Black College View

A Night on the Red Carpet

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Howard University students Crystal Cranmore, Philip Lucas and Christina Wright say they always will remember their night at the White House Correspondents Association awards dinner. Read their blogs and see more pictures of the scholarship winners in 1st Person.

Bright Lights, Big Stars

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ms. Dudley in career services tried to explain how overwhelming the White House Correspondents Association Dinner would be. However, after the event I realized nothing could have really prepared me for the adventure that awaited me, Crystal Cranmore and Christina Wright as winners of the association's scholarship.

Taken Aback by the Attention

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cool air hit my face. Cameras began flashing. People began cheering and clapping. I looked around for the celebrity that just had to be close by. There weren't any.

The crowd was cheering for me! (I guess Phillip and Crystal, too.)

Saturday night, April 26, was more than I could have ever expected.

Presidential Hopefuls' Fundraising May Reach Record Levels

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

The adage "money talks" will undoubtedly hold true as presidential hopefuls seek their party's nomination in the first primary since 1928 to have open races for both political parties.

Between eight Democratic and 10 Republican candidates nearly $420 million have been raised in the mere nine months since fundraising began.

Primaries Come Earlier This Year

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Pulpit Politics

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the presidential election. In a three-part audio series, Charlotte Young captures the sentiments of the Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright Jr., pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, where Obama worships. Click on each icon to listen.

The Dark Horse

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

He was born in Pittsburgh and now lives in Texas. A father of five and grandfather of 17, he is familiar with what it takes to raise a family. As a ten-time Representative of the 14th Congressional District of Texas, he is known for his consistency in his voting tendencies.

YES WE CAN!

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sonny Jackson is a Howard University senior, and the President of the university's chapter of Students for Barack Obama. Born and raised in Philadelphia Pennsylvania Sonny gave a brief overview of the place that he has come from, "my city averages more than one body per day, and it's like the Gaza strip out there now.

'A Conversation With Hillary'

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton sat with members of the black press in Washington Wednesday night for an hour-long forum called "A Conversation with Hillary."

Candidates Cater to Young Voters

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 05:00:00 GMT

With young adults concerned over issues such as the war in Iraq, the cost of education and health care, presidential candidates have been catering their issues and campaigns to relate to these voters.

Kat Barr, the director of education for the Rock the Vote campaign, said she believes it is likely to be a strong year for young voter turnout in the primaries.
* Click on the video to hear Barr discuss the presidential race.

Mum's the Word

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Chelsea Clinton was a sheltered teenager when she was photographed, her head held high, as she walked across the White House lawn holding hands with her parents. Her mother was on Chelsea's left looking away from her husband. Her father, who was being pilloried for his dalliance with a White House intern, was on her right.

Obama, Huckabee Win in Iowa

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Illinois Sen. Barack Obama and former Arkansas Gov. Tom Huckabee declared victory in their respective Democratic and Republican caucuses in Iowa late Thursday night, as candidates on both sides proclaimed that the outcome signaled a desire for change in the White House. Click on Election 2008 under the News section to the left for more information and the articles below:
* Presidential Hopefuls' Fundraising May Reach Record Levels
* Primary & Caucus Calendar
* 2000 Race Sparks Voter Apathy
* Appealing to Young Voters (also Rock the Vote video)

States Vie for Earlier Presidential Primaries

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 05:00:00 GMT

If it seems as if 2008's presidential candidates started stumping the campaign trail earlier than ever before, it's because they did. That's because primary season - when each party's candidate is chosen as the result of state primaries and caucuses - is earlier than ever before, starting this year with the Iowa caucus on Jan. 3. Click on Election 2008 under the News section to the left for more information and the articles below:
* Presidential Hopefuls' Fundraising May Reach Record Levels
* Primary & Caucus Calendar
* 2000 Race Sparks Voter Apathy
* Appealing to Young Voters (also Rock the Vote video)
* GOP Candidates at a Glance
* Democratic Candidates at a Glance

Young Adults Wonder If Their Ballots Matter

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Though the 2008 presidential election is nearly a year away, talk of whom to vote for and why is a particularly controversial and sensitive subject in the black community, especially among young adults.

Since 1971 when the legal voting age was officially lowered from 21 to 18, young adults have been urged to make their voices heard by exercising their power to be part of the political decision-making process.

Something Happens Everyday on the Georgia Avenue Bus

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Transit up and down Georgia Avenue may prove to be a daily adventure for residents of Northwest DC. While most prefer the comfort of their own cars, or the convenience and quickness of the Metrorail, the Metrobus up and down the Georgia Avenue Corridor has been an easy route for those that live and work along the strip, which is the longest street in the Washington, DC region.

Best Cuts: More Than Just a Cut

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Just a simple haircut is enough to bring the community together on Georgia Avenue.

At Best Cuts located at 2612 Georgia Ave., everyone is welcomed and given quality service while customers build rapport with their stylist and barbers. Those from all parts of the world - from Panama to Jamaica - unite in brotherhood and sisterhood all for the passion of barbering.

Students Give Knowledge, Learn About Life

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMT

NEW ORLEANS (March 17, 2008)-Along with helping to rebuild houses during their spring break, Howard University students in New Orleans this week are also looking to help rebuild futures. Fourteen of those students began their weeklong journey to achieve just that Monday at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.

About the ANC

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Activist Art

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Beyond the Killing Fields

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

BREAK THE SILENCE � AND DO SOMETHING

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

There is without a doubt a growing disregard and unawareness of world issues amongst this minority generation of college students. Much of the apathy that has been instilled in the students is likely due to the way they have been mainstreamed and the significant increase in the influence of popular culture.

From Black Power to Black Sunday:

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Students Arrested at South African Embassy

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

The Birth of SNCC

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

The New Face of Activism

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Rebuilding New Orleans

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

The Orangeburg Massacre of 1968

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Two years before the shootings at Kent State University, three students died at South Carolina State College in what came to be known as the Orangeburg Massacre. Their deaths in February 1968 sparked a deeper commitment to activism among students at colleges in Washington and elsewhere.

Timeline

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Why I Marched

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Black Power Beyond the Dance Floor

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Blacks and the Environment: A "White" Issue or Universal Concern?

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Celebrations for Earth Day 2008 kicked off on Sunday April 20th with a concert at the National Mall. Despite the weather conditions that eventually cancelled the concert, a crowd estimated at 30,000 people showed up to support the environment with their presence.

E. Ethelbert Miller

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Christopher Cathcart

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 05:00:00 GMT

30th Anniversary of Steven Biko's Death

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Activist Art

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Activist Art

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Community Says 'Kwaheri' (Farewell) to Karibu

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The African-American community has been in mourning for the past week over the loss of the largest black book chain in the country, Karibu Books.

In a letter posted on the Karibu Web site, CEO Simba Sana informed customers that after 15 years of service the bookstores would be closing their doors in the coming weeks.

Students Offered 'Ultimate Steal' from Microsoft

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Financially strapped students trying to make the grade will catch a break from Microsoft. The world's leading software company is offering its new Microsoft Office software package to college students for less than $60. Office Ultimate 2007, Microsoft's latest suite of software to help students and professionals create and organize high-quality documents and presentations, will be available to students enrolled in institutions of higher education with a valid campus e-mail address for only $59.

New Cars for 2008

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Innovative, revolutionary, technology! That's what these brand new cars for 2008 scream. Honestly what do we all look for in a car? Speed, sound, alarm systems, comfort, and life expectancy. The Audi R8, BMW 1 Series Coupe, and Doge Viper SRT10 will definitely be hot commodities for 2008.

Simmons Sisters Continue Entrepreneurial Legacy

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

MTV reality show sweethearts Vanessa and Angela Simmons have extended the entrepreneurial legacy of the Simmons family with Pastry Footwear, a line of sneakers designed by girls for girls. The pair has more than enough business models to mimic within their own family.

Black Friday a Big Hit for Businesses, Researchers Say

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

After the turkey, sweet potato pie and string bring casserole, Ameera Koonce geared up for another kind of feast - shopping. Bundled in layers of clothes to stay warm, Koonce waited in line for two hours to get first pick at Best Buy's door-buster deals, and she wasn't alone.

Eco-Friendly Vehicles: Investing In The Future

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many consumers in the past few years have been desperately trying to do right by the environment. Those of us who live by excruciating day-to-day schedules all need a reliable source to get back and forth from work or handling personal necessities like grocery shopping.

A Great Day for Everlasting Life

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

With the slogan "Everlasting Life is food for the people, not food for profit," Everlasting Life is the only black community-owned health food complex in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The organic market began when its founder, Dr. Baruch Ben-Yehudah, and a group of people in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle began to buy filtered water, whole grains, organic herbs, spices, vitamins and other natural products in bulk to share amongst each other.

Saving Big

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

This season promises a more diverse selection on sales for consumers. Although the state of the economy is not the best, it will not prevent shoppers from getting their Black Friday deals. Businesses have found ways to still meet their quota of sales and hopefully appease all of the early birds out to get the worm.

A Look Into History

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Where did Fairlawn get its name, many may wonder? Adolphus Gude, a florist, owned much of the land many years ago. He used a lot of it to grow flowers for his business. Gude was the one to name the community Fairlawn . Today, many homes, churches, and businesses are located where the flower gardens once grew, Patricia Jones, Treasurer and Chairman of the Education Committee of the Fairlawn Citizens Association explained.

Anacostia

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Georgetown

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Walking through the commercial areas of Georgetown like M Street, one may not guess the history behind this neighborhood. Home to many historical landmarks, high-end stores, upscale restaurants and a rich nightlife, Georgetown has made its mark as one of the hot neighborhoods in the District.

Is Kingman Field Going to the Dogs?

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Kingman Field is going to the dogs. At least, that's what the advocacy group Hill Hounds would like to see. The Washington, D.C.- based organization has been voicing the concerns of animal lovers and their pets across the District for the past five years, and has set its sights on transforming underdeveloped locations in Kingman Field to a dog park.

New Development in District Hopes to Revitalize Neighborhood Overrun with Crime

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Once a home to nuns but now overridden with violence and drugs, the Sursum Corda neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C., will get a facelift in hopes of bringing some of its tranquility from the 1960s back to the community.

The low-income Sursum Corda cooperative will be torn down to make way for mixed income housing, retail and office space.

Takoma: A Suburb in the City

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The sun was beginning to set on a very windy evening in Takoma. To avoid the cold winds, Metro train commuters, clad in heavy black and gray coats, charged forward to get from the metro station exit to their cars. Also moving fast, were the golden brown leaves that rustled as they were being blown down Cedar Street, northwest.

Petworth

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Estella's Hats Boutique Is Priceless

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 03:00:00 GMT

Contrary to rumors and internet postings, Estella's Hats is not for sale. After the death of Estella Forbes Wheeler, hat designer and former owner of the boutique, the fate of the black owned business was up for speculation.
Wheeler did not simply make hats, but designed symbols of dignity for African-American women.

Are Blacks Living King's Dream?

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On today's anniversary of the death of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., African Americans are reflecting on accomplishments that have been achieved throughout the years.

Coming to America

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In the midst of the war on terrorism, the economic decline, and the presidential race, the U.S. was, for the first time ever, graced with the presence of Pope Benedict XVI last week. Over 150,000 tickets were requested for the Mass he gave at the Nationals Stadium last Thursday, but how his visit impacted the minority Catholics has been controversial.

DC Public Schools See Decline Enrollment, Charter Schools Continue to See Rise

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

While the enrollment in DC charter schools increases drastically, public school enrollment has declined for the seventh consecutive year.

Ethiopian Council Gives Assistance Beyond Borders

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"Changing Lives, Changing Futures," is the Ethiopian Community Development Council 's (ECDC) slogan for African refugees and immigrants living in America, as it hosts its 14th National Conference celebrating 25 years of accomplishments and contributions of Africans.

Ex-Essence Editor to Visit Howard

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Susan L. Taylor, former editor of Essence, one of the nation's most successful African American magazines, will be sign copies of her latest book at the Howard University Bookstore between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. today.

The author's new book is titled "All About Love: Favorite Selections From In the Spirit on Living Fearlessly.

George Mason Professor Examines the Impact of Politically Infused Music in 1968

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Thomas Stanley says he is not an "old school kind of guy." He keeps his eyes forward, looking straight ahead toward the future. So, in looking back over the last 40 years, he said the process was a bit melancholy. The recent commemoration of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Google Message Discovery Feature Allows Users to Organize Email�for a Small Fee

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Given that e-mail has become a mainstay in our technology driven society, the need to store and organize the information communicated through email has become essential to email management process. Many college students have chosen Google's free Gmail system for daily email use, but found that the massive amount emails coming in daily can be overwhelming without a means to sort or organize them. Naturally, Google followed suit behind Microsoft Exchange and Lotus to create a filing system for old and new emails that need to be saved and organized.

Google recently introduced Google Message Discovery, a service that will allow users to archive old email and provide on-demand e-discovery. The new product was announced last week on the Official Google Enterprise Blog. It is being hosted through Postini, an email archiving vendor that Google acquired in July of 2007.

Hearing Held on Closing of Meyer Elementary in Ward 1

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Empty seats were the backdrop for the community hearing Thursday evening at Harriet Tubman Elementary School on the proposed closing of Meyer Elementary School in Ward 1.

Representatives from District of Columbia Public Schools, including the Office of the Chancellor, came to discuss and hear testimony from concerned residents on the closing of Meyer and other schools within the ward.

Janney School Seeks Space, Opportunity for Expansion

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

TThe closing of the 23 schools will indirectly affect Janney Elementary School. Like nearby schools in upper Northwest Washington, Janney is overcrowded and has a waiting list for families outside its enrollment boundary. The school, lined with portable units and classrooms filled with nearly 30 students apiece, needs more space and is searching for the right opportunity to expand. Instead of the city government taking over the project, it has proposed a Public Private Partnership. However, some parents are concerned about plans that call for Janney to sell land for housing and a public library.

Lessons in Living After Virginia Tech

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's almost 10 years deep in the nation's memory, yet everyone still vividly remembers the massacre at Columbine High School. The same will likely be true for the Virginia Tech shootings, as survivors mark the one-year anniversary with candlelight vigils and memorial ceremonies to mourn those killed on April 16, 2007.

M.M. Washington Is Only High School Targeted for Closing

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Although Thursday's snowfall hindered evening commutes for many District of Columbia residents, nearly 20 people gathered at Eastern High School a hearing on the proposed closing of M.M. Washington High School and Special Education Center.

The 45-minute hearing was led by Phyllis Harris, the chair of DCPS Special Education; Clara Cantey, the assistant chair; and Monika Taylor, the principal of Eastern Senior High School.

Mixed Views at Hearing for J.F. Cook

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

With 23 schools closing in the District of Columbia and 23 hearings being held the same night at the same time, parents from all areas of the city came out demanding answers.

At Emery Elementary School in Northeast Washington, parents discussed the proposed closings and consolidation of the schools, specifically the closing of J.

New Orleans' 9th Ward Still Struggles in Recovery

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

NEW ORLEANS (March 18, 2008)-The Upper Ninth Ward, an area know for its jazz roots, was itself uprooted when Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans Louisiana in August of 2005. It's been nearly three years since, and while much of the city has been rebuilt, many in the Upper Ninth Ward feel there is much more work still to be done.

No News Is Bad News

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On busy Pennsylvania Avenue in the nation's capital, a collection of people gather in front of a row of front pages from newspapers around the country. The fascinated on-lookers point, read and stare at the day's leading stories. They may not know it, but they are some of the first visitors to the Newseum, which will reopen to the public tomorrow.

Pope Benedict XVI May Not be Welcomed with Open Arms by Black Catholics

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many Black Catholics and Christians alike can remember the kind and gentle spirit of the last Pope John Paul II. Black Americans recall his strong connection to Black America and the compassion that he had for all people.

Pope Benedict XVI, however, Pope John Paul II's successor, is not revered as having those same charismatic qualities. It is said that DC Catholics should not expect the "Rocky" theme song to be played by a high school band like they did for Pope John Paul II. At most they should expect the very organized and politically correct speeches during his visit.

Rain on Earth Day's Parade

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The tents were pitched, the sound was cued and the stage was set. Everything humanly possible was taken care of to ensure the flagship event of the Earth Day Network (EDN) would run without a hitch.

Rebuilding in New Orleans, 2 1/2 years later

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Senior broadcast journalism major Thomas Warren shows the rebuilding in a part of the Upper Ninth Ward in New Orleans.

Rhee Gives Communities a Chance to Chime in on School Reuse Discussions

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Following months of speculation, uncertainty and a number of unproductive hearings, Chancellor Rhee finally announced which schools in Ward 4 would close their doors for good at the end of the semester: Rudolph and Clark Elementary schools. In April, Rhee organized community meetings in wards that will lose one or more public elementary schools to discuss some potential uses of the facilities.

School Consolidation Could Cause Overcrowding and Turf Wars, Parents Say

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The six residents gathered for a hearing on the proposed closing of Gibbs Elementary School were outnumbered by the 144 seats lining the auditorium at Miner Elementary on 15th Street Northeast.

As the hearing began, the audience could hear the sounds of schoolchildren running the hallways playing in their after-school program.

Talk of School Closings Disturbs Peace at Brookland

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Special community meeting chairman John Davis, along with D.C. Public Schools improvement specialist Annette Gregory, sat below a banner reading "Brookland is a peaceable school." The calm promoted at Brookland Elementary School was altered when Mayor Adrian M.

The Business of Financial Reporting

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Any seasoned journalist will proclaim that the field of journalism has changed drastically in the last two to three decades. According to Paul E. Steiger, the J-Faculty's most recently featured speaker, the world of financial reporting especially, has undergone a complete makeover since the 1970s.

The Charters Have It

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

All over the city, thousands of children between the ages of two to 18 make their daily trek to school. Some will attend one of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) or one of the public charter schools. However, of the two school systems, only one is seeing an increase in enrollment.

The Price of Parenthood

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In 2007 Monique Thompson, a sophomore at Howard University, became the proud mother of Andrew, her now one-year-old son. Many students drop out of school to work and provide for their child; however Thompson, unlike many of her contemporaries, decided to continue her education.

Ward 4's Youth Gear Up for DOES Summer Youth Program

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Registration for the 2008 Passport-to-Work Summer Youth Program (SYP) began last month for DC's youth. Facilitated by the Department of Employment Services (DOES), the SYP helps youth in DC get a head start on making their transition into the work force. Teens are paid to participate in a 10-week workforce training and development program that provides them with a real account of a day's work in a number of fields.

Ward Seven Goes Green

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 7B meeting held last Thursday proved fruitful, as community members discussed methods of beautification and environmental preservation in the area. "UFA is responsible for the planting and removal of trees and gingko injections in the area," said Anthony Jones, a representative from the Urban Forestry Administration (UFA), which falls under the jurisdiction of the District Department of Transportation .

A Year Long Celebration of the Black Experience

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Black History Month creates a buzz come the middle of January every year but one Washington, D.C. library is doing its part to highlight prominent African Americans and the black experience not only during February but throughout the year. The Martin Luther King Jr.

D.C. Ranks Fourth in Incarcerating Residents

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The United States ranks as number one in the word in incarceration of residents. Washington, D.C. ranks 4th in the country behind Philadelphia and two Tennessee counties Shelby and Davidson in incarcerating residents. A report by the Justice Policy Institute shows that the city has an over-reliance on incarceration, one reason for this high rate is the inability of inmates to post bail and having to stay in jail until their court date.

Debate Heats Up on Single Beer Ban

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

An 8th Ward Advisory Neighborhood Commission meeting got off to a fiery start when a resolution to support the single beer ban was proposed.

ANC commissioner, Tijwanna Phillips was not pleased when her resolution to support the single beer ban was shot down by a 3-2 vote.

Guns on College campuses?

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Washington area college students have mixed feelings about the proposed legislation by state Sen. Karen Johnson (R - AZ) to allow students and staff at public colleges and universities to carry concealed weapons on campus.

"Didn't anyone remember Columbine, Virginia Tech?" Matthew Alston, a student at American University asked.

Images of Katrina's Wrath

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Click NEWS to the left to see more videos and slide shows from New Orleans. Read student reactions under BAYOU BLOG. Watch this space for periodic updates.

Is The Kitchen Too Hot for Tavis Smiley?

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tavis Smiley 's relationship with the Tom Joyner Morning Show will officially end at the end of June, Smiley said in a statement to the press. Smiley currently provides political commentary and has been a staple on the show for close to 12 years. His departure comes amidst controversy about his harsh commentary regarding black presidential candidate, Sen.

It's Hard to Leave, But Even Harder to Stay on U St.

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Like a phoenix, the U Street area has risen from the ashes of the 60s riots and the 80s drugs, said Stanley Mayes, a life-long resident of the area.

And, while some residents and businesses have moved on, Mayes and others refuse to leave.

"I'm in for the long haul," he said.

Media Is 'Going Backward' on Hiring, Journalist Says

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Forty years ago, the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders released a report highlighting the causes of black hostilities in America - results that "still have far-reaching effects today,"
according to Jannette L. Dates, Ph.D., dean of the John H.

Paula Giddings Speaks at Howard University

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Last Tuesday, noted author and Smith College Afro-American Studies professor Paula Giddings addressed a room of about 40 in Howard University's School of Communications. Giddings, who was on campus speaking of her newest book "Ida: A Sword Among Lions" detailed her reasons for selecting the arguably underrated Ida B.

Police Offer $25,000 Reward in Shooting at Student High-Rise

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Police are offering a $25,000 reward for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect in the fatal shooting of a man at an apartment complex in Hyattsville, Md., on Friday afternoon.

Maj. Kevin Davis, the commander of District 1 for the Prince George's County Police Department, said that the shooting broke out at 2 p.

Southwest Residents Stuck Between a Rock and Steel Girders

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Amid the loud cranes and construction worker bellows, a 30-year Southwest resident gazes at the tree he planted in his front yard.
"We are not trying to sell," he proclaims. "I can speak for all the residents of our block when I say that no one wants to sell.

Ward 4 Seeks to Extend Ban on Single Sale Liquor Purchases

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Thomas Black vividly remembers the setting outside of Morris Miller Liquors just three years ago. "For a good 20 years, we used to have men out as early as 7. a.m. hanging out on the platform behind Morris Miller," he recalled. "There was littering, public drinking, prostitution, public urination and a lot of broken glass on the ground.

Where Hope Springs: Volunteers Help New Orleans Rise

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT

First disaster strikes. Law enforcement, media and concerned individuals all scramble to help. Then comes a bit of cynicism and a lot of apathy. And while some have forgotten, others still anticipate a saving grace. Hurricane Katrina struck the city of New Orleans almost three years ago.