Education and Youth Affairs, As Explored by Some Democratic At-Large Council Candidates
The D.C. Council is debating how to respond to mass youth gatherings, with some advocating for a holistic approach involving community engagement and others pushing for punitive measures.
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Darryl Barnes Announces Resignation as Chair of Maryland-National Park and Planning
Darryl Barnes resigned as chair of the MNCPPC board following allegations of misconduct, prompting criticism of the frequent changes in leadership and calls for increased accountability…
O Museum Awards Honoring Rosa Parks Presented to Four Accomplished Individuals
Four individuals were honored with the O Museum Awards for their contributions to society, inspired by the legacy of…
Promising Practices in Early Learning for Black Boys
The 10 Promising Practices in Early Learning for Black Boys toolkit provides educators with a roadmap to create equitable,…
Black Business Owners Are Important To Our Community
Small business owners continue to face economic uncertainty, but with the right mindset, discipline, and strategic risk-taking, they can…
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Business
Inflation Slams Working Families Again as D.C. Residents Face Nation’s Widest Wealth Gap
Inflation rose 0.6% in April, pushing the cost of living higher and increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve to maintain tighter monetary policy, while income inequality…
Local Health Care Tech Helps Abolish $12M in Medical Debt for D.C. Residents
IdeaCrew, a local health care tech company, used its charitable giving arm to pay $12 million in medical bills for 12,000 Washington, D.C. residents in…
Record Auto Debt Crushes Drivers Across D.C., Maryland and Virginia as Payments Soar
Americans now owe a record $1.68 trillion in auto loan debt, with rising vehicle prices, interest rates, insurance costs, and gas prices squeezing household budgets,…
Reopening of Ben’s Chili Bowl Honors D.C.’s ‘Mom’ Virginia Ali
After six years of renovations, Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street NW reopened on May 1, celebrating the legacy of its 92-year-old co-founder Virginia Ali…
Lotto Battle: Intralot Minority Partnership Challenges Could Dissolve with New Owner
Scientific Games and Intralot are locked in a battle for the right to manage Maryland’s lottery systems for the next 10 years, with Intralot now…
DMV
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: What Should We Do?
Tamika Mallory’s powerful message in ‘State of Emergency’ is an urgent call to action to address systemic injustices and work towards meaningful change.
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…
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…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County Political Updates
Gov. Wes Moore and Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller have officially launched their reelection campaign, focusing on reducing crime, raising the minimum wage, and bringing new businesses…
Prince George’s County Political Updates
Maryland Democrats passed the Community Trust Act to protect immigrant communities, while Prince George’s leaders are working to prevent ICE from opening detention centers in…
PGCPS Selects Clara Allsup as 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year
Clara Allsup, an English teacher at International High School at Langley Park, was honored as the 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year by Prince George’s County…
Bowie Elects Esteve During April Mayoral Special Election
Michael Esteve won the special election to become the new mayor of Bowie, Prince George’s County’s largest municipality, and is ready to tackle the city’s…
Remembering James Alsobrooks: Sen. Alsobrooks Mourns Death of Her Father
James Alsobrooks, the father of Maryland Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, died earlier this month, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and life lessons.
Community
Elder Law and Medicaid Planning: A Strategy for Dignity, Not Just Crisis
Elder law and Medicaid planning can help families protect their assets and ensure dignity and control for their loved ones in times of crisis, while also…
PIEF Hosts 16th Annual Pink Hat Tea Highlighting ‘Poise and Pallettes’
The 16th Annual Pink Hat Tea, hosted by the Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Omega Chapter, raised scholarship…
Maryland Leaders Celebrate Installation of Final Piece of Rail for Purple Line
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen and other officials celebrated the completion of the Purple Line, a 16-mile rail line connecting Prince…
D.C. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Small Business Summit and Showcase
The D.C. Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Small Business Summit and Showcase, bringing together corporate sponsors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss the…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: Open Meetings, Youth Affairs, and One Last Round of Assistance for Displaced Condo Owners
The D.C. Council has approved several bills, including the Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2026, the Juvenile Curfew Act of 2026, and the…
Let’s Talk
DCision 2026 Debate Video: A Brief Look at the Mayoral and Delegate Debates
The Washington Informer, in partnership with the DC Democratic State Committee (DC Dems), the Washington Association of Black Journalists, the Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce,…
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…
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…
LIFESTyle
Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, May 18-20
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this week, including an Afro Zumba class, a discussion on AI and its effects on human thinking, a quilt square craft day, a poetry set, an Asian dumplings cooking class, a Top Gun: Maverick in Concert…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, May 14-17
Make well-being a priority this week with a series of events dedicated to the mind, body, and soul. From introspective meditative sessions in D.C. to…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, May 11-13
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this week, from gentle yoga and cooking classes to film festivals and theater performances, providing opportunities for…
Her Calling: Healing Through Music and Medicine
Robin Fay Massie is a full-time school nurse, neonatal intensive care unit nurse, and freelance classical violist, whose life is rooted in faith, caregiving, and…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, May 7-10
The second weekend of May in the DMV area offers a vibrant mix of cultural celebrations, historical deep-dives, musical showcases, and educational opportunities, including a…