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Somewhere being openly Black
Joined February 2011
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Looks like Democrats flipped a state senate seat in Frederick County. Lara Westdorp unseated incumbent Republican Bill Folden.
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Hello! A journalism ask: I am looking to speak with a reproductive justice advocate who lives in Georgia to talk about Keisha Lance Bottoms’ win. My deadline is Monday, so I would love to talk with someone ASAP. Please reply here or email me at [email protected].
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After 30+ years in journalism, I’m deeply honored to receive the 2026 WABJ Lifetime Achievement Award. Recognition from my peers makes this especially meaningful. Thank you, WABJ, and to the DMV community for your trust. My journey continues! WE have more stories to tell!!
The Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) is proud to introduce Shawn Yancy as the recipient of the 2026 WABJ Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Georgia-gov elect @KeishaBottoms (D) announces filmmaker Tyler Perry is a part of her transition team
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Election officials and volunteers are counting more than 8,000 mail-in ballots today at the Anne Arundel County Board of Elections in Glen Burnie, with additional canvassing scheduled for Saturday and next Tuesday. Two County Council races remain undecided, and the candidates await the counting of the remaining mail-in ballots. 🎥 Ahmad Garnett, The Baltimore Sun
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"Today, after 31 years, we are saddened to announce that Salon is ceasing publication." salon.com/2026/11/05/goodbye…
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LONDON (AP) — London jury convicts Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault.
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Has Wes Moore heard from Dan Cox yet? As of this morning, Moore says he has not.
 "Truthfully, I mean, I don't think Dan Cox has acknowledged that Joe Biden won. So, I wish him and his family the best of luck in life."
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My Midterm BINGO card didn’t include all eyes remaining on the undecided Mississippi Senate race 🤔
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Sources: tests revealed that Ravens’ QB Tyler “Snoop” Huntley suffered a season-ending turf toe injury. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is out indefinitely with a thumb injury, Huntley’s season is over due to turf toe, and QB Joe Fagnano will start Thursday night vs. Jacksonville.
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It's still early, but tonight is a historic Election Night for Black political representation in America. As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're still witnessing political firsts that have taken nearly two and a half centuries to achieve. A thread. 🧵
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Magic City, Atlanta’s famous strip club, is throwing a “From the Polls to the Poles” election night watch party:
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Jared DeMarinis, Maryland’s state administrator of elections, says voters across the state can trust the electoral process on Election Day, despite claims by some of potential voter fraud and rigged elections nationally. He added that voters should not be dissuaded by threats of intimidation. Read more: bit.ly/4ed12Vm
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Truth for Maryland PAC faces criticism for using Gov. Wes Moore's photograph in mailers urging voters to reject Question 3, a ballot measure Moore actively supports, prompting his campaign to send a cease-and-desist letter accusing the group of misrepresenting his position. The same PAC also attacked Ocean City mayoral candidate Matt James for participating in a state police helicopter flight to assess storm damage, and later using photos in his campaign advertising. Read more: bit.ly/3WpkR5K 📸: Courtesy of Tom Maronick
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Milton Coleman, a longtime Washington Post editor who worked at the newspaper for over three decades, has died. He was 79.
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Big time division W
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Ravens QB Lamar Jackson needs thumb surgery and will be placed on injured reserve.
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Gabourey Sidibe as Drake for Halloween is -SENDING- me! SHE IS SO FUCKING ICONIC! 😫😫🥹😭😭😭
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