District of Columbia Among Nation’s Top Places for Women, New Report Shows
The District of Columbia ranked second in the nation for women’s economic and social well-being, health care, and safety, according to a new WalletHub report, with Massachusetts ranking first overall.
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MARSHALL: Jesse Is Gone, So It’s ‘Next Man Up’
The intergenerational passing of the baton and the “next man up” mentality are essential for the Black community to continue to fight for justice, human dignity,…
JEALOUS: As We Prepare to Lay Rev. Jackson to Rest, I’m Thinking About Words That Build Coalitions
The Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy of building coalitions across racial lines and using words to open doors should be…
HARRIS/McDANIEL: The Democratic Mayor Who’s Getting Black Men Right
Mayor Randall Woodfin of Birmingham is investing in the Black Male Initiative to provide concrete financial support and opportunities…
GREENSPAN: D.C.’s School Mental Health System Works — Don’t Dismantle It
Mary’s Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center, has provided school-based mental health services to 662 students in the D.C.…
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Business
Crump’s Debut Novel Delivers Big Wins for Black Independent Booksellers
Attorney Ben Crump’s debut novel “Worse Than a Lie” has driven packed signings, sold-out shelves, and a measurable spike in revenue at Black-owned bookstores across the…
Milk & Honey Turns Dining Into Impact With Divine Nine Initiative
Thompson Restaurants’ Milk & Honey brand is partnering with D.C.’s Divine Nine network to raise funds for scholarships and service efforts, with diners able to…
Civil Rights Leaders Demand End to $2.13 Tipped Wage, Call It a Legacy of Slavery
Justice, political and labor leaders gathered in New York to call for the passage of Living Wage for All legislation, which would raise the minimum…
Onyx Impact’s $500,000 Campaign for the Future of Black News
Onyx Impact has pledged $500,000 to support Black print, broadcast, and digital media in an effort to strengthen African American media and promote truth and…
The $50,000 Barrier Facing D.C. Car Buyers
The average price of a new vehicle in the U.S. has risen to over $50,000, making car ownership a financial stretch for many, especially those…
DMV
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 community…
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…
‘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,…
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…
Collins D.C. Council Report: Federal Officer Transparency, the Decoupling Impasse, and a Foreign Policy Matter
The D.C. Council unanimously approved two bills to increase transparency in federal agent use of force, while also discussing the U.S.-Israeli military campaign and other…
With Beleaguered Ward 8 Hospital in the Backdrop, Community Members Organize for Solutions, Alternatives
Pan-African Community Action (PACA) is coordinating a grassroots medical program to provide free preventative health education, supplies, and screenings to Ward 8 residents in response…
Amid Fletcher-Johnson Redevelopment, Community Members Remember the Good Times
Dr. George H. Rutherford, former principal of Fletcher-Johnson Middle School, maintained contact with his former students and was honored at a party organized by alumni,…
U.S. Casualties Mount as D.C. Tightens Security Following Iran Strikes
President Trump launched a war with Iran without congressional approval, resulting in the deaths of three U.S. service members and scores of civilians, prompting criticism…
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, March 5-8
From biblical epics to financial workshops, paint and sip nights to urban agriculture events, and a St. Patrick’s Day parade to an International Women’s Day celebration, there are a variety of events happening in the DMV this weekend!
Opera Meets the Community: WNO Previews ‘Treemonisha’ and ‘The Crucible’
The Washington National Opera, in partnership with The Washington Informer, hosted a Spring Preview Performance and Q&A featuring excerpts from “Treemonisha” and “The Crucible” at…
‘Treemonisha’ Returns: Washington National Opera Reimagines Scott Joplin’s Classic
Washington National Opera is presenting a newly commissioned adaptation of Scott Joplin’s “Treemonisha” at Lisner Auditorium in Washington, D.C., featuring a revised story, musical arrangement…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Feb. 26 – March 1
The DMV is hosting a variety of events, from the Olivier Award-nominated “The Choir of Man” to a Queer Black Broadway Walking Tour, a Jazz…
Inside Out: A View of Hope from Incarceration
The Lorton Prison photography program, which ran from 1980 to 1989, offered incarcerated men a creative outlet to express themselves and connect to the outside…