Photographer Don Baker speaks to students at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts (Photo by Christina Sturdivant) Native Washingtonian, Don Baker came from very humble beginnings. He graduated from Anacostia High School in Southeast and lost both his parents by age 19. By 21, Baker and his brother garnered a passion for photography and […]
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How Will Boehner’s Resignation Affect the Black Community?
U.S. Rep. John Boehner U.S. Rep. John Boehner’s resignation announcement following Pope Francis’ visit last week, unleashed a wave of concern. Black leaders are wondering how his departure will effect legislation that disproportionately impacts Blacks and other minorities. Over the past five years, as Speaker of the House of Represenatives, Boehner has clashed with a […]
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Carson Raises $20M for ’16 bid in Past 3 Months
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Political newcomer Ben Carson raised more than $20 million in the past three months to fuel his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, his campaign said Wednesday, a haul of campaign cash that shatters records and sets a new bar for his GOP rivals. Republican presidential candidate, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson […]
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Conservative Republicans Plan Govt. Shutdown Over Planned Parenthood Funding
Conservative Republicans in the U.S. House and Senate have pledged to shut down the federal government if Planned Parenthood, the country’s largest provider of reproductive health care services, continues to receive federal funds. On Sept. 28, U.S. Reps. Gwen Moore (D-Wis.) and Alma Adams (D-N.C.) spoke about their support of Planned Parenthood. “Planned Parenthood has played a […]
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Million Man March Marks 20th Anniversary
On Oct. 16, 1995 many converged on the Mall in Washington D.C. Twenty years later, challenges remain. (Photo by JD Howard) The 20th anniversary commemoration of the Million Man March, with the theme of “Justice… or Else!” will take place on Oct. 10 on the National Mall in the District. Nation of Islam Minister Ishmael Muhammad, […]
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Howard University Homecoming 2015 Events
Oct. 1 Howard University Alumni & Friends Scholarship Golf Classic Lake Presidential Country Club, 3151 Presidential Golf Club Dr, Upper Marlboro, Md. 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. LGBTA Renaissance Reception The Founders Library, Browsing Room, 500 Howard Place NW 6:00pm – 9:30pm Oct. 2 ESPN’s His & Hers Live Broadcast Blackburn Center Ballroom, 2397 Sixth […]
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Tonight: AFRO’s First Edition with Sean Yoes, Wednesday, September 30.
Listen at WEAA Live Stream: http://amber.streamguys.com.4020/live.m3u The World Health Organization’s new guidelines on HIV treatment will effect countless millions globally. What do the new guidelines mean for Baltimore? We’ll ask our experts. Plus, our regular contributors the AFRO’s Roberto Alejandro, Taya Graham and Stephen Janis of The Real News Network on Baltimore politics including, the […]
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Teachers Open House Party
The African American Civil War Museum, whose mission includes teaching valuable lessons in freedom, civil rights and justice, will host a free teacher’s open house party on Oct. 8 from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. The free event will include music, educational resources, refreshments and door prizes. To RSVP contact the African American Civil War Museum […]
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PG County Housing Authority Opens Voucher
Prince George’s County Housing Authority will begin its preliminary Housing Choice Voucher Program application online from Oct. 5 – Oct. 16. During this time, anyone who applies has an equal chance to be randomly selected for the 5,000 waitlist slots. Only one application per household will be accepted. For more information, visit the Housing Authority […]
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Delta Alumnae Foundation Town Hall Meeting
The Prince George’s County Delta Alumnae Foundation will host the Delta Teacher Efficacy Campaign Town Hall on Oct.3 at the Prince George’s Community College from 9 a.m. to noon. Panelists include: Renee Roth, Prince George’s County 2015 Teacher of the Year; Sekou Biddle, vice president for Advocacy with the United Negro College Fund; Prince George’s […]
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One Day College Tour
Prince George’s Community College and Bowie State University will host a one day college tour for 7th and 8th grade students. The event will be held on Oct. 2 and the cost will be $25 per child. To download the application go to pgcacdst.org or call the chairperson at 301- 736-3250 for additional information.
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D.C. Unions Leery of D. C.’s Ward 7 Gets Urban Farm Residency Requirement Bill
Council member Jack Evans (D-Ward 2) introduced a bill that would require D.C. workers to live in the District. (Photo credit: D.C. Council ) On Sept. 22 D.C. Council member Jack Evans (D-Ward 2), introduced a bill, “The Jobs for D.C. Residents Amendment Act of 2015,” that would require employees of the Fire and Emergency […]
