Former Baltimore Ravens running back Jamal Lewis hosted a meet-and-greet to promote the Verizon Super Bowl FanFest, which will take place on Super Bowl Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium, offering a celebration of football, community, and the Ravens’ thrilling playoff journey.
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Keeping blood pressure under control is critical. There’s a new option for tough cases
The FDA has approved renal denervation as a treatment for high blood pressure, which has been shown to reduce blood pressure by 8 to 10 points in some patients, and is being offered by hospitals as they work out who are good candidates.
Posted inNational News
Beyoncé pledges $2.5M to help rebuild historic Black community ravaged by fires
Beyoncé has pledged $2.5 million to help rebuild the historically Black community of Altadena, which was devastated by recent wildfires, in order to preserve the community’s legacy and ensure its resilience.
Posted inNational News
L.A. fires destroy a historic community
The Eaton wildfire in Los Angeles has devastated the Black community of Altadena, with over 10 people dead and thousands of homes destroyed, leaving many families without financial assistance to rebuild their lives.
Posted inWord In Black
How a Miami teen could topple Florida’s gas empire
Six Miami-Dade County residents are suing the Florida Public Service Commission for violating state law by continuing to approve plans heavily reliant on natural gas, which is contributing to climate change and infringing on their fundamental right to a stable climate.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C.’s MLK Peace Walk and Parade to mark 20 year anniversary
The 20th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade will be held indoors at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast D.C. on Jan. 18, featuring a parade, health fair, and student essay competition, with a theme of “Commit to the Noble Struggle for Equal Rights”.
Posted inDistrict of Columbia Government
U.S. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton re-introduces D.C. statehood bill for the 119th Congress
U.S. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton and U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen have introduced a D.C. statehood bill for the 119th Congress, aiming to give D.C. residents voting representation in Congress and full local self-government.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Biden signs RFK Stadium land bill into law
President Biden has signed the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act into law, granting District officials control of the 177 acres that encompass RFK Stadium, allowing for commercial and residential development.
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AFRO Book Corner: Nigerian culinary expert discusses new memoir, importance of sharing culture through food
Iquo Ukoh’s new book, “Memories on a Platter: My Journey with Nigerian Food,” explores the rich culture of Nigerian food, allowing Nigerians and members of the diaspora to understand their relationship with the cuisine.
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N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James recuses herself from investigation into beating death of Robert L. Brooks
New York Attorney General Letitia James has recused herself from the investigation into the beating death of Robert L. Brooks and appointed Onondaga District Attorney William J. Fitzpatrick to handle the case, while Governor Kathy Hochul has ordered an immediate investigation and implemented several new policies at Marcy Correctional Facility to protect the safety of both inmates and employees.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
National Action Network to hold MLK Day breakfast ahead of rally
Rev. Al Sharpton will lead a series of events in Washington, D.C. and New York City during the week of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday to honor his mission and work, and to address voting rights, economic opportunity, and criminal justice reform.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Annual MLK Holiday Prayer Breakfast takes place in nation’s capital
The Annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at Matthews Memorial Baptist Church in Washington D.C. honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recognized community leaders and young leaders of the Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute for their contributions to the community.