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Students Robbed at Gunpoint Near Friendly High School

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By WISDOM MARTIN/myfoxdc FORT WASHINGTON, Md. – On any given day, you would see children of all ages walking to and from Friendly High School. But some parents FOX 5 spoke with say they won’t be anymore. “I know that my son, my nephew, they are afraid,” said one parent who did not want to be identified. On Monday, police say three students walking to school were robbed at gunpoint by four suspects in a late 1990s gray Toyota Camry. Some parents say their kids had just seen the suspects moments before the robbery. “It was a car that was … Continue reading Students Robbed at Gunpoint Near Friendly High School

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New Date for MLK Memorial Dedication

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Oct. 16 has been set as the new date for the Martin Luther King Memorial dedication, which was postponed last month after torrential rains from Hurricane Irene hit the D.C. region. According to reports, organizers of the dedication  — who rescheduled the event out of concern for the public’s safety — are expected to make a formal announcement this week surrounding the new date. The dedication service for of the 30-foot granite statue, where President Barack Obama was scheduled to speak, was to have taken place on Aug.28 on the 48th anniversary of King’s “I Have A Dream” speech, and … Continue reading New Date for MLK Memorial Dedication

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DC Launches The “One City One Hire” Initiative

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One City One Hire is an innovative strategy that will encourage Washington metropolitan area employers to commit to hire at least one unemployed District resident. It is designed to serve as a catalyst to jump-start the Mayor’s pledge to put unemployed District residents — in every ward of the city — back to work. The initiative is being launched with support from the D.C. Chamber of Commerce, and is modeled after Atlanta’s highly successful Hire One Atlanta jobs program which achieved nearly 13,000 new hires within six months of its launch. One City One Hire aims to get area employers … Continue reading DC Launches The “One City One Hire” Initiative

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DC Schools 9/11 Victims Honored by Day of Service

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BY KAREN GRAY HOUSTON/myfoxdc WASHINGTON – Ten years later, DC public schools are still living with the loss of three students and three teachers on September 11th. Two National Geographic Society staffers also died on the plane that crashed into the Pentagon. They were in route to a science field trip to Los Angeles. All were honored and remembered Sunday by some 2200 George Washington University freshmen students as part of a National Day of Service. The students planted gardens and painted murals at several DC public schools, including the three schools where the victims taught and went to classes. … Continue reading DC Schools 9/11 Victims Honored by Day of Service

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Ben’s Chili Bowl to Open in FedEx Field

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It’s tough being a Washington Redskins fan these days.  So, who knows? Maybe this new edition inside of FedEx Field can help ‘syce’ up the momentum a little bit more. Yep… starting this Sunday against the Giants, Ben’s will be serving its world-famous Chili Half Smokes, Chili Dogs, and Bowls of Chili on both the Club Level and the Upper Level. The Chili Cheese Fries, will be offered on the Upper Level. Ben’s Chili Cheese Nachos will be served on the Club Level. For those of you who have been sleeping up under a rock and have not had the … Continue reading Ben’s Chili Bowl to Open in FedEx Field

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WMATA Identifies Metrobus Driver Who Shoved Passenger From Bus

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On Friday, City Paper reported that Metro officials have identified the Metrobus driver who was filmed shoving a passenger from his bus in a video that surfaced last week. Metro isn’t releasing the driver’s name, and it’s unclear whether criminal charges have been filed against him. What we do now know is the identity of the witness who filmed the incident on the U-5 to Lincoln Heights, and City Paper has her account of what happened: On August 31, 2011 at approximately 2031 hours while riding the U-5 bus en route to Lincoln Heights, a male patron boarded in the … Continue reading WMATA Identifies Metrobus Driver Who Shoved Passenger From Bus

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Vintage Clip of Maxx Kidd and Konan Discussing Go-Go Failed Attempts With Local Radio

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In this episode of Powerhouse, Konan showcases clips of an interview he shared with Maxx Kidd regarding Go-Go music and its failed attempts at building relationships with the local radio stations. This episode also includes an interview with Roland, as well as a video presented by Maxx entitled “DC Don’t Stand for Dodge City,” featuring Chuck Brown, Little Benny, Sugar Bear and Andre ‘Whiteboy’ Johnson. WATCH CLIP BELOW; Continue reading Vintage Clip of Maxx Kidd and Konan Discussing Go-Go Failed Attempts With Local Radio

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UNCF Empower Me Tour Kicks Off During AT&T Nation’s Football Classic Weekend in Washington D.C.

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Inspiring youth to excel in academic, financial and personal responsibility targeting middle school, high school students and their parents and college students The UNCF Empower Me Tour, a free traveling career-and college-readiness road show, will kick off its 2011-2012 Tour on Friday, September 9, 2011, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center during the AT&T Nation’s Football Classic Weekend in Washington, D.C.   The Empower Me Tour was created by UNCF (United Negro College Fund), the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, in partnership with Wells Fargo. The 2011-2012 UNCF Empower Me Tour will be hosted by actor Brian White of the upcoming … Continue reading UNCF Empower Me Tour Kicks Off During AT&T Nation’s Football Classic Weekend in Washington D.C.

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Chuck Brown, Duke Ellington and John Philip Sousa Honored at the US Capitol

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The celebrations continues to flow for the godfather Chuck Brown, as he joined the National Symphony Orchestra for its annual Labor Day weekend concert on the Capitol lawn. The NSO Pops hosted the “Legends of Washington Music” concert on Sunday evening, which celebrate the music of the nation’s capital with tunes by DC natives John Philip Sousa, Duke Ellington, and Chuck Brown. This free concert was on the Capitol’s west lawn.  And along with Chuck’s performances were Duke Ellington’s granddaughter, Mercedes Ellington, who also performed with the orchestra during a section devoted to Ellington’s jazz. Check out the video clip … Continue reading Chuck Brown, Duke Ellington and John Philip Sousa Honored at the US Capitol

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Rest In Paradise, McKinley “Bug” Williams (of Maze)

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We remember Vocalist/Percussionist McKinley “Bug” Williams, an original member of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. A man from the band that kept DC in the groove for over 30 years.  Not to mention my personal Number #1 Favorite Band of All Time. Williams passed away September 3, 2011 due to a heart attack. He was with Frankie Beverly as the group went through several transitions, including their days as “Raw Soul” and the group’s mentoring by the late Marvin Gaye. It was Gaye who suggested a final name change. Once becoming Maze and releasing their self-titled debut in 1977, the group … Continue reading Rest In Paradise, McKinley “Bug” Williams (of Maze)