NBC News is being accused of “whitewashing” following the departure of “Today” cohost Tamron Hall earlier this week and the expected addition of former FOX News host Megyn Kelly to its morning lineup. This Sept. 26, 2016 photo released by NBC shows “Today” anchor Tamron Hall on the set in New York. Hall is leaving […]
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Posted inCongressman Chris Van Hollen's Announcements
Van Hollen: Trump Backtracks on Promise to Reduce Drug Prices for Seniors and Families
For Immediate Release January 31, 2017 CONTACT: Bridgett Frey – 202-228-0668 Van Hollen: Trump Backtracks on Promise to Reduce Drug Prices for Seniors and Families Washington, DC – Today U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen issued the following statement about reports that, following a meeting with pharmaceutical companies, President Trump has dropped his campaign promise to let Medicare negotiate […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore, U.S. Reach Consent Decree over Policing
BALTIMORE (AP) — The city of Baltimore and the U.S. Justice Department have reached agreement on a consent decree that will require the city to reform its police department. Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh and U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch will announce the details of the consent decree at City Hall on Thursday morning. Before the […]
Posted inLieutenant Rutherford's Announcements
Public Schedule for Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford for Tuesday, January 10, 2017
For immediate release: January 9, 2017 Contact: Hannah Marr hannah.marr@maryland.gov Shareese Churchill shareese.churchill@maryland.gov 410-974-2316 Public Schedule for Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford for Tuesday, January 10, 2017 ANNAPOLIS, MD – The public schedule for Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford for Tuesday, January 10, 2017 includes the following: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 4:00 PM: Lt. Governor Rutherford to […]
Posted inAfro Briefs
Boy, 3, Out Shopping with Grandma Dies in Road Rage Shooting
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A 3-year-old boy being taken on a shopping trip by his grandmother was killed in a road rage shooting when a driver opened fire on the grandmother’s car because he thought she “wasn’t moving fast enough at a stop sign,” police said. The boy and his grandmother were at the stop sign […]
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How to Shop Black on Black Friday
This list is no simple collection of online stores. This one is focused on makers — African Americans entrepreneurs who have embraced the idea of creating change and community wealth by creating things with their own hands. Sisters Darle and Lizzy Okpo of William Okpo. (Courtesy photo) We scoured the web to find those businesses […]
Posted inSports
New-Look Wizards Look Like Old Wizards
A new coach, new players and a new attitude wasn’t enough to save the Washington Wizards from another dismal start. Washington (1-3) has limped out the gate of the 2016-2017 season despite a relatively healthy roster and shiny new coach in Scott Brooks. Brooks is still settling in on rotations and lineups while star guard […]
Posted inComptroller Franchot's Announcements
Media Advisory: Comptroller Franchot to Present Proclamation to Baltimore Restaurant and Take Tour
Comptroller Franchot to Present Proclamation to Baltimore Restaurant and Take Tour WHO: Comptroller Peter Franchot WHAT: Comptroller Franchot will present a proclamation to and tour Parts & Labor Restaurant and Butchery on Tuesday. Located in the Remington neighborhood of Baltimore, the restaurant serves locally sourced meat and spirits and has helped to transform a […]
Posted inBGE Announcements, Maryland Government
BGE Press Release: BGE Announces Nine New Annual Scholarships to Mark Company’s 200th Anniversary
Good morning, Please consider the attached announcement from BGE in upcoming news. Thank you. BGE Announces Nine New Annual Scholarships to Mark Company’s 200th Anniversary Through a partnership with the nonprofit Central Scholarship, the BGE Scholars Program will help students further their education BALTIMORE (Oct. 31, 2016) – At the start of the year, BGE […]
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Reminder: Media Advisory: Comptroller Franchot to Help Neighborhoods United Build New Park Heights Playground
Comptroller Franchot to Help Neighborhoods United Build New Park Heights Playground Community leaders will join in official ribbon-cutting ceremony WHO: Comptroller Peter Franchot WHAT: Comptroller Franchot will join George Mitchell and members of Neighborhoods United this afternoon in the Park Heights neighborhood to construct a new playground and later taking part in a ribbon-cutting […]
Posted inGovernor Hogan's Announcements
Public Schedule for Governor Larry Hogan for Sunday, October 30, 2016
For immediate release: October 28, 2016 Contact: Hannah Marr hannah.marr@maryland.gov Shareese Churchill shareese.churchill@maryland.gov Public Schedule for Governor Larry Hogan for Sunday, October 30, 2016 ANNAPOLIS, MD – The public schedule for Governor Larry Hogan for Sunday, October 30, 2016 includes the following: Sunday, October 30, 2016 11:00 AM: Governor Hogan to deliver remarks at United […]
Posted inCongressman Chris Van Hollen's Announcements
WEEKEND: Van Hollen to Speak with Voters Across the State
For Planning Purposes October 28, 2016 CONTACT: Bridgett Frey press@vanhollen.org 301-942-3768 WEEKEND: Van Hollen to Speak with Voters Across the State Kensington, MD — This weekend, Chris Van Hollen will speak with voters across the state about his commitment to boost local economies, strengthen schools, expand workforce training, and support our veterans and seniors. . […]
