Liberia: $7.2 Million GROW-2 Agricultural Program Launched
Sweden has provided $7.2 million for the launch of the GROW-2 agriculture program, which is aimed at developing sustainable agro-based value chain enterprises in Liberia, with a focus on nutritious value chains and businesses, and will be implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
Man Arrested, Charged with Murder in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 Death
Duane Keith Davis has been indicted on one count of murder with the use of a deadly weapon and with intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in the shooting death of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur in 1996.
House Votes to Pass 45-Day Spending Bill, Avoiding Shutdown and Ukraine Aid Debate
The House of Representatives passed a 45-day stopgap spending measure, effectively averting a government shutdown, with bipartisan support, despite the absence of support for Ukraine.
Friendship Collegiate Defeats H.D. Woodson in Battle for Northeast
Friendship Collegiate Prep defeated H.D. Woodson 45-12 in the Battle of Northeast, showcasing their defense and special teams play to dominate the Warriors.
Large Institutions, Black-Owned Businesses Continue to Connect Through Local Program
The DC Community Anchor Partnership (DCAP) has helped connect minority business enterprises (MBEs) with large contracts from anchor institutions, resulting in increased opportunities for MBEs to expand their businesses and create jobs.
Emmanuel Massillon’s Transcendent Opening at UTA Artist Space
Emmanuel Massillon’s debut solo exhibition, “Some Believe It To Be Conspiracy”, was a successful event that brought together diverse attendees and highlighted his novel works exploring themes of mass incarceration, the drug epidemic, manipulation of Black culture, and flaws in judicial and medical systems.
Dianne Feinstein, Longest-Serving Female Senator, Dies at 90: A Look Back at Her Legacy in Gun Control and Bipartisanship
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, the longest-serving female senator and the longest-serving Californian senator, has died at 90, leaving behind a legacy of bipartisan cooperation and gun control measures.
4 Things to Research Before Buying a Home
Before buying a home, it’s important to define your wants and needs, understand the home-buying process, and research mortgage rates to avoid making costly mistakes.
Sari Climate Workshop Showcases How We Are All Intertwined
Monica Jahan Bose uses 18-foot-long woven cotton saris to connect people in D.C. with women in Katakhali, Bangladesh, and to raise awareness of climate change and our ability to contribute to efforts to protect our earth and all its people.
Schwalb Announces Ward 8 Apartment Building Owners to Pay $2M for D.C. Law Violations
The managers and owners of two subsidized apartment complexes in Ward 8 will pay $2 million in penalties and restitution, including rent credits, for violating D.C. law and endangering more than 400 tenants.
Wells Fargo Foundation Gifts NAREB $500K for Black Developer Academy
The Wells Fargo Foundation awarded the National Association of Real Estate Brokers a $500,000 grant to bolster the organization’s Black Developer Academy, which aims to facilitate diversity and inclusion within the real estate development industry.
America’s Precarious Crossroads: A Nation on the Brink
The U.S. is at a precipice due to a lack of trust in governmental and political institutions, racial animus, and divisive rhetoric, and must take immediate action to forge a more inclusive and equitable future.
Senior Biden Adviser Says White House is ‘Taking Names and Kicking Butt’
Stephen K. Benjamin, the White House director of the Office of Public Engagement and senior adviser to President Joe Biden, praised the experience and wisdom of Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, and praised the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to equity and diversity.
Biden-Harris Administration Launches White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to Tackle Epidemic
The Biden-Harris administration has established the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, led by Vice President Kamala Harris, to implement crucial executive and legislative measures to save lives and heal communities.
Cerise Turner, Ms. Senior D.C. 2023, Tackles Digital Ageism in Her Platform
Cerise Turner, the 2023 Ms. Senior D.C., is promoting awareness of the digital divide and advocating for seniors to become more knowledgeable and adaptive to modern-day technology, while also preparing to compete nationally at the Ms. Senior America Pageant.
Dignitaries, Changemakers, Lawmakers Tout the Black Press at 2023 NNPA National Leadership Awards Reception
The National Newspaper Publishers Association held its annual National Leadership Awards Reception, honoring activists, celebrities, politicians, and changemakers for their contributions to the African American community, and urging support for the Black Press.
Hollywood Labor Dispute Nears End as Writers Guild Reaches Tentative Deal
The Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers have reached a tentative agreement to end the 146-day strike, which includes higher pay for streaming content, agreements on minimum staffing for TV shows, and protections against AI technology affecting writers’ credits and pay.
Duane ‘Cousin Wayne’ Cunningham Speaks to Youth, Parents in New BookÂ
Duane Cunningham’s book “Blueprint to be a Better You” is a short, to-the-point guide for young people to embrace their potential and overcome the challenges they face.
Environmental Justice at the ALC: A Conversation with Rep. Jennifer McClellan
Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia, spoke about environmental justice at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference, and the need for the Congressional Black Caucus to lead in the environmental space.
Council Member Parker, Other Lawmakers Rally Around LGBTQIA Nigerians
Openly LGBTQIA elected officials in the D.C. area have joined forces to call for the Nigerian government to reverse its anti-LGBTQIA laws, while also calling for economic sanctions against the country.
Bowser Presents the 38th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards
The 38th annual Mayor’s Arts Awards, a celebration of D.C. arts and culture, will take place on Sept. 28 at the Lincoln Theatre to honor local artists, arts educators, creatives and fashion industry gurus, nonprofit organizations, and patrons of the arts and humanities.
Norton Panel Addresses D.C. Statehood, Cannabis Policy
D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton moderated a panel at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 52nd Annual Legislative Conference on the status of the District statehood, how the city’s policies on recreational and medicinal marijuana are influenced by federal laws, and the intersection between the two issues.
Health Leaders Discuss Hot Topics and National Crises Among Black Communities
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation hosted a diverse range of discussions highlighting prevalent health issues and their unique effects within Black communities, including mental health issues, addiction, and the opioid crisis.
Strategies for Political and Business Success Highlight CBCF-ALC Sessions
Black Women’s Roundtable Policy Forum featured discussions on the power of the ballot, navigating the C-Suite, HBCUs, and AI for the Culture, with panelists encouraging attendees to think differently about AI.
Movie Mogul Tyler Perry Meets Bahamas Prime Minister to Discuss Economic Development
Tyler Perry and Bishop Neil C. Ellis paid a courtesy call to Bahamas Prime Minister Philip E. Davis to discuss the country’s plan to develop its orange economy and to look forward to collaboration in the future.
Biden Admin Cutting Medical Bills From Credit Scores: VP Kamala Harris
The Biden administration has started the process of removing medical bills from credit scores and reports, which will improve the credit ratings of millions of Americans and make it easier to obtain a home mortgage or auto loan.