Despite Trump’s support for the “Right to IVF” bill, Senate Republicans have ensured the Democrat failed a second time. In a second vote on September 17, the bill sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth failed to secure the necessary 60 votes with a…
Despite Trump’s support for the “Right to IVF” bill, Senate Republicans have ensured the Democrat failed a second time. In a second vote on September 17, the bill sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth failed to secure the necessary 60 votes with a…
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is set to debut her highly anticipated podcast, Mind Your Own, on September 19. This new storytelling series promises a unique exploration of the African diaspora, weaving together personal narratives and cultural insights from across the globe. Mind…
Washington, D.C. – The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation has honored President Biden with a CBC Lifetime Achievement Award on September 14 at Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown Washington, D.C. Receiving the Phoenix Award, Biden praised the CBC for its…
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), outlined a new strategy for military cooperation in Africa during a press briefing on Thursday, September 12. The briefing, held by the U.S. Department of State’s Africa Regional Media…
The Bowser Administration and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) have unveiled a plan to enhance Metrobus services in response to the phase-out of the DC Circulator, which is set to conclude by December 31, 2024. This initiative aims to mitigate…
American musician Jidenna Theodore Mobisson, known mostly by his first name, Jidenna, has articulated his words beautifully–as he does his lyrics–that Kamala Harris is a bridge of hope for the black Diaspora around the globe considering the influence of the U.S. The…
Though February is more popular for being the Black History Month and for African Heritage, September has been living up to its tag as the African Heritage Month since Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the proclamation on September 1. County Executive Angela D.…
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is calling on families to leverage the plethora of afterschool and out-of-school programs available to youths in the nation’s capital by attending the upcoming 2nd Annual Afterschool in the City resource fair. The fair is to be…
Starting this Friday, September 6, Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration will be canceling the medical debts of select low-income DC residents. Over 62,500 Washingtonians will be notified that their outstanding medical debt, totaling nearly $42 million, has been wiped out. The program’s eligibility…
Washington, DC has officially launched its annual 202Creates festival, a month-long celebration showcasing the city’s diverse and talented creative community on August 29. Initiated in September 2016 under Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration, this event highlights local artists and creatives across all eight…