Christmas Trees Offer Decorative Beauty and Environmental Benefits
Christmas trees provide environmental and economic benefits, such as absorbing carbon dioxide, providing habitat for wildlife, and supporting local businesses, and can be recycled after the holidays to further benefit the environment.
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DMV Faith Leaders Offer Prayers for the New Year
Faith leaders in the Washington metropolitan region are praying for peace, healing, and restoration of health, career, and ministry…
Phillips Collection’s ‘Out of Many’ Brings Together Historic African American Art
“Out of Many: Reframing an American Art Collection” is an exhibition at The Phillips Collection featuring works from nearly…
A Father’s Blueprint, a Son’s Legacy: Carolina Kitchen CEO Lance London Builds Empire Based on Vision, Family and Community
Dr. Lance London’s success is rooted in the lessons his father taught him, such as hard work, discipline and…
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Business
A Word With Some ‘Best of the DMV’ Business Finalists
The Washington Informer’s inaugural Best of the DMV contest recognizes the special connection between local businesses and their patrons, as well as the organizations that support…
Venture X to Launch College Park Office in January
Venture X is opening a new shared workspace in College Park’s Discovery District this January to provide local businesses and workers with affordable, accessible workspace…
D.C. Joins FTC Lawsuit Accusing Uber of Deceptive Subscription Practices
The District of Columbia has joined a lawsuit accusing Uber of enrolling customers into paid subscriptions without consent and making it difficult for them to…
Housing Voucher Program Opens Application Process
Prince George’s County residents have the opportunity to apply for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) for the first time in a decade, with 5,000…
Black Entrepreneurs Celebrate Progress, Community, and Purpose at Montgomery County’s First Black in Business Awards
The inaugural Black in Business Awards in Montgomery County celebrated the resilience, collaboration, and leadership of 15 Black entrepreneurs, highlighting the power of collective investment…
DMV
Zenith Gallery to Showcase ‘Women Artists of the DMV’
The Zenith Gallery in Northwest Washington will present “Women Artists of the DMV” from Sept. 5 through Oct. 18, featuring works by more than 400 women…
Knowledge is Power: Tools for Today’s Housing Market
The Washington Informer has provided a guide to inspire, educate and steer readers in the direction of property ownership, offering insights on foreclosure prevention, investing…
Homeownership Events in the DMV
DMV residents interested in learning more about homeownership can attend a variety of workshops and conferences offered by local agencies across the region, providing support…
‘Sacred Spaces’ Reimagines African American Heritage With A Year-Round Tribute to Black Culture
Jabari Jefferson’s first solo exhibition, “Sacred Spaces”, is a mixed media art piece that honors African American heritage and culture, featuring sustainable technology, community installations,…
‘Dance Like There’s Black People Watching’ is a Hilarious, Timely Show That Offers Tons of Laughs, Reality Checks and Healing
Second City’s “Dance Like There’s Black People Watching” is a hilarious and thought-provoking show that offers a large dose of reality and healing, and is…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
Harris Appointed to State Senate
Del. Kevin Harris (D-District 27A) has secured the support of the Democratic Central Committees in Prince George’s, Charles, and Calvert counties to join the Maryland Senate,…
Councilmember Hawkins, Del. Jazz Lewis Resign
County Councilmember Calvin Hawkins and Del. Jazz Lewis have announced their resignations to take on new leadership roles, leaving two legislative seats vacant and sparking…
Prince George’s County Public Schools Superintendent Discusses First 100 Days
Dr. Shawn Joseph, Superintendent of Prince George’s County Public Schools, is focused on improving literacy, expanding dual-enrollment programs, investing in professional development for teachers, and…
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Race Kicks Off
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson (D) is running for a full term against County Councilmember Wanika Fisher (D- District 2) and former Charles…
Central Prince Georgians Launch Blue Line Corridor Coalition
The Blue Line Corridor Coalition (BLCC) was launched on Oct. 29 in central Prince George’s County, Maryland, with the goal of advancing transit-oriented development, fair…
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Community
EDITORIAL: Grateful Hearts, Unbroken Voices
The Washington Informer reflects on the importance of unity, justice, and the Black Press in their Christmas message, while honoring the legacy of their late colleague,…
Veteran Activist Responds to Jeffery Carroll’s Appointment as Interim Metropolitan Police Chief
Activists have expressed disappointment in D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s appointment of Jeffery Carroll as interim police chief, citing concerns about his loyalty to the police…
Video: Ra-Jah Kelly discusses the impact of Best of The DMV campaign
In this video, Ra-Jah Kelly, Chief Officer of Technology and Grants at The Washington Informer, discusses the vision behind the first-ever Best of The DMV…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: The Council Ends 2025 with a Bang
The D.C. Council held their final legislative meeting of 2025, during which they discussed the 2027 budget, ranked-choice voting, and Ward 8 recreation centers, as…
The Jamie Tyler Foundation Partners with Lean On Us Unity for Holiday Toy Drive
Jamie and Erana Tyler, stars of OWN’s “Love & Marriage: DC”, are partnering with Lean On Us Unity Childcare Center to host a holiday toy…
Let’s Talk
Video: Real Safety D.C. Roundtable – Level Setting on Public Safety in Washington, D.C.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GW250xKBx1M In partnership with the Public Welfare Foundation and its Real Safety D.C. education campaign, The Washington Informer hosted a powerful discussion exploring how communities can…
Video: Dark Tower Day Party – A Harlem Renaissance at March On! Fest
The Dark Tower Day Party – A Harlem Renaissance at March On! Fest paid tribute to the artistry, style, and spirit that have shaped generations…
Video: March On! Festival Honors Stanley Nelson, Marsha Smith, and Senator Cory Booker
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Hcs95hYMvs The March On! Festival celebrates 13 years of amplifying the untold and mistold stories of the civil rights movement through art, film, and performance.…
Video: GWBCC on Why Black Business Is the Backbone of D.C. | Best of The DMV
Aisha Bond—President of the Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce and lifelong Washingtonian—shares why the Chamber is proud to be a 2025 nominee in the…
Video: Sankofa Blends Books, Coffee, and Culture | Best of The DMV Spotlight
We stopped by Sankofa Video, Books & Café — a D.C. landmark with a story as rich as its community ties. Sankofa didn’t start as…
LIFESTyle
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 25-28
The DMV offers a weekend packed with cultural performances, festive attractions and community-centered gatherings, including Christmas Day football, Kwanzaa celebrations, immersive theater, karaoke nights and waterfront light displays.
Betty Reid Soskin, Who Forced America to Tell the Truth About Its Past, Dies at 104
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest ranger in the history of the National Park Service, spent her life advocating for the recognition of Black contributions to…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 18-21
The DMV is alive with festive and community-focused events this weekend, including comedy, ice attractions, holiday markets, live theater, and family-friendly activities.
Carl Carlton, R&B Singer Behind ‘Everlasting Love,’ Dies at 72
Carl Carlton, the Detroit-born singer best known for his R&B classics “Everlasting Love” and “She’s a Bad Mama Jama (She’s Built, She’s Stacked),” has died…
Rob Reiner and Wife Michele Singer Reiner are Apparent Homicide Victims at Their Los Angeles Home
Rob Reiner, the acclaimed filmmaker, and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead at their home in Los Angeles on Sunday, with the LAPD…