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Congressman Denny Heck, Olympia, Washington

On November 6th, 2012, the residents of Washington’s new 10th Congressional District elected Denny Heck to be the district’s first member of the United States House of Representatives. Since taking office, Congressman Hecks top priorities have been creating jobs, growing our economy and keeping the

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Follow live: Canadiens, Golden Knights vie for series lead news -The Black Chronicle

null Source link The post Follow live: Canadiens, Golden Knights vie for series lead appeared first on The Black Chronicle.

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Perkinson, Coleridge-Taylor (1932-2004)

Musician, composer, and conductor Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson was born on June 14, 1932, in Manhattan, New York City. Perkinson’s mother, a talented pianist, organist, and theater director in the Bronx, named her son after the Afro-British composer, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Perkinson began showing

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Sony Unveils New Premium Home Audio Products For The Ultimate In-Home Entertainment

Sony Electronics announced pricing and retail availability for four new Sound Bars – the HT-ST9, HT-NT3, HT-CT780, and HT-CT380, as well as the STR-DN860 and STR-DN1060 A/V Receivers, allowing consumers to elevate the home audio experience with simplicity and powerful performance. Taking the home

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15 Times Whoopi Goldberg Unapologetically Shattered Hollywood's Glass Ceiling

Among entertainers with Hollywood career spans of nearly 40 years, very few have broken as many barriers, achieved the highest of honors in as many different spaces and paved the

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Faith Evans: Incomparable

The first lady is back and better than ever! Faith Evans new album Incomparable has hit shelves and is said to be one of her best albums yet. The album has a mix of R&B and Gospel hits that are sure to remind you why Faith Evans is still hot in the

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AC Green on Saving Homes and What to Avoid with Banks During COVID-19

In December 2008, AC launched his radio show during the height of the recession while everyone was losing their homes and

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Shenseea Was Inspired by Nicki Minaj and Rihanna

Dancehall artist Shenseea discusses her start in the music industry, dream collaborations and inspirations, and how she balances her career and motherhood.

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Apple TV, iPhone 6s and iPad Pro: Here's what's new

Apple chief executive Tim Cook took the stage in San Francisco on Wednesday morning to show off the company’s latest roster of gadgets at an annual showcase anchored by upgrades to the

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Mary J. Blige Reflects On Painful Childhood In New Documentary | Celebs news -The Black Chronicle

Mary J. Blige’s new documentary My Life hits Amazon Prime on June 25. The legendary R&B singer recently opened up about sharing such challenging moments on screen. Blige told

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Lena Waithe Announces New Hillman Grad Productions Imprint Under Def Jam Recordings

Lena Waithe announced on Instagram her new partnership with Def Jam Records. She is on a mission to “develop the next generation of underrepresented artists,” with her new imprint Hillman Grad Productions.

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Ice Cube cancels 'GMA' appearance due to George Floyd: 'I'm in no mood'

This week, rapper turned actor/producer/director Ice Cube canceled his scheduled appearance on Good Morning America saying that his feelings about the death of George Floyd made it impossible for him to go on TV and pretend everything was

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Bo Diddley

Ellas McDaniel (born Ellas Otha Bates, December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known as Bo Diddley, was an American R&B singer, guitarist, songwriter and music producer who played a key role in the transition from the blues to rock and roll, and influenced artists including Elvis Presley,[1] Buddy

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Boss: Lex Makes Music, Female Empowerment ‘Personal’ In Latest Release

The path to success is rarely easily. However, in the music industry, being under the watchful eye of an accomplished music exec such as Max Gousse opens doors. Gousse is known for his work with Beyonce, Kelly Rowland and B2K and Adina Howard, as well as putting his stamp on projects such as the

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Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson was one of the most iconic singers of his generation. Born on August 29, 1958, he was the eighth of ten children born to Joseph Walter and Katherine Esther. At the age of 5, he became the lead singer of his family band named “Jackson 5” which included him and his four

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Wallace Fard Muhammad

Wallace D. Fard aka Wallace Fard Muhammad /f ə . ˈ r ɑː d/ (born February 26, 1877[2]) was a co-founder of the Nation of Islam. He arrived in Detroit in 1930 with an obscure background and several aliases, and taught a distinctive form of Islam to members of the citys African-American

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#MeToo, phase 2: Doc explores heavy burden on women of color

In the early morning darkness of Dec. 13, 2017, former music executive Drew Dixon walks to a coffee shop and buys the New York

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Jamaica: Funeral for Jodian Fearon to be held tomorrow

(Jamaica Observer) THE funeral for Jodian Fearon, the 23-year-old woman who died after being denied access to health care in April, is scheduled for

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2021 Rocket Mortgage Classic: Live stream, TV schedule, golf coverage, watch online, channel news -The Black Chronicle

Getty Images The 2021 Rocket Mortgage Classic this year has the potential to create some fireworks - perhaps both figurative and literal ones. Bryson DeChambeau will take his driving

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'Queen You Deserve It': ‘Savage’ Remix with Beyoncé Shoots Megan Thee Stallion to Top of Billboard 100

Hot girl Megan Thee Stallion is already blazing the summer as her latest single, “Savage” remix featuring Beyoncé, snags the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100

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Muddy Waters

Muddy Waters was a twentieth century African American blues musician. He is deemed the “father of modern Chicago blues” and influenced the 1960s generation of England which resulted in the appearance of British

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Seemingly Coming Out As A Lesbian, Kehlani Speaks On Her Sexuality And “Privilege” In The Music Industry

In a recent interview, singer Kehlani opened up about her experience as an openly queer woman in the music industry. According to the Oakland-native, being a "cisgender, straight-presenting" person of the LGBTQ community has given her a lot of "privilege" throughout the span of her career.

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‘I am queening the kings’ genre’

BY SHARON SIBINDI BULAWAYO-based reggae songstress Mandie Mae was bubbling with confidence in her creativity as a reggae artiste. Locally, reggae music is predominantly male-dominated, but Mandie Mae has defied the odds to make it in the genre. Born Nomagugu Amanda Nkomo 21 years ago in Chipinge

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Informant Tekashi 6ix9ine Accuses Snoop Dogg of Being A Snitch, Tha Doggfather Responds

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Slain officer ‘saluted’ - Barbados Today

In an emotionally-charged atmosphere, the body of acting Station Sergeant Newton Lewis lay in repose in a quiet Weymouth Police Sports Club today as hundreds filed past his casket for the last time,16 days after he was gunned down in his St Peter neighbourhood. Clad in the ceremonial

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MC Lyte Starring In New Sitcom About Rapping, Nationwide Casting Call Held to Find Co-Star

One lucky female who wins a nationwide casting call will get to co-star with MC Lyte in the legendary rapper’s forthcoming half-hour sitcom “Partners in

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'Y'all Think We Resemble?': Yandy Smith Questions Fans After They Claim She and Husband Mendeecees Look Like Siblings

Yandy Smith-Harris and her husband Mendeecees Harris have a few questions for folks claiming they look

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Tracee Ellis Ross Says Being Diana Ross' Daughter Made Her Afraid to Sing

Ellis Ross plays a singer in the film “The High Note,” which debuts on-demand, Friday, May

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‘I Know I Failed’: Justin Timberlake Gives Lukewarm Blanket Apology To Janet Jackson And Britney Spears - Blavity

Justin Timberlake sent out a lengthy message on his Instagram page addressing criticisms directed his way related to his actions toward both Janet Jackson and Britney Spears. Fans of both legendary musicians have long harbored deep resentment toward the 40-year-old for things he said and did to

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Spelman College Announces 2020 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Through hard work, determination and balance, Kendra Grissom and Jasmine McClam have excelled and achieved high honors during their academic

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