The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) has returned to Baltimore for its annual conference, exploring the impact of African-American history and culture on the nation, with a focus on the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act and the state of Maryland’s rich African American heritage.
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Standing on 132 years of history: A look at the future of the AFRO
The AFRO-American Newspapers, founded by John H. Murphy Sr. in 1892, is still in operation today, with the board and stakeholders working to keep the newspaper’s archives accessible to the public and to determine who will serve as the next successor.
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AFRO-American Newspapers marks 132 years of publishing
The AFRO American Newspapers, founded by John Henry Murphy Sr. in 1892, celebrate 132 years of operation, with the company expanding to 13 editions and becoming one of the largest Black publications in circulation, thanks to the efforts of the Murphy family.
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MoCo Planning Board submits recommendations for updated growth and infrastructure policy
The Montgomery County Planning Board has submitted its updates to the county’s Growth and Infrastructure Policy (GIP) for 2024 to 2028, which includes a request for a Local Area Transportation Review and a 50% impact-tax discount for developers who construct smaller single-family homes.
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Howard University College of Medicine receives transformative $175 million gift
Bloomberg Philanthropies has donated $175 million to the Howard University College of Medicine, the largest donation ever made to HBCUs, in order to reduce student debt costs and continue the school’s mission of advocating for excellence in education and healthcare for underrepresented populations.
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D.C. Attorney General sues StubHub for ‘junk fee scheme’
D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb has sued leading online ticket exchange and resale company StubHub for deceptive pricing practices, accusing the company of hiding additional fees during the purchasing process.
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Commentary: Kamala Harris bags major climate justice endorsement
The Green New Deal Coalition has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential race, citing her record of challenging Big Oil and co-sponsoring the Green New Deal legislation.
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New pedestrian bridge now open in Ward 7
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the grand opening of the new Douglas Street Pedestrian Bridge, which is expected to connect thousands of residents annually and improve pedestrian safety and community connectivity in Ward 7.
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Former president sparks controversy with Black journalists at NABJ annual convention
Former President Donald J. Trump, Republican presidential nominee, caused controversy at the 2024 National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Annual Convention and Career Fair by evading questions and making digs at the moderator, ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott.
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D.C. area under drought watch as heat rises
The D.C. area is now under a drought watch, prompting residents to take measures to reduce water usage and conserve water, as the Potomac River is the main source of water for the region and hot, dry conditions are expected to persist.
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African Diaspora International Film Festival returns to D.C. for 17th year
The African Diaspora International Film Festival D.C. is hosting a three-day event to showcase films from around the world that focus on topics such as women’s rights, colorism, homosexuality, and gender segregation.
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Project FREEDOM unveiled to combat controversial project
Project FREEDOM, a new strategy to engage Black voters in four key battleground areas, aims to provide a policy agenda for Democrats ahead of the November election, focusing on four pillars of freedom to live, learn, vote, and thrive.