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December 27, 2014 • 19:40 Comments Off on R.I.P. | NYPD Officers Ramos and Liu |

R.I.P. | NYPD Officers Ramos and Liu |

dailynews-fund-1224Members of “The Concerned Citizen” here in Washington, DC offer our deepest sympathy to the families of officers Ramos & Liu, and we will be praying and trusting in the Lord for your comfort and healing.

The Daily News, New York’s hometown newspaper has made an initial donation of $20,000 to a fund designed to enable citizens across the country to show support for the families of the slain officers in their time of need. We are asking our Readers and Followers to make a donation. No amount is too small…CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE FUND THROUGH PAYPAL

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December 27, 2014 • 11:32 Comments Off on Man shot by police on Xmas Eve

Man shot by police on Xmas Eve

Courtesy of WTOPPeople gathered on Friday to remember a 29 year old male who was suspected of robbery on Dec 24th and was being pursued by police. As the chase ensued, the man turned and began shooting at the officers. One lady at the vigil stated, “They should have attempted to disarm him, not kill him.” — Lady Please! The death of anyone is a tragedy, but how can you expect the police to disarm a man who is trying his best to kill them?   What do you think DC?

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December 27, 2014 • 01:14 Comments Off on From Super Bowl Champion to Homeless Retiree…

From Super Bowl Champion to Homeless Retiree…

Terry Tautolo Before RetirementTerry Tautolo After RetirementOnce a linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers and a Super Bowl champion, Terry Tautolo has spent his retirement from football in and out of homelessness. His family and friends blame his tragic decline and battle with substance abuse on the multiple concussions he sustained during his 9-year NFL career. Homelessness can happen to anyone…  see Terry’s video

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December 26, 2014 • 23:01 Comments Off on Big Up’s to the National Park Service

Big Up’s to the National Park Service

deer-ap_606The National Park Service recently organized a hunt in Rock Creek Park where 55 white-tailed deer were killed to curb overpopulation. As reported by NBC, about 1600 pounds of deer meat was donated to the D.C. Central Kitchen on Tuesday and will be used to make venison chili and Bolognese sauce to help feed the Homeless in our area.

Filed under: Around Town

December 26, 2014 • 22:33 Comments Off on Homeless in DC

Homeless in DC

Homeless on streets of DCThe District of Columbia has experienced a significant increase in homelessness and poverty in the last few years. Homelessness in D.C. increased by 6.2% from 2011 to 2012 and now stands at 6,954 individuals, a 9.3% increase since 2008 as recorded by CPPH.

Statistics such as these show the great importance of the services provided by organizations such as Thrive DC, SOME, Street Sense, and others. You can help and show your support for the homeless by donations and/or involvement. SOME | CUM | Thrive DC | Street Sense

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