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April 02, 2008 - In some parts of the country, research shows as many as 76 percent of African American males don't graduate from high school. About a third of them are either in jail, or on parole or probation.
Youth Voices Reporter Mahadeo Persaud explores whether there's a link between those two disturbing statistics...
April 02, 2008 - (Apr 4-May 4) THE MOLLUSC "The Mollusc" opens at Bethesda's Writers Center Friday and runs through May 4th. Hubert Henry Davies' Edwardian comedy of ill manners tells the tale of a character with an unusual - yet hilarious - affliction in this delightful farce, first performed on the London stage one hundred years ago.
(Apr 5) SYMBOLS AND STORIES "Symbols and Stories: Cathedral Needlepoint" focuses on the little things at the National Cathedral Saturday morning at 10:00. Hundreds of needlepoint kneelers were created by volunteer stitchers across a 50-year span. Some of the pontifical pillows were inspired by the nativity, others commemorate famous Americans, and all celebrate color and texture in this sacred space.
(Apr 5) AMERICAN ART SONGS AND CABARET SELECTIONS "American Art Songs and Cabaret Selections" will be at the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center Saturday night at 7:30. The concert pairs Howard Community College vocalist Judith Cavendish with her colleague, pianist Bill Murphy, in a cavalcade of songs by Beach, Carpenter, Rorem and more.
April 02, 2008 - In Virginia, the governor has halted all executions until the U.S. Supreme Court decides on the issue of cruel and unusual punishment.
Beverly Amsler reports from Roanoke...
April 02, 2008 - All District residents could have health insurance if one council member has his way.
David Catania chairs the city's Committee on Health. He's proposed, "The Healthy DC program," aimed at insuring everyone over the age of 18, starting next year.
Catania says it would provide affordable, accessible and comprehensive health care for those not covered by Medicaid or the District's Health Care Alliance. That's about 45-thousand people.
He says he's proud to announce that the program is a community effort between the District and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield.
The $21-million plan will be paid for, in part, through increases in taxes on health care companies and cigarettes. The Mayor has pledged not to raise taxes in his spending plan for next year. Catania hopes the mayor will amend his budget to include the proposal.
Jessica Golloher reports...
April 02, 2008 - An Independent candidate has thrown her hat into the ring and is running for the seat of retiring U.S. Senator John Warner.
Anne Marie Morgan has more from Richmond...
April 02, 2008 - Nearly 500 low-income young people came together to talk about ways to fight poverty during a town hall meeting.
Drawing on their personal experiences, the students presented policy recommendations for fighting poverty. They focused on the school system, the justice system, and the role of young people in society.
They'll also present their ideas to dozens of members of Congress.
Faryl Ury spoke to students at the event...
April 02, 2008 - On March 3rd, Prince William County made national headlines when it began enforcing one of the country's toughest anti-illegal immigrant policies.
Now as Patrick Madden discover, the crackdown's effectiveness AND it's implications are beginning to emerge...
April 02, 2008 - Property tax rates are headed up in Loudoun County, Virginia. The County Board of Supervisors has approved a 19-percent increase in the property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1. Residents can expect their bills to increase an average of 6.5-percent, or more than $300. The rate hike is part of a $1-billion county budget approved yesterday. County officials say the increase is needed to offset growing school enrollments and a drop in assessments that created a $25-million budget shortfall.
Erin Stamper reports...
April 02, 2008 - Power Breakfast, our daily look at what's happening on Capitol Hill and at the White House...
April 02, 2008 - The deadlines for summer jobs and internships in the D.C. region are approaching and as employers consider applicants, they're looking at more than resumes and cover letters.
Faryl Ury explores what steps young people should take to make sure their online profiles don't prevent them from landing a dream opportunity...
April 02, 2008 - It appears the majority of Americans are not taking basic steps to keep themselves healthy.
Gene Kuleta reports from Capitol Hill on a new poll that was released today...
April 02, 2008 - GPS tracking is found in everything from cars to camping gear, but now the District is using the technology to monitor parolees
Alex Hastie reports...
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