Lakers wear hats to keep attention on Breonna Taylor case

The Los Angeles Lakers arrived to Game 1 of their first-round series against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night in red baseball caps, only with a twist.

Each cap had "Make America Great Again" stitched in white letters, just like the one President Donald Trump often wears; but the words "Great Again" were crossed out, and the message "Arrest The Cops Who Killed Breonna Taylor" was printed below them.

"You know, this is something that we continue to put our foot on the gas, continue to pressure," LeBron James said after the Lakers' 100-93 loss. "You know, the situation that's going on in Louisville, Kentucky. An innocent woman being killed in Breonna Taylor, a woman who had a bright future and her future was taken away from her. And there's been no arrests. There's been no justice. Not only for her, but for her family. And we want to continue to shed light on that situation, because it's just unjust, and that's what it's about."

It was a continuation of the calls for awareness about the circumstances surrounding Taylor's death made by the Lakers and many other players since the NBA invited 22 teams to Orlando, Florida, to restart its season last month.

[SOURCE: ESPN]

Stacey Abrams 2020 Democratic National Convention speech

Watch Former Georgia Rep. and lawyer Stacey Abrams addressed Democrats on Aug. 18 during the second night of the Democratic National Convention.

Donnie Simpson To Be Inducted Into The Radio Hall of Fame

Donnie Simpson is headed to the Radio Hall of Fame!

Simpson joins 6 other broadcasters including Sway Calloway and members of The Breakfast Club selected to the 2020 class of the Radio Hall of Fame. The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee inductee, Simpson began his radio career at age 15 with WJLB in his hometown Detroit, Michigan before moving to Washington, D.C, starting at 93.9 WKYS (then known as WRC-FM). After a five-year retirement, Donnie returned to the airways, joining Majic 102.3/92.7 on August 17th, 2015.

Donnie will be honored on Thursday, October 29 during a live radio broadcast induction ceremony from multiple locations and across multiple audio platforms.

Three inductees were determined by a vote from a panel of 600 industry professionals, four were voted on by the Nominating Committee and two were a result of a public vote from the listening public. The votes were monitored by certified public accounting firm Miller Kaplan Arase, LLP.

Michelle Obama 2020 DNC convention speech

Former First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the 2020 Democratic National Convention: "Donald Trump is the wrong president for our country. He has had more than enough time to prove that he can do the job, but he is clearly in over his head. He cannot meet this moment. He simply cannot be who we need him to be for us. It is what it is."

Watch her full speech below:

Jon Jones vacates UFC light heavyweight title

Jon Jones announced Monday on Twitter that he has vacated the UFC light heavyweight title and believes that there will be negotiations for a heavyweight bout.

Read his Tweets below:

Just got off the phone with @Ufc, today I confirm that I’m vacating the light heavyweight championship. It’s officially up for grabs. It’s been an amazing journey, sincere thank you to all my competition, Ufc and most importantly you fans.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) August 17, 2020

Just had a really positive conversation with @Ufc. Sounds like there will be negotiations for my next fight at heavy weight. All good news, the weight gaining process begins.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) August 17, 2020

Washington Football Team hires first African American NFL team president

The Washington Football Team announced today that they have appointed Jason Wright team president, making him the first African American to hold that position in the NFL. In this role, Wright will be responsible for leading the organization's business divisions, including operations, finance, sales, and marketing. He will join Coach Ron Rivera, who maintains all on-field responsibilities and football decisions, in reporting directly to team owner, Dan Snyder.

"If I could custom design a leader for this important time in our history, it would be Jason. His experience as a former player, coupled with his business acumen, gives him a perspective that is unrivaled in the league," said Washington Football Team owner, Dan Snyder. "We will not rest until we are a championship caliber team, on and off the field. Jason has a proven track record in helping businesses transform culturally, operationally and financially. He is a proactive and assertive advocate for inclusion of all people and will set new standards for our organization, and for the league. There could not be a better duo than Jason Wright and Coach Ron Rivera as we usher in a new era for Washington Football."

"From football to business school to McKinsey, I have always enjoyed building exciting new things and taking on the hard, seemingly intractable challenges that others may not want to tackle. I especially love doing this with organizations who have deep history and values that set a firm foundation. This team, at this time, is an ideal opportunity for me," added Wright. "The transformation of the Washington Football Team is happening across all aspects of the organization – from football to operations to branding to culture – and will make us a truly modern and aspirational franchise. We want to set new standards for the NFL. As a DMV local and fan, I've been watching this team with interest long before I knew I could become part of it. I believe in Dan Snyder's vision for this organization, and I am looking forward to partnering with Coach Rivera, who is a champion for the players and one of the great minds in football. Together, we will define the future of the Washington Football Team."

Coach Ron Rivera added, "I remember Jason as a player, and it is no surprise to me that he went on to achieve the caliber of success that Jason has in his time in the business world. From my conversations with his former teammates and coaches plus my own with Jason, I have come to see that we share many of the same core values and beliefs. Because he knows the NFL firsthand and how fast it moves, I am excited to have him on board to head up the front office and operations, so that I can focus on what's most important to the fans in our community – winning football games."

Wright spent seven years as a running back in the NFL with stops in San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Arizona, where he was the Cardinals' team captain and labor-union representative during the league's 2011 lockout. Upon his retirement from the gridiron, he received his M.B.A., graduating with high honors from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and building on his undergraduate studies in psychology at Northwestern University, where he was also an Academic All-American and captain of the football team.

Jason went on to global strategy and management consulting firm, McKinsey & Company, where he quickly ascended to being named partner in the Operations Practice, based in Washington, D.C. In addition to steering some of the world's most influential Chief Human Resources Officers, Chief Financial Officers and Chief Security Officers to transformed environments, modernized operations and increased business value, he spearheaded the Black Economic Institute at McKinsey, where he additionally co-piloted their anti-racism and inclusion strategy. Jason is a trustee for the Union Theological Seminary, where he helps the institution better equip students with community organizing and social entrepreneurship skills.

National Urban League 2020 State of Black America Report

The State of Black America® is the signature annual reporting of the National Urban League. Now in its 44th edition, the State of Black America® is one of the most highly-anticipated benchmarks and sources for thought leadership around racial equality in America across economics, employment, education, health, housing, criminal justice and civic participation.

Each edition contains penetrating commentary and insightful analysis from recognized authorities and leading figures in politics, the corporate and tech sectors, the nonprofit arena, academia and popular culture.

The 2020 State of Black America®, Unmasked, matches the national mood for serious introspection, exposing the human toll and economic devastation of a global pandemic on Black America while laying bare the deep rooted inequities that predated the pandemic and accelerated the virus’s deadly spread. Watch the State of Black America Virtual Series: 2020 Unmasked and read the full report on stateofblackamerica.org.

The 2020 Report

America caught the coronavirus and Black America caught hell. As states began to collect race-based data, a bleak picture emerged: Black, Latino and Indigenous people were getting sick and dying in higher numbers. African Americans are reportedly three times as likely to contract the coronavirus and nearly twice as likely to die from COVID-19 as white people.

The latest findings tell a chilling tale of a nation divided along racial fault lines that first erupted at the arrival of enslaved Africans in 1619, and whose institutions and laws were built on the pillars of racist ideology that continues to oppress, terrorize and disenfranchise the descendants of the enslaved today.

Against the grim backdrop of an exploding public health crisis, the nation watched as a Black man was denied his God-given right to breathe, losing his life under a police officer’s knee pressed into the back of his neck for almost nine minutes. George Floyd’s last words: “I can’t breathe,” ignited a firestorm of protests. Americans spilled out into the streets, insisting, once more, that Black lives matter.

Our reporting reveals the common denominator in the alarming and disproportionate ratio of Black people left gasping for air in emergency rooms and at the hands of law enforcement: centuries of systemic racism.

Through our partnership with the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity, we examine the racial underpinnings of the pandemic, honing in on the indisputable link between our legacy of systemic racism and higher rates of Black death. Our authors tackle the insatiable reach of the outbreak into how we live, work and vote, delving into the erasure of Black wealth and job gains in the wake of the historic recession and recording setting unemployment; our interconnectedness, reminding us that prisoner health is indeed public health; the fate of HBCUs come fall; and the increased risk to our November 2020 election, undoubtedly disrupted by the pandemic, to disinformation and suppression.

The pandemic has forced Americans to grapple—yet again—with the enduring consequences of slavery and the prevalence of systemic racism in our society. Our public health systems, economic, education and housing policies, and political and criminal justice systems have all been infected by this insidious disease—and must be remedied.

The National Urban League stands united with all people committed to the monumental task of reckoning with our nation’s racist past—and present. We stand resolute and ready to leverage our influence and resources to break the pattern of empty reforms that tinker at the edges of injustice, because without justice, there can be no peace. To cure our nation, we must fearlessly acknowledge and address the straight and unbroken through-line that connects 1619 to COVID-19.

To access all State of Black America® content—including complete author essays, datasets, and a ready-for-download version of the executive summary—visit the State of Black America® website.

Tuskegee University’s Department of Architecture receives $100,000 gift to increase the number of licensed African Americans architects

Tuskegee University’s Department of Architecture has received an unparalleled contribution of $100,000 from the Cooper Carry Charitable Foundation, Inc. The gift will be used to increase access to the architecture profession for African American students.

The foundation is the charitable wing of the Cooper Carry architectural firm, located in Atlanta, New York, and Washington, D.C.

Eighty thousand dollars of the gift will be used to establish new need-based scholarships for undergraduate students. Twenty thousand of the gift is designated for a student technology scholarship that will allow students to receive technology assistance by providing laptops and/or architecture design software – as Tuskegee has transitioned to remote instruction.

“Cooper Carry has a long history of supporting schools of architecture. We have an active mentoring program, offer internships, and have endowed scholarships to support the growth and development of future leaders in architecture,” explained Cooper Carry President and CEO Kevin Cantley. “We knew Tuskegee University would be the place to develop a new and meaningful partnership – and we believe it’s important to be part of actively developing diverse voices in design and architecture.”

“The leadership in the Robert R. Taylor School of Architecture and Construction Science has supported our concept of nurturing the growth of talented young people for over two years,” Cantley further explained. “We have great respect for Tuskegee University and have hired several recent Tuskegee alumni on our team of professionals.”

Of the approximately 100,000 licensed architects in the United States, only two percent are African American – a statistic that has not changed significantly since the 1960s. The American Institute of Architect’s Large Firm Roundtable, of which Cooper Carry is a member, is an organization of 60 of the nation’s largest design firms. The roundtable firms have committed to hiring more African Americans, with an emphasis on recruitment from HBCU programs.  

“Tuskegee is one of only seven accredited architecture degree programs, which collectively account for approximately half of all African American graduates in architecture. This gift will enhance student academic success and increase our commitment to the students by making sure they are prepared when they go out into the workforce as future architects,” noted Dr. Carla Jackson Bell, interim provost and vice president for academic affairs and former dean of the school.

“Tuskegee is proud to have the distinction of having the largest percentage of licensed architects than any other architecture program in the southeast. Our students have incredible potential and through this partnership with Cooper Carry, we will be able to not only attract more students to our program, but we’ll be able to keep our current students in the program, and on track to graduate,” said Roderick Fluker, associate professor of Architecture and interim dean for the school.

About Cooper Carry

Cooper Carry provides architecture, planning, landscape architecture, interior design, environmental graphic design, branding, and sustainability consulting services. Founded in 1960, the firm specializes in the design of education, government, hospitality, mixed-use, office, residential, restaurants, retail, senior living, science + technology, and transit projects. The firm has designed projects in 45 states and globally in the Caribbean, Middle East, Asia, Africa and Central America. Cooper Carry approaches its work as a collaborative ecosystem. Its multiple studios and services come together daily to provide each project the depth of knowledge needed to meet and exceed objectives.

Cooper Carry’s leaders are advocates and authorities for their specialties, empowered by decades of expertise to make decisions that prioritize placemaking, civic space, and the greater good of communities, tenants, residents and visitors. For more information, visit Cooper Carry’s website at coopercarry.com and follow the design firm on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Hillside’s BLM Mural Paintings and BLM Committee Continues the Movement

From left to right: Council Vice President George Cook, Councilman Craig Epps,  Freeholder Angela Garretson, and Councilman Chis Mobley

HILLSIDE, N.J. AUGUST 15, 2020

Union County, N.J. ----- The Union County Freeholder Board sponsored the
placement of the Hillside Black Lives Matter mural on Liberty Avenue in Hillside,
on August 13, 2020, the same day that honored the 100th anniversary of the Red,
Black and Green (RBG) flag – the flag that represents numerous black
organizations and movements since the civil rights era.

Freeholder Angela Garretson was on site with Hillside Council Vice President
George Cook, Councilman Craig Epps, Councilman Chris Mobley, and
Councilwoman Andrea Hyatt to witness a historic mural painting by the county
that also included the RBG flag in recognition of its anniversary (1920 -2020), and
the flag is still used widely today.

Local residents and onlookers captured the historic painting of the mural, as
residents of all ages joined in the effort to paint Black Lives Matter and the RBG
flag, on one of the most travelled streets, Liberty Avenue, near the railroad tracks
that residentially segregated the community of Hillside starting in the late 60s
when the first black families moved into the township. Hillside Councilman Cook,
Epps and Mobley were part of the effort to engage Union County Freeholders in
the mural project.

Councilman Craig Epps, said: “As a part of the leadership of the BLM committee in
Hillside, I am committed to bringing informative actions to Hillside and when I was
contacted by a local group, I reached out to the county to see how to get this
done for Hillside”

During this heighten time period of BLM actions around the county, and nation,
local communities of all sizes are addressing race and racial justice issues, and the
BLM committee in Hillside have council members that established a council
appointed, civilian review board as an exploratory committee, and named a
portion of the street BLM Way near town hall.

Council Vice President Cook, a Hillside resident for over 40 years , said: “The BLM
mural and the upcoming street signs is a sign that the times are changing for ourentire community. The location of the mural is symbolic for many generations of
Black residents who remember that Black kids weren't supposed to be on the
other side of the train tracks or the bridge after a certain time. The street sign will
also memorialize our township believes in racial justice for all.”

Democratic Chairman Anthony Salters of Hillside another committee member
helped to organize the BLM march – with a purpose to end racism, police brutality
and embrace diversity, that was attended by Governor Murphy, Senator Cryan,
Assembly members, Mayor Vertreese and Council, Freeholders, Schoolboard
members, clergy and religious communities, a professional educator sorority, and
numerous Panhellenic members. The massive crowd was filled with residents and
supporters of all ages and representatives from all over on June 7.

Freeholder Angela Garretson, a resident of Hillside, said: “The mural painted truly
culminates so many actions by my colleagues from various levels of government,
and although the railroad tracks in the past created dividing racial lines, the black
community and our community of allies who support our efforts strengthen me
to unify, strategize and advance against racism and discriminatory practices, in all
aspects of society. Some actions can be like a sprint, but more work, will be a
marathon.”

Mrs. Alyssa LaMonaco of Kenilworth was a former resident and student in
Hillside, was the local artist and her parents, including, Hillside Education
Association President Angela Lawler, Dewanna Johnson, HEA, VP, were joined by
Hillside School Board President, Kimberly Cook to paint the first mural in the
township on the high school driveway, prior to the Juneteenth flag raising
ceremony and George Floyd 8:46 Observation. The board of education members,
also members of the BLM committee in Hillside, have taken the lead to rename
buildings that reflect the present society, including the Deanna Taylor Academy,
was Calvin Coolidge and Ola Edwards Community School, was the George
Washington Elementary Schools.

Councilman Chris Mobley, said: “The times are changing in our diverse
community. We are part of organizations and committees addressing racial
injustices, and similar to the numerous efforts during the civil rights era, and now
the black lives matter work that takes on many forms, like in our town, we know
the good news is that this work can create lasting actions.”

Watch Kamala Harris first campaign speech as vice presidential candidate

In her first campaign speech, presumptive Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris spoke about Joe Biden's empathy, her family and why President Donald Trump should be defeated in the 2020 presidential election.

Watch her full speech below:

NAACP statement on Biden picking Kamala Harris as his running mate

Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, released the following statement on the selection of Senator Kamala Harris as a candidate on the presidential ticket of a major political party:

Throughout the history of this nation, Black women have been at the forefront of moving us toward a more representative and unified society. From the voting booth to grassroots movements, Black women have fought for and uplifted this country with their vote and voice. But their representation in the highest levels of government has never matched their unwavering participation in our democracy. Today’s announcement of a Black woman, Sen. Kamala Harris, as the first vice-presidential candidate of a major political party, breaks down one of these barriers in historic proportions. That it comes at a time in which Black Americans face dueling threats from a global health crisis and ingrained racism is all the more powerful.

This moment is long overdue. For far too long, we have undervalued Black women’s political power and their role in shaping our culture, communities, and country. The selection of Sen. Harris as a vice-presidential candidate on a major party ticket is the culmination of the tireless work of Shirley Chisolm, Charlene Mitchell, Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, Barbara Jordan, Ida B. Wells, and Myrlie Evers in their fight for representation and equality. Their sacrifices, told and untold, made it possible for Sen. Harris to make political history today. Regardless of party affiliation, every American should be proud that this milestone was finally reached.

While we do not support a political party, we recognize the overwhelming significance of this moment and what it means for this nation. We must not allow coverage of Sen. Harris’ historic candidacy to decline into ugly racist and sexist stereotypes and attacks. We call upon the media, members of both political parties, and the people of this nation to honor this historic moment and treat Sen. Harris’s candidacy with the respect and esteem it deserves throughout this election season.

As the presidential campaign progresses, the NAACP remains steadfast in our pursuit of full participation in democracy for Black people. With our ongoing commitment to dismantling institutional injustice, uplifting Black culture, and maximizing our economic and political power, we know that this pivotal moment sets the stage for our continued work to realize equal justice.

Kamala Harris initial response to being named Biden’s VP pick

Sen. Kamala Harris took to Twitter to make her initial response as being named Joe Biden's VP pick. Read her response below:

@JoeBiden can unify the American people because he's spent his life fighting for us. And as president, he'll build an America that lives up to our ideals.

I'm honored to join him as our party's nominee for Vice President, and do what it takes to make him our Commander-in-Chief.

Howard University response to alumni Kamala Harris being picked as Biden’s running mate

Howard University tweeted the following response to Joe Biden’s pick of Howard alumni Kamala Harris as his VP puck:

From the Hilltop to Capitol Hill, congratulations to our alumna, Senator @KamalaHarris, The democratic candidate for Vice President of the United States.

Black teens detained at gunpoint and handcuffed after homeless white man attacks them???

Imagine being attacked by a homeless man with a knife, and then when the police arrive they point their guns at you and then handcuff you.

That's what happened to three innocent Black teens in Santa Clarita, California even after numerous witnesses told the police that the kids were the victims.

Watch the disturbing video below:

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I wanted to share what happened to my son yesterday in SCV when he was with a couple of friends sitting at a bus stop headed home. He was attacked by a gentleman (homeless guy) who approached them and first asked them if they had any crack then tried to take their things. The guy became so aggressive that he took his shirt off pulled out a knife and whip them tried to stabbed them. His friends only had their skate boards to cover them from the knife and whip so they held it out to keep distance from this guy. Several bystanders including the restaurant manager of Buffalo Wild wings called the police to get help for the boys but “One” caller called the police and reported two black guys are attacking a homeless guy. This is how the police responded. This is something my son and his friends will never forget. I’m still wonder how will I ever help my son recover from this traumatic experience. Please pray for my family. Please Share to protect our kids!!!

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Rasheeda S. Liberty Named 25th International President of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., a leading historically African American Greek-lettered Sorority, has announced that Rasheeda S. Liberty was elected the 25th International Grand Basileus of the organization during the 58th Biennial Boule. In her new role, Mrs. Liberty, a 26-year member of the renowned sorority, will lead the organization as it celebrates its 100th year.

Mrs. Liberty, a regional finance director for Amazon, is a recognized corporate leader with over 28-years of experience in delivering results for Fortune 100 companies. A proven and dedicated mentor, she has spearheaded the growth of Sigma Gamma Rho in the Southeastern Region since 2016, serving in several leadership roles including international first vice-president, Southeastern Region director, and as international editor in chief. Mrs. Liberty is lauded by her sorority for her stewardship of the organization’s mission of enhancing the quality of life for women and their families in the U.S and globally. She is a member of numerous organizations including Top Ladies of Distinction, NAACP, Finance Executive Networking Group (FENG), and Jack & Jill of America. Mts. Liberty joined the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority in 1994 at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

“To be elected as the International Grand Basileus of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is an exciting opportunity to unleash our collective potential, bring an unmatched vision to the forefront, move in excellence towards our Centennial, and execute with a spirit of servant leadership,” said Mrs. Liberty. “The challenge ahead is great, but our vision, impact, and purpose is greater. I look forward to working collaboratively with members, affiliates, partners, vendors, and staff on the road ahead.”

As International President, Mrs. Liberty will provide leadership to over 100,000 sorority members and serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors, comprised of 38 national and regional officers who manage the sorority’s 500 chapters in the United States and in several countries.

During the Biennial Boule, members of Sigma Gamma Rho also elected the following individuals to the International Board of Directors:

* Marica Harris – International First Grand Vice-President
* Te’Lor Allen – International Second Grand Vice-President
* Rhonda Davis – International Recording Financial Secretary
* Dr. Khalilah Shabazz – International Recording Secretary
* Vanessa Tyson – International Treasurer
* Richelle N. Jones – Editor-in-Chief of The Aurora, the sorority’s official magazine
* Tamika Williams Clark – Historian

About Sigma Gamma Rho
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded by seven educators founded on November 12, 1922, at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. The sorority has more than 500 chapters in the United States, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Germany, Korea, and the U. S. Virgin Islands. Members aim to enhance the quality of life within the community through public service, leadership development, and education of youth. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. Learn more at www.sgrho1922.org

Michelle Obama part of diverse group of speakers to be featured on first night of Democratic convention

Former first lady Michelle Obama, former Ohio Gov. John Kasich (R) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) will reportedly be featured speakers on the first night of the Democratic National Convention.

The lineup, which represents a broad ideological cross-section, is part of a broader theme of unity against President Trump and in support of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden, a source who has seen convention plans told CNN. Sanders, a one-time presidential candidate himself, is a standard-bearer within the party’s progressive wing. Kasich is a vocal GOP critic of Trump, a demographic the party hopes to attract in November. And Michelle Obama is widely popular across the party.

The plans come as the coronavirus pandemic has forced an all-virtual convention. Biden was originally set to personally travel to Milwaukee to accept the party's nomination but will now accept it remotely from Delaware. The convention, already delayed a month, will take place Aug. 17-20, with two hours of events per night.

Normally the political conventions fill four days full of programming from a jam-packed arena. This year Democrats will move the event online and programming will be condensed, running for only two hours each night.

Jeneen Lavita Jamison Valentine Is Missing!

VIRGINIA-The Henry County Sheriff’s Office is seeking residents help to locate a missing woman.

Jeneen Lavita Jamison Valentine, 58, of Ridgeway, has been missing since July 3. She was reported missing on July 16 by a family member.

Valentine was last seen at a home on Willow Court, Martinsville, on the evening of July 3.

Valentine is described as a black female, 5-feet, 8-inches in height and weighs 160 pounds. She has long brown hair and brown eyes.

She may be traveling in a 2002 silver, Toyota Solara, 2–door coupe with Virginia license plate number, VC-3019.

It is unknown if Valentine is in danger. Her whereabouts are sought to check her well being.

Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to call the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (276) 638-8751 or 9-1-1.

Tushika Thurman is Missing!

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- Bowling Green police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing woman.

Tushika Thurman, 32, was last seen Wednesday night in the 300 block of Suwannee Tr.

Police said she deals with some health issues and is without her medication.

If you have any information on Thurman’s whereabouts, you are asked to contact Bowling Green police at (270) 393-4000.

Rep. Maxine Waters On Joe Biden: 'He Can't Go Home Without A Black Woman VP'

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) gave her thoughts about Joe Biden’s potential vice president pick on Friday during an ESSENCE Live townhall, saying she strongly believes Biden is going to pick a Black woman as his running mate.

“Let me guarantee you this, based on everything that I know and understand, and the help that [Biden] has already gotten from the Black community…he can’t go home without a Black woman being VP,” Waters said confidently. “We’re going to have a Black woman VP.”

Of course, Biden has yet to confirm his choice even as the Democratic National Convention draws closer, and more and more Americans continue to watch with a close eye as he is the presumptive nominee.

Names floated around as a potential pick include Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), as well as several accomplished Black women like former national security advisor Susan Rice, Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) and Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.)

Read the entire interview here: Rep. Maxine Waters On Joe Biden: 'He Can't Go Home Without A Black Woman VP'

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