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Learn About The Court System
Join a zoom community forum Thursday, Feb. 24th on the services the courts have to offer
Time to let your voice be heard about Maryland’s court system. The Maryland Judiciary Committee is hosting a community forum to educate the public about the courts and the services they provide while also learning the community’s needs. My guest is Judge DaNeeka Varner Cotton – Associate Judge at the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County.
The Maryland Judiciary Equal Justice Committee is hosting a community forum Thursday, February 24th from 7pm to 8:30pm via Zoom. For more information go here:
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Mary J. Blige, Jazmine Sullivan and Keyshia Cole Headline Roots Picnic
The Roots and Live Nation Urban are partners in bringing The 2022 Roots Picnic back in-person, the first time since 2019.
By Brooks Welch
The Roots and Live Nation Urban are partners in bringing The 2022 Roots Picnic back in-person, the first time since 2019. The group’s hand-curated festival will be held in Philadelphia’s The Mann at Fairmont Park on June 4th and 5th.
Acts like Jazmine Sullivan, Mary J Blige, Keyshia Cole, Muni Long, Kirk Franklin, Yebba, Kamasi Washington are among the robust line up.
The complete 2022 Roots Picnic line up is as pictured in the official flyer:
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The option to watch virtually will be available through YouTube.
What’s Behind Deadly Domestic Violence?
What triggers a perpetrator to commit this kind of violence?
Deadly domestic violence cases are searing the headlines in the DMV. Last week, 29-year-old Remi Howell was shot multiple times and her body left in a wooded area near a church in Landover. Marcus Mitchell, a man she dated, is charged with her murder. Just days before, 32-year-old passion pleasant of Northeast DC was found shot multiple times and stabbed on I-295. Her boyfriend, 30-year-old Gregory Johnson is charged with her murder. What is going on? What triggers a perpetrator to commit this kind of violence?
Resources:
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
My Sister’s Place DC
Biden Calls On Russia To Choose Diplomacy Over War
Biden’s remarks followed claims by Russia that it’s removing some troops from the Ukraine border.
(Washington, DC) — President Biden is urging Russia to choose diplomacy over war. Speaking at the White House, Biden said the U.S. remains committed to intensive high-level diplomacy to ease tensions between Ukraine and Russia. Biden again warned of swift and harsh economic consequences if Russia invades Ukraine. Biden’s remarks followed claims by Russia that it’s removing some troops from the Ukraine border. Biden said those claims have not been verified and stressed an invasion is still a possibility.
Jordan Peele’s Drops Trailer For New Horror Film ‘Nope’
The trailer for Jordan Peele’s newest Monkeypaw production Nope released on Valentine’s Day. In typical Peele fashion, the trailer is eerie and captivating.
By Brooks Welch
The trailer for Jordan Peele’s newest Monkeypaw production ‘Nope’ released on Valentine’s Day. In typical Peele fashion, the trailer is eerie and captivating. The film stars Keke Palmer and ‘Get Out’ breakout star Daniel Kaluuya.
The movie appears to be set on a Black-owned Hollywood ranch, owned by Palmer and Kaluuya’s characters. A question asked in the teaser is, “What is a bad miracle?” We’ll have to watch to find out the answer.
What’s a bad miracle? pic.twitter.com/x37K3Inwk7
— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) February 13, 2022
‘Nope’ will be released in theaters on July 22nd.
Watch the trailer for ‘Nope’ below:
George Floyd Federal Trial Well-Underway
Former Minneapolis Police Officer Testifies In Floyd Civil Rights Case
(Minneapolis, MN) — A former Minneapolis police officer is taking the stand in the George Floyd civil rights trial. Tou Thao detailed his upbringing and his path to becoming a police officer. He testified he was taught to restrain suspects using his knee as leverage and was never told this was an improper method. Thao said he heard Floyd say “I can’t breath,” but that was something regularly said after the death of Eric Garner in New York in 2014. He added he assumed “they were taking care of him” and that he had “a different role to play” and wasn’t checking on Floyd. Thao is one of three former cops charged with not trying to save Floyd’s life as Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck, ultimately killing him.
(Tuesday, February 15, 2022) – Nine families of of the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre have reportedely agreed to a $73 million settlement with gun manufacturer Remington.
The families filed suit against Remington, maker of the Bushmaster AR-15. That was the weapon used in the 2012 killing spree that left 20 first graders and six educators dead.
The families and a survivor of the shooting sued Remington in 2015, arguing Remington should have never sold such a dangerous weapon to the public. The Connecticut civil court case focused on how the firearm was marketed, alleging it targeted younger at-risk males in marketing and product placement in violent video games.
After murdering his mother at their home, 20-year-old Adam Lanza fatally shot 20 children and 6 adults at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut before taking his own life. It was one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history.
‘Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ Reboot Premiere, Mixed Reactions
Bel Air, the dramatic reboot of Fresh Prince of Bel Air, premiered on Peacock with three episodes airing after the Super Bowl. The premiere was met with mixed feedback from audiences versus critics.
By Brooks Welch
‘Bel Air’, the dramatic reboot of ‘Fresh Prince of Bel Air’, premiered on Peacock with three episodes airing after the Super Bowl. The premiere was met with mixed feedback from audiences versus critics.
#BelAir isn’t just a “remake”. It’s a retelling of a familiar story.
The show reflects on so many nuanced experiences within black families that we never would have seen on television years ago.
— Sade Ndya (@sadendya) February 14, 2022
Don’t let people lie to you. This #BelAir reimagining is really good. pic.twitter.com/n8qkUSoy2E
— Nikki Finn (@IfICouldScream) February 13, 2022
The language and risque themes take some adjusting for some audience members, however the Guardian’s critique was a stark contrast from the delight of fans.
Bel-Air review – this confused, joyless Fresh Prince remake has no reason to exist https://t.co/1yoOCFEAmR
— The Guardian (@guardian) February 14, 2022
The series has large shoes to fill and high expectations. As a cultural phenomenon for Black audiences, it’s understandable why there’s apprehension.
Reactions from original cast members were scarce, only Will Smith, producer of ‘Bel Air‘ and Joseph Marcell, who plays Geoffrey the Butler on the ‘Fresh Prince of Bel Air’, attended the premiere.
Audiences may feel more connected to the reboot if they knew the story behind its conception. As written in Will Smith’s YouTube caption, “3 years ago, my guy Morgan Cooper [Los Angeles based writer and director] uploaded his fan trailer to YouTube, showing how he envisioned the Fresh Prince as a drama. Now, here is the first full look at his retelling of the story that’s always been so close to my heart.”
‘Bel Air’ is streaming exclusively on Peacock. New episodes premiering every Thursday.
Watch Smith and Cooper meet for the first time:
Watch the trailer for ‘Bel-Air’ here.
Carnegie to Host Two Month Afrofuturism Festival
It’s Black History Month, but some may argue it’s Black Future Month. Carnegie Hall is hosting a two-month Afrofuturism Festival from mid February to early April.
By Brooks Welch
It’s Black History Month, but some may argue it’s Black Future Month.
Carnegie Hall is hosting a two-month Afrofuturism Festival from mid February to early April. Afrofuturism is a concept simplified on Carnegie’s website as “an ever-expansive aesthetic and practice—where music, visual arts, science fiction, and technology intersect to imagine alternate realities and a liberated future viewed through the lens of Black cultures.” Artists like Sun Ra Arkestra (performers at the festival), Parliament Funkadelic, Janelle Monae, and Solange Knowles have made contributions to the concept. Films like the 1982 feature ‘Brother from Another Planet’ and Marvel’s 2018 ‘Black Panther’ have also pushed Afrofuturism forward. The festival’s curational council is made of five Black Afrofuturism experts. The festival will consist of over 80 events with over 70 partners to pull off the celebration of astro-Blackness.
The two-month citywide Afrofuturism Festival begins on February 15th, ending April 10th.
Learn more about Carnegie’s Afrofuturism festival here.
Watch the festival’s trailer below:
Help For Renters and Landlords
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has online tools to help renters struggling to make ends meet.
As the COVID pandemic lingers on more and more families are finding it difficult to pay their essential bills like rent and utilities. This morning I have details on where you can seek help. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has an online tool to help renters and landlords. My guest is Kristin Wong – Financial Analyst Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has an online tool to help renters and landlords. For more information go here:
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Black Love and Valentine’s Day
Black love and the key to keeping it alive and vibrant.
It’s is Valentine’s Day. It’s a day for a little extra emphasis on the one you love. We’re talking about black love and the key to keeping it alive and vibrant.
Resources:
Forever Duncan
The Wife Coach
DC Mayor Lifts Mask Mandate
Masks will still be required in various places including schools and healthcare facilities.
(Washington, DC) — DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the indoor mask requirement for many public spaces including restaurants, bars, and gyms will go away March 1st. However, masks will still be required in various places including schools and healthcare facilities. She joins multiple Democratic governors across the country who have announced mask mandates will go away as cases of the Omicron variant subside.
Passenger Tries To Enter Cockpit And Open Exit Door In Flight To DC
A flight from LA to DC made an emergency landing after a passenger attempted to break into the planes cockpit, as well as open a door to the aircraft while it was in the air.
An American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., made a rapid emergency landing in Kansas City, Mo., on Sunday afternoon after an unruly passenger tried to break into the cockpit and then attempted to open an exit door, witnesses said.
The passenger was subdued by crew members and other passengers. He was taken into custody after the flight landed. In a statement, American Airlines said the flight, American Airlines Flight 1775, landed safely in Kansas City, where law enforcement officials met the plane. Charles A. Dayoub, an F.B.I. special agent in charge in Kansas City, said in a statement that the passenger was taken into custody after “interfering with the flight crew.”
Stacy Day, a spokeswoman for the airline, said that the passenger was “ultimately subdued by our crew and with the help of other passengers.”
The man at the center of the altercation, who appeared to be middle-aged, seemed distraught and paranoid, Mr. Rojas said. Earlier in the flight, he added, others saw the passenger pace the aisles.
“When I went up, it looked like the guy was trying to open the exterior door of the plane to the outside,” Mr. Rojas said. “So we were kind of keeping him from doing that and just trying to subdue him and make sure that he was taken down and everybody was OK.”
Mouaz Moustafa, a passenger from Washington, described a chaotic scene as the plane started descending into Kansas City without warning after the struggle with the passenger.
He said the man tried to get into the cockpit and then tried to exit via the main door before he was held down by several passengers.
“A flight attendant ran to the back of the plane and got the coffee pot and continues to bash the guy on the head,” Mr. Moustafa said in an interview as the plane was being held on the tarmac. The man was “bleeding profusely,” he added. “I honestly thought today I might die,” he said.
Ultimately, it took three flight attendants and three passengers, including Mr. Rojas, to restrain the man, move him to the floor and then bind his hands and ankles with tape and zip ties provided by the flight attendants, Mr. Rojas said. The passenger remained on the floor for about 15 minutes until the plane landed and the authorities collected him, Mr. Rojas said.
As Mr. Moustafa, 37, was being interviewed by phone from his seat, the pilot came by and talked to the passengers about how the man had tried and failed to open the cockpit door.
Disturbances on flights have surged during the coronavirus pandemic, and many of the incidents have involved passengers who disagree with mask mandates.
Last year, the Federal Aviation Administration conducted more than 1,000 investigations of unruly passengers — more than in the previous seven years combined.
Karen Maria Alston, who lives in Washington, said she was sitting in the 17th row of the plane watching the movie “Dune” when she saw some men rush into the first-class section. She was not able to see what was happening, she said, but the commotion and the plane’s ensuing descent were frightening and “extremely stressful.”
“I need a drink and I am so thankful,” Ms. Alston said in a text message after the plane landed in Kansas City.
Then, told to disembark, the passengers waited for about three hours in the Kansas City airport, unwinding from their tense shared experience and celebrating the three passengers who intervened.
Mr. Rojas and other passengers huddled around a little television by a bar, unwinding and watching the Super Bowl, “just making the best out of the situation,” he said.
Three hours later, they were back on the plane headed to Washington.
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Black History… Teach It. Learn It, and Never Forget It. February is Black History Month and there is new focus on how and what to share of the rich legacy of Black People. On Wednesday, February 16th at 7pm, WHUR and WHUT-TV will host our monthly special edition of the Daily Drum with Newsman Harold Fisher. This month’s topic: “Black History… More than Stories In A Book.” Hear from educators, history-makers, and more. That’s the Daily Drum on 96.3 WHUR, WHUT-TV, and whur.com. Better Together!
Prosecutors Set To Rest Case In Trial Of Minneapolis Police Officers
Prosecutors in the trial of Minneapolis police officers accused of violating George Floyd’s civil rights will reportedly rest their case today.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — After nearly three weeks of testimony, federal prosecutors planned to rest their case Monday against three former Minneapolis police officers who are charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights.
Once the prosecution rests in the trial of J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao, defense attorneys will start presenting their witnesses. The attorney for Lane has said his client will testify. Attorneys for Thao and Kueng haven’t said if they will.
The officers are charged with violating Floyd’s constitutional rights while acting under government authority. All three are accused of depriving Floyd, a 46-year-old Black man, of medical care while he was handcuffed, facedown as Officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee onto Floyd’s neck for 9 1/2 minutes. Kueng, who is Black, knelt on Floyd’s back; Lane, who is white, held down his legs; and Thao, who is Hmong American, kept bystanders back.
Kueng and Thao are also accused of failing to intervene to stop the May 25, 2020, killing, which triggered protests worldwide and a reexamination of racism and policing.
The charges allege that the officers’ actions resulted in Floyd’s death.
Prosecutors began presenting their case on Jan. 24. The trial has included testimony from bystanders, doctors, police officers, an FBI agent and others. Prosecutors also have played bystander and body camera videos that show Floyd being restrained and eventually becoming motionless before being put into an ambulance.
Testimony has included information about police training, and what the officers should have known about their duty to intervene and their responsibility to provide Floyd with medical care.
Despite efforts to keep the case on track, Judge Paul Magnuson ordered a three-day pause after one of the defendants tested positive for COVID-19.
One of the prosecution’s key arguments has been that the officers were trained to provide medical aid in emergencies, and that Floyd’s situation had become so serious that even bystanders, including children with no medical training, knew something was wrong.
On Friday, Alyssa Funari testified that when she saw three officers on top of a man in the street, she parked her car and started recording because she had a “gut feeling” something was wrong.
“I instantly knew that he was in distress. … He was moving, making facial expressions that he was in pain,” said Funari, who was 17 at the time and is now 19. “He was telling us that he was in pain.”
“I observed that over time he was slowly being less vocal and he was closing his eyes,” she added. “He wasn’t able to tell us that he was in pain anymore. He was just accepting it.”
Prosecutors also showed snippets of bystander and police video with timelines and transcripts as Matthew Vogel, an FBI special agent, described the materials. The timelines and transcripts were meant to help jurors sort out the sometimes confusing videos that show a chaotic scene from different angles and capture different pieces of the officers’ conversations amid a noisy environment.
Chauvin, who is white, was convicted of murder and manslaughter in state court last year and later pleaded guilty to a federal civil rights charge.
Lane, Kueng and Thao also face a separate state trial in June on charges alleging that they aided and abetted murder and manslaughter.
By Brooks Welch
According to Entertainment Tonight, a two night documentary even with A&E Network and Bobby Brown will premiere in late May. The two-part documentary series will begin with a biographical piece, Biography: Bobby Brown, premiering on May 30th at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The next night, the unscripted reality show Bobby Brown: Every Little Step will air at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
The documentary will feature friends, family, and peers of Brown like Usher, Jermaine Dupri, Keith Sweat, Babyface, New Edition’s Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Ronnie DeVoe and Johnny Gill.
Tune in on A&E Network on your local listings. New episodes of Bobby Brown: Every Little Step airing Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT starting June 7.
Watch the trailer of “Bobby Brown: Every Little Step” below:
There’s Help For Maryland Homeowners
HomeFree USA is hosting a free workshop this Thursday.
Showing you some love this Valentine’s Day with information to help if you are struggling to stay in your home. HomeFree USA is hosting a free workshop coming up this Thursday for Maryland Homeowners. My guest is Milan Griffin – Chief People Officer – HomeFree USA
The State of Maryland and HomeFre USA are hosting a Mortgage Help for Homeowners Event Thursday, February 17th at 6:30pm. For more information go here:
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Andriann Lewis Freeman, Aundrea Lewis, and Kanika Trigg of the two-time Stellar award-winning group RiZen talk about their new single, “He’ll Be There.”
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By Brooks Welch
What did Whitney say? “Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.” If you’re happily, bitterly, or couldn’t-care-less-ly single this Valentine’s Day, here’s a few ways to spend the day.
9 Ways For Singles To Celebrate Valentine’s Day
1. Galentine’s Day
A fun go to that’s guaranteed to be a blast with your girlfriends. There’s something about sweet, sparkling drinks with cookies and therapeutic conversations that always refresh your soul.
2. Dive into Black History
Sure, February 14th is Valentine’s Day. But, it’s also the 14th day of Black History Month. Choose your area of passion (i.e. film, music, science, or sports) and learn more about it. Watch a documentary or a classic Black film. Listen to the obscure, deep cuts of a new Black artist. Spend the day feeling Black and proud.
3. Have a day of firsts
Have you ever tried Pho? What about pottery making? Did you see the new art exhibit at your local museum? If you answered no to all of these, it sounds like an opportunity for an adventurous day.
4. Have a day of favorites
Where do you like to be? What music do you love listening to? What food are you craving? What is your comfort movie? Knowing what you love and what you’re not a fan of solidifies your individuality. Do you know yourself well enough to spend the whole day smiling?
5. Be a hopeless romantic
This is for the singles who would rather be in a relationship – no judgment here. How does your dream partner dress? What movie scenes do you want to recreate with them? Church or outdoor venue for the wedding? Have a blast daydreaming and pinning white dresses to your Pinterest board.
6. Deep clean your space
Your space is often a reflection of your mental health. Where can you tidy up some clutter? Does the shirt you never wear really “spark joy?” Turn on Tidying Up With Marie Kondo or The Home Edit on Netflix and do some early spring cleaning. Taking care of what you have shows gratitude.
7. Work on a passion project
What do you wish existed in the world? Get started on making it a reality! Don’t let thoughts of self doubt keep you from seeing your dream come true. It’s absolutely possible. If you spend the day working on your passion, you’ll get lost in your zone of genius and get a boost of optimism for your future.
8. Get clear on your goals
If the idea of goal-setting sounds daunting to you ever since March 2020 (the shock of COVID-19’s impact), you’re not alone. However, if you walk without a sense of direction, you’ll end up in circles. If setting goals for the year or next 5 years is overwhelming, what would you like to achieve in March. You can do it.
9. Treat it like any other day
This is for the singles who couldn’t care less. You have your routine, you know what you do on any other Monday and you’re sticking to it… you might have one piece of chocolate, though.
Whether you plan to be a hopeless romantic, Black historian, or exactly who you are any day, we at WHUR wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day!
Super Bowl 56
Are you really excited about the game?
Are you ready for some football? Super Bowl 56 is just two days away and there’s a lot of hype about… the halftime show and the commercials. But what about the game? Are you really excited about the Bengals and the Rams going head to head?
Improve Your Relationship With This Playlist
Science proves that good music taste can make your relationships more satisfying. Read more to grab new songs that will improve your love life!
By Brooks Welch
Whether you’re celebrating a new or old romance, friendship or self-love this Valentine’s day, good music will make it even better. If you’re apart of the lovebirds population, here’s a fact you might find interesting. According to Fast Company, partners who both enjoyed classic rock, oldies, jazz, country, or folk music rated their relationship satisfaction at 8.5 or higher.
We want to see you win, so here’s some nostalgic and jazzy vibes that we love at WHUR 96.3:
- Pretty Brown Eyes by Mint Condition
- Vivrant Thing by Q Tip
- Honey by Mariah Carey
- All This Love by DeBarge
- Butterflies by Michael Jackson
- Get You by Daniel Caesar
- Float On by The Floaters
- Leave the Door Open by Silk Sonic
- Come and Talk to Me by Jodeci
- I’m So Into You by SWV
- Best Part by Daniel Caesar ft. HER
- I Want You Around by Snoh Aalegra
- Beautiful by Snoop Dogg/Pharrell
- Knocks Me Off My Feet by Stevie Wonder
- Make the Most by Lonr. ft. HER
- You Want My Love by Earth, Wind, and Fire ft. Lucky Daye
Listen to more good music on WHUR 96.3 by downloading our iOS and Android mobile apps.
Share your favorite love songs below, we’d love to hear from you!
FDA Postponing Vaccine Meeting Due To “New Data”
. The trial for children between six months and four-years-old is ongoing.
(Silver Spring, MD) — The FDA is postponing a meeting that was supposed to go over data from trials of COVID vaccines in young kids. The agency said it needed more time to consider new data and to allow for transparent “public discussion” as they mull over approval for the vaccines. This comes after Pfizer and BioNTech delayed their request for the FDA to authorize the vaccine for children under five-years-old. The trial for children between six months and four-years-old is ongoing, with data being shared with the FDA as it progresses.
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You read that caption right! Press play to see what this soulful R&B crooner is up to next. For now, just in time for Valentine’s Day, here’s the DMV’s own multi Grammy Award Nominee, TANK, to keep “the sexy” piping HOT!
Protecting Your Home Against Pandemic Financial Loss
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is offering resources.
Two years into the pandemic and we don’t hear much about the impact on housing anymore. Threats to losing one’s home, apartment or owned home remains an issue and could get worse as the spectre of inflation continues to plague our economy. There is help for those who fear losing their homes because of pandemic problems. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is offering resources.
Consumer Finance Protection Bureau
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NEW YORK – discovery+, the definitive non-fiction, real life subscription streaming service, and NowThis, today announced a new original limited docuseries Uprooted, that tells the injustice of the 1986 unsolved hanging death of a 19-year-old Black man, Keith Warren, in Silver Spring, Maryland. All episodes will stream Friday, February 18 on discovery+.
Never thoroughly investigated, Keith Warren’s sister Sherri has spent 35 years seeking the truth about what happened to her brother. Fighting systemic corruption at every turn, her end goal is to change Keith’s death certificate to reflect the truth. Featuring interviews with Keith Warren’s friends and family as well as both active and retired law enforcement, forensic experts, eyewitnesses and private investigators, Uprooted includes never-before-reported support for the probability Keith Warren did not die by suicide.
Uprooted will be accompanied by a six-part podcast hosted by Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza. Listeners will hear from academics, activists, artists, and culture critics like actor and activist Kendrick Sampson, Color of Change President Rashad Robinson, activist Linda Sarsour, sociologist Nancy Wang-Yuen, Uprooted director Avril Z. Speaks and more, to dive deeper into inequitable systems that influenced the outcome of Keith’s case and the impact that remains today. The series will peel back the layers and shed light on the criminal investigations, police corruption, media accountability, the “perfect victim,” and generational trauma.
“This is a story that needs to be heard by everyone,” said Lisa Holme, Group SVP of Content and Commercial Strategy for Discovery. “Our partners at NowThis did an incredible job uncovering new information and gaining access to those most intimately involved in the case. It is a story about the fight against injustice and corruption that resonates as much today as when it first occurred.”
“This docuseries is the culmination of a years-long effort at NowThis to shed light on the true circumstances behind Keith Warren’s tragic death, and amplify the voice of his sister Sherri who has fought tirelessly for justice,” said Matt McDonough, Executive Producer of NowThis Originals. “We’re proud to partner with Discovery to tell this important story that has gone unseen and unheard, and to continue to illuminate vital issues like corruption and racial injustice – issues with which our audience is deeply engaged.”
MD Lawmakers Begin Ghost Gun Hearings
The bill under consideration in Annapolis would prohibit the sale, receipt and transfer of the parts used to make ghost guns with a possible ban by January of 2023.
(Annapolis, MD) — Maryland lawmakers have begun hearings on a measure that would ban ghost guns. The untraceable guns are made with parts that are purchased separately and have no serial numbers allowing people to get around background checks. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is in favor of banning the unregulated guns, saying no one should be able to bypass background checks and buy guns off the internet. The bill under consideration in Annapolis would prohibit the sale, receipt and transfer of the parts used to make ghost guns with a possible ban by January of 2023.
Six Flags America Hiring For New Season
Most jobs will be available to applicants 16-years and older, but the park says there are some opportunities for 15-year-olds.
(Bowie, MD) — The calendar says winter, but Six Flags America is already looking forward to spring and summer. The amusement parks says it is looking to hire more than one-thousand employees for its 23rd season which is scheduled to kick off March 19th. Six Flags America says salaries begin at 15-dollars-an-hour and there is a variety of positions the park needs to fill before welcoming guests next month. Most jobs will be available to applicants 16-years and older, but the park says there are some opportunities for 15-year-olds. The park is also offering two signing bonuses, as well as one-day admission tickets for family and friends for the upcoming season.
Black Billionaires Make Potentially Historic Bid To Own NFL Team
If billionaires Robert Smith or Byron Allen acquire the Denver Broncos, one of these men will be the first Black NFL team owner in the sport’s history.
By Brooks Welch
Billionaire entrepreneur Robert Smith and entertainment mogul Byron Allen made their bids for the Denver Broncos franchise.
The Denver Broncos franchise is expected to be up for grabs this off season, the starting price is around $4 billion. If Smith or Allen acquire the team, one of these men will be the first Black NFL team owner in the sport’s history.
According to Black Enterprise, Robert Smith is a 59 year-old billionaire from Denver with an estimated net worth of $6.7 billion – making him the richest Black man in the United States. He’s also known for paying off Morehouse’s Class of 2019 tuition.
According to Afrotech, Byron Allen is one of the wealthiest Black men in entertainment today. Allen is a comedian and producer from Detroit, Michigan. He’s also a businessman and the head of Entertainment Studios. With a net worth of $450 million, Allen has acquired the Weather Channel in 2018 for $300 million and Bayou City Broadcasting for $165 million.
It’s also rumored that legendary rapper Jay-Z has also made a bid for the Denver Broncos.
Rapper Eve’s A New Mom To Healthy Baby Boy
Entertainer Eve welcomed a son, Wilde Wolf Fife Alexander Somers Cooper, with husband Maximillion Cooper on February 1st, 2022.
By Brooks Welch
Entertainer Eve welcomed a son, Wilde Wolf Fife Alexander Somers Cooper, with husband Maximillion Cooper on February 1st, 2022.
Eve is a multi-talented entertainer. As a Grammy award winning artist, she’s best known for her records “What Ya Want,” “Gangsta Lovin,” and “Let Me Blow Ya Mind (featuring Gwen Stefani). As an actress, you’ve most likely seen her in the movie franchise Barber Shop and television show ‘Queens.’
Eve is now a first-time mother. She shared her excitement on February 9th via Instagram: “Words can’t describe this feeling,” writes Eve.
Oprah Announces “Color Purple” Musical Cast
Oprah Winfrey announced the star studded cast list of The Color Purple Musical Film. Read more to see full cast list.
By Brooks Welch
Steven Spielbergy’s 1985 film “The Color Purple” and the The Color Purple Broadway musical (that opened in 2005) have a new adaptation joining the lineage of Alice Walker’s classic 1982 novel. On February 3rd, Oprah Winfrey announced the star studded cast list of The Color Purple Musical Film.
The announced cast list is as follows:
Fantasia Taylor as Celie
Halle Bailey as Nettie
Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery
H.E.R. as Squeak
Danielle Brooks as Sofia
Corey Hawkins as Harpo
Colman Domingo as Mister
Oprah told Vanity Fair, “This ain’t your mama’s Color Purple.” Which, by just a glance of the cast list, goes without saying! The movie will be directed by Blitz Bazawule (director of Beyoncé’s Black Is King), Marcus Gardley (writer for The Chi) as screenwriter, with Oprah Winfrey (played the role of Sofia in 1985 film), Steven Spielberg (director of 1985 film) and Quincy Jones (composer and producer of 1985 film) as producers.
Watch Danielle Brooks’ reaction to Oprah surprising her with huge news!
Motown And Google Partner To Spotlight Black Women Creators
Outstanding Black women in videography, content creation, direction and creative production have the opportunity to work with iconic music label Motown and tech powerhouse Google.
By Brooks Welch
Outstanding Black women in videography, content creation, direction and creative production have the opportunity to work with iconic music label Motown and tech powerhouse Google.
Click here to see Motown’s Instagram post about the initiative.
The Motown Records Creator Program Supported by Google is aligned with Motown’s celebrated commitment to shattering barriers for talented creatives and is also a continuation of Google’s ongoing mission to amplify underrepresented voices in entertainment.
The selected individual will have the opportunity to create content that tells the story of the women of Motown Records, including recording artist Tiana Major9.
Click here to learn more about the initiative.
https://youtu.be/cLmcz0oPHjM
What does it take to get your song on one of the steamiest scenes ever.. On one of the most watched TV Shows on television? Press play to hear how singer/songwriter Atozzio did just that.
You’ll also sit right next to Angela and Autumn as we dish on everything trending. Feel free to comment, too. We’d love to hear from you.
Reporters’ Roundtable
Teen violence, mask controversies, Amir Locke, bomb threats and more.
We’re at the Reporters’ Roundtable with the top stories of the week. A lot of those stories, happening today. A rising wave of teen violence is sweeping across the DC region. Bomb threats at HBCUs and DC schools. Anger over COVID masking stretching from the suburbs to Capitol Hill. We’re also going to talk about the killing of Amir Locke in Minneapolis, Minnesota and the bizarre renaming of a building at the University of Alabama.
COVID-19: What We Know Two Years Later
What has changed since the first cases?
The concern over the ever flowing and ever-changing information about the coronavirus can be overwhelming and downright confusing. We are now two years into the pandemic. What has changed since the first cases?
https://youtu.be/sz9xdxccVUM
The 2022 Oscars Nominations
The nominations are in! Denzel Washington’s record breaking 10th nomination, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Aunjanue Ellis, and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson are among the nominees.
By Brooks Welch
The nominations are in! Did you know that Denzel Washington broke his own record as most-nominated Black actor in the history of the Academy Awards? Washington has been nominated for his 10th Oscar this year for his role as Macbeth in Joel Coen’s The Tragedy of Macbeth. Along with the cinematic legend, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Aunjanue Ellis, and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson are also among the nominees. Tune into the 94th Oscars on Sunday, March 27, 2022 on ABC to root for your favorite films, filmmakers, and artists.
Rather watch the nominees be announced? Click the video below.
The 2022 Oscars Nominations By Category
Best Picture
BELFAST
Laura Berwick, Kenneth Branagh, Becca Kovacik and Tamar Thomas, Producers
CODA
Philippe Rousselet, Fabrice Gianfermi and Patrick Wachsberger, Producers
DON’T LOOK UP
Adam McKay and Kevin Messick, Producers
DRIVE MY CAR
Teruhisa Yamamoto, Producer
DUNE
Mary Parent, Denis Villeneuve and Cale Boyter, Producers
KING RICHARD
Tim White, Trevor White and Will Smith, Producers
LICORICE PIZZA
Sara Murphy, Adam Somner and Paul Thomas Anderson, Producers
NIGHTMARE ALLEY
Guillermo del Toro, J. Miles Dale and Bradley Cooper, Producers
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Jane Campion, Tanya Seghatchian, Emile Sherman, Iain Canning and Roger Frappier, Producers
WEST SIDE STORY
Steven Spielberg and Kristie Macosko Krieger, Producers
Actor in a Leading Role
Javier Bardem in BEING THE RICARDOS
Benedict Cumberbatch in THE POWER OF THE DOG
Andrew Garfield in TICK, TICK…BOOM!
Will Smith in KING RICHARD
Denzel Washington in THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
Actor in a Supporting Role
Ciarán Hinds in BELFAST
Troy Kotsur in CODA
Jesse Plemons in THE POWER OF THE DOG
J.K. Simmons in BEING THE RICARDOS
Kodi Smit-McPhee in THE POWER OF THE DOG
Actress in a Leading Role
Jessica Chastain in THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE
Olivia Colman in THE LOST DAUGHTER
Penélope Cruz in PARALLEL MOTHERS
Nicole Kidman in BEING THE RICARDOS
Kristen Stewart in SPENCER
Actress in a Supporting Role
Jessie Buckley in THE LOST DAUGHTER
Ariana DeBose in WEST SIDE STORY
Judi Dench in BELFAST
Kirsten Dunst in THE POWER OF THE DOG
Aunjanue Ellis in KING RICHARD
Animated Feature Film
ENCANTO
Jared Bush, Byron Howard, Yvett Merino and Clark Spencer
FLEE
Jonas Poher Rasmussen, Monica Hellström, Signe Byrge Sørensen and Charlotte De La Gournerie
LUCA
Enrico Casarosa and Andrea Warren
THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES
Mike Rianda, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Kurt Albrecht
RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON
Don Hall, Carlos López Estrada, Osnat Shurer and Peter Del Vecho
Cinematography
DUNE
Greig Fraser
NIGHTMARE ALLEY
Dan Laustsen
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Ari Wegner
THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
Bruno Delbonnel
WEST SIDE STORY
Janusz Kaminski
Costume Design
CRUELLA
Jenny Beavan
CYRANO
Massimo Cantini Parrini and Jacqueline Durran
DUNE
Jacqueline West and Robert Morgan
NIGHTMARE ALLEY
Luis Sequeira
WEST SIDE STORY
Paul Tazewell
Directing
BELFAST
Kenneth Branagh
DRIVE MY CAR
Ryusuke Hamaguchi
LICORICE PIZZA
Paul Thomas Anderson
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Jane Campion
WEST SIDE STORY
Steven Spielberg
Documentary (Feature)
ASCENSION
Jessica Kingdon, Kira Simon-Kennedy and Nathan Truesdell
ATTICA
Stanley Nelson and Traci A. Curry
FLEE
Jonas Poher Rasmussen, Monica Hellström, Signe Byrge Sørensen and Charlotte De La Gournerie
SUMMER OF SOUL (…OR, WHEN THE REVOLUTION COULD NOT BE TELEVISED)
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Joseph Patel, Robert Fyvolent and David Dinerstein
WRITING WITH FIRE
Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh
Documentary (Short Subject)
AUDIBLE
Matt Ogens and Geoff McLean
LEAD ME HOME
Pedro Kos and Jon Shenk
THE QUEEN OF BASKETBALL
Ben Proudfoot
THREE SONGS FOR BENAZIR
Elizabeth Mirzaei and Gulistan Mirzaei
WHEN WE WERE BULLIES
Jay Rosenblatt
Film Editing
DON’T LOOK UP
Hank Corwin
DUNE
Joe Walker
KING RICHARD
Pamela Martin
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Peter Sciberras
TICK, TICK…BOOM!
Myron Kerstein and Andrew Weisblum
International Feature Film
DRIVE MY CAR
Japan
FLEE
Denmark
THE HAND OF GOD
Italy
LUNANA: A YAK IN THE CLASSROOM
Bhutan
THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD
Norway
Makeup and Hairstyling
COMING 2 AMERICA
Mike Marino, Stacey Morris and Carla Farmer
CRUELLA
Nadia Stacey, Naomi Donne and Julia Vernon
DUNE
Donald Mowat, Love Larson and Eva von Bahr
THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE
Linda Dowds, Stephanie Ingram and Justin Raleigh
HOUSE OF GUCCI
Göran Lundström, Anna Carin Lock and Frederic Aspiras
Music (Original Score)
DON’T LOOK UP
Nicholas Britell
DUNE
Hans Zimmer
ENCANTO
Germaine Franco
PARALLEL MOTHERS
Alberto Iglesias
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Jonny Greenwood
Music (Original Song)
“Be Alive” from KING RICHARD
Music and Lyric by DIXSON and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter
“Dos Oruguitas” from ENCANTO
Music and Lyric by Lin-Manuel Miranda
“Down To Joy” from BELFAST
Music and Lyric by Van Morrison
“No Time To Die” from NO TIME TO DIE
Music and Lyric by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell
“Somehow You Do” from FOUR GOOD DAYS
Music and Lyric by Diane Warren
Production Design
DUNE
Production Design: Patrice Vermette; Set Decoration: Zsuzsanna Sipos
NIGHTMARE ALLEY
Production Design: Tamara Deverell; Set Decoration: Shane Vieau
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Production Design: Grant Major; Set Decoration: Amber Richards
THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
Production Design: Stefan Dechant; Set Decoration: Nancy Haigh
WEST SIDE STORY
Production Design: Adam Stockhausen; Set Decoration: Rena DeAngelo
Short Film (Animated)
AFFAIRS OF THE ART
Joanna Quinn and Les Mills
BESTIA
Hugo Covarrubias and Tevo Díaz
BOXBALLET
Anton Dyakov
ROBIN ROBIN
Dan Ojari and Mikey Please
THE WINDSHIELD WIPER
Alberto Mielgo and Leo Sanchez
Short Film (Live Action)
ALA KACHUU – TAKE AND RUN
Maria Brendle and Nadine Lüchinger
THE DRESS
Tadeusz Łysiak and Maciej Ślesicki
THE LONG GOODBYE
Aneil Karia and Riz Ahmed
ON MY MIND
Martin Strange-Hansen and Kim Magnusson
PLEASE HOLD
K.D. Dávila and Levin Menekse
Sound
BELFAST
Denise Yarde, Simon Chase, James Mather and Niv Adiri
DUNE
Mac Ruth, Mark Mangini, Theo Green, Doug Hemphill and Ron Bartlett
NO TIME TO DIE
Simon Hayes, Oliver Tarney, James Harrison, Paul Massey and Mark Taylor
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Richard Flynn, Robert Mackenzie and Tara Webb
WEST SIDE STORY
Tod A. Maitland, Gary Rydstrom, Brian Chumney, Andy Nelson and Shawn Murphy
Visual Effects
DUNE
Paul Lambert, Tristan Myles, Brian Connor and Gerd Nefzer
FREE GUY
Swen Gillberg, Bryan Grill, Nikos Kalaitzidis and Dan Sudick
NO TIME TO DIE
Charlie Noble, Joel Green, Jonathan Fawkner and Chris Corbould
SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS
Christopher Townsend, Joe Farrell, Sean Noel Walker and Dan Oliver
SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME
Kelly Port, Chris Waegner, Scott Edelstein and Dan Sudick
Writing (Adapted Screenplay)
CODA
Screenplay by Siân Heder
DRIVE MY CAR
Screenplay by Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Takamasa Oe
DUNE
Screenplay by Jon Spaihts and Denis Villeneuve and Eric Roth
THE LOST DAUGHTER
Written by Maggie Gyllenhaal
THE POWER OF THE DOG
Written by Jane Campion
Writing (Original Screenplay)
BELFAST
Written by Kenneth Branagh
DON’T LOOK UP
Screenplay by Adam McKay; Story by Adam McKay & David Sirota
KING RICHARD
Written by Zach Baylin
LICORICE PIZZA
Written by Paul Thomas Anderson
THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD
Written by Eskil Vogt, Joachim Trier
A Boost of Hope: 5 Must See Acts of Kindness
Although life after March 2020 hasn’t been the most convenient, it’s an opportunity for small acts of kindness to shine the brightest.
By Brooks Welch
Since the beginning of the pandemic, we’ve found alternative ways to work, live, and spend time with the people we love. Although life after March 2020 hasn’t been the most convenient, it’s an opportunity for small acts of kindness to shine the brightest. According to a study published by Dartmouth, showing kindness increases your self-esteem, optimism, energy, and happiness. If you need a boost of hope, here’s 5 acts of kindness to inspire you to pay it forward.
5 Acts of Kindness To Give You A Boost of Hope
#1: Man pays for stranger’s groceries
#2: Delivery Man Surprised By Snacks
#3: Teen receives scholarship after act of kindness goes viral
#4: Mother’s act of kindness goes a long way
#5: Teen causes crash to save a woman’s life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_CpUmkFDN0
How have you shown kindness to a stranger lately? Share in our comments, we’d love to hear from you!
Black History Month Celebrations
There are a host of events going on in the District during Black History Month
February is Black History Month and there are a host of activities and events taking place to help celebrate, learn, and get closer to the culture. This morning we talk with organizers of the DC Black History Celebration Committee. My guest is Eric Smith – Board Member of the DC Black History Celebration Committee
The DC Black History Celebration Committee is featuring a host of events and is inviting residents to show their support by displaying committee signs of Black Lives and Black History Matter. Free signs and Black History Month calendars can be picked up at DC public libraries and selected restaurants. For more information go here:
Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.
Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.
Listen to this mornings segment here:
Black History: Black and First
Is it a big deal to the community and those who achieve it?
As we continue our observance of Black History Month, we take a look at black firsts. For example, Dr. Monifa Mcknight is the first woman appointed as superintendent of the Montgomery County Public Schools. There’s of course Kamala Harris, the first woman of color as Vice-President of the United States. But what does it mean to be black and first? Is it a big deal to the community and those who achieve it?
1ST Woman to Head Montgomery County Schools
Dr. Monifa McKnight breaks the glass ceiling.
(Rockville, MD) — Maryland’s largest school district is announcing its new superintendent. Dr. Monifa McKnight was named superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools this morning. She is the first woman in history to lead MCPS. Dr. McKnight has been acting as interim superintendent since the start of the academic year.
And The Beat Goes On: 3 Tips To Keep Your Heart Healthy
Did you know February is also American Heart Health Month? Let’s take a moment to learn more about the organ that keeps you alive and how to keep it healthy.
By Brooks Welch
Take good care of what keeps you going — your heart!
We all know February as the month dedicated to love with heart shapes everywhere you look. But did you know February is also American Heart Health Month? Let’s take a moment to learn more about the organ that keeps you alive and how to keep it healthy.
According to the CDC, one person dies every 36 seconds in the US from a cardiovascular disease. Scary, right? According to WebMD, the issues that lead to a heart attack begin at a microscopic level. Once problems develop in the lining of your arteries, plaque may form which blocks blood flow to the heart. There are many actions you can take to prevent issues with your heart health.
3 Easy Tips To Improve Your Heart Health (according to UCI Health and Harvard Health Publishing):
1. Eat meals that taste good and are good for you
A good rule of thumb is to have one extra fruit or vegetable a day. Superfoods like salmon and avocado also have proven benefits for maintaining a healthy heart.
2. Move your body
Take a walk around your neighborhood or a scenic landscape, turn on WHUR and dance to your favorite songs, or get a good stretch in. Getting active is a wonderful way to stay healthy physically and mentally.
3. Count your blessings
Keeping track of the little things that make you smile will relieve stress which may lead to high blood pressure and heart disease. Being grateful doesn’t only improve your mood but can save your life!
Try adding just one of these tips to your plans this week and share your tips to a healthy heart below!
Watch “4 Tips For A Healthy Heart” by DocUnlock to learn more:
10 Signs Your Teen Is In An Abusive Relationship
If your teen’s partner is jealous, critical, and highly reactive they’re likely in an unsafe relationship. Click to read the full list of signs that a teen you know may be in an abusive relationship.
By Brooks Welch
According to DoSomething.Org, 1 in 3 young people will be in an abusive or unhealthy relationship. Particularly, women between the ages of 16 and 24 are roughly 3 times more likely than the rest of the population to be abused by an intimate partner. Here is a list of 10 signs that a teen you know may be in an abusive relationship.
10 Signs That A Teen You Know Is In An Abusive Relationship (according to FamilyDoctor.Org):
- Their partner is extremely jealous
- Their partner is highly critical, dishes our constant put downs
- Their partner makes all of the decisions
- They no longer spends time with friends and family
- They have unexplained marks and bruises
- They’re overly anxious, grades have dropped
- They’ve lost interest in activities they once enjoyed
- They worry about partner’s reaction to a situation
- They blame themselves for how their partner acts
- They constantly check in and urgently return texts
If you’ve identified any of these signs in someone else, please listen calmly without judgment, remain patient as they may struggle to completely sever ties with their partner. Whether this applies to someone else or yourself, create a plan of action once you’ve identified the relationship as unsafe.
Watch this video on “Intimate Partner Violence” to learn more:
2nd Gentleman Ushered Out Of DC Event Due To Bomb Threat
It happened at Dunbar High School in Northwest Washington, DC.
(Washington, DC) — Secret Service agents ushered Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff out of an event today due to a bomb threat. An agent was heard telling Emhoff, “We have to go.” It happened at Dunbar High School in Northwest Washington, DC. Emhoff’s exit preceded an evacuation alert for the entire school.
The Steve Harvey Morning Show is Sending You To Las Vegas
Listen to the Steve Harvey mornings show for details on how to win a trip to Las Vegas to spend an evening with Silk Sonic.
The Steve Harvey Morning Show’s Silk Sonic Vegas Flyaway
One Grand Prize trip for two including:• Round trip coach airfare for two (2) from a major U.S. airport to Las Vegas• Two nights hotel accommodations at the Park MGM (single room/double occupancy)• Two tickets to an “Evening With Silk Sonic” at Park MGM’s Dolby Live Venue in Las Vegas.
Free Workshops for Job Seekers
Montgomery County Public Libraries are offering online workshops throughout the month of February.
Montgomery County Public Libraries are offering free online workshops for jobs seekers and entrepreneurs during the month of February. I have the details of how you can take advantage of this free service. My guest is Adrienne Van Lare – Program Manager for Workforce Central Programs Team at the Montgomery Count y Public Libraries
Montgomery County Public Libraries are offering free online workshops for jobs seekers and entrepreneurs during the month of February. All workshops are free and offered virtually. Learn about best practices for conducting a job search in the current pandemic job market and more. For more information go here:
Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.
Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.
Listen to this mornings segment here:
Breast Cancer and Clinical Trials
What clinical trials mean for our community.
There would not be COVID vaccines without the clinical trials to develop them. Clinical trials for medical research are not new but we’re hearing so much more about them now because of the many health crises facing us. We talk to a woman who is a breast cancer survivor about the importance of clinical trials what they mean for our community.
Clinical Trial Information
Amir Locke Protests in Minneapolis
Protesters Call For Interim Minneapolis Chief’s Resignation After Police Shooting
(Minneapolis, MN) — Several groups of activists are calling for the interim Minneapolis police chief to resign following a deadly shooting. The groups organized a caravan that drove through Minneapolis last night in protest of last week’s killing of Amir Locke as police carried out a no-knock search warrant. Part of the caravan gathered at what’s thought to be the home of interim Police Chief Amelia Huffman. While outside the home, they called for Huffman’s resignation and chanted the names of Locke and Breonna Taylor. She was killed during a no-knock warrant by Kentucky police in 2020.
Supporting Federal Government Workers
The AAFEA is supporting and helping advancement of African American Federal Worker
Some good news this morning for my federal government workers and those looking to get into the federal government. The African American Federal Executive Association is gearing up for its 20th Anniversary Virtual Celebration and is also recruiting new members. I have details this morning on what you need to do to get connected. My guest is Tyra Dent – President African American Federal Executive Association (AAFEA)
AAFEA is gearing up for its 20th Anniversary Virtual Celebration, February 28th from 7pm to 9m. AAFEA is the leading non-profit dedicated to preparing and supporting African Americans for advancement into and within the senior ranks of the US Government. For more information go here:
Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.
Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.
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Dean Bernard L. Richardson talks about the legacy of Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel and Howard University students who will forgo their traditional Spring Break to spend a week volunteering in marginalized communities. You can support them by giving to WHUR’s Helping Hands Radiothon Sunday, February 27th from 6am to 6pm. Log on to WHUR.com to donate.
https://youtu.be/GXuYBRUnRQU
THE JOURNEY: “A Conversation with Lieutenant Governor Boyd Rutherford”
President Frederick talks with Boyd Rutherford, the Lieutenant Governor for the state of Maryland.
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On today’s episode of “The Journey,” President Frederick talks with Boyd Rutherford, the Lieutenant Governor for the state of Maryland.
Air Date: April 4, 2021