This week’s news: Black Folks on the Moon, but There’s still Asbestos in Our Schools

Local

Lt Gov. Austin Davis joined Wake Up with WURD to highlight the role of the Center for Families and Relationships in providing critical services to Pennsylvania communities. 

Councilmember Isaiah Thomas spoke with Solomon Jones about the issue of asbestos in Philadelphia schools. He shared his plans to address the need for greater transparency and accountability in ensuring safe learning environments for students.

National

NASA engineer Nicole Cummings touched down on Evening WURDs to discuss the highly anticipated and groundbreaking launch. She shared insights about the historic mission, which will see the first African Americans set foot on the moon.

Media strategist Roxanne Jones joined Wake Up With WURD to discuss the upheaval at Fox News and CNN with the alleged firing of Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson.

International

Dr. Muhammad Elamin spoke with Nick Taliaferro on Evening WURDs to shed light on the current conflict in Sudan and its potential impact on the global stage.

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