Today’s Headlines – October 19, 2023
Rep. Jim Jordan to Endorse McHenry for House Speaker After Own Bid Fails Twice
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan, a primary figure in efforts to challenge the outcome of the 2020 election, failed to secure the required 217 votes to become speaker, and will instead endorse Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina to fill the role through Jan. 3.
In RFK Campus Discussion, Maloof Skate Park Patrons Stand Strong
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser met with community members to discuss her vision for the RFK campus, which includes a stadium and other amenities, while addressing concerns about Maloof Skate Park, which is a home away from home for many young skateboarders.
As Israel-Hamas Escalates, Local Faith Leaders Pray, Advocate for More Peaceful Days
Faith leaders in the US are weighing in on the Israeli-Hamas conflict, advocating for peace and prioritizing prayer, despite differing opinions, as they seek to navigate these challenging times through prayer and religious practices.
Residents Unhappy About CVS Columbia Heights Shoplifting
CVS in the Northwest, D.C. neighborhood of Columbia Heights is experiencing high levels of shoplifting, leaving many of the store’s shelves bare despite the presence of security guards and equipment to deter shoplifting.
Phylicia Rashad: A Journey from Houston to Hollywood and Beyond
Phylicia Rashad, renowned actress and director, has had a remarkable journey from her birthplace in Houston, Texas, to the pinnacle of success in the entertainment industry, and is currently the dean of Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University.
Heart disease: Black Baltimore’s No. 1 killer
In the United States, the scourge of coronary heart disease (CHD) devours a staggering $108 billion in annual health care costs, according to a recent Deloitte analysis. A disturbing $1.3 billion of this total is tied to health care inequities, according to the same analysis. The National Institutes of Health defines CHD as a kind of heart disease in which arteries of the heart fail to deliver ample oxygen-rich blood to the heart. But it’s not just a clinical entity—it is a mirror reflecting the narrative of inequity in American health care and society.
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