D.C. Internships is accepting applications for programs in the Institute on Political Journalism for summer 2016 positions. Students can earn up to 35 hours a week in competitive internships around […]
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Azur Soleil Organics Hosts Open House
Azur Soleil Organics is hosting a pre-holiday open house event on Nov. 21 from 4 p. m. – 8 p. m. in studio 15 at the Monroe Street Market, 716 […]
Stop the Hunger Now Program
The Lambda Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, in partnership with the Heritage Fellowship Church, is sponsoring a Stop Hunger Now Meal Packaging event on Nov. 21 from […]
Howard Univ. Students Threatened—But Continue in Solidarity with Univ. of Missouri Students
Howard University students, walk near the University’s main gate in Washington (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) (Updated 11/13/2015) Nightfall on Howard University’s campus on Nov. 12 saw the usual early evening […]
Poetry & Musical Artist Showcase
TAGDMV and Nova Gray are sponsoring an event to highlight artists and performers from the Metro area on Nov. 20 at Addis Ababa Restaurant, 8233 Fenton Street at 6 p. […]
Minister Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary
Dr. Nicku Mordi is celebrating 50 years of philanthropy, ministry, and leadership from Nov. 20 – Nov. 21. There will be a Thanksgiving praise and worship service on Nov. 20 […]
Author Discusses Book on Black Women
Aimee Meredith Cox Aimee Meredith Cox, author and assistant professor of African-American studies at Fordham University will be discussing her book “Shapeshifters” on Nov. 21 from 2 p. m. – […]
100 Black Women Brunch
The Northern Virginia Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women is sponsoring its annual brunch on Nov. 21 at the Ritz Carrolton, 1250 South Hayes Street from 11:30 […]
Families Unite Against Police Violence at DOJ
Rise Up October, a group composed of mothers from across the country, who have lost loved ones to police brutality and violence, gathered at the DOJ Nov. 10 to announce […]
D.C. Seeks to Lower Voting Age to 16
Charles Allen represents Ward 6 on the D.C. Council. (AFRO File Photo) D.C. Council member Charles Allen (Ward 6) introduced “The Youth Vote Amendment Act of 2015” on Nov. 3, […]
D. C. Wants to Steer $317M to Minority Businesses
D.C. Mayor Muriel Boweser is trying to steer more government work to the city’s small and medium size businesses. Muriel Bowser is the mayor of the District. (Courtesy Photo) On […]
Todd’s 2016 Ward 4 Agenda Puts Seniors First
D.C. Councilman Brandon Todd D.C. Councilman Brandon Todd (D-Ward 4) told over 300 senior citizens from his ward that they are his top priority. He said he will work to […]