AmeriStarRail Unveils ‘Libertyliner 250’ Proposal to Rebrand Amtrak’s NextGen Acela Fleet
AmeriStarRail has proposed a privately financed initiative to rebrand Amtrak’s NextGen Acela fleet as the Libertyliner 250, aiming to modernize passenger rail along the Northeast Corridor with high-speed service and updated equipment.
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‘Soul Searcher’: The Chuck Brown Biography Years in the Making
Historian Sundiata Ramin has released “Soul Searcher: Life and Legend of Chuck Brown, Godfather of Go-Go,” a new biography exploring the life of the legendary musician…
Hundreds of First-Time-in-College Students, Families Relieved After Howard University Un-Enrollment Challenges
More than 500 incoming freshmen at Howard University were un-enrolled due to outstanding balances, sparking widespread frustration and calls…
Remembering Jonathan Daniel Shanks Sr.: A Local Gospel Legend, ‘Servant Leader’
Faith leaders, family, and friends gathered in the Washington, D.C., area to celebrate the life and extensive legacy of…
HIV/AIDS Research, Innovation Persist Despite PEPFAR Funding Cuts
New studies presented at the AIDS 2026 conference reveal that recent U.S. funding cuts significantly affected PEPFAR’s ability to…
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Business
AI Boom Drives Fight Over Electric Bills as D.C., Virginia and Maryland Clash Over Data Centers
The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is beginning to hit consumers’ wallets across the Washington region, with a new electricity auction expected to add $6.3 billion in…
NFL’s Source Program Connects With D.C. Businesses Ahead of 2027 Draft
Local business leaders met with the NFL, Events DC, and the Washington Commanders on July 9 to discuss how the NFL Source program will integrate…
U.S. Foreclosures Hit Seven-Year High While D.C. Area Remains Relatively Stable
Foreclosure filings have reached their highest level in nearly seven years, with many homeowners struggling to make mortgage payments due to the cost of living…
PNC and Howard University Host HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit
Howard University and the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship held the 2026 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit to provide Black business owners, investors, and student entrepreneurs…
Millions Lose Food Assistance as Federal SNAP Cuts Reach D.C. Region, Raising New Concerns for Families and Schools
Millions of Americans are losing food assistance due to the damaging One Big Beautiful Bill Act, resulting in smaller grocery budgets, increased pressure on food…
DMV
VIEWPOINTS
People are staying cool during the intense DMV heat by drinking plenty of water, wearing light clothing, and staying inside with the AC on.
Investing in a Safer, More Reliable Energy Future
Washington Gas is investing in the DMV’s energy future through its Accelerated Pipeline Replacement Programs, which have invested over $2.4 billion in infrastructure upgrades to…
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…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
2026 Primary Election Results Certified, New Countywide Leadership Changes
The 2026 Maryland primary results have been certified, featuring a decisive win for Gov. Wes Moore and several key shifts in Prince George’s County leadership.
Celebrating Prince George’s History at 250
Prince George’s County, Maryland, has a rich and diverse history, from its origins as the county with the largest population of enslaved Africans to its…
Prince Georgians Learn What’s Next for Former Six Flags Site
Community members attended a town hall to discuss the future of the former Six Flags America site, which was recently purchased by a joint venture…
Maryland’s 2026 Primary Election Results
Maryland’s 2026 Democratic primaries saw several new county executives, a new member of Congress, and changes to the state legislature, with African American candidates leading…
Prince George’s County Political Updates
Prince George’s County Council passed a revised budget after errors were found in the original budget, but the Park and Planning Commission is suing the…
Community
Racial Healing in Black America: What the Data Tells Us
This report explores how Black Americans define racial healing, where they experience the deepest harms, and what they believe is needed to move the country forward,…
A New Canvas for the Capital
Youth artists from three D.C. schools recently unveiled a new student-created mural installation at CareFirst Arena in Ward 8, celebrating the city’s cultural heritage and…
D.C. Regulators Reopen Review of Washington Gas Pipeline Plan Following Challenge by Schwalb, Consumer Advocates
The District’s Public Service Commission will hold a two-day rehearing on Washington Gas Light Company’s proposed $215 million pipeline replacement plan following requests from the…
Washington Native Joye Lyn Moody Remembered for a Life of Faith, Service and Compassion
Native Washingtonian Joye Lyn Moody, a dedicated public servant and community volunteer, died on July 10, 2026, at the age of 59.
D.C. Home Rule Faces New Test as House Committee Advances Tax Authority Bill
A Republican-controlled House committee voted Wednesday to advance legislation that would dramatically expand Congress’ control over the District’s tax laws, prompting Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton…
Let’s Talk
Late Night Hype Creates a Safe Space for Teens in Washington, D.C.
The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation’s Late Night Hype program returned for its fifth season on June 5, 2026, with a kickoff event at Ridge…
Video: D.C. Voter Guide Helps Seniors Navigate Ranked Choice Voting
As the June 16 primary approaches, AARP D.C., the League of Women Voters D.C., and the D.C. Board of Elections have joined forces to create…
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…
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…
LIFESTyle
Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, July 27-30
A variety of community events, ranging from professional sports like the Mubadala D.C. Open to musical performances and charity fundraisers, are scheduled across the DMV area for the week starting Monday, July 27.
Power Read 25: Where Black Women Illuminate America’s Story
In a time of book bannings, global division, and bouts of cultural erasure, Unerased | Black Women Speak is offering a counterapproach with the launch…
EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Making of ‘Michael’ as the Jackson Biopic Rewrites Box Office History
Michael Jackson spent his life surrounded by people who wanted something from him. Money. Fame. Access. Control. Some wanted a hit record. Some wanted a…
Collage Art in Many Forms at D.C. Commission for the Arts and Humanities’ ‘Rip! Tear!’
The D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities is hosting “Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique” at the I Street Gallery, an exhibition featuring 23 local…
Popular Democracy Commemorates the 14th Amendment With Let’s Get Free Celebration
Thousands of activists and attendees gathered at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia, for the People’s Convention and Let’s Get Free Concert to…
