Bill filed to award Congressional Gold Medal to the first black player in the National Hockey League
National Hockey Player Willie O’Ree, known as the “Jackie Robinson of ice hockey” was endorsed by Senators Tim Scott and Debbie Stabenow to receive the congressional gold medal for integrating the sport.
Bill filed to award Congressional Gold Medal to the first black player in the National Hockey League
National Hockey Player Willie O’Ree, known as the “Jackie Robinson of ice hockey” was endorsed by Senators Tim Scott and Debbie Stabenow to receive the congressional gold medal for integrating the sport.
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Recap and explanation of the NBA Draft Lottery
Confused by the NBA Draft Lottery process? Eric Frazier breaks it down for us and gives a recap of the 2019 Draft Lottery results.
Recap and explanation of the NBA Draft Lottery
Confused by the NBA Draft Lottery process? Eric Frazier breaks it down for us and gives a recap of the 2019 Draft Lottery results.
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Here’s Why Thursday Can Be Mystics’ Best Playoff Game in History
The Washington Mystics broke seven team playoff records in the Thursday game against the Sparks and moved to the semifinals, facing the Atlanta Dream.
Here’s Why Thursday Can Be Mystics’ Best Playoff Game in History
The Washington Mystics broke seven team playoff records in the Thursday game against the Sparks and moved to the semifinals, facing the Atlanta Dream.
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For Mystics, Every Moment at the Capital One Arena Is the Best Memory
Mystics wrapped up their Capital One Arena run Friday with a classic victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Several players shared their favorite moment in the arena.
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Washington Spirit Hopes to Draw More Soccer Fans at Audi Field
The Washington Spirit women’s soccer team hopes to attract more fans to the sport by playing its last home game this season at the new Audi Field in southeast D.C.
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University of Maryland Claims Responsibility for Football Player McNair’s Death
University of Maryland President Wallace Loh admitted the football team’s training staff was responsible for Jordan McNair’s death after misdiagnosing and improper treatment.
read moreSupreme Court’s Majority Hints at Requiring States to Fund Religious Schools
The majority of Supreme Court justices signaled they would support the requirement that schools offering religious instruction be included in state-mandated tuition assistance programs.
Fostering Free Expression on College Campuses Is Critical, Task Force Says
Amid a nationwide discussion over free speech, college campuses are at the forefront of establishing parameters over open discussion and civic debate.
Education Department Promises to Monitor COVID Relief Funds and Support Schools
The Department of Education is engaged in ongoing monitoring of the use of COVID-19 relief funds after approving the funding plans of 46 states, department officials told lawmakers at a hearing on Wednesday.
Parent-Teacher Relationships Key to Students’ Success in Recovering from Remote Learning
A year and a half into the pandemic, educational recovery for children, specifically those who learn differently, will depend on strengthening parent-teacher relationships.
Free Community College Cut from Slimmed-Down Spending Bill
Free Community college, a Signature Biden Campaign promise, was cut from the Democrat’s social spending bill.
Connecticut Enacts First ‘Baby Bonds’ Legislation
Connecticut is the first state to enact ‘baby bonds’ legislation.
Biden’s $45B Promise to HBCUs Slashed and Some Supporters Blame the President
Advocates and champions of HBCUs thought it would be a new day under President Biden after his administration introduced his Build Back Better. Then Congress got involved.
VIDEO: Howard University Students Stage sit-in Over Dorm Conditions
Students at Howard University have entered the second week of a staged sit-in protest demanding action from school officials to address housing conditions in student dorms.
Historically Underfunded HBCUs Desperate for Aging, Subpar Infrastructure Repairs
The president of a historically Black university and three policy experts requested more funding from lawmakers to address infrastructure issues at HBCUs at a House hearing on Wednesday.
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