By Mekhi Abbot, Special to the AFRO The Howard Bison are on their way to the Cricket Celebration Bowl after defeating the Morgan State Bears on Nov. 18 earning their second consecutive Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) championship. The Bison won the matchup with a final score of 14-7. “Offensively, our keys to victory were that […]
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Maryland boxer Anwar ‘The Silent Assassin ’Wingate found dead in Northwest,D.C. parking garage
By Chrisleen Herard, Special to the AFRO Anwar “The Silent Assassin” Wingate stood at 160 pounds in a Baltimore boxing ring against Malik Chapman on Sept. 30 for what would be his last fight and second knockout victory in his transient pro boxing career. The next match was scheduled in just a few weeks, however, […]
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AFRO spotlight on Black excellence: Sweet Potato Cake turns family recipe into District staple
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com While New York is renowned for the cheesecake, a Black-owned bakery is ensuring Washington D.C. is known for the sweet potato cake. DC Sweet Potato Cake, established in 1988 relies on the sweet potato as its main ingredient for cakes and pies. Formerly known as Delectable Cakery, the […]
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AFRO inside look: how to survive the holiday season with ease
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The holidays can be a very strenuous and stressful time of the year in more ways than one. While many people look forward to the holidays, others dread them because of the emotions that come with the occasion. The pressure to “show up and show out” can be […]
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AFRO team members reveal reasons to be thankful in 2023
By AFRO Staff This week, members of the AFRO team highlighted all of the reasons why they are thankful in the year 2023. Through the ups and downs, there are plenty of reasons to be “grateful,” which is defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as being “appreciative of benefits received.” From family and friends to good health, […]
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Community responds to Mayor Muriel Bowser’s newest anti-crime legislation
By Helen BezunehSpecial to the AFRO D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser recently unveiled a new legislative initiative to address crime trends in the nation’s capital. The proposed legislation, known as the Addressing Crime Trends Now Act (ACT Now), aims to promote public safety by empowering law enforcement to effectively hold criminals accountable for their actions. “The […]
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Morgan State University’s D.C. Metro Alumni Chapter hosts 75th commemorative event
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor Morgan State University alumni gathered at Boeing Headquarters in Arlington, Va. on Nov. 13 to celebrate 75 years of service to their institution. The group hosted historically Black college and university (HBCU) presidents from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), Tennessee State University (TSU) and Morgan State University (MSU) […]
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Ward 8 residents express concern about effects of retail theft in food deserts
By Adriana Navarro, Special to the AFRO Ward 8 residents are concerned that retail theft is threatening the survival of the area’s only grocery store, a Giant located at 1535 Alabama Ave. in Southeast, D.C. Across the country, major companies like Target are combatting retail theft by taking their businesses elsewhere. “I will get mad […]
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Morgan State Alumni gather to reimagine HBCUs beyond 2024
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor, afields@afro.com The D.C. metropolitan Area Alumni Chapter of the Morgan State University Alumni Association gathered on Nov.13 to acknowledge 75 years of existence. The group used the occasion to celebrate, network and hold important discussions about the impact and future of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). “I would […]
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Combatting Diabetes: A Multifaceted Approach to Community Well-Being
By Kimberly Harris Diabetes is a pervasive health issue in the U.S., affecting nearly 1 in 10 Americans, with an additional 88 million adults at risk of developing the disease. The economic ramifications are staggering, contributing significantly to healthcare costs to the tune of $327 billion annually through both direct medical costs and the toll […]
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New anti-obesity drugs approved, but still out of reach for many Black Americans
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO Contributing Editor, dbailey@afro.com A new class of weight loss medications are bringing hope to the more than 70 percent of Americans who are classified as medically overweight (BMI = 25-29.9) or obese (BMI = 30 or greater). The obesity rate of Black Americans clocking in at the highest among U.S. ethnic […]
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Remembering Aaron Spears: How DMV drummers mourn the loss of a drumming legend
By Ericka Alston Buck Special to the AFRO The world of music was hit with a devastating blow when the news of Aaron Spears’ passing reverberated across social media. Spears, a highly accomplished and respected drummer, known for his exceptional talents and contributions to the music industry, left an indelible mark during his impressive career. […]
