Hundreds of pastors, clergy, and officers of the Black Church attended a press conference on Presidents Day in response to executive orders by the 47th president of the United States, calling for a nationwide boycott to begin on Ash Wednesday, March 5.
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Posted inCivil Rights
A. Philip Randolph: The organizer of Black labor who left a blueprint for leaders of the future
A. Philip Randolph, the first president of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and Maids, played a significant role in the civil rights movement and labor movement, and is being celebrated as a pioneer for the Black middle class and the fight against discrimination.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Panelists explore intersection of ‘Music and Black Labor’
A panel discussion in Prince George’s County, moderated by Patrick D. McCoy, explored the unjust labor practices faced by African American musicians and vocalists in the music industry, highlighting the need for continued support and recognition of Black labor.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Achieving justice: Former D.C. Mayor Sharon Pratt speaks to new generation
Sharon Pratt, the first female leader of the District of Columbia and first Black woman to serve as mayor of a major urban city, spoke at the Greater Washington Urban League Guild’s MLK holiday prayer brunch, discussing the need for justice and equality in America.
Posted inHealth
Walking pneumonia cases surge
MedStar Health has reported a 356% increase in walking pneumonia cases in October, and physicians suggest that people take preventive measures such as wearing masks and washing hands frequently to reduce the risk of contracting the infection.
Posted in2024 Elections
Vice President Kamala Harris delivers concession speech
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a concession speech at Howard University after losing the 2024 presidential election to former President Donald Trump, who won by a wide margin.
Posted inDMV News
Cell-free schools gaining popularity – even among students
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has issued guidelines limiting the use of cell phones by students during the school day, citing the impact of social media on the mental health of youth, and the policy will become effective in Virginia public schools on Jan. 1, 2025.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Washington teachers’ union reaches tentative five-year contract agreement
The Washington Teachers’ Union and the District of Columbia Public Schools have reached a tentative five-year contract agreement, which includes fair and good pay raises, better conditions, and improved recruitment and retention.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Jury finds final two gang members guilty in murder of 10-year-old Makiyah Wilson
Two men and a woman have been found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit a crime of violence, participation in a criminal street gang, obstruction of justice, and other related firearms offenses in the 2018 murder of 10-year-old Makiyah Wilson.
Posted inNational News
Univ. of South Carolina ‘roast’ of Kamala Harris slated for Sept. 18 despite public outrage
The NAACP has called on the University of South Carolina to cancel an upcoming event featuring right-wing extremist Gavin McInnes, who is set to roast Vice President Kamala Harris, due to the blatant sexist and racist nature of the event and the potential for violence on campus.
Posted inHealth
Montgomery County Board of Education moves to install vape detectors in high schools
Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland has approved a plan to install vape detectors in all high schools this year in an effort to combat the growing problem of students vaping.
Posted inBlack History
Juneteenth festival to include fireworks spectacular in historic Potomac, MarylandÂ
The Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival is set to be bigger and brighter than ever before, with fireworks, live music, and proceeds donated to local nonprofit organizations, celebrating the rich heritage of Black communities and the struggles and triumphs of our ancestors.
