KIPP DC’s New CEO, Shannon Hodge, Stands Up for School Choice
KIPP DC CEO Shannon Hodge is celebrating the enthusiasm for the local education agency and its commitment to providing choice-filled educational opportunities for District families, while also prioritizing parent engagement and student safety.
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BOOK REVIEW: Business Books on Diversity by Various Authors
Learn about the racial wealth gap, the need for authenticity, and the contributions of women of color to the…
THE RELIGION CORNER: From Mourning to Movement — A Spiritual Call to Heal Our Community
Type 2 diabetes can be prevented and reversed by honoring the body, reducing sweets and processed carbs, increasing green…
WILLIAMS: Tuskegee Airmen’s Legacy Takes Flight Again
Tuskegee University has launched a new aviation program to prepare students for high-demand careers in the aviation industry, providing…
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Business
War With Iran Widens Across Military Bases, Global Energy Markets
The war in Iran has intensified, leading to a full-blown conflict with global economic and geopolitical consequences, including attacks on commercial shipping, disruptions to global energy…
After National Organizers’ Announcement, D.C. Target Boycott Organizers Plan a Pivot
The “Mothership Three” has ended their nationwide boycott of Target, which had caused the company to lose $12 billion in valuation, after Target agreed to…
Major Retailers Say Tariffs Are Forcing Price Hikes
Major American corporations are warning investors that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are raising prices, forcing companies to scale back business plans, and placing growing pressure…
Labor Market Weakens Nationwide While D.C. Tops U.S. Unemployment List
Washington, D.C. recorded the highest unemployment rate in the nation in 2025, with Black workers being hit hardest by the weakening labor market, experiencing a…
D.C. Rejects Live Nation Settlement, AG Vows to Continue Antitrust Fight Over Ticketmaster
The District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb has vowed to continue pursuing an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, despite a settlement reached between…
DMV
Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, March 17-22
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this week, from a flower workshop and coffee and conversation to a Black Press Day celebration, a Beauty…
Here for the DMV and Here to Help You Save on Your Utility Bills
Washington Gas has been providing affordable, reliable, and safe natural gas to the DMV for over 177 years, and has also committed to supporting the…
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…
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…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Talks Goals for Local Businesses
The Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce is preparing for a strong 2026, with Alexander Austin advocating for balanced legislation, promoting access to capital, and creating goals…
Ingrid S. Watson Takes on New Role in Prince George’s County
Ingrid S. Watson, former District 4 Councilmember, has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Prince George’s County’s Economic Development Corporation, bringing with…
Prince George’s County Council Appoints Bowie Mayor Tim Adams
The Prince George’s County Council appointed Bowie Mayor Tim Adams to fill the vacant District 4 seat, making him the first council member to serve…
Prince George’s Leaders, Advocates Call for Transparency, Consideration in Data Center Developments
Prince George’s County leaders and advocates are urging lawmakers and developers to prioritize the needs of the community and the environment when considering the construction…
Derrick Coley to Serve in House of Delegates; Danielle Hunter to Fill Council Vacancy; Moore Selects Darrell Odom Sr. for District 27 Vacancy
Derrick Coley, Danielle Hunter and Darrell Odom Sr. have been appointed to serve in the Maryland General Assembly, replacing other elected leaders in higher positions.
Community
D.C. Students Kick Off 44th Annual Spelling Bee Season
Over 260 students from 88 schools in Washington, D.C., competed in the annual Citywide Spelling Bee, with the goal of qualifying for the Scripps National Spelling…
National Cherry Blossom Festival Pink Tie Party Showcases District Culture, Black Businesses
The National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Pink Tie Party celebrated District culture, local businesses, and cross-cultural connections with a floral, fashion-filled, and blush-colored event that highlighted…
Black Women, Allies and Elected Officials Navigate HIV Prevention Landscape
The Women’s Collective and other local and national organizations are working to reduce HIV prevalence, with the help of the D.C. Council’s PrEP DC Amendment…
Juror Pay Gap in D.C. Courts Targeted in New Bill
Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) has reintroduced the District of Columbia Juror Pay Parity Act, which would require D.C. Superior Court to pay jurors the…
Dozens March in D.C. in Solidarity with Immigrants, Women’s Rights
On International Women’s Day, activists gathered in Northwest D.C.’s Meridian Hill Park to celebrate the strength and power of women while protesting against attacks on…
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
‘Sinners’ Garners 4 Oscars, Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor
Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” won four Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan, and made history with Autumn Durald Arkapaw becoming the first woman to win an Oscar for cinematography, Coogler becoming the second Black man to win for original screenplay, and Jordan…
Cast of WNO’s Treemonisha on Scott Joplin’s Only Surviving Opera
Scott Joplin completed Treemonisha in 1911. In the more than 100 years since, it has been fully produced only eight times. For most of its…
Creatives Behind WNO’s ‘Treemonisha’ Dish Themes Behind the Scenes
Washington National Opera’s production of Scott Joplin’s “Treemonisha” is a 70-year legacy of unconventional empowerment, featuring an all-Black cast and crew, original music, and a…
Suspect Arrested, Identified in Shooting at Rihanna’s Los Angeles Home
A 35-year-old woman was arrested for firing an AR-15-style rifle at the home of global music star Rihanna and her partner A$AP Rocky, while they…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, March 12-15
The DMV area offers a variety of creative activities for the whole family to enjoy this weekend, from visiting the National Building Museum to attending…