Cara Williams
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Baltimore
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Most recently the mayorial candidates for Washington D.C and the Prince Georges Executive Candidates.
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Articles by Cara Williams
National Weather Service issues red flag warning. What does that mean for Los Angeles?
From heat waves to floods, Southern California has been experiencing a weather rollercoaster, and it’s not over yet. Early Thursday morning, the National Weather Service instated a red flag warning for fire danger across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. According to the announcement, the warning will remain in place until 8 p.m. Saturday. Low humidity and winds moving upward of 25 miles per hour have increased the potential for brush fires, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
USC takes a step back from hosting Hispanic Heritage Month events
With only 10 days left in Hispanic Heritage Month, USC’s administration has taken a different approach to celebrating this year. In a statement made to Annenberg Media on Monday, the university said it was moving away from hosting events to give student organizations the opportunity to lead their own. “Cultural heritage events and celebrations have long offered Trojans ways to learn about other traditions and deepen their own sense of community and belonging.
Greek life plans its own separate spin on family weekend
This year, USC’s sororities and fraternities are planning a family weekend separate from the university’s official family weekend — one not taking place over Halloween.
Community members consider Gloria Steinem’s ‘very powerful’ legacy
When Gloria Steinem died September 2 at the age of 92, USC journalism professor Mary Murphy said she was initially sad about the loss, but that her sadness turned to joy just knowing that Steinem had lived. “Gloria Steinem lit the way,” said Murphy, who met Steinem at the beginning of her career.
Broadcasting the Olympics
Journalist David Neal stopped by USC to talk about what it’s like to broadcast the Olympics. With Los Angeles set to host the 2028 Summer Olympics, what could media coverage look like in and nearby USC?
New film “The Drama” divides audiences over controversial twist
The new film starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson is drawing mixed reactions, as viewers question whether its central twist handles a sensitive topic, appropriately.
Angelenos try their luck at Olympic ticket lottery
Los Angeles residents have begun entering the Olympic ticket lottery, while World Cup tickets remain available, though some seats are priced as high as several thousand dollars.
Shawn Cosby co-directs ‘33rd and Memphis’
By Cara Williams, Special to the AFRO Shawn Cosby decided the premier for 33rd and Memphis her latest independent film about the crossroads demanded by life’s decisions, had to premier in the Washington, D.C. area. “33rd and Memphis” is layered with dance, excitement, turmoil, self-awareness, love, and forgiveness and premieres at the American Film Institute’s (AFI) Silver Theatre and Cultural Center on August 22.
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By Cara Williams, Special to the AFRO Shawn Cosby decided the premier for 33rd and Memphis her latest independent film about the crossroads demanded by life’s decisions, had to premier […]
Moisette ‘Tonya’ Sweat calls for new leadership in Prince George’s County
By Cara Williams, Special to the AFRO Moisette “Tonya” Sweat, 49, is an attorney who has never run for public office. She says she understands the DMV political environment well because of her work with the local, state and federal government.
Billy W. Bridges: A plan to bridge the North-South divide in Prince George’s County
By Cara Williams, Special to the AFRO Billy W. Bridges, 61, worked for the Prince George’s County school system for 24 years and has seen the county’s uneven economic growth, persistent problems with public safety, and lack of access to first-rate medical care. He has a plan. Bridges, originally from Mississippi, came to Prince George’s County through the military.
Sherman Hardy: Drawing on military experience to make Prince George’s County affordable and equitable
By Cara Williams, Special to the AFRO Sherman Hardy, 38, says he has always been the youngest in the boardroom and many of the rooms he has entered to make major decisions. The Air Force veteran, originally from Miami, Fla., is running for Prince George’s County executive because “I care about my county and how it is governed,” he said.
Black Lives Matter: A letter to my neighbor
CAMPUS NEWS Opinion Showcase While protesters and activist march against gun violence, they should also take a stand against violence in their own communities Do black lives really matter? We’ve listened to the cry of protesters and followed the paths of the peaceful marchers, but, do black lives really matter? Across the country people rose up in protest of the horrific scenario that took George Floyd’s life.
Black Lives Matter: A letter to my neighbor
Do black lives really matter? We’ve listened to the cry of protesters and followed the paths of the peaceful marchers, but, do black lives really matter? Across the country people rose up in protest of the horrific scenario that took George Floyd’s life. We’ve replayed the deaths of black men and women whose lives were taken at the hands of police officers before George Floyd, and marched for reform.
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