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Posted at 03:45 PM ET, 06/15/2012
Answering fatherhood’s necessary call
By Mike Tucker Jr.
ESSAY | Although I almost missed it, fatherhood called and I answered.
By Mike Tucker Jr. |
03:45 PM ET, 06/15/2012 |
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Posted at 05:45 AM ET, 06/15/2012
Father’s Day: The power of one
By Roland Warren
ESSAY | Fatherhood is about changing one child’s life for the better.
By Roland Warren |
05:45 AM ET, 06/15/2012 |
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Posted at 05:15 AM ET, 06/15/2012
On fatherhood: The luck of a daughter
By Panama Jackson
ESSAY | The word ‘daughter’ tends to strike fear in most men.
By Panama Jackson |
05:15 AM ET, 06/15/2012 |
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Posted at 12:42 PM ET, 06/13/2012
Caribbean oracle Von Martin hosts Father’s Day comedy festival
By Erin Williams
The Caribbean oracle will host the 24th annual Caribbeana Comedy Festival this weekend.
By Erin Williams |
12:42 PM ET, 06/13/2012 |
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Posted at 10:59 AM ET, 06/13/2012
Jimmie Walker talks ‘Good Times,’ Jay Leno and working the chitlin circuit
By Erin Williams
In his new memoir “Dyn-O-Mite!” the standup actor discusses the highs and lows of comedic life.
By Erin Williams |
10:59 AM ET, 06/13/2012 |
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Posted at 05:27 PM ET, 06/11/2012
Former D.C. Council Chairman Kwame Brown, another example of corrupt Democrats
By Crystal Wright
OPINION | After another scandal, it’s time D.C. residents give Republicans a chance.
By Crystal Wright |
05:27 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |
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Posted at 02:13 PM ET, 06/11/2012
2012 Toyota Prius v reviewed
By Mike Tucker Jr.
REVIEW | The Prius v will appeal to just about anyone that will give it a chance.
By Mike Tucker Jr. |
02:13 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |
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Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 06/11/2012
How to discover purpose and fulfillment
By Rahiel Tesfamariam
ESSAY | It’s the difference between collecting a check and making a worldly contribution.
By Rahiel Tesfamariam |
12:55 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |
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Posted at 12:43 PM ET, 06/11/2012
Felicia Boswell to star in the musical ‘Memphis’ at the Kennedy Center
By Erin Williams
Q&A | The Montgomery, Ala., native talked about staying energized on the road and her activist spirit.
By Erin Williams |
12:43 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |
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Posted at 12:39 PM ET, 06/11/2012
Former D.C. Council Chairman Kwame Brown’s resignation serves as cautionary tale
By David Bowers
OPINION | Former D.C. Council Chairman Kwame Brown’s resignation speaks volumes.
By David Bowers |
12:39 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |
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Posted at 03:01 PM ET, 06/08/2012
D.C. students write original play at The Young Playwrights’ Workshop
By DeNeen Brown
D.C. high school students wrote “Welcome to Our World” as part of The Young Playwrights’ Workshop.
By DeNeen Brown |
03:01 PM ET, 06/08/2012 |
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Posted at 01:29 PM ET, 06/08/2012
D.C. speed cameras are no joke
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | D.C. speed cameras are sort of shady, but a sensible and available way to bring in cash.
By Clinton Yates |
01:29 PM ET, 06/08/2012 |
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Posted at 09:24 AM ET, 06/08/2012
Kwame Brown’s resignation sparks frustration in D.C. government
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery
OPINION | It’s time we tweak our moral compass – individually and collectively.
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery |
09:24 AM ET, 06/08/2012 |
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Posted at 09:10 AM ET, 06/08/2012
D.C. landmarks, a chance to experience African American history
By Erin Williams
Travel from Capitol Hill to Cardozo to learn about African American history in the District.
By Erin Williams |
09:10 AM ET, 06/08/2012 |
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Posted at 08:35 AM ET, 06/08/2012
Reesa Renee on life, dreams and upcoming album
By Erin Williams
Landover native Reesa Renee never planned on becoming a singer.
By Erin Williams |
08:35 AM ET, 06/08/2012 |
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Posted at 02:03 PM ET, 06/07/2012
Future of Joe Frazier’s gym unsure as endangered historical building
By Benjamin Gottlieb
The boxing legend’s gym is one of the nation’s most endangered historical buildings of 2012.
By Benjamin Gottlieb |
02:03 PM ET, 06/07/2012 |
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Posted at 01:12 PM ET, 06/07/2012
Kwame Brown resigns following bank fraud charges
By Clinton Yates
OPINION | Kwame Brown glaring lack of contrition in his resignation was not surprising.
By Clinton Yates |
01:12 PM ET, 06/07/2012 |
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Posted at 01:33 PM ET, 06/06/2012
College Bound sponsors D.C. students to Ghana
By Lottie Joiner
ESSAY | Non-profit College Bound sponsored local high school students on a trip to Ghana.
By Lottie Joiner |
01:33 PM ET, 06/06/2012 |
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Posted at 10:04 AM ET, 06/06/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 21
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Malik makes a change in his relationship with Jenna, Melanie delays her flight to be with Derwin.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:04 AM ET, 06/06/2012 |
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Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 06/05/2012
Similarities surface in same-sex marriage and interracial marriage
By Jenée Desmond-Harris | The Root
The Root | It feels as if the same battle of the freedom to marry is being fought all over again.
By Jenée Desmond-Harris | The Root |
12:23 PM ET, 06/05/2012 |
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Posted at 11:32 AM ET, 06/05/2012
President Obama need not cater to African Americans
By David Swerdlick | The Root
The Root | President Obama has done nothing for black people. And that’s how it should be.
By David Swerdlick | The Root |
11:32 AM ET, 06/05/2012 |
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Posted at 11:11 AM ET, 06/05/2012
Father’s Day: Share photos of dad
By Fahima Haque
Honor dad (whether it’s your father, husband or a father figure) by uploading a photo to our gallery.
By Fahima Haque |
11:11 AM ET, 06/05/2012 |
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Posted at 11:45 AM ET, 06/04/2012
Alfre Woodard talks Hollywood’s relationship with politics
By Mary C. Curtis | The Root
The Root | The actress and activist said it was “impossible not to be involved in politics.”
By Mary C. Curtis | The Root |
11:45 AM ET, 06/04/2012 |
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Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 06/01/2012
Ward 8 farmers’ market back for a 13th season at THEARC
By Erin Williams
The vendors are back for a 13th season including a shuttle for residents to shop.
By Erin Williams |
12:55 PM ET, 06/01/2012 |
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Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 05/31/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 15
By M.T. Wiseman
The women gang up on Jennifer, Royce confronts Tami and Shaunie seeks spiritual guidance.
By M.T. Wiseman |
02:57 PM ET, 05/31/2012 |
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Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 05/31/2012
Les Nubians to perform at The Hamilton as part of D.C. Jazz Festival
By Erin Williams
Q&A | French neo-soul duo performs Saturday at The Hamilton as part of the D.C. Jazz Festival.
By Erin Williams |
01:50 PM ET, 05/31/2012 |
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Posted at 12:54 PM ET, 05/31/2012
Congressional Black Caucus, Conference of National Black Churches review voting rights
By Cynthia Gordy | The Root
The Root | Congressional Black Caucus and Conference of National Black Churches met for the Faith Leaders Summit on Voting Rights.
By Cynthia Gordy | The Root |
12:54 PM ET, 05/31/2012 |
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Posted at 11:38 AM ET, 05/31/2012
Fat acceptance blogger Shannon Barber talks about in the black community
By Jenée Desmond-Harris | The Root
The Root | Fat acceptance advocate and blogger Shannon Barber says health is not an obligation.
By Jenée Desmond-Harris | The Root |
11:38 AM ET, 05/31/2012 |
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Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 05/31/2012
Minority children affected by disparities in asthma health care
By J. Nadine Gracia
OP-ED | Minority children with asthma are less likely to receive regular care and treatment.
By J. Nadine Gracia |
11:25 AM ET, 05/31/2012 |
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Posted at 01:13 PM ET, 05/30/2012
Lolo Jones, Meagan Good: Black female sexuality depicted in extremes
By Rahiel Tesfamariam
COLUMN | We should ask ourselves why the media depicts black female sexuality in extremes.
By Rahiel Tesfamariam |
01:13 PM ET, 05/30/2012 |
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Posted at 09:58 AM ET, 05/30/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 20
By Delece Smith-Barrow
The Sabers approach their championship game and Melanie and Malik are nowhere to be found.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
09:58 AM ET, 05/30/2012 |
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Posted at 03:57 PM ET, 05/29/2012
Transportation bill amendment would dump more coal ash on low-income communities
By Dr. Robert Bullard and Bobby L. Rush
OP-ED | Congress to consider dump locations of coal ash, targeting low-income communities.
By Dr. Robert Bullard and Bobby L. Rush |
03:57 PM ET, 05/29/2012 |
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Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 05/29/2012
Queen Latifah thanks fans at Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride Festival
By Fahima Haque
Queen Latifah called fans at the Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride Festival “my people.”
By Fahima Haque |
01:03 PM ET, 05/29/2012 |
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Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 05/29/2012
‘Anacostia in Fashion’ chronicles fashion through a historic lens
By Erin Williams
Clothing designer Brian Evans created a collection showcasing the evolution of Anacostia.
By Erin Williams |
01:03 PM ET, 05/29/2012 |
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Posted at 11:44 AM ET, 05/25/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 14
By M.T. Wiseman
This week Jennifer ignores the group, Suzie plays informant and Kenya seems a little fishy.
By M.T. Wiseman |
11:44 AM ET, 05/25/2012 |
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Posted at 10:49 AM ET, 05/25/2012
Hal Jackson, radio legend, dies at 96
By Edmund Newton | The Root
The Root | The DJ legend who was dubbed the ‘Godfather of Black Radio’ lost his battle with cancer.
By Edmund Newton | The Root |
10:49 AM ET, 05/25/2012 |
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Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 05/24/2012
Memorial Day weekend events
By Shari Sheffield
Our best ideas for last minute Memorial Day weekend plans to kick the summer off right.
By Shari Sheffield |
11:54 AM ET, 05/24/2012 |
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Posted at 11:13 AM ET, 05/23/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 19
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Derwin tries to get signed with a new team, Tasha learns Pookie has another woman.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
11:13 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |
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Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 05/23/2012
BET Awards nominations: Kanye West, Beyonce, Jay-Z
By Fahima Haque
Kanye West leads the pack with seven nominations for July’s 2012 BET Awards.
By Fahima Haque |
10:31 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |
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Posted at 03:02 PM ET, 05/22/2012
Jimmy-Jean Louis talks ‘Toussaint’
By Ella Turenne | The Root
The Root | A Q&A with the actor on his role as leader of The Haitian Revolution.
By Ella Turenne | The Root |
03:02 PM ET, 05/22/2012 |
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Posted at 02:34 PM ET, 05/22/2012
NAACP supports marriage equality
By Edmund Newton | The Root
The Root | The NAACP’s support of same-sex marriage was a response to conservative political groups.
By Edmund Newton | The Root |
02:34 PM ET, 05/22/2012 |
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Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 05/22/2012
President Barack Obama’s double standard
By Crystal Wright
OPINION | Being the first black president does not give Obama a free pass on pulling the race card.
By Crystal Wright |
01:35 PM ET, 05/22/2012 |
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Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 05/21/2012
The Washington Post Young Journalists Development Program hosted awards ceremony
By Lauren McEwen
The Washington Post’s Young Journalists Development Program held its first awards ceremony.
By Lauren McEwen |
02:30 PM ET, 05/21/2012 |
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Posted at 02:08 PM ET, 05/21/2012
Donna Summer remembered
By DeNeen Brown
ESSAY | What memories flash in your mind now when a DJ plays Donna Summer?
By DeNeen Brown |
02:08 PM ET, 05/21/2012 |
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Posted at 12:10 PM ET, 05/21/2012
National Museum of Health and Medicine reopens in Silver Spring
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | The reopened National Museum of Health and Medicine houses famous skulls, bones and bullets in U.S. history.
By Clinton Yates |
12:10 PM ET, 05/21/2012 |
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Posted at 02:58 PM ET, 05/18/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 13
By M.T. Wiseman
Jennifer and Kenya arrive in Tahiti, Tami continues to bully Kesha, Evelyn and Shaunie pretend to care.
By M.T. Wiseman |
02:58 PM ET, 05/18/2012 |
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Posted at 12:56 PM ET, 05/18/2012
Casey Family Programs offers opportunities for children in foster care
By Davon Ebb
Davon Ebb grew up in foster care and with the help of Casey Family Programs, he is ready to succeed.
By Davon Ebb |
12:56 PM ET, 05/18/2012 |
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Posted at 11:49 PM ET, 05/17/2012
Marvin Winans talks about carjacking
By Hamil R. Harris
After being attacked at a Detroit gas station, the gospel legend makes an appeal to fathers everywhere.
By Hamil R. Harris |
11:49 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |
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Posted at 03:33 PM ET, 05/17/2012
Donna Summer, the legendary Queen of Disco, dies at 63
By Chris L. Jenkins
Donna Summer defined a new freedom for a generation of African Americans growing up in the 1970s.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
03:33 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |
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Posted at 12:24 PM ET, 05/17/2012
Facebook’s public problem
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Facebook is going public and is having an advertising integration problem.
By Clinton Yates |
12:24 PM ET, 05/17/2012 |
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Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 05/17/2012
Chuck Brown’s life, legacy and music
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery
ESSAY | Chuck Brown chatted with me about his life, his legacy and his relationship with my father.
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery |
11:17 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |
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Posted at 09:30 AM ET, 05/17/2012
Chuck Brown, go-go legend, dies
By Stephen A. Crockett Jr.
ESSAY | My first experience with Chuck Brown was as a third grader but it wouldn’t be my last as he was a perpetual constant on an ever-changing landscape.
By Stephen A. Crockett Jr. |
09:30 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |
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Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 05/16/2012
D.C. Caribbean Carnival heads to Baltimore
By Clinton Yates
OPINION | The move to Baltimore is a time to re-brand one of D.C.’s most culturally diverse days.
By Clinton Yates |
11:59 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |
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Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 05/16/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 18
By Delece Smith-Barrow
REVIEW | Tasha joins a celibacy support group, and Melanie interviews at Johns Hopkins.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:38 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |
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Posted at 05:02 PM ET, 05/15/2012
Ron Paul, Dennis Kucinich won’t soon be forgotten
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary
OPINION | The presidential hopeful may have dropped out of the race, but he won’t soon be forgotten.
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary |
05:02 PM ET, 05/15/2012 |
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Posted at 04:48 PM ET, 05/15/2012
A Howard University graduate looks ahead
By Alyssa McLendon
ESSAY | A Howard graduate facing an ugly job environment mulls what her future will look like.
By Alyssa McLendon |
04:48 PM ET, 05/15/2012 |
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Posted at 01:48 PM ET, 05/15/2012
Jay-Z supports President Obama on gay marriage
By Clinton Yates
OPINION | Jay-Z’s endorsement of gay marriage meant more than President Obama’s words.
By Clinton Yates |
01:48 PM ET, 05/15/2012 |
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Posted at 04:25 PM ET, 05/11/2012
Mother’s Day gift ideas
By Natalie P. Mcneal
The frugalista offers up her best tips on how to treat mom this year for Mother’s Day.
By Natalie P. Mcneal |
04:25 PM ET, 05/11/2012 |
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Posted at 10:03 AM ET, 05/11/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 12
By M.T. Wiseman
This week on Basketball Wives, the women travel to Tahiti and bicker with each other on vacation.
By M.T. Wiseman |
10:03 AM ET, 05/11/2012 |
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Posted at 09:31 AM ET, 05/11/2012
Mother’s Day recipe: Indulgent sweet potato waffles
By Huda Mu’min
Impress mom with Chef Huda’s sweet potato waffles with Grand Marnier warm berry compote and Madagascar vanilla whipped cream.
By Huda Mu’min |
09:31 AM ET, 05/11/2012 |
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Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 05/10/2012
Jennifer Hudson family murder trial: A cautionary tale for women
By Rahiel Tesfamariam
COLUMN | The nightmare of Jennifer Hudson’s family reflects the real life challenges women face.
By Rahiel Tesfamariam |
03:42 PM ET, 05/10/2012 |
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Posted at 03:38 PM ET, 05/10/2012
President Obama’s gay marriage endorsement needs legal action
By Joy-Freeman Coulbary
OPINION | Though profound, President Obama’s words need legal force to ensure equality for same-sex couples.
By Joy-Freeman Coulbary |
03:38 PM ET, 05/10/2012 |
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Posted at 09:44 AM ET, 05/10/2012
Applauding President Obama for his announcement on same-sex marriage
By Clarence Fluker
OPINION | As an African American gay man, I applaud President Obama for standing up for equality.
By Clarence Fluker |
09:44 AM ET, 05/10/2012 |
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Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 05/09/2012
Two Rivers Public Charter School, an inspiration for a multicultural D.C.
By Tamara Brown
A parent turns to her son’s public charter school, Two Rivers, for inspiration on embracing diversity.
By Tamara Brown |
11:39 AM ET, 05/09/2012 |
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Posted at 10:06 AM ET, 05/09/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 17
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Malik starts drinking again, and Melanie announces her career plans to Derwin.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:06 AM ET, 05/09/2012 |
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Shaunie O’Neal on potential ‘Basketball Wives’ movie
By Fahima Haque
Executive producer Shaunie O’Neal wants to translate the idea of the housewives into a movie.
By Fahima Haque |
03:58 PM ET, 05/08/2012 |
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Floyd Mayweather’s brilliance
By The Root | Deron Snyder
The Root | Whether or not Floyd Mayweather is scared to fight Manny Pacquiao, he’s still brilliant.
By The Root | Deron Snyder |
03:44 PM ET, 05/08/2012 |
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Posted at 12:49 PM ET, 05/07/2012
Kaya Henderson sets ambitious plan for D.C. public schools
By Nathan A. Saunders
OP-ED | DCPS Chancellor Kaya Henderson’s ambitious five-year plan is easier said than done.
By Nathan A. Saunders |
12:49 PM ET, 05/07/2012 |
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Chuck Brown’s band plays in honor of hospitalized Go-Go legend
By Hamil R. Harris
Vintage go-go beats kept the crowd at Pr. George’s County Harlem Renaissance Festival on its feet.
By Hamil R. Harris |
11:47 AM ET, 05/07/2012 |
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Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 05/04/2012
Lessons from the South Capitol Street Massacre
By Rahiel Tesfamariam
COLUMN | The South Capitol Street massacre led to dozens of questions about who and what was to blame for the tragic shooting.
By Rahiel Tesfamariam |
09:52 AM ET, 05/04/2012 |
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Posted at 02:27 PM ET, 05/03/2012
Circa 34, a Mt. Rainier consignment shop with ties to the community
By Fahima Haque
For the owners of Circa 34, the Mt. Rainier shop is about much more than selling clothes.
By Fahima Haque |
02:27 PM ET, 05/03/2012 |
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Posted at 12:41 PM ET, 05/03/2012
Joel Osteen’s message of hope
By Sonseyrea Tate Montgomery
ESSAY | I wholly appreciate the Osteens sharing stories of triumph each week.
By Sonseyrea Tate Montgomery |
12:41 PM ET, 05/03/2012 |
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Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 05/03/2012
Cut funding from Child and Youth Investment Trust leaves D.C. students in need
By Maggie Riden
OP-ED | Cut funding from the Child and Youth Investment Trust means students lose summer programs.
By Maggie Riden |
12:31 PM ET, 05/03/2012 |
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Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 05/02/2012
The Game: Season 5, episode 16
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Jason opens his wallet for Chardonnay, Derwin and Melanie face a setback trying to have a baby.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
11:17 AM ET, 05/02/2012 |
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Posted at 10:22 AM ET, 05/02/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season four, episode 11
By M.T. Wiseman
Evelyn redecorates, Tami gets a mammogram and Royce’s dad tells her about herself.
By M.T. Wiseman |
10:22 AM ET, 05/02/2012 |
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Posted at 01:15 PM ET, 05/01/2012
Bryce Harper: What’s not to love?
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | What we have learned about the 19-year-old Nationals outfielder so far.
By Clinton Yates |
01:15 PM ET, 05/01/2012 |
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Posted at 06:38 PM ET, 04/27/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 10
By M.T. Wiseman
This week Baldheaded Nia, who had just slapped Jennifer, is now screaming at her.
By M.T. Wiseman |
06:38 PM ET, 04/27/2012 |
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‘Think Like a Man’ serves up patriarchy with a smile
By Rahiel Tesfamariam
COLUMN | A black woman’s concerns with the message that ”Think Like A Man” invokes.
By Rahiel Tesfamariam |
04:33 PM ET, 04/27/2012 |
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Celebrating Earth Day every day
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery
ESSAY | April is National Earth Month, but I’ve spent a lifetime appreciating the Earth in my grandparents’ backyard garden.
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery |
10:13 AM ET, 04/27/2012 |
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Robert Griffin III: A throwback to Chocolate City
By Roger Newkirk
The potential of bringing Robert Griffin III’s talent to the Redskins represents a throwback to D.C.’s “Chocolate City” era.
By Roger Newkirk |
12:18 PM ET, 04/26/2012 |
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Michelle Obama’s journey chronicled in “What Would Michelle Do?”
By Erin Williams
Allison Samuels takes readers through Michelle Obama’s path to becoming the first lady.
By Erin Williams |
12:07 PM ET, 04/26/2012 |
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Posted at 02:12 PM ET, 04/25/2012
National Minority Health month emphasizes preventative measures
By The Root | Cynthia Gordy
The Root | U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin advocates preventative measures.
By The Root | Cynthia Gordy |
02:12 PM ET, 04/25/2012 |
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Tavis Smiley and Cornel West release book on poverty
By The Root | Steven Gray
The Root | Tavis Smiley and Cornel West make poverty an issue for the 2012 election in their new book.
By The Root | Steven Gray |
11:52 AM ET, 04/25/2012 |
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Studio 85, a place for locals
By Fahima Haque
D.C.-born sisters opened Studio 85, an art and apparel store, to pay homage to their home town.
By Fahima Haque |
11:28 AM ET, 04/25/2012 |
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The Game: Season 5, episode 15
By Delece Smith-Barrow
This week, Pookie and Tasha give romance a try, while Janay springs a surprise on Derwin.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
09:48 AM ET, 04/25/2012 |
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Posted at 01:14 PM ET, 04/24/2012
D.C. could soon see Sunday liquor sales
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Ward 1 Council member Jim Graham hopes to find extra cash by loosening the long-standing blue laws for booze.
By Clinton Yates |
01:14 PM ET, 04/24/2012 |
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President Obama’s neglect for the black community
By Raynard Jackson
OPINION | Black Democrats don’t challenge President Obama despite ignoring their legislative needs.
By Raynard Jackson |
09:47 AM ET, 04/24/2012 |
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‘Think Like a Man’ star Kevin Hart talks comedy, career
By The Root | Akoto Ofori-Atta
The Root | Q&A with comedian Kevin Hart on his new movie ‘Think Like a Man.’
By The Root | Akoto Ofori-Atta |
11:46 AM ET, 04/20/2012 |
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National Minority Health Month prompts communities to take action
By Fia Curley
OP-ED | The hope for National Minority Health Month is to build awareness for healthier lifestyles.
By Fia Curley |
11:40 AM ET, 04/20/2012 |
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‘Think Like a Man’ releases Friday
By Fahima Haque
The romantic comedy “Think Like a Man” inspired by Steve Harvey’s book garners much buzz.
By Fahima Haque |
11:24 AM ET, 04/19/2012 |
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Swedish minister of culture in hot water for racist cake
By Stacy-Ann Ellis
A social media firestorm erupted after the Swedish minister of culture cut into a cake in the shape of a naked black woman.
By Stacy-Ann Ellis |
11:21 AM ET, 04/19/2012 |
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Posted at 01:33 PM ET, 04/18/2012
‘Basketball Wives’: Season 4, episode 9
By M.T. Wiseman
Tami blames her mother for her bad parenting, Nia and Jennifer get into a trashy fight.
By M.T. Wiseman |
01:33 PM ET, 04/18/2012 |
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‘Girls’: Another show about white girl privilege?
By Paul Francis
OPINION | Lena Dunham’s writing is courageous, funny and self-aware, but where is the color?
By Paul Francis |
01:12 PM ET, 04/18/2012 |
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The Game: Season five, episode 14
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Chardonnay meets Jason’s friends, Pookie visits Tasha and sweet, innocent Derwin is gone.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:49 AM ET, 04/18/2012 |
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Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 04/17/2012
Miami Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen suspended for Fidel Castro comments
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary
OPINION | Why can’t Ozzie Guillen express his political views without taking a corporate hit?
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary |
11:50 AM ET, 04/17/2012 |
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Hundreds dine at Howard Theatre’s first gospel brunch
By Hamil R. Harris
Brunch and the rousing sounds of the Harlem Gospel Choir thrilled the Sunday crowd.
By Hamil R. Harris |
10:53 PM ET, 04/15/2012 |
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Posted at 01:24 PM ET, 04/13/2012
“Basketball Wives”: Season four, episode eight
By M.T. Wiseman
We’re returned to the ignorant dinner where Evelyn threw both a bottle and plate at Kenya.
By M.T. Wiseman |
01:24 PM ET, 04/13/2012 |
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Emancipation Day 2012: More meaningful than ever
By Maurice Jackson
One hundred fifty years after Lincoln freed D.C. slaves, African Americans still fight for equality, a history professor writes.
By Maurice Jackson |
10:53 AM ET, 04/13/2012 |
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Posted at 07:00 PM ET, 04/12/2012
‘Unwritten Rules’ web series explores race dynamics at work
By Fahima Haque
“Unwritten Rules” is a web series that explores what it’s like to be a black co-worker in a predominantly white workplace.
By Fahima Haque |
07:00 PM ET, 04/12/2012 |
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Beads Byaree founder talks about her love of fashion
By Michael Livingston
Howard University senior Areeayl Goodwin talks about her jewelry company, Beads Byaree.
By Michael Livingston |
03:11 PM ET, 04/12/2012 |
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Beyonce writes open letter to Michelle Obama
By Fahima Haque
The superstar posted the open letter expressing her gratitude and praise for Michelle Obama.
By Fahima Haque |
01:03 PM ET, 04/12/2012 |
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George Zimmerman’s arrest helps Trayvon Martin’s family find peace
By Hamil R. Harris
Trayvon Martin’s mother, Sybrina Fulton, thanked the public after Zimmerman was arrested.
By Hamil R. Harris |
12:17 PM ET, 04/12/2012 |
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Travyon Martin case magnifies everyday race relations
By Shannan Hicks
OPINION | It’s exhausting for black folks having to prove to others every day that they are on the same level as whites.
By Shannan Hicks |
11:26 AM ET, 04/12/2012 |
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Rick Ross concert canceled due to seizure
By Stacy-Ann Ellis
Rapper Rick Ross canceled a concert in Guyana on April 9 after suffering from a seizure.
By Stacy-Ann Ellis |
01:05 PM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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Q-Tip signs to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam
By Stacy-Ann Ellis
Legendary New York City rapper Q-Tip has found a new recording home with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music.
By Stacy-Ann Ellis |
12:50 PM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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D.C. takes stance on bullying
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Mayor Vincent Gray plans to announce a four-step plan to deal with the problem.
By Clinton Yates |
11:48 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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In ‘I Must Resist,’ Bayard Rustin lived a life with no apologies
By Erin Williams
Q&A | In his new book, Michael G. Long collects activist Bayard Rustin’s personal letters.
By Erin Williams |
11:14 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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Bright Week, a time for meditation and spiritual truths
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery
ESSAY | Christians will spend the week from Easter through Sunday celebrating Christ’s resurrection.
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery |
10:24 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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The Game: Season 5, episode 13
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Malik steps back into the limelight, and Melanie talks to Derwin about using a surrogate.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
09:50 AM ET, 04/11/2012 |
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George Zimmerman launches Web site for support
By Fahima Haque
George Zimmerman, the man who shot and killed Trayvon Martin, launched a Web site.
By Fahima Haque |
11:51 AM ET, 04/10/2012 |
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Martin Lawrence CBS pilot adds Jon Amos to cast
By Fahima Haque
John Amos, Ethan Suplee and Sydney Park joins the cast for Martin Lawrence’s new CBS pilot.
By Fahima Haque |
11:50 AM ET, 04/10/2012 |
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Howard Theatre attracts musical veterans and look alikes
By Hamil R. Harris
Several thousand revelers celebrated the reopening of the legendary Howard Theatre.
By Hamil R. Harris |
08:49 PM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Volunteering in the D.C. area: The Heart of America Foundation
By Jillian S. Sowah
Help the Heart of America Foundation arrange and prepare the books in its warehouse, which is used by children who have limited access to books.
By Jillian S. Sowah |
03:37 PM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Breast cancer mortality rates for African American women disproportionately high
By Shanti Norris and Carole O’ Toole
OP-ED | Breast cancer mortality rates disproportionately affect African American women.
By Shanti Norris and Carole O’ Toole |
03:08 PM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Travyon Martin subject of racial epithets in Michigan
By Fahima Haque
An electronic road display was changed to show a racist message about Trayvon Martin.
By Fahima Haque |
02:43 PM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Union Station transformed
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Potomac Realty Trust has $35 million plans to transform NoMa in to a thriving locale.
By Clinton Yates |
12:35 PM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Whitney Houston biopic: Bobbi Kristina wants to play mom in biopic
By Fahima Haque
Bobbi Kristina thinks she would be the perfect person to play her mother in a potential movie.
By Fahima Haque |
11:43 AM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Tony Lewis Jr. on D.C., advocacy and mentoring youths
By Jeannine Hunter
Tony Lewis Jr. talks about his love for D.C., neighborhood advocacy and mentoring youths.
By Jeannine Hunter |
11:25 AM ET, 04/09/2012 |
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Tyler Perry accuses cops of racial profiling
By Lauren McEwen
News that filmmaker Tyler Perry accused two white police officers in Atlanta of racial profiling went viral.
By Lauren McEwen |
03:33 PM ET, 04/06/2012 |
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Scion restaurant reviewed
By Darcy Kipp-Kim
Bon Appétit | A group of friends choose Scion restaurant for their monthly dinner.
By Darcy Kipp-Kim |
11:04 AM ET, 04/06/2012 |
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Eye care, a neglected problem among D.C.’s poor, is focus of new program
By Lauren McEwen
A new programaddresses a long-neglected problem among D.C.’s poor: a lack of adequate eye care.
By Lauren McEwen |
10:00 AM ET, 04/06/2012 |
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FOX hires Jesse Jackson’s daughter, Santita Jackson
By Fahima Haque
Morning news program “FOX & Friends” hires Jesse Jackson’s daughter, Santita Jackson.
By Fahima Haque |
07:15 AM ET, 04/06/2012 |
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ABC’s ‘Scandal’ inspired by the life of D.C. crisis manager
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery
D.C. crisis manager extraordinaire Judy Smith gets an L.A. spotlight in ABC’s “Scandal.”
By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery |
06:45 PM ET, 04/05/2012 |
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‘Deadline’ brings investigative journalism from newspapers to motion pictures
By Erin Williams
Q&A | “Deadline” is about the unsolved murder of a black teenager in rural South Carolina.
By Erin Williams |
03:11 PM ET, 04/05/2012 |
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Mary J. Blige apologizes for Burger King commercial
By Fahima Haque
The R&B singer apologizes to fans for her controversial Burger King commercial.
By Fahima Haque |
12:32 PM ET, 04/05/2012 |
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Basketball Wives: Season four, episode seven
By M.T. Wiseman
This week Evelyn is called ‘loose,’ Tami needs to get a life and Evelyn hurls a bottle of wine at Kenya.
By M.T. Wiseman |
11:18 AM ET, 04/05/2012 |
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Trayvon Martin’s death raises the question: Where is the American black family?
By Crystal Wright
OPINION | Instead of participating in hollow racial protests, we need to show outrage at the breakdown of the American black family.
By Crystal Wright |
02:17 PM ET, 04/04/2012 |
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Black women and the ‘war on women’
By Natalie Hopkinson
PODCAST | Why more black women aren’t more vocal on reproductive freedom.
By Natalie Hopkinson |
01:16 PM ET, 04/04/2012 |
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Marion Barry’s got swag
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Barry won the Democratic primary in Ward 8 and spent all night bragging on Twitter.
By Clinton Yates |
12:09 PM ET, 04/04/2012 |
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Nick Cannon launches Web health series
By Fahima Haque
Nick Cannon launched the Web series ‘Ncredible Health Hustle’ chronicling his life with lupus.
By Fahima Haque |
11:39 AM ET, 04/04/2012 |
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The Game: Season five, episode 12
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Derwin gets a visit from his play cousin, and Tasha hashes out family drama with her mom.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
11:08 AM ET, 04/04/2012 |
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Oprah opens up about OWN on ‘CBS This Morning’
By Fahima Haque
Oprah Winfrey admitted to failings with her television network OWN Monday on CBS.
By Fahima Haque |
11:00 AM ET, 04/03/2012 |
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Nicki Minaj releases ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’
By Fahima Haque
Nicki Minaj tries on a new look for her second album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded.’
By Fahima Haque |
10:31 AM ET, 04/03/2012 |
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Episode twelve: The animated biography of former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE TWELVE | Activist Sinclair Skinner created a multi-part animated biography chronicling the life of former Mayor Adrian Fenty.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
10:30 AM ET, 04/03/2012 |
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Whitney Houston’s ‘Sparkle’ trailer airs on Today show
By Fahima Haque
The much awaited trailer for ‘Sparkle,’ Whitney Houston’s last film aired on the ‘Today Show.’
By Fahima Haque |
02:27 PM ET, 04/02/2012 |
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TLC’s Niecy Nash says she’s not sought after like Kim Kardashian
By Fahima Haque
Comedian Niecy Nash asserts black celebrities aren’t as sought after as white celebrities.
By Fahima Haque |
12:49 PM ET, 04/02/2012 |
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Spike Lee reaches settlement for tweeting wrong address for George Zimmerman
By Fahima Haque
Spike Lee reached a settlement with the elderly couple whose address he incorrectly tweeted out.
By Fahima Haque |
12:30 PM ET, 03/30/2012 |
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Reginald E. Gilliam Jr., of Sodexo, dies at 67
By Fahima Haque
Reginald E. Gilliam Jr. was a veteran African-American lobbyist and senior vice president at Sodexo in Gaithersburg, Md. He was 67.
By Fahima Haque |
12:00 PM ET, 03/30/2012 |
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In the wake of Trayvon Martin’s death, the hoodie takes on a greater meaning
By Robert Samuels
In the wake of Trayvon Martin’s death, my first hoodie takes on a greater meaning than a casual act of defiance.
By Robert Samuels |
02:09 PM ET, 03/29/2012 |
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America needs more black and Hispanic male teachers
By Fahima Haque
For some, the way to narrow the achievement gap is through more black, male teachers.
By Fahima Haque |
11:44 AM ET, 03/29/2012 |
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Episode eleven: The animated biography of former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE ELEVEN | Activist Sinclair Skinner created a multi-part animated biography chronicling the life of former Mayor Adrian Fenty.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
10:48 AM ET, 03/29/2012 |
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Watching ‘The Hunger Games’ through a racial lens
By Fahima Haque
For some fans, casting of African Americans in the movie was a major disappointment.
By Fahima Haque |
07:50 AM ET, 03/29/2012 |
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Mya to perform at D.C. Tap Fest
By Fahima Haque
The fourth annual D.C. Tap Fest comes to town this weekend with workshops and performances.
By Fahima Haque |
12:54 PM ET, 03/28/2012 |
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Trayvon Martin case proves Florida needs to repeal ‘Stand Your Ground’ law
By Elizabeth Chang
Trayvon Martin died in part because of a flawed law that allowed George Zimmerman to pack hidden heat.
By Elizabeth Chang |
11:21 AM ET, 03/28/2012 |
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Basketball Wives: Season four, episode six
By M.T. Wiseman
Evelyn and Tami turn on Kenya, Kesha and Kenya have a confrontation and Jennifer is over it.
By M.T. Wiseman |
10:55 AM ET, 03/28/2012 |
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The Game: Season 5, Episode 11
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Derwin’s poker night with the fellas gets out of hand, and Melanie asks Tasha for a big favor.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:12 AM ET, 03/28/2012 |
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Top 20 black, female CEOs
By The Root | Jenée Desmond-Harris
The Root | A look at the accomplishments of 20 black women who became CEOs.
By The Root | Jenée Desmond-Harris |
12:45 PM ET, 03/27/2012 |
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The Empower Movement to register one million African American voters starting Easter Sunday
By Fahima Haque
The Empower Movement hopes to register one million African American voters this year.
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04:08 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |
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Mae Jemison on forging your dreams, dancing and saving the Earth
By Erin Williams
Q&A | The first African American female to fly into space reflects on her time as an astronaut.
By Erin Williams |
01:27 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |
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Usher to play Sugar Ray Leonard in boxing film
By Fahima Haque
Usher gears up to play the legendary Sugar Ray Leonard in upcoming boxing film.
By Fahima Haque |
12:53 PM ET, 03/26/2012 |
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Civil rights leaders applaud President Obama’s comments on Trayvon Martin case
By Hamil R. Harris
Civil rights leaders, pastors applaud president for speaking out on case that could prove seminal.
By Hamil R. Harris |
05:30 PM ET, 03/23/2012 |
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Trayvon Martin vigil held at Howard University
By Lauren McEwen
ESSAY | For black college students, "I am Trayvon Martin" isn't just an empty catchphrase.
By Lauren McEwen |
02:48 PM ET, 03/23/2012 |
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PAC+ to focus on black and latino communities in 2012 election
By Fahima Haque
PAC+ to specifically focus on black and Latino communities on behalf of the 2012 Obama campaign.
By Fahima Haque |
12:56 PM ET, 03/23/2012 |
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Posted at 12:19 PM ET, 03/23/2012
Maryland gets new 667 area code
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | The numerology behind Maryland expanding its area codes with new number, '667.'
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12:19 PM ET, 03/23/2012 |
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Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 03/23/2012
John A. Payton, of NAACP Legal Defense Fund dies
By Lynette Holloway | The Root
John A. Payton was the president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.
By Lynette Holloway | The Root |
11:41 AM ET, 03/23/2012 |
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Posted at 01:44 PM ET, 03/22/2012
D.C. hosts first annual International Anti-Street Harassment Week
By Stacy-Ann Ellis
Holly Kearl, founder of Stop Street Harassment, talks about D.C.’s first annual International Anti-Street Harassment Week.
By Stacy-Ann Ellis |
01:44 PM ET, 03/22/2012 |
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Posted at 10:54 AM ET, 03/22/2012
Episode nine: The animated biography of former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE NINE | Activist Sinclair Skinner produced an animated biography on the former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty’s time in college, law school and his life in politics.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
10:54 AM ET, 03/22/2012 |
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Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 03/22/2012
Basketball Wives: Season four, episode five
By M.T. Wiseman
Shaunie celebrates a birthday, Kesha returns to her roots, Evelyn and Jennifer have dueling toasts.
By M.T. Wiseman |
10:21 AM ET, 03/22/2012 |
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Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 03/21/2012
Trayvon Martin and stop-and-frisk laws
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary
Perhaps the federal investigation being launched to probe the shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin will lead to long-overdue DOJ consent decrees prohibiting the law enforcement tactic targeting those caught Walking While Black (WWB).
By Joy Freeman-Coulbary |
03:00 PM ET, 03/21/2012 |
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Posted at 02:11 PM ET, 03/21/2012
President Obama impresses with his sign language
By Fahima Haque
President Obama impresses local deaf student with his signing abilities.
By Fahima Haque |
02:11 PM ET, 03/21/2012 |
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Posted at 12:54 PM ET, 03/21/2012
Trayvon Martin’s death: A community mourns
By Lonnae O’Neal Parker
In 1994, Donna Britt wrote about black mothers having “the talk” with their sons about the ways they could get shot. It still holds true today.
By Lonnae O’Neal Parker |
12:54 PM ET, 03/21/2012 |
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Posted at 12:45 PM ET, 03/21/2012
Residents respond to rash of hate crimes in D.C.
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | A crowd of 600 marched in a silent walk to protest the brutal acts of hatred.
By Clinton Yates |
12:45 PM ET, 03/21/2012 |
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Posted at 10:34 AM ET, 03/21/2012
‘The Game’: Season 5, Episode 10
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Melanie and Derwin talk adoption, Chardonnay and Jason deepen their commitment to each other.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:34 AM ET, 03/21/2012 |
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Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 03/20/2012
National Proposal Day: How to save up for an engagement ring and propose
By Terence Turner
FRUGALISTA | A contributor explains how he saved up for an engagement ring and proposed.
By Terence Turner |
02:02 PM ET, 03/20/2012 |
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Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 03/20/2012
Episode eight: The animated biography of former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE EIGHT | Activist Sinclair Skinner produced a multi-part animated biography on the former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty’s time in college, law school and his life in politics.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
10:37 AM ET, 03/20/2012 |
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Posted at 05:00 PM ET, 03/19/2012
Trayvon Martin’s death sparks Florida college students to rally
By Fahima Haque
Florida college students rallied in response to the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
By Fahima Haque |
05:00 PM ET, 03/19/2012 |
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Posted at 03:47 PM ET, 03/19/2012
Volunteering in the D.C. area: STRIVE DC
By Jillian S. Sowah
STRIVE DC, a non profit job readiness program, seeks volunteers to assist in fundraising, book keeping and data entry.
By Jillian S. Sowah |
03:47 PM ET, 03/19/2012 |
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Posted at 12:20 PM ET, 03/19/2012
African-American achievement in the age of Barack Obama
By Stacey Walker
OPINION | Even in the age of Obama, African-Americans need to set goals and work to reach them.
By Stacey Walker |
12:20 PM ET, 03/19/2012 |
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Posted at 11:49 AM ET, 03/19/2012
Finding an African American hair salon in D.C.
By Lauren McEwen
ESSAY | After four years, still struggling to find the perfect African American hair salon.
By Lauren McEwen |
11:49 AM ET, 03/19/2012 |
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Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 03/19/2012
Honoring civil rights icon Dorothy Height through service
By Jeannine Hunter
Commemorating the late civil rights icon Dorothy Height on what would have been her 100th birthday.
By Jeannine Hunter |
11:41 AM ET, 03/19/2012 |
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Posted at 02:15 PM ET, 03/18/2012
St. John Episcopal’s guest preacher gets Obama surprise
By Hamil R. Harris
President Obama’s walk to historic St. John’s Episcopal Church for services takes civil rights twist.
By Hamil R. Harris |
02:15 PM ET, 03/18/2012 |
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Posted at 11:09 AM ET, 03/16/2012
The Empowerment Experiment
By Stacy-Ann Ellis
Maggie Anderson had a simple goal in early 2009: spend all of her money with black people for a year.
By Stacy-Ann Ellis |
11:09 AM ET, 03/16/2012 |
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Posted at 12:51 PM ET, 03/15/2012
Episode seven: The animated biography of former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE SEVEN | Activist Sinclair Skinner takes us through former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty’s time in college, law school and his days in politics in a multi-part animated biography.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
12:51 PM ET, 03/15/2012 |
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Posted at 10:36 AM ET, 03/15/2012
Buy the latest iPad or the more affordable iPad 2?
By Natalie P. McNeal
FRUGALISTA | What’s the smarter choice? Buying the latest iPad or the more affordable iPad 2?
By Natalie P. McNeal |
10:36 AM ET, 03/15/2012 |
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Posted at 10:24 AM ET, 03/15/2012
Basketball Wives: Season four, episode four
By M.T. Wiseman
Kenya completes her video, Jennifer launches her lipgloss line and Kesha hosts a charity event.
By M.T. Wiseman |
10:24 AM ET, 03/15/2012 |
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Posted at 10:46 AM ET, 03/14/2012
The Game: Season five, episode nine
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Melanie and Tasha fight again and finally reconcile, and Malik visits Jenna in rehab.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
10:46 AM ET, 03/14/2012 |
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Posted at 10:25 AM ET, 03/13/2012
Episode six: The animated biography of former Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE SIX | Activist Sinclair Skinner created a 12-part animated biography on the former D.C. mayor’s legacy.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
10:25 AM ET, 03/13/2012 |
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Posted at 04:08 PM ET, 03/12/2012
Viola Davis to star in Barbara Jordan biopic
By Fahima Haque
Viola Davis to play Barbara Jordan in biopic, a tribute to the late congresswoman.
By Fahima Haque |
04:08 PM ET, 03/12/2012 |
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Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 03/09/2012
The animated biography of Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE FIVE | Activist Sinclair Skinner created a cartoon biography on the former mayor’s legacy.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
03:20 PM ET, 03/09/2012 |
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Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 03/09/2012
Single women in D.C. happiest in the country
By Clinton Yates
LUNCHLINE | Glamour magazine reports that single women in D.C. are the happiest in the country!
By Clinton Yates |
03:03 PM ET, 03/09/2012 |
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Posted at 02:23 PM ET, 03/09/2012
Basketball Wives: Season four, episode three
By M.T. Wiseman
Suzie is embarrassing, Tami has a glam squad and Kenya’s video is everyone’s business.
By M.T. Wiseman |
02:23 PM ET, 03/09/2012 |
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Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 03/09/2012
Whitney Houston will leaves fortune to Bobbi Kristina Brown
By Fahima Haque
Late pop icon Whitney Houston left her fortune to her 19-year-old daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown.
By Fahima Haque |
01:35 PM ET, 03/09/2012 |
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Posted at 11:52 AM ET, 03/08/2012
National Urban League focuses on voter suppression
By Hamil R. Harris
Leader of the National Urban League made voting rights a top priority during his State of Black America address.
By Hamil R. Harris |
11:52 AM ET, 03/08/2012 |
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Posted at 10:51 AM ET, 03/08/2012
Howard students raise money for volunteer-oriented Alternative Spring Break
By Jeannine Hunter
Howard University students collect donations to help fund their trips for the school’s annual Alternative Spring Break program.
By Jeannine Hunter |
10:51 AM ET, 03/08/2012 |
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Posted at 12:54 PM ET, 03/07/2012
‘The Help’ inspires a trip to Caroline’s Cakes for their seven-layer caramel cake
By Clarence J. Fluker
The seven-layer caramel cake featured in ‘The Help’ inspired a trip to Caroline’s Cake’s in Annapolis.
By Clarence J. Fluker |
12:54 PM ET, 03/07/2012 |
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Posted at 12:52 PM ET, 03/07/2012
Omega Psi Phi fraternity hosts annual talent competition
By Jenée Desmond-Harris
Local high school students perform, battling for cash prizes.
By Jenée Desmond-Harris |
12:52 PM ET, 03/07/2012 |
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Posted at 11:16 AM ET, 03/07/2012
‘The Game’: Season five, episode eight
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Derwin and Noah try to work out their differences, and Malik meets Tasha’s escort.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
11:16 AM ET, 03/07/2012 |
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Posted at 10:47 AM ET, 03/07/2012
Diversity in the workplace: Creating long term business solutions
By Fahima Haque
Professor Martin Davidson set out to crack the code on improving diversity in the workplace.
By Fahima Haque |
10:47 AM ET, 03/07/2012 |
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Posted at 02:32 PM ET, 03/06/2012
A double life is nothing but trouble
By Michael Kemp
ESSAY | Living a double life, in and out of prison, came at a high cost.
By Michael Kemp |
02:32 PM ET, 03/06/2012 |
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Posted at 11:10 AM ET, 03/06/2012
D.C. comedian Tommy Taylor makes ‘Abused black men’ video
By Fahima Haque
D.C. comedian Tommy Taylor’s ‘abused black men’ viral video sparks negative and positive reactions.
By Fahima Haque |
11:10 AM ET, 03/06/2012 |
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Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 03/05/2012
Gabrielle Union to star in BET’s ‘Single Black Female’
By Fahima Haque
Gabrielle Union will star in the new BET sitcom ‘Single Black Female.’
By Fahima Haque |
01:03 PM ET, 03/05/2012 |
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Posted at 04:10 PM ET, 03/02/2012
Robert Glasper releases ‘Black Radio’
By Lauren McEwen
Robert Glasper’s new album ‘Black Radio’ looks towards a wider audience than jazz fans.
By Lauren McEwen |
04:10 PM ET, 03/02/2012 |
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Posted at 03:31 PM ET, 03/02/2012
Va. Supreme Court rules in favor of family
By Chris L. Jenkins
Edward Coker Jr. can overturn his original conviction and be removed from the state’s sex offender list.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
03:31 PM ET, 03/02/2012 |
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Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 03/02/2012
Volunteering in the D.C. area: Tutor at Academy of Hope
By Jillian S. Sowah
Tutor Ward 6 residents in subjects like writing, social studies and science to prep for the GED with the Academy of Hope.
By Jillian S. Sowah |
12:18 PM ET, 03/02/2012 |
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Posted at 12:03 PM ET, 03/02/2012
Basketball Wives: Season four, episode two
By M.T. Wiseman
Evelyn, Shaunie and Tami talk about Jennifer behind her back and Royce refuses to get a real job.
By M.T. Wiseman |
12:03 PM ET, 03/02/2012 |
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Posted at 11:45 AM ET, 03/01/2012
An animated biography of Former Mayor Adrian Fenty
By Chris L. Jenkins
EPISODE THREE | Activist Sinclair Skinner created a cartoon biography on the former mayor’s legacy.
By Chris L. Jenkins |
11:45 AM ET, 03/01/2012 |
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Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 02/29/2012
The Game: Season five, episode seven
By Delece Smith-Barrow
Janay introduces her new man, and Tasha pays an unexpected cost for companionship.
By Delece Smith-Barrow |
02:25 PM ET, 02/29/2012 |
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Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 02/29/2012
Cupcakes by the Anacostia river: a new local bakery opens in S.E. Washington
By Erin Williams
Cindy Bullock turned her love for baking into a business, opening Olivia’s Cupcakes in Ward 8.
By Erin Williams |
12:16 PM ET, 02/29/2012 |
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Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 02/29/2012
Higher Achievement hosts Love Poetry performance at Kennedy Center
By Fahima Haque
Middle school students write and recite their love poetry at the Kennedy Center.
By Fahima Haque |
10:00 AM ET, 02/29/2012 |
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Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 02/28/2012
Rep. John Lewis, D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and State Sen. Julian Bond remember civil rights movement
By Hamil R. Harris
Rep. John Lewis, D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and former State Senator Julian Bond recall fighting for equality.
By Hamil R. Harris |
02:30 PM ET, 02/28/2012 |
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