The Apollo Theater in Harlem has been awarded the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors, marking the first time a venue has received this honor, recognizing its significant impact on American culture and the performing arts.
Category: Washington D.C. News
Posted inNational News
Solidarity in action: Black Americans raise millions for Harris, send strong message against Trump
Over 50,000 Black men raised over $1.3 million for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign on a Zoom call, while 40,000 Black women raised $2 million in a separate call, in a powerful show of unity and support against former President Donald Trump.
Posted inHealth
How climate change is affecting youth sports
Youth athletes in the D.C.-Maryland area are at risk of being affected by rising temperatures and heat stroke, with football players and women’s cross country athletes being most at risk, as evidenced by a study and a lawsuit filed by the parents of a deceased football player.
Posted inNational News
Kamala Harris endorsed for president by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, other Maryland leaders
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President in the 2024 election, joining other prominent Democrats in their support of her candidacy.
Posted inOpinion
Black Vote Black Power: Kamala Harris for President
President Joe Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s new nominee for re-election, shifting the momentum away from the Republican Party and towards the Democrats, who must now unite behind Harris to defeat Donald Trump.
Posted inBaltimore News
AFRO Interns on the move: Meet the next generation of Black journalists
The AFRO Interns have been working hard this summer, covering a range of important topics and contributing to the publication’s mission of amplifying diverse voices and stories within the Black community.
Posted inDMV News
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
The D.M.V. area is hosting a variety of family-friendly events this summer, including the DMV Made Festival, Broccoli City Festival, Kids World 2024, and Black Health Connect: DC 2024 Mixer, as well as virtual events such as Breaking the Chains: Decriminalizing Mental Illness in the Justice System and Virtual Writing Hour.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
NATO leaders recognize 75 years at 2024 NATO Summit in Washington D.C.
NATO members celebrated 75 years since signing the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington D.C., discussing ways to ensure collective defense and supporting Ukraine against Russia, with President Biden stating that Ukraine will prevail against Russia with NATO’s full support.
Posted inCommentary
Stop the lynching of President Joe Biden
Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. has called for a record voter turnout in the upcoming 2024 election to protect democracy and freedom, and has criticized those who are calling for President Joe Biden to step down.
Posted inNational News
Trump challenges Biden, teases VP selection upon return to campaign trail
Former President Donald Trump returned to the campaign trail on July 9 with a televised rally in Florida, challenging President Biden to a debate and a game of golf, while denying involvement with Project 2025.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Hot off the press: News impacting the Black community in D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
A six-year-old boy was shot and killed during a Fourth of July celebration in Temple Hills, MD, while four people have died from heat-related deaths in Prince George’s County, and a rash of armed bank robberies have been reported in the region.
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
Northwest D.C.’s newest attraction: Gold Clover Bar
Antoine Lyers has opened Gold Clover Bar in Shaw, D.C., offering affordable drinks and a welcoming atmosphere, with a focus on pop culture and community, and a collection of vinyl records to add to the atmosphere.