Krystal Oriandha, a Kenyan American activist, was unanimously elected as the new chair of the Prince George’s County Council. She aims to make the county a national model for child-care access and affordability.
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Shooting at a historically Black university’s homecoming fest in Pennsylvania kills 1 and wounds 6
A shooting during Lincoln University’s homecoming festivities late Oct. 25 left one person dead and six others wounded, turning a night of celebration into tragedy at the historically Black university in Pennsylvania. Authorities detained one person with a firearm and are investigating whether more than one shooter was involved. Officials say there is no ongoing threat to the campus as state police and the FBI assist in the investigation.
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Proactive steps to prevent financial scams targeting seniors
Older adults are especially vulnerable to financial scams, but with some preparation and proactive steps, they can significantly reduce their risk of falling prey.
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Prince George’s County Council passes emergency support legislation for furloughed federal workers
Council Chair Edward P. Burroughs III (D- Prince George’s County- 08) and Councilwoman Wala Blegay (D-Prince George’s County-06) are working hard on behalf of Prince George’s County residents currently experiencing the sting of yet another federal shutdown.
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FBI fires agents photographed kneeling during 2020 racial justice protest, AP sources say
The FBI has fired roughly 20 agents who were photographed kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest in Washington after the death of George Floyd, according to people familiar with the matter. The FBI Agents Association condemned the firings as unlawful, calling on Congress to investigate and accusing Director Kash Patel of violating employees’ rights amid a broader purge that has already fueled declining morale within the bureau.
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Kaepernick backs family’s call for truth with independent autopsy in Delta State student’s death
Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed, who was found dead on campus, to help the family find the truth behind his death.
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Dear White men, why are you so angry?
Social historian Edmond W. Davis challenges White men to confront the roots of their anger despite holding the greatest wealth, power and influence in America. He urges emotionally mature White men to guide younger generations away from rage and violence, warning that unchecked White male extremism poses the nation’s greatest domestic threat.
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47th U.S. president threatens to take over D.C. police again over immigration enforcement
By Gary Fields and Chris Megerian President Donald Trump on Sept. 15 threatened to once again federalize Washington, D.C.’s police force, in what he suggested could come in response to the city’s mayor’s stated refusal to cooperate with immigration enforcement. Trump’s emergency order, which took over the local police force, expired last week. Hours before […]
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Multiple historically Black institutions targeted with threats of violence
Multiple Black institutions, including Virginia State University, Clark Atlanta University and others went into lockdown on Sept. 11 after receiving campus threats. Though the lockdowns have been lifted, officials warn students, faculty and staff that if they “see something, say something.”
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Baltimore doesn’t need occupation — or threats
Baltimore City Mayor Bradon M. Scott and Maryland Governor Wes Moore have made it clear that they will not welcome federal intervention in response to threats from the 47th president of the United States– especially given that crime is down, according to 2025 data.
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An aspiring nurse, a football star, a single mother and a father of two killed in New Orleans attack
A pickup truck crashed into pedestrians on Bourbon Street on New Year’s Day, killing 15 people and injuring 30, with the victims including an 18-year-old girl dreaming of becoming a nurse, a single mother, a father of two, and a former Princeton football star.
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Driver rams New Year’s revelers in New Orleans, killing 10. FBI investigating as ‘act of terrorism’
A driver killed 10 people and injured over 30 when he rammed his pickup truck into a crowd on New Year’s Day in New Orleans, before being shot to death by police.