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.
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Posted inBaltimore News
Eric Dupree, radio co-host and active community member, dead at 42
Eric Dupree, a part-time driver for former State Sen. Larry Young and radio show co-host, died suddenly at the age of 42, leaving his family struggling to cope with his loss.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. residents enjoy New Year’s Eve Cirque du 2025 International Global Gala
The New Year’s Eve Cirque du 2025 International Global Gala at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington D.C. featured cirque performers, salsa dancers, a live band, a DJ, and appearances by the Washington Nationals’ mascots, Teddy and Abe.
Posted inNational News
California wildfires decimate state’s historic Altadena community
The Eaton fire in Altadena, California has destroyed over 14,000 acres, 7,000 structures, and killed 11 people, with over 75% of Altadena’s Black residents owning their homes.
Posted inNational Sports
Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off for a berth in the AFC championship game
Quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off against each other in the AFC divisional round for a spot in the AFC championship game.
Posted inNational News
California wildfires could be leaving deeper inequality in their wake
The wildfires in the Los Angeles area have devastated the Altadena neighborhood, which has been a haven for generations of Black families, and now residents fear the fires have altered the community’s racial and economic diversity.
Posted inNational Sports
Ravens run over rival Steelers 28-14 in the AFC playoffs
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry combined to lead the Ravens to a 28-14 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC playoffs, with Jackson throwing for two touchdowns and Henry rushing for 186 yards.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
NBC4 Journalist Derrick Ward dies from cardiac arrest
Derrick Ward, a beloved journalist with NBC4 Washington since 2006, has passed away following complications from a recent cardiac arrest, leaving behind a legacy of storytelling, warmth, and humor.
Posted inMaryland News
Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott address historic progress and 2025 public safety priorities
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced a $122 million budget proposal to increase public safety, including an additional $4.2 million for evidence-based community interventions, and highlighted the city’s 20% reduction in homicides in 2023 and 23% in 2024.
Posted inMaryland Government
2025 Maryland General Assembly kicks off
The 2025 Maryland General Assembly session is focused on protecting the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, improving police accountability laws, and addressing a $2.9 million budget deficit.
Posted inCongressional Black Caucus (CBC)
Congressional Black Caucus welcomes new members at swearing-in ceremony
The Congressional Black Caucus of the 119th Congress held a ceremonial swearing-in for its 62 members, including two new Senators, Angela Alsobrooks and Lisa Blunt-Rochester, marking the first time in U.S. history that two African-American women will serve in the United States Senate at the same time.
Posted inTechnology
Black Girls Code: Committed to increasing representation in tech fields
Black Girls Code is an organization that aims to empower Black girls and women in technology fields by providing resources, tools, and opportunities, and has successfully launched one million Black girls, women, and gender expansive youth into tech by 2040.