Axel F, D.C.’s classic soul party, to return to the Howard Theatre
(Bill O'Leary / WASHINGTON POST)
REVIEW| With tons of balloons, vintage videos, and other scholastic props, Axel F will transform the posh Howard Theatre into a prom ballroom circa 1986.
Axel F, D.C.’s classic soul party, to return to the Howard Theatre
REVIEW| With tons of balloons, vintage videos, and other scholastic props, Axel F will transform the posh Howard Theatre into a prom ballroom circa 1986.
Why I chose a historically black college- as a white person
ESSAY| When I was a senior in high school and started considering where I wanted to go to college, racial demographics were never a factor for me. I ended up at Howard University where the majority of students are black and I am among a small minority of white students.
Historically black colleges are seeing an increase in white students
As more African-American students attend majority white institutions, there are more available slots open at HBCUs for non-black students and more possibilities for diversity on the campuses.
Doing away with food deserts in the District
It’s hard to believe that so many in America -- over 50 million people -- live in food insecurity. What’s worse is that this food insecurity is most apparent in our nation’s capital.
State of Equality and Justice in America: The Presumption of Guilt
The presumption of guilt follows too many poor and minority children to school, a place where children should be nurtured and supported, not criminalized and incarcerated. Yet the pipeline from school to jail is so insidious, many parents now fear schools as much as they fear the criminal justice system.
Food trucks test their pull in the District
Food truck owners and advocates should make sure they don’t wind up arguing against rules that could keep the industry alive.
Bowie State to hold commencement at UMD: A disrespect to tradition?
OP-ED| Commencement marks a collective achievement for a class of scholars advancing to the next chapter in their lives. So let’s embrace this year’s commencement with the same energy, love and Bulldog pride.
Snyder’s “Never” is reminiscent of an ugly past
OPINION| “Never” is a terminal sounding word, void of hope, any appeal to reason, de-humanizing and portents a situation that will not change.
Pr. George’s gospel concert features actress with top gospel hit
Tamela Mann headlined the McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour in Fort Washington.
Tina Gordon Chism: Telling rich black stories one movie at a time
Chism’s directorial debut is a universal message of acceptance and unconditional love.
Things to do: May 9-15, 2013
Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Bobby McFerrin performs at the Kennedy Center.
Census: Blacks voted at higher rates than whites in 2012
The report provided fresh evidence of how the electorate is being reshaped.
‘EMPOWERED’ Artistry: Alicia Keys’ campaign to combat HIV/AIDS
OPINION| Taboo subjects like sexually transmitted diseases rarely make their way into hip-hop and pop song lyrics. Keys is trying to change the culture of silence.
D.C.’s separate and (un)equal driver’s license plan
OPINION| Gray’s new plan to offer special drivers licenses for undoumented immigrants exacerbates discrimination and endangers the community
Charles Ramsey: Internet star, hero or both?
Ramsey’s interactions with the media have led some to ask if his heroism is being overshadowed by Internet memes.
Squabble over U Street restaurant offers close-up on city’s constant change
COLUMN| Dispute over The Islander’s liquor license portends future battles as city continues to change.
Montgomery County chapter of Jack And Jill celebrates 50 years
Festive night celebrates the chapter’s work and legacy.
Jason Collins’s coming out a start for changing pro sports’ culture
ESSAY| Decision is a clear sign of how our sports locker-room culture is beginning to change.
Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly dies, taking a piece of 90’s music history with him
One half of the 90s rap sensation KrissKross, Kelly inspired many to be radically different.
‘Come out, come out whoever you are’: The legacy of Jason Collins
What struck me is that not long ago, the NBA ball players admission might have ended an athlete’s career.
‘Long Distance Revolutionary’: New film examines the life of Mumia Abu-Jamal
REVIEW| A new documentary takes a look at the life of the famed prisoner, who some believe is a political prisoner and others still believe is a convicted cop-killer.
Imagine a Future‘ Sheds Light on Black Women and Internalized Racism
The documentary portrays an age-old struggle facing African Americans: to believe that “black is beautiful.”
The problem with zero tolerance policies: How to keep kids out of class, not in
OPINION| DC Public Schools’ much lauded reform efforts are still failing to produce positive results for DC’s students, according to a new report. We offer some some solutions to help reverse that trend.
Introducing the Real Housewives of...Benning Road?
Clearly, the ladies of Benning Road are nothing close to their "Real Housewives of D.C." counterparts. But none of that matters.
Revisiting the Clark Doll Test: NYC mother urges Mattel to make diverse Barbie party supplies
OPINION| While I commend the efforts to put pressure on Mattel, I think our energies as middle class educated African-Americans is better spent forming our own companies to build our own products- not asking a major corporation to do it for us.
State of Equality and Justice in America: It’s time to step it up, we have not arrived
OP-ED| The task before Black leaders today begins with making sure that those coming behind us understand that even though the Civil Rights Movement forced laws to change, it did not change the hearts and minds of all Americans.
Heroes in our own backyards
ESSAY|While it is easy to be in awe of those who risk their lives of horrific danger, I was reminded of the heroes I met while attending D.C.’s public schools- who in their own way- saved my life.
Drug war takes aim at synthetic marijuana
Increasing attention now is being given to synthetic marijuana-- a reflection that the relatively new designer drug has become the latest target in the war on drugs.
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