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The 2013 Presidential Inaugural Law Enforcement and Public Safety Public Affairs Subcommittee have announced a joint transportation plan for the 57th Presidential Inauguration. The plan surrounds events and activities that will take place on Sunday, Jan. 20 and Monday, Jan. 21. The…
Robert Griffin III's phenomenal success in his rookie season grabbed the imagination not just of the Redskins faithful but of myriad fans across the league. Left in the rearview mirror are the years of despair; defeat piled on top of…
An organization that was established after former District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Michelle Rhee was given the boot, indicates in a newly-released report that when it comes to educational policy, the District ranks high on the charts. According…
One of the District's leading political activists who used her moment on the national stage to highlight her support for statehood and to protest the disrespect meted out to the city by Congress, recently died. Barbara Lett Simmons, a political…
After weeks of rallying against District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Kaya Henderson's controversial proposal to shutter 20 under-enrolled and low-performing schools, parents and community leaders are joining ranks to develop their own strategies for keeping the schools open.…
Marcia Fudge Assumes Helm as New Chair African-American members of the U.S. House of Representatives recently held its special inauguration ceremony with new members, a new chairman and a renewed sense of commitment to continue the fight to ensure…
For months, hundreds of federal employees working in Prince George's County were on a roller coaster about the future of their jobs and the possibility that they may be forced to move out of state. However, several Democratic legislators stepped…
For months, hundreds of federal employees working in Prince George's County were on a roller coaster about the future of their jobs and the possibility that they may be forced to move out of state. However, several Democratic legislators stepped…
Campbell Will Run for Ward 6 Seat in 2014 Francis Campbell, the advisory neighborhood commissioner for single member district 6B10, has decided to run for the Ward 6 D.C. Council seat in 2014, which will be vacated by D.C. Council…
A documentary is airing Jan. 8 on PBS about the former Chancellor of DC Public Schools. In the piece, several specific claims are made alleging cheating in the DCPS systrem. The following is a statement from DCPS Chancellor Kaya Henderson in…
Three students from Friendship Public Charter School have been awarded Posse Scholarships. This year's winnersn -- Kendra Spruill, Phillip Pride, and Kirk Murphy -- will receive full four-year tuition scholarships from colleges that partner with the Posse Foundation. Spruill will attend…
Prince George's Community College will recognize the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Jan.19, by participating in two community service projects. Students and employees will travel to the New Jersey area to support Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts January…
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