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Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is responding in support of President Donald Trump’s “takeover” of the city, saying she and the police chief plan to make the increased federal force “useful” for the city. “We have been focused the last several years on hiring more MPD (Metropolitan Police Department) officers.
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton August 13, 2025 The former child actress-turned-veterinarian was 60 years old The Black sitcom world paused to acknowledge the death of Dr. Danielle Spencer (Dee), 60, of the classic television series What’s Happening!!, after her former co-star on the show, Heyward Nelson, told the world
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton August 13, 2025 On Nipsey Hussle Day, the Hyde Park Station will be renamed Deceased recording artist Nipsey Hussle will be celebrated by the Los Angeles Metro transit system with a temporary renaming of a train station and limited-edition TAP cards that can be purchased
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman August 13, 2025 The nurses were reportedly fired over alleged HIPAA violations regarding the now-deceased girl. Fifteen nurses at a children’s hospital in Washington were fired after a 12-year-old Black girl committed suicide during their care. The tween girl was supposed to have 24-hour supervision at the
by Mitti Hicks August 13, 2025 Now that Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” has passed, there are rule changes that will likely roll back the progress among the uninsured. Millions of Americans enrolled in Obamacare will likely see a difference when re-enrollment becomes available again. While Republicans are not as loud
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it’s time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night’s sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it’s worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year. “We don’t say ‘ get good sleep ’ just because,” said
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman August 13, 2025 Per tradition, the presidential portrait is supposed to hang in the grand foyer. Trump has removed Barack Obama’s presidential portrait from the grand foyer of the White house, instead placing in it a hidden stairwell. According to CNN, the portrait swaps and locations were
Barbie collectors will soon be able to get their hands on a new doll inspired by tennis legend Venus Williams. This doll, according to the Barbie Instagram page, celebrates Williams’ tennis achievements as a seven-time Grand Slam champ and as an advocate for gender pay equity. It will be released
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 13, 2025 A woman who lost money buying a faulty car on Facebook is raising awareness on the growing number of marketplae scams. A woman who lost her entire savings on a faulty car bought through Facebook Marketplace is warning others about the rising number of
The White House is ordering a wide-ranging review of the Smithsonian museums and exhibitions ahead of the country’s 250th birthday with a goal of aligning the institution’s content with President Donald Trump’s interpretation of American history. In a letter sent Tuesday to Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch III, the White House laid
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is responding in support of President Donald Trump’s “takeover” of the city, saying she and the police chief plan to make the increased federal force “useful” for the city. “We have been focused the last several years on hiring more MPD (Metropolitan Police Department) officers.
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton August 13, 2025 The former child actress-turned-veterinarian was 60 years old The Black sitcom world paused to acknowledge the death of Dr. Danielle Spencer (Dee), 60, of the classic television series What’s Happening!!, after her former co-star on the show, Heyward Nelson, told the world
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton August 13, 2025 On Nipsey Hussle Day, the Hyde Park Station will be renamed Deceased recording artist Nipsey Hussle will be celebrated by the Los Angeles Metro transit system with a temporary renaming of a train station and limited-edition TAP cards that can be purchased
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman August 13, 2025 The nurses were reportedly fired over alleged HIPAA violations regarding the now-deceased girl. Fifteen nurses at a children’s hospital in Washington were fired after a 12-year-old Black girl committed suicide during their care. The tween girl was supposed to have 24-hour supervision at the
by Mitti Hicks August 13, 2025 Now that Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” has passed, there are rule changes that will likely roll back the progress among the uninsured. Millions of Americans enrolled in Obamacare will likely see a difference when re-enrollment becomes available again. While Republicans are not as loud
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it’s time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night’s sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it’s worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year. “We don’t say ‘ get good sleep ’ just because,” said
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman August 13, 2025 Per tradition, the presidential portrait is supposed to hang in the grand foyer. Trump has removed Barack Obama’s presidential portrait from the grand foyer of the White house, instead placing in it a hidden stairwell. According to CNN, the portrait swaps and locations were
Barbie collectors will soon be able to get their hands on a new doll inspired by tennis legend Venus Williams. This doll, according to the Barbie Instagram page, celebrates Williams’ tennis achievements as a seven-time Grand Slam champ and as an advocate for gender pay equity. It will be released
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 13, 2025 A woman who lost money buying a faulty car on Facebook is raising awareness on the growing number of marketplae scams. A woman who lost her entire savings on a faulty car bought through Facebook Marketplace is warning others about the rising number of
The White House is ordering a wide-ranging review of the Smithsonian museums and exhibitions ahead of the country’s 250th birthday with a goal of aligning the institution’s content with President Donald Trump’s interpretation of American history. In a letter sent Tuesday to Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch III, the White House laid