Former D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray won the Democratic primary to reclaim Ward 7 council seat. (AFRO File Photo) Voters in the District of Columbia Democratic Party primary rejected three D.C. Council incumbents and returned a former mayor to the D.C. Council. D.C. Council members Vincent Orange (D-At Large), Yvette Alexander (D-Ward 7) and LaRuby May […]
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Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. Watch Company Releases Limited Edition
Images of Benson Watches new limited Phoenix collection. (Courtesy photo) Benson Watches, a D.C. Black-owned luxury watch company, released its limited edition watch collection, just in time for Father’s Day. “The Phoenix” watch collection is available exclusively on PurchaseBlack.com, a domain for high caliber Black owned products. It was released June 8, featuring a limited […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Tonight: AFRO’s First Edition with Sean Yoes, Wednesday, June 15.
Listen at WEAA Live Stream: http://amber.streamguys.com.4020/live.m3u We’ll get a report on the trial of Caesar Goodson, one of six Baltimore police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray, from legal expert Sheryl Wood of the Wood Law Firm. Plus, The Mod Squad, Taya Graham and Stephen Janis of The Real News Network report on […]
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Johnson Publishing Sells Ebony and Jet Magazines
Ebony and Jet magazine are sold Johnson Publishing Company, a family owned publisher of African American titles based in Chicago, reportedly sold Ebony and Jet magazines to Clear View Group in Austin, Texas a private- equity firm. The surprise announcement follows Kierna Mayo, Editor- in-Chief of Ebony, announcing her departure from the magazine the day […]
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Rapper Lil Wayne Leaves Hospital; He’s Called ‘All Good’
Lil Wayne (AKA Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr.) is in stable condition in Omaha, Neb. after suffering what his publicist described Tuesday, June 14, 2016, as two minor seizures. TMZ has reported that the Grammy-winning rapper’s private jet was forced to make two emergency landings at an Omaha airport Monday afternoon, June 13, and that he […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Juneteenth 150th Anniversary Celebration
The Howard County Center of African American Culture and the Columbia Town Center Community Association are celebrating Juneteenth on June 17 from noon to 8:00 p.m. There will be live music, refreshments, lectures, museum tours and more. All ages welcome and admission is free. The Howard County Center of African American Culture is located at […]
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National Kidney Foundation of Maryland Free Kidney Health Screening
The National Kidney Foundation of Maryland (NKF-MD) will bring its Kidney Health Risk Assessment (KHRA) to the Men and Families Center ConnectFest, taking place on June 23 from 1:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m., at 2222 Jefferson St.-Baltimore 21205. As part of NKF-MD’s mission of early detection and early intervention, this free assessment helps identify adults […]
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Iota Chapter Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority’s Annual Crab Feast
Join Iota Chapter Lambda Kappa Mu for a buffet, open bar, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, dancing and music featuring Jerry Stamper on June 25 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The feast will be at Tiffany’s East Catering, 4116 East Lombard Street, Baltimore, MD 212244. For further information or tickets contact Dorthea Jordan at 410-444-9155.
Posted inNational News
Q&A: What is Net Neutrality and Why Does it Matter?
NEW YORK (AP) — An appeals court on Tuesday upheld “net neutrality” rules that treat the Internet like a public utility and prohibit blocking, slowing and creating paid fast lanes for online traffic. They have been in effect for a year. Here’s a look at what the developments mean for consumers and companies: ___ WHAT IS NET […]
Posted inCongressman Chris Van Hollen's Announcements
Van Hollen Statement on Gun Safety Efforts in Wake of Orlando Massacre
CONGRESSMAN CHRIS VAN HOLLEN Maryland’s 8th District For Immediate Release June 14, 2016 CONTACT: Ian Jannetta – 202-225-1527 Van Hollen Statement on Gun Safety Efforts in Wake of Orlando Massacre Washington, DC – Today Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen released the following statement on gun safety efforts in the wake of the massacre at Orlando’s Pulse nightclub: […]
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Video Release: Governor Larry Hogan: First Two P-TECH Schools Open for This School Year
For immediate release: June 14, 2016 Contact: Hannah Marr hannah.marr@maryland.gov Shareese Churchill shareese.churchill@maryland.gov 410-974-2316 Video Release: Governor Larry Hogan: First Two P-TECH Schools Open for This School Year https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nt3vI8kwkk&feature=youtu.be
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Governor Larry Hogan to Visit Prince George’s County
For immediate release: June 14, 2016 Contact: Hannah Marr hannah.marr@maryland.gov Shareese Churchill shareese.churchill@maryland.gov 410-974-2316 Governor Larry Hogan to Visit Prince George’s County ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan will visit Prince George’s County on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. During this trip, he will meet with local elected officials, tour local businesses, and talk with constituents. The governor’s public schedule is as follows: Wednesday, June 15, 2016 1:15 PM: Governor Hogan to tour Prince George’s […]
