Officials at Ebenezer AME Church in Fort Washington are upset over a recent Reuter’s story that they say was a distortion of the church’s finances. In the April 1 article “Holy Bubble: Churches Struck Down by Foreclosures,” the Rev. Grainger Browning, senior pastor at Ebenezer, made a general comment regarding the financial difficulties of the […]
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Baltimore Unveils ‘Ray Lewis Way’
Baltimore Ravens star Ray Lewis has been a stabilizing symbol throughout his tenure in the city since being drafted in 1996. After 14 years of dominating the NFL, Lewis is easily the most recognizable sports figure in all of “Cham City.” But even with a résumé that includes 11 Pro Bowl appearances, nine All-Pro team […]
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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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Lena Horne Moves Beyond ‘Stormy Weather’
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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Local Teen Fashionistas Clash in Catwalk Classic
On May 1, students, family and friends filled the seats at Show Place Arena to witness and cheer for their respective high schools in the “2010 Teen Take Over High School Fashion Show Battle,” a fashion “walk-off” between 12 high schools in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia metropolitan area. Students were the force behind […]
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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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District’s Jobless Picture Brighter
Joblessness among African Americans constitutes the largest population of individuals out of work. And, in the nation’s capital where finding jobs might become easier, the unemployment rate still hovers at just 10 percent. For instance, in January the local rate had swelled to more than 12 percent, with just 16 states and the District […]
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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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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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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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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 […]