The career of Baltimore’s first African-American police commissioner, Bishop Robinson. Sgt. Bishop Robinson. 1969. Eastern District Commander, Captain Bishop Robinson Sr. at the promotion ceremonies with his wife, Rhonda, son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Bishop Robinson Jr. September, 1971. Col. Bishop L. Robinson, chief of patrol. Oct. 25, 1971. Deputy Commissioner Bishop Robinson. […]
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Judge Spikes Photo ID Requirement for Pa. Voters
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania judge on Friday struck down a requirement that nearly all of the state’s 8.2 million voters show photo identification at the polls, saying it imposes an unreasonable burden on the right to vote and that officials failed to demonstrate the need for it. “Voting laws are designed to assure […]
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Maryland Lawmakers Take Up Fight to Raise Age on Smoking Ban
Maryland lawmakers want to make it tougher for teenagers to buy cigarettes in the state under legislation just-proposed to increase the legal age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21 years old. State Sen. Jennie Forehand (D-Montgomery County) is spearheading the legislation with a bill she filed Jan. 16 in the Maryland General Assembly. […]
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Appeals Court ‘Net Neutrality’ Ruling Clouds Internet Access
A federal court ruling on Jan. 14 striking down “net neutrality” could forever change consumers’ access to the full Internet experience, observers say. Web surfers could find themselves having to pay to watch videos on YouTube or seeing traffic on their favorite news site slow to a crawl now that the court has overturned a […]
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Local Dancer Mari Travis to Dance at Kennedy Center
In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, Jan. 20, the Kennedy Center will host “Let Freedom Ring,” praising the work and ministry of Dr. King through song and dance. Baltimorean Mari Travis, has been selected to dance as international singer, Dionne Warwick performs. Also selected to dance is Flair dancer, Christine Wyatt. Free […]
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18th Annual City Schools Basketball Academy at Morgan
Returning for its 18th year, the Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) Basketball Academy is the largest and most successful program of its kind—immersing high school athletes in academics, financial literacy, rites of passage, gang awareness, bullying prevention and competitive basketball games. Over the years, the Academy has awarded over $105,000 in scholarships and has prepared […]
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Care Mandatory Under Affordable Care Act Measures
Uninsured Marylanders dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues now have more options for coverage as a result of the Protection and Affordable Care Act, or PPACA. The marketplace exchange began a tumultuous enrollment period on Oct. 1 and, as with coverage for individuals using medical assistance, benefits applied for before the Dec. 24 […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
DC Council to Take up Pot Decriminalization Bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — District of Columbia lawmakers are scheduled to vote on legislation that would decriminalize small amount of marijuana. The bill is being taken up Wednesday by the D.C. Council’s public safety committee. The measure would eliminate criminal penalties for people who possess one ounce or less of marijuana. Instead, they would be fined […]
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D.C. Mayor to Sign Bill Raising DC’s Minimum Wage
WASHINGTON (AP) — D.C.’s mayor will sign a bill to raise the city’s minimum wage to $11.50 in 2016. Democratic Mayor Vincent Gray will sign the measure Wednesday morning. The D.C. Council approved the increase last month. The District of Columbia’s current minimum wage is $8.25. The bill will raise the minimum wage to $9.50 […]
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Wesley Theological Seminary Offers Opportunities for Prospective Students to Visit Campus
Wesley Theological Seminary will invite all prospective students to attend one of several discernment events on campus this winter and spring. Window on Wesley and Welcome Table offer opportunities for students to get to know the Wesley community and to experience a day-in-the-life of a Wesley seminarian. Both Window on Wesley and Welcome Table include […]
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Tennis Legend James Blake to be Honored at Annual Tennis Ball
The Washington Tennis & Education Foundation will honor tennis legend and philanthropist James Blake with its 2014 Champion of Tennis Award. The honor will be presented at the annual WTEF Tennis Ball on May 9, 2014 at the Ritz Carlton in the District. James Blake inspired the world during a 14-year tennis career that featured […]
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American Federation for Children to Host ‘Put Kids First Rally’
The American Federation for Children will partner with 16 other organizations to announce the “Put Kids First Rally” celebrating 2014 National School Choice Week. The broad coalition of organizations will come together to rally in support of school choice on Jan. 29 at 10 a.m. at Upper Senate Park, located immediately north of the U.S. […]
