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D.C. officials plan both a wake and a memorial service for the “Godfather of Go-Go” next week.
OPINION | The president’s support of gay marriage continues to anger many in the black community.
This week Jennifer ignores the group, Suzie plays informant and Kenya seems a little fishy.
Our best ideas for last minute Memorial Day weekend plans to kick the summer off right.
Help the Heart of America Foundation arrange and prepare the books in its warehouse, which is used by children who have limited access to books.
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The Northern Virginia Urban League hosted its annual scholarship awards dinner.
Through the help of Critical Exposure, D.C. students use photography to advocate school reform and social change.
Casey Family Programs hosted a job fair for D.C. children in foster care on May 17.
The legendary ‘Godfather of Go-go’ visited The Gallery at Vivid Solutions in Anacostia in August 2011.
A look at Howard University’s and the University of the District of Columbia’s 2012 commencements
The film is based on a true story about the Niger Delta community and was screened at the Kennedy Center.
Kids Smiles brought dental care to Anne Beers Elementary School in Southeast Washington.
Thousands flocked to The Plains, Va. to eat, drink and watch the 87th annual Virginia Gold Cup.
The Foundation for Combined African Medical Missions honored those making advancements in health.
The D.C. chapter of Jack and Jill of America hosted a Family Fitness Day on April 29.
The Washington Informer hosted a night for civil rights, honoring Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.).
‘Stars for Trayvon’ was a night to raise legal funds in support of Martin’s family.
Students learn poetry and play soccer through after-school programs.
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Since the National Archives released 1940 Census records last month, volunteers have been indexing the names to make them easier to search.
In an attempt to make amends to Asians, D.C. Council member uses a disparaging word for Poles.
Kanye West leads the pack with seven nominations for July’s 2012 BET Awards.
Derwin tries to get signed with a new team, Tasha learns Pookie has another woman.
The Washington Post’s Young Journalists Development Program held its first awards ceremony.
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ESSAY | A mom introduces her children to the joys of Kangaroo Bean Bag Hop.
ESSAY | January W. Payne’s mother, who died in 2010, loved animal prints. Now the author collects them to honor her mother.
ESSAY | A man suffering from Alzheimer’s disease can’t remember his brother’s death.
ESSAY | They weren’t just any pair of Chuck Taylors, they were my first foray into freedom.
ESSAY | Adrienne Cannon muses that perhaps music, not Medicare, is the prescription to staying healthy.
ESSAY | Lauren Zauzig looks back on her father’s journey from the Polish Army to a life in America.
ESSAY | A family tale helped Marie Thomas understand the difference between empathy and compassion.
ESSAY | D.C. native Donna Lewis Johnson reminisces her summer trips to North Carolina enjoying her childhood treehouse.
Essay | Katherine Dudley Hoehn lost her father in 2002, but always remembers the generosity and love he had for his family.
ESSAY | Stephanie Scott pays homage to her childhood home in Takoma Park, that will turn 100 years old in November.
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In the wake of Trayvon Martin’s death, my first hoodie takes on a greater meaning than a casual act of defiance.
For some, the way to narrow the achievement gap is through more black, male teachers.
A patient, a donor and a survivor share their tales of shock, strength and hope.
The Empower Movement hopes to register one million African American voters this year.
OPINION | Whether its public or charter, the quality of the school is what matters.
OPINION | African-American parents should encourage their children to volunteer.
The ‘Dandy Lion’ exhibition in Baltimore explores young, black men redefining their fashion identity.
Jeffrey Chapman’s future remains uncertain as his unit at Cameron Glen nursing home is set to close.
OPINION | Stop telling poor children that college, and success, isn’t for them.
Breaking down what made the the star-studded BET Honors in Washington unforgettable.
Q&A with filmmaker Bill Duke on his new documentary ‘Dark Girls,’ a film exploring issues dark-skinned women face today.
Star of ‘America’s Supernanny’ is changing the face of African American parenting.
Community leaders fight a homeless women’s shelter backed by councilmember Barry.
A D.C. attorney and mom shares her frustrations of being barred from breastfeeding in public.
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