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Prince George’s County invests $30 million to transform Temple Hills Community Center…
The glossy veneer of reality television success has been shattered in Maryland. The…
Dr. Oye Owolewa vows he "won't be intimidated" after vandals spray-painted his DC home with profanity in apparent political retaliation, calling for community action against political violence.…
Montgomery County, Maryland has enacted groundbreaking legislation establishing a graduated fine system for speed camera violations as part of its Vision Zero…
On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced federal workers with over…
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President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One in October 2025 that…
President Trump addressed Israel's Knesset following the release of all living hostages,…
Dr. Oye Owolewa vows he "won't be intimidated" after vandals spray-painted his DC home with profanity in apparent political retaliation, calling for community action against political violence.…
Maryland Responds to Federal Government Shutdown. The federal government shutdown that began at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2025, has prompted Maryland…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland, DC, and Virginia (DMV) region faces unprecedented economic vulnerability from the…
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Prince George’s County invests $30 million to transform Temple Hills Community Center…
The glossy veneer of reality television success has been shattered in Maryland. The…
Every year on October 1st, Nigerians worldwide commemorate the country’s independence from British colonial rule. The spirit of celebration is especially vibrant in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) region, where the Nigerian community comes together to honor heritage, culture, and the nation’s…
In a spectacular finale performance that left audiences captivated, British rap improviser Chris Turner took center stage on America’s Got Talent 2025 to deliver a memorable freestyle serenade dedicated to special guests Bozoma Saint John and Keely Watson during Tuesday night’s Season…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten Owens regarding the rights…
AfroPicnic DMV brought together the region’s vibrant multicultural diaspora for a one-of-a-kind experience celebrating culture, music, and community. There are events, and…
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On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced federal workers with over 100,000 jobs, free training, and career coaching across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.…
By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and to create generational wealth. Yet, for Black entrepreneurs on both sides of the Atlantic, this dream is often tempered by a harsh reality: the “black economy” remains largely segregated, not…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland, DC, and Virginia (DMV) region faces unprecedented economic vulnerability from the…
Prince George’s Police Department has announced the arrest of 35-year-old Hugo Rene Hernandez Mendez of Bowie, charged with first- and second-degree murder…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten Owens regarding the rights…
Lola Vision Systems, a DMV-based artificial intelligence and semiconductor startup has taken home the $125,000 grand prize at Investfest’s annual startup pitch competition, edging…
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When Jubilee Media uploaded its now viral Surrounded Mehdi Hasan Jubilee Debate debate episode, “1 Progressive…
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Washington, D.C. — Nov. 18, 2024 — Black-owned media-tech company TANTV was awarded a $50,000 pre-seed…
Washington, D.C. – 111/5/2024 – TANTV announces the results of the African Diaspora 2024 Presidential Election…
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By Emilie-Andrée Roumer Jabouin September 1964, my grandfather…
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TANTV's new 'Diaspora Voices' series, launched on Africa…
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By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and to create generational wealth. Yet, for Black entrepreneurs on both sides of the Atlantic, this dream is often tempered by a harsh reality: the “black economy” remains largely segregated, not…
Every year on October 1st, Nigerians worldwide commemorate the country’s…
The three West African nations—Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—all led…
Join us in celebrating a true servant of God, Reverend…
AfroPicnic DMV brought together the region’s vibrant multicultural diaspora for…
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Searches for "what is turf toe" spiked nationwide in September 2025 after NFL star Joe Burrow suffered a Grade 3 toe injury, leading to surgery and months of recovery for the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback.…
“Today’s vote is a tremendous win for the business community and our wider city and region,”…
Washington Commanders return to RFK Stadium promises jobs, housing, and economic growth in DC. A legacy…
On February 8, 2025, the Washington Wizards hosted the Atlanta Hawks at Capital One Arena in…
Super Bowl LIX at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was more than just a football…
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President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One in October 2025 that he does not think he is heaven bound, joking he…
Prince George’s County invests $30 million to transform Temple Hills Community Center into a culturally competent mental health hub. Taraji P. Henson’s…
President Trump addressed Israel's Knesset following the release of all living hostages, declaring the "historic dawn of a new Middle East" and…
The glossy veneer of reality television success has been shattered in Maryland. The Real Housewives of Potomac star Wendy Osefo fraud charges have exposed…
Dr. Oye Owolewa vows he "won't be intimidated" after vandals spray-painted his DC home with profanity in apparent political retaliation, calling for…
Montgomery County, Maryland has enacted groundbreaking legislation establishing a graduated fine system for speed camera violations as part of its Vision Zero…
On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced federal workers with over…
By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and…
Maryland Responds to Federal Government Shutdown. The federal government shutdown that began at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2025, has prompted Maryland…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland, DC, and Virginia (DMV) region faces unprecedented economic vulnerability from the…
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Prince George’s County invests $30 million to transform Temple Hills Community Center into a culturally competent mental health…
Prince George’s Police Department has announced the arrest of 35-year-old Hugo Rene Hernandez Mendez of Bowie, charged with…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten…
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On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten…
Blackbird Laboratories has secured a $2 million boost from Maryland’s new Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program—capital that will anchor a 35,000‑square‑foot Baltimore…
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Racism in the food system can be traced back to slavery in the Americas. The exploitation of Black…
On August 26, Fortress Investment Group announced Damola Adamolekun as the new CEO of Red Lobster restaurant chain.…
Tomorrow, September 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET, the Food Freedom Fighters coalition will host a virtual event…
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