Lena Horne harbored a tempestuous relationship with her own striking beauty. Her appearance provided a gilded pathway to prominence, but also constructed the glass ceiling that stymied her career during the early 20th century. Yet, Horne’s beauty did not eclipse her talents and innate showmanship, although she was initially a reluctant entertainer. “I didn’t want […]
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Lanham Resident Launches Campaign for District 23A Seat
Lanham resident and real estate attorney, Nicole Williams will officially launch her campaign for District 23A’s state delegate this week. “There are a lot great things going on in Prince George’s County and there are a lot of great things going on in District 23, but we can do better,” Williams said. “One of the […]
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Obama Makes Supreme Court Nomination
After weeks of speculation, President Obama on May 10 nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to succeed retiring Associate Justice John Paul Stevens on the U.S. Supreme Court. “While we can’t presume to replace Justice Stevens’ wisdom or experience, I have selected a nominee who I believe embodies that same excellence, independence, integrity, and passion for […]
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Maryland Orthopedic Surgeon Set to Operate Overseas
There aren’t too many health initiatives that provide free surgery, so Maryland orthopedic surgeon Dr. Rinelda Horton is trying something new. Horton’s group, Women Orthopedist Global Outreach (WOGO), is a not-for-profit volunteer medical service organization and the newest member of Operation Walk. Operation Walk is the 16-year-old non-profit volunteer medical service group that provides free […]
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City Finds Money for Teacher Contract
Now that the District has found a way to come up with the $38.8 million needed to fund teacher salaries, pay raises and bonuses, the new teacher contract that was tentatively agreed upon last month by Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee and Washington Teachers Union can most likely proceed. At this point, its only detriment would […]
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City Council Opposes Fingerprint Data Program
The District of Columbia City Council is considering action that will keep police from joining a program which shares fingerprint data with federal immigration authorities. A bill was recently introduced to the Council by At-Large Councilman Phil Mendelson and has the backing of most of his peers. The bill, which has been referred to the […]
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Suspect Sought in Largo-Area Bank Robberies
Prince George’s County Police Department has released surveillance photos of a suspect sought in several bank robberies in the Largo area. Officials say the suspect walked inside the SunTrust Bank at 24 Watkins Park Dr in Kettering on March 12, posing as a customer. Once inside, they say, the suspect handed the teller a note […]
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Mayor Honors Baltimore City Moms
In celebration of Mother’s Day, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake hosted the 4th Annual Baltimore’s Top Neighborhood Moms luncheon, which she founded while serving as City Council president. The 25 Top Neighborhood moms were nominated by their neighborhood associations in recognition of their efforts to keep their communities safe and strong. Contest winners do not have to […]
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New Bill to Provide Tax Relief to Pr. George’s Homeowners
Gov. Martin O’Malley last week signed a bill into law that would provide tax relief for Maryland homeowners. The bill, which was sponsored Sen. Douglas J.J. Peters (D-Dist. 23), will provide $18 million in tax relief to county homeowners. Peters said residents made it clear something needed to be done to protect them from skyrocketing […]
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Davis Snubs Prominent Black Ala. Political Groups
Rep. Artur Davis (D-Ala.) will not seek endorsements from his state’s major Black political groups in his quest to become governor of Alabama. Davis has decided not to go through a traditional candidates screening process with the Alabama New South Coalition, the Alabama Democratic Congress and the Jefferson County Citizens Coalition. Davis told the Montgomery […]
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Howard University Honors Justice Sotomayor, among a Host of Luminaries
Howard University held its 142nd commencement ceremonies on May 8 amid sunny skies and a stiff wind at the Upper Quadrangle on the school’s main campus. Many luminaries attended the ceremony including former congressman and current NBC News Analyst Harold Ford Jr; former adviser to Pres. Clinton and Howard board member Vernon Jordan; and A. […]
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White House Officials to Address Graduating HBCU Students
Several officials from President Obama’s administration are scheduled to give commencement addresses at historically Black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, across the country. In all, 11 commencement addresses are scheduled to be given by White House officials, continuing the commitment Obama has shown to HBCUs. “We’re not only doing this because these schools are a […]