paris And Prince Get Together To Honor Their Late Father

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Michael Jackson’s kids, Paris and Prince, made a rare appearance in honor of their late father.

Paris and Prince Jackson hit the red carpet to mark the success of the Broadway musical, MJ the Musical.

Prince posted on social media before his appearance, ​​”Congratulations to @mjthemusical for 10 Tony nominations.”

“I’m so proud of y’all and it’s truly well earned!” he added.

What is your favorite Michael Jackson song?

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Chloe Bailey Says Beyoncé Made Her Feel Good About Her Body

“I feel sexy. I feel strong,” says Chloe.

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Chloe Bailey recently revealed that it was Beyoncé and Jill Scott that made her feel good about her body.

“Hearing her sing ‘Bootylicious’ or seeing her perform on the BET [awards] made me feel calm about my body. Also, Jill Scott. She showed me another beautiful, full-figured, thick, sexy, curvaceous [woman]. And I was like, that is sexy. I’ve always had thick thighs and a butt.”

Bailey says people saying you have a big butt was “an insult,” back when she was younger, however now she doesn’t hide her curves, she embraces them and her butt is her favorite part of her body.

“I feel sexy. I feel strong,” says Chloe. As for men, Chloe says while she presents herself in music videos as sensual, she isn’t that way with potential suitors.

 

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Elon Musk Says Twitter Deal Is ‘On Hold’

Musk’s announcement sent Twitter’s stock price tumbling 20% early Friday morning.

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Elon Musk says his deal to buy Twitter for $44 billion is ‘on hold’ – for now, at least.
On Friday, Musk tweeted that he wanted “more details” on a report that fake accounts or bots make up less than 5% of active Twitter users.
Musk has previously said that getting rid of bots and spam would be a top priority once he takes over.
Musk’s announcement sent Twitter’s stock price tumbling 20% early Friday morning.
Is it possible that Musk has ‘buyer’s remorse’ and is looking for a way to back out of the deal? Or do you think Twitter’s bot problem is worse than the report indicates?

Fox Soul Announces New Hour-Long Special ‘Crime & Hip Hop’ Exploring Nipsey Hussle’s Murder

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Fox Soul has a new hour-long special called Crime & Hip Hop.
The show is hosted by New York’s Lisa Ever’s of Fox 5 New York and Hot 97.
The special will investigate three deaths in hip hop; Pop Smoke, Young Dolph and Nipsey Hussle.
The show will take viewers on a journey to see the connection between crime and hip hop artists, street culture, who the artists were as humans outside of the art and why these murders continue to happen.
What are some of your favorite crime shows?

Summer Fun For Our Youth

A Summer Sports Club is taking place at The Campus from June 27th – August 26th

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With Summer right around the corner, it’s time to plan what summer activities you want your youngsters involved in to keep them busy and off the streets.  Well, registration is now open for a Summer Sports Club located at The Campus in Capitol Heights, Md..  The weekly sessions run from June 27th – August 26th, 8:30am – 4:30pm for kids ages 8-16.  My guest is the host – Fred Brown -NCAA Men’s Basketball Champion with the Georgetown Hoyas.

For more information call 202-320-1144 or go here: 

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Highlighting Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Month. Tonight, we highlight the accomplishments as well as the issues facing those communities.  And, we will focus on the relationship between the Asian and African American communities; their commonalities and challenges.

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Guest

Dr. Estelle Cooke-Sampson  – Radiologist

Featured in the documentary Geographies of Kinship 

Yilin Zhang – Political Analyst

Lessons Learned When Preparing Your Child for College..

Preparing a second teen in the family for college.

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This is the time of year for college graduations.  Happy parents, happy graduates.  But now, as a parent, you have to prepare for the next child to enter college.  What lessons have they learned about getting their first into college and making sure they left with a diploma in hand.  Tonight, we’ll discuss the tips parents have picked up, good and bad, as they prepare their second teen for college.

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Guest:

Jessica Brown – Author, How to Pay for College When You’re Broke

President, College Gurl Foundation

Event: The College Gurl Foundation CGF Scholarship Luncheon is annual fundraiser that honors CGF graduates and program achievements.

Location: Hamilton Live

600 14th Street Northwest

Washington, DC 20005

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Positive Vibes Only With “Good Woman,” Tanya Nolan

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When it comes down to it, you are the star of your own life. Just ask Tanya Nolan her secret to getting what she wants. She’ll proudly tell you that with God, faith, and laser focus on what you want, you, too will be unstoppable.

Press play to hear about the making of her latest hit single, Good Woman.

Indoor Masks Recommended In Prince George’s County

Health officials in Prince George’s count want people to wear masks in indoor facilities.

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Officials in Prince George’s County are recommending mask usage in indoor public places as COVID-19 cases remain on the rise.  The county’s health department says COVID-19 cases have been steadily rising in Prince George’s and the state over the last six weeks. But those officials also note that the county is doing well with the percentage of people in its hospitals because COVID remains low at about two-percent.  Still the county says the indoor mask recommendation is “out of an abundance of caution.”

Special: Let’s Talk About Spring Romance

Join Bremante Bryant Wednesday, May 18th at 7pm for our monthly 96.3 WHUR-WHUT edition of the Daily Drum.  

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Spring is here and that typically means love is in the air.  But how do you make that Spring Fling last forever?  Join Bremante Bryant Wednesday, May 18th at 7pm for our monthly 96.3 WHUR-WHUT edition of the Daily Drum.  It’s a Spring Romance Lasting Thru All the Seasons. Hear from those who made it and those still trying to get it right.  Plus help from the relationship experts. That’s the Daily Drum on WHUR, WHUT-TV and whur.com.  Better together!

2 Chainz Pays Nearly $100K in Tuition for Three Kids

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We all want the best for our children, but how much is too much?

2 Chainz posted a text exchange between he and his wife.

The text was a reminder that tuition was due for their three kids and the cost per child.

The tuition for his 9th grader is $31,000+

The tuition for his 5th grader is $38,000+

Tuition for his 1st grade is $26,000+

This brought his tuition bill to $96,530.

2 Chainz replied to his wife, Kesha hell, I’m fina send ya kids to Duke for this kinda money. One fan wrote, Maaaaan public school not THAT bad, bruh. Geez! That’s more than my teacher salary. Damn wut they teachin first graders that cost $26,000 tho?

Even if money was not an issue for you and your family, could you see yourself paying this much for elementary and high school?

Happy International Nurses Day!

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Thursday, May 12th marks International Nurses Day!

When the coronavirus pandemic hit, nurses around the world put their scrubs on and ran to the front lines.

A lot of them are still working extremely hard even now to serve an overwhelming amount of patients.

WHUR 96.3 is sending a special shout out to all of the nurses who serve their community.

Thank you for all the work you do!

Erica Campbell Talks About Being Curvy

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Erica Campbell is opening up about what it’s like to be a curvy gospel music singer.  She said, “There is always pressure for any woman, especially in the public eye. I am a woman with curves that sings gospel.” She added, “You do want your privacy at certain times. I want the liberty to be my full self.” Does Erica get treated unfairly because of how she looks?

Drake Sets Record For Most No.1 Debuts

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Future’s new song featuring Drake has debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Because of this, Drake has set a record for the most No.1 debuts ever.  This is the rapper’s 10th No.1

The song also features Nigerian artist, Tems.

The music video has already amassed over 8 million views on Youtube, too.

Is Drake the best rapper in the game right now?

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Michael Jackson Once Invited Shaq to Be His Guest Rapper for Hit Song

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In honor of Throwback Thursday, let’s discuss the time Michael Jackson invited Shaq to rap on his song, “2 Bad” from Jackson’s HIStory album.  By the time Shaq joined Jackson he had proved himself as a rapper and even had signed a recording contract with Interscope Records, home to artists Dr. Dre, Eminem, and 50 Cent.  Shaq rapped under the name “Shaq Fu” and released his first album, Shaq Diesel in 1993. The album sold over a million copies. He followed it in 1994 with “Shaq Fu: The Return.” In 1996 Shaq released “You Can’t Stop The Reign,” featuring JAY-Z and Notorious B.I.G. His fourth album, “Respect” was released in 1998.

Do you think Shaq should come out of retirement? Who should he rap with?

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Go-Go Fundraiser

The Chuck Brown Band is hosting a fundraiser to support one of their own.

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Showing up and showing out for one of their own.  The Chuck Brown Foundation is hosting a benefit concert to help raise needed dollars for one of the friends and agents in the GoGo community.  Malachai Johns is battling stage 4 brain cancer and the Go-Go community is lending a hand to help offset his medical expenses.  My guest is Wiley Brown – Co-Founder of the Chuck Brown Foundation, Inc.

The Chuck Brown Foundation is hosting a fundraiser Sunday, May 15that the City Winery @ 8pm.  For more information go here:

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Accusations Of Racial Profiling Of Delaware State Univ. Team

Accusations of racial profiling of Delaware State University lacrosse players.

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Delaware State University, a historically Black institution, says its women’s lacrosse team was racially profiled by sheriff’s deputies last month during a traffic stop in Georgia.  The team’s bus was traveling on Interstate 95 in Liberty County, Georgia on April 20 following a game in Florida when it was stopped “under the pretext of a minor traffic violation, said Delaware State University President Tony Allen. Allen says Sheriff’s deputies searched student’s suitcases with drug-sniffing dogs.
Liberty County Sheriff William Bowman, who is black, says he does not believe the stop and search was racially motivated.  Video released by the school shows one of the two officers who entered the bus, telling passengers, “If there is anything in y’all’s luggage, we’re probably going to find it – OK. I’m not looking for a little bit of marijuana, but I’m pretty sure you guys’ chaperones are probably going to be disappointed in you if we find any.”
Delaware State’s president called the incident a “humiliating process” and said the university is “exploring options for recourse – legal and otherwise.

Jazz In The Garden Returns To DC

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Jazz in the Garden is returning to Washington, D.C. next week.

The events which take place in the Sculpture Garden at National Gallery of Art begins Friday, May 20th at 6 pm. Nataly Merezhuk is the first performer with the jazz violin.

Other artists will perform each week throughout the summer through the end of July.

According to the National Gallery of Art website, each event requires registration which opens at 12 pm one week ahead of each concert.

Are you planning to go this summer?

Cardi B Is Not Quitting Music

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If you think that Cardi B is quitting music, don’t. Cardi recently cleared up the fake news during an interview, “I will never leave music, no, I was talking about the internet. That’s my bread and butter. Who’s gonna stop eating bread and butter?” Last month, Cardi got into a back-and-forth with trolls on social media after she decided not to attend the Grammys despite being nominated.  Trolls mocked her career, her kids, and her lack of new music causing the “WAP” rapper to shut down her accounts.

Do you think Cardi puts too much time into social media? Do you think Cardi will release new music this year?

Mike Tyson Won’t Face Criminal Charges Over Airplane Attack

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Remember the fight Mike Tyson got into on an airplane? The San Mateo County District Attorney said he will not face criminal charges. The conduct of the victim leading up to the incident, the interaction between Mr. Tyson and the victim as well as the requests of both the victim and Mr. Tyson are given as the reason why no charges will be filed. Do you think this was the right decision?

 

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Wendy Williams Insiders Say She Can’t Come Back to Her Daytime Talk Show

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After Wendy Williams proclaimed on Instagram Live that she would be returning to her daytime talk show, insiders say logistically, it is not possible. Debmar-Mercury signed a deal with Sherri Shepherd to take over Wendy’s time slot. The source added, it’s done. Logistically it won’t work. Sherri has her time slot. Wendy hopped on Instagram Live with Fat Joe who has been one of the guest hosts filling in on her show and the producers are not happy he interviewed her. Do you think Wendy will return to TV?

Jesse Williams Opens Up About Nude Broadway Scene

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Monday, Jesse Williams‘ nude scene from his Broadway play went viral and now the actor is sharing his thoughts on his new found fame.  Williams plays a gay Black man on a pro baseball team in the play and has a scene where he has a full frontal nude scene.  Well, a guest snuck a phone into the play and snagged a picture that had the internet going nuts over Jesse’s “acting chops.”  During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live, the Tony Award nominated actor commented on the attention by saying, “once you see it, you realize, whatever. It’s just a body. I just have to not make it that big of a deal.”  What are your thoughts on Jesse’s viral moment? What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever snuck into an event?

Mariah Carey Bought a Mansion in ATL

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Mariah Carey has just bought a new mansion in Atlanta.  News of the purchase was revealed thanks to a report from realtor.com revealing that a management company associated with the singer purchased the mansion for $5.65 million.  The over 16-thousand foot was built in 1992 and boasts six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and six half baths.  It’s also to be noted that the mansion was once owned by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Mariah hasn’t responded about the purchase.  What’s the city that you most want to live in?

Celebrating 100 Years of Service

The Montgomery County Police Department is hosting a free community day.

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The Montgomery County Police Department is Celebrating 100 Years of Service and you can join the fun for a free Community Day May 14that the County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg.  My guest is Shiera Goff – Public Information Officer for Montgomery County Police.

Montgomery County Police Department 100  year Anniversary Community Day May 14th12pm to 6pm at Montgomery County Fairground in Gaithersburg. For more information go here:

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Metro Names New General Manager

Metro gets new leadership.

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Metro has a new person to run the transit agency.  Randy Clarke, who has run the Austin, Texas transit system, will become Metro’s new general manger.  Clarke will take over this summer for Paul Wiedefeld, who will retire next month.  Clarke says safety issues will be a main focus for him.  Paul Wiedefeld has been Metro’s GM for over six years.

FBI Warns Public of New Text Message Scam

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There is a new scam hitting phones that you’ll want to watch out for. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center is warning people about a new text scam hitting their phones. It involves receiving a text about bank fraud alerts, possibly receiving a warning about being contacted by a “fraud specialist,” and being tricked into sending a transaction to the scammer. “In these schemes, background information on the victims appears to have been well researched,” said officials. “In addition to knowing the victim’s financial institution, the actors often had further information such as the victim’s past addresses, social security number, and the last four digits of their bank accounts.”

Have you ever fallen for a scam? What kinds of scam texts have you received?

Queen Latifah Announces Her Return as a Covergirl

She previously had her own line called the Queen Collection.

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Queen Latifah is back as a Covergirl. In 2001 she was a Covergirl and helped broaden the makeup company’s product line to be more inclusive of varying skin tones. She had her own line called the Queen Collection. Now she’s back for the second time to be a Covergirl. On Instagram she posted a photo of herself inside of a Covergirl frame. The caption read, you know what they say, once a Covergirl always a Covergirl…I’m excited to pick up where we left off and continue to make the beauty industry more inclusive and accessible for all. What is your favorite make up line?

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Diddy Announces His New R&B Label Love Records, Partners With Motown

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Diddy is back! He has launched his new record label with Motown Records. His label is called, Love Records. Diddy said he plans to use Love Records to spotlight artists in the R&B world. In a statement he said, music has always been my first love, Love Records is the next chapter. It’s about getting back to the love and making the best music of my life. He said he is focused on creating timeless R&B music with the next generation of artists and producers. Diddy is hosting the Billboard Music Awards this Sunday at 8pm on NBC. Who was your favorite R&B artist under the Bad Boy label?

 

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50 Cent Casts Mo’Nique As “Goldie” In BMF Season 2

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50 Cent has fulfilled his promise to Mo’Nique by casting her in the second season of his hit television drama, “BMF.”  The television mogul took to Instagram with a video of Mo’Nique in character as “Goldie,” Mo’Nique is seen staring at the camera before she says, “My name is Goldie, you know who the f__k I am,” and gives the camera a wink.  50 says he spoke with Tyler Perry who denied ever telling people not to hire Mo’Nique, Perry told 50 that he is sure Oprah is fine with Mo’Nique and has even brought her up about things Mo’Nique doesn’t know about.  50 also posted a picture of Mo’Nique alongside the BMF cast and Eif Rivera who is taking over as director this season.  What do you think about Mo’Nique starring in BMF?

 

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Chris Brown Dropping His New Album In June

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Chris Brown fans, you’ll be happy to know that a new album from Chris Brown is dropping soon.  Breezy posted on Instagram that his next album, Breezy, will be dropping next month.  If you remember, Chris announced his tenth studio album two years ago. This album will contain 16 tracks.  What are your top three Chris Brown albums? Where were you when you first heard Chris Brown?

 

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Engagaing The Community For A Worthy Cause

It’s the 10th Annual “Do More 24” campaign hosted by the United Way of the National Capital Area

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United Way of the National Capital Area is hosting its 10thAnnual Do More 24 campaign and they are calling on the community to step in to engage and volunteer.  My guest is Nedelka Phillips – Senior Vice President of United Way of the National Capital Area

United Way of the National Capital Area is excited to announce its 10thAnnual Do More 24 Campaign where the region’s nonprofit community come together to collectively focus on engaging donors, partners and volunteers to do more .   For more information go here:

 

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Medical Monday: What you need to know about kidney health?

A Medical Monday focus on kidney health.

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Kidney disease can be life threatening.  It disproportionately affects the African American community.  There are measures to prevent, mitigate and live with the disease.  Tonight, we discuss those measures and more.

AUDIO LINK

 

Guest

 

Professor of Surgery, GW School of Medicine and Health Science

Chief, Division of Transplantation and Director of Transplant, GW Hospital

 

Mother’s Day Tribute: I Will Always Love My Momma

Honoring our mother’s on the eve of Mother’s Day weekend.

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They can never be honored enough.  They brought us into this world.  They sacrifice for us, guide us, mentor us, and console us.  They unselfishly give us all that they have to give.  So, tonight it is about giving to them.  Our appreciation and love.  The first ladies of our lives….our Mother’s!

IN STUDIO:

Guest –

Dr. Melanye Maclin – Research and Development Dermatologist

 

Darius Baxter – Co-Founder, Good Projects

Biden Touts High Speed Internet Plan For Low-Income Americans

Plan for low cost high speed internet for low income citizens.

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President Biden is trying to close the digital divide.
During an event in the Rose Garden today, Biden and Vice President Harris unveiled plans to broaden discounted high-speed Internet service to low-income Americans. The President said 20 top Internet providers have agreed to either cut prices or increase speeds to qualified households.  Vice President Harris noted more than 30-million people in the U.S. do not have access to high-speed Internet.

As Gas Prices Rise, So Does Metro Ridership

Gas prices continue to climb in the DC-metro area and so does Metro ridership.

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If you are a driver, hearing that gas prices are rising dramatically is no surprise. While accounting for inflation, the daily average cost of gas in D.C. was higher Monday than it has been in the past seven years. The cheapest gas in the capital was $4.09 a gallon but the most expensive cost around a dollar more, according to GasBuddy a web based company that tracks gas prices.
GasBuddy says filling your tank costs almost 46 cents more per gallon than it did a month ago.  The D.C.-area gas prices reflect the national increase in the cost of gasoline.  Those high gas prices may be helping Metros’s ridership.
As gas prices climbed across the D.C. region in early March, more people hopped on Metro trains and buses, according to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.  Transit officials say folks riding Metro-bus and rail more than doubled in March of 2022 compared to the same time last year. Metro-bus ridership is up near 60 percent. Rail travel jumped 124 percent compared to March of 2021.

ABC Cancels ‘Queens’ Starring Brandy and Eve After First Season

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ABC has canceled the TV show Queens after one season.
The series starred Brandy, Eve and Naturi Naughton.
While the series did its best to promote itself on social media and on YouTube by dropping real music videos, it wasn’t enough.
Once Eve left mid-season after becoming pregnant it never seemed like the show could get back on track.
Are you surprised the series was canceled? Why do you think it wasn’t picked up for a second season?

Bobby Brown Admits to Being ‘Sex Addict’ and Recalls Janet Jackson Romance

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Bobby Brown is getting ready to release his new documentary.
It is titled Biography: Bobby Brown.
Bobby says reflecting back, he believes he was a sex addict.
About Madonna he says, did I sleep with Madonna? We didn’t do any sleeping.
About Janet Jackson he says, we loved each other’s company. We didn’t have that long of a relationship.
Bobby says things did not work out with Janet because her father, the late Joe Jackson, wouldn’t allow her to date someone hood like him.
He refers to Janet as, the crush of my life.
The documentary will air for two nights on A&E on May 30 and May 31.
What is your favorite Bobby Brown song? Which celebrity was the ‘crush of your life?’

Sherri Shepherd Responds To Wendy Williams Trying To Return To Her Show

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Recently, Wendy Williams has stated that she will be returning to her show and will not watch Sherri Shepherd take over her show.
Now, Sherri Shepherd has responded to Wendy Williams’ latest statements in regards to her old and future talks shows.
Sherri said, “She’s not well. So, it’s just a lot going on in Wendy’s life. This is when you need your friends. You need your family. You need people who love you. So, all I can do over here is pray for Wendy.”

Anthony Anderson Graduates From Howard University at Age 51

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You may know actor Anthony Anderson from the hit ABC series, Black-ish or the game show To Tell The Truth
Or you may know him from NBC’s Law & Order.
What you may not know is that he JUST graduated from college.
This past weekend after 30 years he graduated with the class of 2022 at Howard University.
He dropped out of college due to financial reasons and finally returned to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
This was NOT an honorary degree-he went back and finished the credits he started.
Actress and Alumnus Taraji P. Henson gave the commencement address.
What is something you started you wished you finished?

Stevie Wonder To Receive Honorary Degree

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Wayne State University awarded Stevie Wonder an honorary degree.
He received a Doctor of Humane Letters from Wayne State.
He received it this past weekend at the school’s commencement ceremony.
Stevie can add his latest degree to his collection. He has an honorary degree from Northwestern, Tulane and Howard University.

Kendrick Lamar Transforms Into O.J. Simpson, Will Smith And Others In New Music Video

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Kendrick Lamar‘s season has officially started with the release of his new song with an accompanying video, “The Heart Part 5” The stripped-down video features Kendrick in a white t-shirt with a black bandana around his neck. He morphs into OJ Simpson, Jussie Smollett, Will Smith, Kanye, Nipsey Hussle, and Kobe Bryant.  The video was directed by David Free and Lamar Kendrick’s latest album, “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers,” will be released on Friday, May 13th. What do you think of Kendrick Lamar’s video, “The Heart Part 5?”

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

Blac Chyna Mom Tokyo Toni Says …We Have a New Show!!!

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TMZ caught up with Blac Chyna‘s mom, Tokyo Toni and asked her if she would ever do another reality show.
Tokyo said, we are going to do one on my network. It’s called the SHN Network.
She said it’s called Talkin with Tokyo.
It a talk show not a reality show and she said the show will be both her and Blac Chyna.
They will interview every day people, celebrities, TMZ, bloggers.
Would you watch this show?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTzI1O6IcAA

The 2022 Tony Award Nominations Are In!

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The 2022 Tony Award nominations were announced this morning.
A Strange Loop led all nominations with 11
MJ: The Musical and Paradise Square received 10 nominations each.
Notable snubs were Daniel Craig for his role in Macbeth
Also missing from the nominations list were Mathew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker for their revival of Neil Simon’s Plaza Suite.
Winners will be announced at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Sunday June 12th and air on CBS and Paramount+.
Oscar winner Ariana DeBose will host the award show.
Have you had a chance to check out a Broadway show this year? What did you see or want to see?

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