By Frances “Toni” Draper, AFRO CEO and Publisher When my grandfather, Carl J. Murphy, Ph. D., wrote of World War II as “our war,” it was an acknowledgement of how near the global conflict was to the Black community. This book was originally published in 1945, just months after the Allied victory, when the ripple […]
Category: Washington D.C. News
Posted inNational News
G.I. Restoration Act of 2023: Federal legislation aims to restore benefits denied Black veterans in original G.I. bill
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO Contributing Editor, dbailey@afro.com The G.I. Restoration Act of 2023, introduced in Congress this year by Assistant Democratic Leader Jim D. Clyburn (D-SC-6) and Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA), aims to change life in America for Black descendants of World War II veterans who were denied the benefits of the original G.I. Bill […]
Posted inBUSINESS
AT&T executive LaTara Harris leaves corporate America to head Crittenton Services of Greater Washington
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com LaTara Harris, the former director of external and legislative affairs for AT&T in the Mid-Atlantic region, has returned to the nonprofit sector. Harris, who previously worked for the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education (MBRT), became the CEO and president of Crittenton Services of Greater Washington (Crittenton) on Oct. […]
Posted inPrince George's County News
Jawando exits U.S. Senate race: Pledges support to Alsobrooks
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO Contributing Editor, dbailey@afro.com Montgomery County councilman Will Jawando has exited the race for U.S. Senate and thrown his support behind Democratic Candidate Angela Alsobrooks. At a rally in Baltimore on Oct. 23, Jawando issued a speech, along with Governor Wes Moore and many other leaders, fully supporting Alsobrooks. “It’s time now […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
DC Council confirms Police Chief Pamela A. Smith
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor, afields@afro.com The AFRO sends congratulations to Pamela A. Smith for being selected as the permanent Police Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department. Smith is the first Black female police chief in the organization’s 162 year history. She was unanimously confirmed by the DC Council on Nov. 7. “Our community […]
Posted inNEWS
Thousands participate in 48th Marine Corps Marathon
By Ashleigh Fields AFRO Assistant Editor Members of the U.S. Marine Corps gathered in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 29 to support veterans and honor members of the community at the 48th annual Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). The mission of the MCM is to promote physical fitness, generate goodwill and showcase the organizational skills of the […]
Posted inHealth
Start shopping: Enrollment begins Nov. 1 for most Obamacare insurance plans
By Julie Appleby, By KFF Health News For millions of Americans who buy their own health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace, the end of the year brings a day of reckoning: It’s time to compare benefits and prices and change to a new plan or enroll for the first time. Open enrollment starts […]
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Fall back: How daylight saving time can seriously affect your health
By Claire Savage and Melissa Perez Winder, The Associated Press/Report for America CHICAGO (AP) — Brunch dates and flag football games might be a little easier to get to this Sunday, when phones grace early-risers with an extra hour of rest before alarm clocks go off. The downside: Next week across most of the U.S., […]
Posted inAfro Briefs
PRESS ROOM: NCNW Uncommon Height Awards Gala back for 18th year
By Black PR Wire (Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) announced the Uncommon Height Awards Gala will return on Dec. 8 for the 18th year. The biennial event will be held at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort in Oxon Hill, Md. This event is the organization’s signature […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Marine Corp Marathon continues celebration of country’s active duty servicemen, women and veterans
By Gene Lambey, Special to the AFRO This year marked the 48th annual Marine Corp Marathon as thousands upon thousands of runners participated in two-day running events across Washington D.C. The Marine Corp Marathon hosted its 48th annual race to celebrate and uplift active and retired military service people, honoring their hard work for our […]
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AFRO News to host “A Salute to Our Veterans”
By Abel Communications This Veteran’s Day, the AFRO will proudly host “A Salute to Our Veterans, a luncheon recognizing Black veterans across generations, from World War II to the globe’s most recent battles. Maryland Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Anthony C. Woods, will deliver a keynote address to military honorees and esteemed guests. As […]
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Third time’s a charm: John Kim wins 17th Street High Heel Race once again
By Adriana Navarro, Special to the AFRO It was all over in a matter of seconds. That’s how long it took for John Kim, 28, to sprint five blocks down 17th Street in a pink leotard, fishnets, a flowy skirt and tall stiletto boots. The victory marked the third time Kim has won the 17th […]
