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.
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Morgan State University hosts 40th Homecoming Gala
Morgan State University held its 40th annual fundraising gala on October 4, with Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott, WBAL TV Co-Anchor Jenyne Donaldson, and Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.-07) in attendance, supporting scholarship funds for current and prospective students.
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Libraries are cornerstones of our communities — and they need our help
Conservative politicians are targeting libraries by introducing bills that threaten librarians with prison time for lending books deemed “age-inappropriate,” while libraries continue to provide essential services to their communities, including career services, free meals, and refuge during heatwaves.
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Family speaks after release of police body cam footage in Sonya Massey killing
Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman, was fatally shot by Sheriff Deputy Sean Grayson inside her home on July 6, sparking national outrage and calls for the passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
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Mindfulness matters: Finding direction in life
Maurice Carroll, founder of Alkemmust Sound Healing, encourages readers to take control of their lives by following directions, allowing themselves permission to explore new ideas, and embracing the outcomes of their actions.
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Maryland Supreme Court will hear OPC’s appeal of $8 million rate increase
By The Office of People’s Counsel The Maryland Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Office of People’s Counsel’s appeal of a 2021 Public Service Commission decision related to an $8 million rate increase for Washington Gas customers. OPC’s appeal argues that the Commission’s rate order failed to enforce a requirement for “merger savings” that […]
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Tony Bennett left his heart to generations of music fans
By David Bauder, AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — What do Paul McCartney, Queen Latifah, Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder have in common? Oh, and Aretha Franklin, k.d. lang, Bono and Billy Joel. Not to mention Carrie Underwood, Judy Garland, John Legend and Placido Domingo. And let’s not forget… Stop. Listing all of the […]
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Congressman Kweisi Mfume Introduces Legislation to Commemorate African American World War II Hero Doris Miller
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) announced the introduction of a pair of bills to commemorate the life and legacy of African American Mess Attendant Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller. During the attack on Pearl Harbor, Mess Attendant Miller manned an anti-aircraft gun and downed enemy planes, despite the fact that the racially segregated steward’s […]
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District centenarian Ruth F. McIlwaine celebrates 100 years
By Reginald Williams, Special to the AFRO, and Alexis Taylor, Managing Editor “I take care of my own affairs,” proclaims Ruth F. McIlwaine. As she prepares to celebrate her 100th birthday, the former Wings Over Jordan Choir (WOJC) member has a voice that is still rich, powerful, and buoyant. The future centenarian makes it known […]
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DNC statement on the Travis, Gregory McMichael and William Bryan verdicts
Today, Gregory McMichael, Travis McMichael, and William Bryan were convicted of the murder of Ahmaud Arbery on varying counts. In response, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie Rollins released the following statement: “While this verdict does not make Ahmaud Arbery’s loved ones whole again, his killers have been held accountable and […]
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Rash Field Park at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor to officially open
Lt. Governor Rutherford, Mayor Scott and others join Waterfront Partnership to kick off opening weekend celebration WHAT: A weekend-long celebration will mark the official opening of Rash Field Park at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with an invite-only ribbon cutting on November 5 followed by activities for the general public November 6-7. On Friday, Waterfront Partnership will be joined by Maryland Lieutenant Governor Boyd Rutherford, Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott, the […]
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Broccoli City Festival returns to RFK Stadium
Broccoli City will be back at RFK Stadium on Oct. 2. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. and Digital Editor mgreen@afro.com After a year of missing live concerts and festivals, Broccoli City, in partnership with Live Nation Urban, is coming to the newly redeveloped RFK Stadium with the organization’s flagship festival on Oct. 2. […]