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Bring The Beat In: Women in Hip-Hop Published February 3, 2023 at 9:18 PM EST Listen • 27:00 https://www.instagram.com/queenlatifah/?hl=en / Queen Latifah, Actor/Rapper/Singer/Producer In this segment, Lena J. takes a look at the representation, legacy, and impact of women in hip-hop.
Maryland ma*****na measure prioritizes social equity
Maryland is working toward creating a recreational ma*****na industry with greater social equity, lawmakers said Friday…
A 6th Memphis police officer has been fired after the beating death of Tyre Nichols
Preston Hemphill had been suspended as he was investigated for his role in the Jan. 7 arrest of Nichols, who died in a hospital three days later. Five Memphis officers have already been fired.
The USDA wants to limit added sugars and sodium in school meals
The new standards, if implemented, would limit added sugars and sodium and emphasize whole-grain and domestically-produced products.
“This winter's COVID-19 surge in the U.S. appears to be fading without hitting nearly as hard as many had feared.”
The main reason the surge is ebbing now, pandemic experts suspect, is the significant immunity many people in the U.S. have acquired from prior infections and COVID vaccinations many received.
2 men are arrested in a California shooting that killed 6 people including a baby
Two gang members were arrested early Friday, one after a gunbattle, and charged in the January massacre of six people including a baby at a home associated with a rival gang, a sheriff said.
A Portuguese pooch that was almost killed at birth has become the world's oldest dog
At 30 years and 266 days and counting, Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, has broken the century-old world record for oldest dog ever, according to Guinness World Records.
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Bobbi Wilson went on a mission to save New Jersey's trees, capturing spotted lanternflies. That frightened her neighbor, who called the cops. Now, her bug collection is part of a Yale museum.
U.S. employers added 517,000 jobs last month. It's a surprisingly strong number
U.S. employers added 517,000 jobs in January, as the unemployment rate fell to 3.4% . The job market remains tight, despite signs of a slowing economy.
Amazon reports its first unprofitable year since 2014
The biggest culprit was Amazon hefty investment in the electric automaker Rivian, whose value plummeted last year. Amazon also contends with the need to recalibrate after a pandemic-era upsurge.
“News of Beyoncé's first solo tour in more than six years has her many fans celebrating — and stressing out about whether they'll actually be able to get tickets.”
The first round of tickets to Beyoncé's highly anticipated Renaissance world tour go on sale next week. Ticketmaster is under pressure to avoid a repeat of the Taylor Swift debacle in November.
A single-shot treatment to protect infants from RSV may be coming soon
The illness sends tens of thousands of babies to the hospital each year. If approved, the new injection would be the first broadly available prevention tool.
Jazz singer Samara Joy embraces the past while making music for the future
Watch Lara Downes' conversation with the 23-year-old, Grammy-nominated sensation about balancing the demands of a surging career and the women artists who paved the way.
2023 Grammy Nominations
Across 91 categories, the nominations for the 65th Grammy Awards were led by Beyoncé, who is up for nine awards, and Kendrick Lamar, with eight.
“A federal judge in Wisconsin ruled Wednesday that a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the father of a man shot and killed by Kyle Rittenhouse during a protest in 2020 can proceed against Rittenhouse, police officers and others.”
A federal judge in Wisconsin has ruled that a civil rights lawsuit filed by the father of a man shot and killed by Rittenhouse can proceed to the next phase.
'Black on Black' celebrates Black culture while exploring history and racial tension
Daniel Black's essays call for an overhaul of the U.S. criminal justice system, of the Black church, of the way Black people see themselves, and of the country itself — and do so with authority
“The emergency allotments provided an additional $95 or the maximum amount for their household size — whichever was greater.”
Congress ended the temporary benefit meant to help low-income households with pandemic-era hardships. A huge increase in Social Security benefits may mean some households see further SNAP reductions.
“Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx said this week that her office is dropping multiple s*x-abuse charges against R&B singer R. Kelly, saying he is already facing stern punishment in federal court.”
Jerhonda Pace, who was part of a successful federal case against Kelly in New York as well as the case in Illinois, says Kelly is still fighting to appeal his federal conviction.
“… the newest iteration of the course is now missing several themes and voices from Black scholars that were originally presented in a pilot program already being taught at dozens of schools this year across the country. ”
The organization released the new curriculum for the Advanced Placement course after Florida rejected the pilot. The revisions removed units on Black feminist literary thought and Black Lives Matter.
"Four of the five former Memphis Police officers who have been charged in the death of Tyre Nichols had previous infractions with the department, according to Memphis police personnel records shared with NPR."
Five officers have been indicted over the beating death of Tyre Nichols. Four of them had previously been disciplined by the Memphis police department for car crashes, excessive force and more.
Phil McGraw, America's TV shrink, plans to end 'Dr. Phil' after 21 seasons
CBS Media Ventures announced it would stop producing new episodes of Dr. Phil after the 2023 season. The show's host plans to expand his following with a new "prime-time partnership."
Wes Moore is Maryland's first Black governor and the third African American elected governor in the history of the United States.
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BPD: Help identify suspects related to shooting, crash that left 2 dead, 2 children hospitalized
Local News BPD: Help identify suspects related to shooting, crash that left 2 dead, 2 children hospitalized WEAA Published February 1, 2023 at 10:52 AM EST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email (Baltimore, MD) -- Baltimore Police are hoping the release of surveillance video will lead them to the suspects...
"The Republican is set to be the first to challenge former President Donald Trump in the upcoming primary elections."
Nikki Haley is planning a run for the White House, according to a source familiar with her plans. The former S.C. governor would be the first to challenge Trump in the GOP primary.
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Join us in honoring the contributions and legacy of African Americans throughout history and society. ❤️🖤💚 bit.ly/3WU8edw
The annual celebration started out in 1926 as Negro History Week and expanded to Black History Month in the 1970s. This year's theme is "Black Resistance."
LISTEN | Robert Shahid interviews musical chameleon, Sean Jones. Peabody Institute Of John Hopkins
Master Class with Robert Shahid | Veteran Jazz Trumpeter Sean Jones Published January 31, 2023 at 1:32 PM EST Listen • 51:12 https://www.sean-jones.com/gallery / (WEAA)—Sean Jones is a trumpeter, bandleader, composer, and educator. He is the president of the Jazz Education Network and holds the...
Nursing home owners drained cash while residents deteriorated, state filings suggest
As the U.S. government debates whether to require higher staffing levels at nursing homes, financial records show some owners routinely push profits to sister companies while residents are neglected.
Michael Jackson's 26-year-old nephew will play the King of Pop in the planned biopic.
Michael Jackson's 26-year-old nephew, Jaafar Jackson, will play the King of Pop in the planned biopic “Michael”…
Rep. George Santos voluntarily steps down from House committee assignments
Multiple GOP lawmakers tell NPR that embattled New York Republican Rep. George Santos has voluntarily recused himself from serving on committees temporarily.
“Critics say the unclear and obfuscatory language police sometimes use to describe violent incidents to the public can further damage trust with communities that may already be skeptical of law enforcement.”
Memphis authorities initially said Tyre Nichols was taken into custody after two "confrontations" with police. Video footage released later shows Nichols being fatally beaten by officers.
Tyre Nichols' killing revives calls for Congress to address police reform
National outrage over the killing of Tyre Nichols has prompted renewed calls on Capitol Hill for police reform. But in a divided Congress, bipartisan reform legislation is unlikely.
A man accused of torturing women is using dating apps to look for victims, police say
Authorities are looking for Benjamin Obadiah Foster, who they accuse of kidnapping and assaulting a woman in Oregon — years after he was charged with holding his then-girlfriend captive in Las Vegas.
“Williams died in Los Angeles at age 75 on Wednesday after a brief illness, her children, Zak and Emily Hudson, said in a statement released through family spokeswoman Liza Cranis.”
Cindy Williams, who played Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the popular sitcom "Laverne & Shirley," has died, her family said Monday.
The White House plans to end COVID emergency declarations in May
The declarations have been extended several times since they were first enacted back in 2020. The plan could have implications for several COVID-related policies, such as funds for tests and vaccines.
After cancer diagnosis, a neurosurgeon sees life, death and his career in a new way
Dr. Henry Marsh felt comfortable in hospitals — until he was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. "I was much less self-assured now that I was a patient myself," he says. His book is And Finally.
"The Memphis Police Department has confirmed that a sixth officer has been disciplined during the investigation into the death of Tyre Nichols."
Nichols, 29, was pulled over on Jan. 7 for what police said was reckless driving. After trying to flee on foot, Nichols was severely beaten by police. He died in a hospital days later.
Barrett Strong, one of Motown's founding artists and 'most gifted songwriters' has died
Barrett Strong was one of Motown's most gifted songwriters who collaborated with Norman Whitfield on such classics as "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," "War" and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone."
HEARTBREAKING | “Nationwide, police have killed roughly three people per day consistently since 2020, according to academics and advocates for police reform who track such deaths.”
Local News Tyre Nichols case revives calls for change in police culture WEAA Published January 30, 2023 at 10:29 AM EST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP / APDemonstrators protest Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in Washington, over the death of Tyre Nichols, who died after being beaten ...
“Lisa Loring, best known for her role as Wednesday on the first run of The Addams Family, died on Saturday…”
Lisa Loring will be remembered as a Hollywood icon for playing the gloomy Wednesday Addams at age 6. She went on to fill roles on As the World Turns and the Girl from U.N.C.L.E..
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Morgan News Hour: 11/8/2022 Morgan State student journalists deliver the latest #ElectionDay stories
National Institute on Drug Abuse Health Fair, Saturday November, 5 For more information, click here: https://nida.nih.gov/news-events/meetings-events/2022/11/national-institute-drug-abuse-health-fair
Baltimore Police and Morgan State Police on scene of a multi-vehicle crash along Perring Parkway near Heathfield Road outside of university's School of Engineering building. Injuries and cause of crash currently unknown.
Today With Dr. Kaye: 10/17/2022 Conversation with Ivan Bates, Democratic nominee for Baltimore City's State Attorney https://www.weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye
Two Way Talk: 10/5/2022 We are in our 2022 Fall Fund Drive! Call in and donate today! Or donate at weaa.org. https://www.givetoweaa.org/donate.html
Today With Dr. Kaye: 10/4/2022 2022 Fall Fund Drive Day 2! Call in and donate!! https://www.weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye
Today With Dr. Kaye: 9/27/2022 How do we move forward as a nation? Let's talk about the state of our youth Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversations!
Today With Dr. Kaye: 9/20/2022 -Where you start doesn't have to be where you end - Pine Grove Middle in Baltimore County evacuated -Zaya Wade all 410-319-8888 to join the conversations! https://www.weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye
#TodaywithDrKaye 9/7/22 Environmental Injustice: water as a weapon for our destruction 2p with Leonard Pitts Jr 3:30 Installment #2 of the Black Visionaries Program with Atty Larry Gibson
Today With Dr. Kaye: 8/30/2022 Should teachers and principals be allowed to spank children? Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
Today With Dr. Kaye: 8/18/2022 On this day in history, August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment is ratified, granting women the right to vote. Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversations! https://www.weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye
Welcome Tuesday Show! Here's our Tuesday lineup for you: -Attorney A. Dwight Pettit on FBI searching Trump's House -SGT Clyde Boatwright on 9 year old shooting 15 year old -Grand Jury declining to indict the woman who lied about Emmet Till -Baltimore Finance Department sent $2 million refund to wrong party Feel free to join the conversation by commenting under the livestream or by calling into the show at 410-319-8888 to
Today With Dr. Kaye:6-24-2022 Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, ending right to abortion upheld for decades Today's Guests: -Karen Nelson, President & CEO of Planned Parenthood of Maryland -A. Dwight Petit, Defense Attorney (410-542-5400) -Professor Michael Higginbotham, Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore -Aishah Shahidah Simmons, an American documentary filmmaker, author, educator, and activist https://www.weaa.org/news/2022-06-24/supreme-court-overturns-roe-v-wade-ending-right-to-abortion-upheld-for-decades
Today With Dr. Kaye: 6-22-2022 Election 2022: Meet The Candidates 3pm Conversation with Thiru Vignarajah, Democratic candidate for Baltimore City State's Attorney Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation! https://www.weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye
Today With Dr. Kaye: 6-9-2022 2p Co-Hosting with Dr. Philip Leaf -Trauma, our children, and Baltimore City- Solutions, Ideas, and a Way Forward 2:30p-4:00p -Do we need to bring back prayer in school? -Your thoughts on the January 6 Hearing: will it change anything? At all? Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
#TodayWithDrKaye 6/7/22 2p 1965 Moynihan Report -Juneteenth and the exploitation of our pain 2:30 Update on the Monkey Pox 2:45-4p Primary Tuesday -Democratic candidates battle it out for the nomination (MD gubernatorial candidates) -Hogan v Trump: MD Republican candidates: Kelly Schulz (A top priority of our campaign is to make Maryland more affordable for families, job creators, and retirees. ) and Dan Cox
Today with Dr. Kaye: 6/2/2022 Conversation with Dr. Treva B. Lindsey, Associate Professor and Chair of Undergraduate Studies of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at The Ohio State University regarding the impact of police violence on black women and girls. Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
Two Way Talk: 6/1/2022 4pm- Violent Memorial Day weekend in Baltimore- Let's talk about the mayor's response to city crime 5pm- Conversation with Aaron Dante, founder & host of No Pix After Dark Podcast and AFRAM participant Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation https://www.weaa.org/show/two-way-talk
Today with Dr. Kaye: 5/31/2022 -Four dead, three injured, including teens, in weekend shootings in Baltimore -Governor Hogan wrote a letter to Mayor Scott regarding public safety efforts in Baltimore
Today with Dr. Kaye: 5/24/2022 -Can we ever repair the breach between the police and the community? -Conversation with Rich Langford, President of Baltimore Firefighters Local 734 regarding city payroll complaints, 911 dispatchers placing people on hold, EMS shortage Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
Today with Dr. Kaye: 5/5/2022 Day 4 of Our Spring Fund Drive- Special Guest Chef Casey Jenkins, Owner of Darker Than Blue Grille 🧡💙 Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation or to make a donation!
Today with Dr. Kaye: 4/29/2022 *Baltimore Latest: Who runs this city? *LA Riots 30 years later Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
Two Way Talk: 4/28/2022 4:00pm Hassan Giordano, owner of DMVDaily Media; political strategist weighs in on the chaotic Baltimore City council meeting that occurred Tuesday evening 5:00pm Sgt. Clyde Boatwright, president of the Maryland State Fraternal Order of Police and president for Baltimore City School Police Union provides an update on the Digital Harbor High School incident, and shares tips for parents on how to address conflict Call 410-319-8888 to join the conversation!
Today with Dr. Kaye: 4/26/2022 2pm Professor Tukufu Zuberi talks about his work on the PBS program, History Detectives 3pm Councilman Isaac “Yitzy Schleifer, represents district 5 provides an update on Sunday’s shooting in his district 3:15p Corey Barnes, co- senior Pastor of Grace City Church and President of We Our Us
Today with Dr. Kaye: 4/15/2022 Fatal police shooting of Patrick Lyoya 3:30 Black Maternal Health Care Week
Today with Dr. Kaye: 4/13/2022 Local/National News Roundup with Pulitzer prize-winning columnist Leonard Pitts -Mayor Scott's Violence Initiative -Vacant Houses and the state of Baltimore -White Marsh - supervision needed for kids under 17 after 5p
Today with Dr. Kaye: 4/11/2022 White professor calls the cops on two Black students who were late to class! Should we send our children to HBCU's? Public vs Private Schools - where should we send our children for the best education?
🤩 🔥Are y’all ready for this? | WEAA is rolling out a brand new show tonight! Tune in Monday-Friday 7-9PM to hear Valencia Charmaine host For The Love of the 99s & the 2000s. Listen LIVE on 88.9FM or weaa.org https://www.weaa.org/show/for-the-love-of-the-99s-the-2000s
Today with Dr. Kaye: 3/21/2022 Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Confirmation Hearings Begin
