President Joe Biden has written a letter to congressional Democrats urging them to end the intraparty drama and focus on defeating Donald Trump in the upcoming election, while Democratic lawmakers weigh whether to support Biden or seek a different candidate.
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Quincy Wilson, a 16-year-old track phenom from Bowie, Md., has been chosen by the U.S. selection committee to be part of the men’s 4×400 relay pool for Team USA’s track and field squad, becoming the youngest male U.S. track and field Olympian in history.
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D.C. Mayor Bowser unveils final phase of Skyland Town Center transformation
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the final phase of a three-part transformation for the Skyland Town Center, bringing 126 townhomes, 75 affordable housing units for seniors, 10,000 square feet for retail, a public square and a plaza to Ward 7.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
Baltimore, D.C. and the surrounding neighborhoods are hosting a variety of events this month, including free health screenings, movie marathons, live concert performances, and more.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
The D.C, Maryland and Virginia area is hosting a range of events this summer, including festivals, museum happenings, panel discussions and bike tours, that will celebrate Black history, culture, and community, as well as educate people on sustainability and urban development.
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AFRO CEO and publisher to be honored by William and Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation
Dr. Frances Murphy Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO American Newspapers, has been named the Featherstone Changemaker Award recipient for her impactful leadership and influence in the community.
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Mayor Bowser and DMPED release report showing fiscal impact of D.C. sports teams and facilities
The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development has released a report showing that sports and entertainment venues in the District have generated $5 billion in 2022, and that a potential Washington Commanders relocation to the city would generate over $1.25 billion in economic revenue.
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D.C. Basketball Hall of Famer James ‘Butch’ McAdams dies
James “Butch” McAdams, a legendary D.C. high school basketball coach and sports talk show host, passed away on June 23, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the sports world and a profound impact on the athletes he coached, sports enthusiasts, and the greater DMV community.
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Supreme Court overturns Chevron: Major blow to consumer protections and regulatory power
The Supreme Court has overturned the 1984 Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council decision, potentially jeopardizing consumer and environmental protections and leading to a new era of regulatory challenges.
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Vice President Kamala Harris speaks two years after Roe v. Wade is overturned
Vice President Kamala Harris and President Biden have been fighting to restore the protections of Roe v. Wade, as 80% of women support increasing access to birth control pills and 57% support an abortion pill.
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Pres. Joe Biden applauds U.S. Supreme Court following United States v. Rahimi
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law banning domestic abusers from possessing firearms, with President Biden and Vice President Harris praising the decision as a victory for survivors of domestic violence.
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ATM bandits have struck again in Bowie, Md., stealing an ATM, scratch-off lottery tickets, alcohol and cigarettes, while health officials in Prince George’s County are urging residents to get tested for HIV and STIs, and Wendell Felder has won the Ward 7 Democratic primary race.
