By DaQuan Lawrence, AFRO International Writer, DLawrence@afro.com As the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom (MOW) gathered in the nation’s capital for the 60th anniversary of the 1963 call for civil liberties and human rights, a group of Howard University women volunteered for the event. They were part of the Aug. 26 march that […]
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DTLR brings ‘Welcome Back’ Tour to several HBCUs in Maryland, D.C. and Delaware
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com DTLR, a Maryland-based streetwear and footwear brand, returned to several campuses in D.C., Maryland and Delaware for its “Welcome Back” HBCU Tour on Aug. 23, 25, 29 and 31. The lifestyle brand brought musical acts, photo booths, food trucks and giveaways to students at Howard University (HU), Morgan […]
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D.C. attorney general delivers advisory on restaurant service fees increases
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb released a Supplemental Business Advisory underscoring the businesses’ legal responsibility to properly disclose all extra fees at the beginning of the month on Aug. 9. The advisory aims to ensure restaurants know how to abide by D.C.’s Consumer Protection Procedures Act (CPPA), which […]
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JPMorgan Chase announces Global Economic Forum and National Minority Supplier collaboration
By Chrisleen Herard, Special to the AFRO JPMorgan Chase recently held a ceremony at their regional headquarters in D.C. to celebrate Black Business Month and the new partnership of The Global Black Economic Forum and the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). This collaboration was formed to provide resources for historically underserved business owners and […]
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D.C. Public School scholars return to classes with special guests
By AFRO Staff More than 50,000 scholars were welcomed back to District of Columbia Public Schools on Aug. 28. Elected officials joined two select schools to uplift and inspirescholars to start their year on a good note. Raymond Elementary School and Eliot Hine Middle School were both visited by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser in addition […]
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New Bethel Baptist hosts back to school community day
By AFRO Staff New Bethel Baptist Church, led by The Rev. Dexter Nutall, hosted a back to schoolcommunity day on Aug. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers helped operate a wide range of activities and educational tables for children and families to enjoy. A few of the on-site vendors and offerings included the […]
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District officials participate in International Overdose Awareness Day
By AFRO Staff Access to resources was a key focus on Aug. 31 as organizations and agencies across the country worked to promote International Overdose Awareness Day. In the nation’s capital, Mayor Muriel Bowser stressed the importance of access to care, education and harm reduction tools to curb opioid overdoses in the District. “We want […]
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AFRO Publisher Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper Makes PBS-TV Appearance, Unveils New Project for the Newspaper
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia In a captivating interview held at the National Newspaper Publishers Association’s studios in Washington, Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, the Chairwoman of the Board and Publisher of the AFRO American Newspapers, reflected on the remarkable journey of the Murphy family and the 131-year legacy of the […]
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Teen fatally stabbed in dispute at McDonald’s restaurant
By Chrisleen Herard Special to the AFRO Just hours Naima Liggon was to begin her first day of school at Thomas Stone High School, she was fatally stabbed to death by another 16-year-old girl outside of a McDonald’s restaurant. On Aug. 27, around 2:00 a.m., authorities responded to a call from the Howard University Hospital […]
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How artificial intelligence powers the skin care design of GLO30
By Dareise A. Jones, Special to the AFRO GLO30 is a facial and non-invasive skincare brand that offers proprietary treatments, including the monthly FreshGLO facial, and the NanoGLO micro infusion facial. The company prides itself on its proprietary artificial intelligence (AI), GLOria, which they say is the industry’s first AI technology used to customize treatments […]
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Thousands converge on National Mall to mark the March on Washington’s 60th anniversary
By Aaron Morrison and Ayanna Alexander AP National Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands converged Saturday, Aug. 26 on the National Mall for the 60th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s March on Washington, saying a country that remains riven by racial inequality has yet to fulfill his dream. “We have made progress, over the […]
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Le Dîner en Blanc set to return to Washington D.C.
By Aniya Greene, Special to the AFRO Washington, D.C. is set to transform into a sea of white on September 9 as the highly anticipated Le Dîner en Blanc descends upon the nation’s capital once again. This event, known for its alluring and secretive nature, promises an unforgettable evening of elegance and togetherness. It will […]
