Nearly 89,000 Open Housing Violations Expose Gaps in D.C. Rental Oversight as Council Weighs Eviction Reform
An investigation by Rentrospect revealed nearly 89,000 open housing violations in Washington, D.C., highlighting systemic failures in tracking rental registrations and repairs as the D.C. Council considers legislation to expedite eviction proceedings.
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D.C. Startup & Tech Week Concludes with Wellness Reset
The Tech Wellness Society hosted its third annual Tech Wellness Reset Walk Fest at Anacostia Park on Oct. 24 to serve as the official closing event…
Before Historic Midterm Election, Commissioner Markita Bryant Reflects on Her ANC Tenure
Outgoing advisory neighborhood commissioner Markita Bryant reflects on her service and offers advice to prospective local leaders ahead of…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Oct. 29 – Nov. 1
The Washington Informer calendar highlights several upcoming events through November 1, including a community salon on Black love, performances…
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Business
Behind the Pitch: The Opportunities and Challenges Facing DMV Startups
BlueHealer Inc. secured third place at the D.C. Startup & Tech Week ‘Battle of the Regions’ pitch competition, joining winner TechNovaTime and runner-up Torev Motors in…
GWBCC Reception Promotes Unity in ‘Fight’ Against Threats to Black Ownership
The Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce hosted its Art of Black Business reception on Oct. 22, bringing together district leaders and entrepreneurs to foster…
Andrew Young Went Looking at a Dam in Africa. The Journey Helped Lead to a Farm Outside Atlanta
Ambassador Andrew Young and the Andrew Young Foundation have launched Forever Young Aquaponics, a commercial-scale facility near Atlanta that uses nutrient-rich fish waste to grow…
Jayneil Jackson: A Housing Case Manager Who’s Seen Both Sides
Jayneil Jackson, a graduate of the Peer Case Management Institute, works as a program support specialist for the D.C. Department of Human Services as District…
A Piece of the Pie: Today’s Pizza is Building a Business on Their Own Terms
Aqil Baker and Kwabena Shahir Nkrumah navigate rising costs and limited capital by running Today’s Pizza, a Washington, D.C., restaurant that blends Black culture with…
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DMV
Beyond the Job Search: DC Black MBA Invests in Helping Black Women Reclaim Their Next Chapter
DC Black MBA, in partnership with Blu Topaz Inc., is hosting a three-part workshop series titled Leading with Intention by Investing in Self to support Black…
EDITORIAL: More D.C. Families Are Facing a Crisis, Say It’s Hard to Be Patient When the Cupboards Are Bare
The Capital Area Food Bank 2026 Hunger Report reveals that food insecurity in the D.C. metropolitan area has reached a five-year high of 38 percent…
EDITORIAL: With Injuries and Deaths Involving Motorized Devices on the Rise, It’s Time to Establish Some Serious Boundaries
The rise of motorized micro-mobility devices like e-bikes and electric scooters has led to an increase in dangerous accidents affecting both riders and pedestrians, prompting…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 17-21
The Washington Informer Calendar highlights several upcoming events in the DMV area following the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation 55th Annual Legislative Conference, including the National…
Supporting the Organizations That Strengthen Our Communities
Washington Gas employees recently volunteered over 400 hours during their Energy for Good Seven Days of Service initiative, while the company prepares to announce its…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County Council Approves Sphere Financing
The Prince George’s County Council unanimously authorized $215 million in bond financing for the proposed 6,000-seat Sphere project at National Harbor, which is scheduled for a…
Maryland Association of Realtors Announces 79th President
Melanie Gamble, the owner of 212 Degrees Realty, officially began her yearlong tenure as the 79th president of the Maryland Association of Realtors on Oct.…
Prince George’s Leaders Advise Financial Literacy in Daily Life
Prince George’s County register of wills nominee Jocelyn Route and various financial experts are emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and estate planning amidst declining…
Prince George’s County Updates: Hyattsville Treasurer Resigns; Tonya Sweat Running as Write-In Candidate
Hyattsville faces financial scrutiny following the resignation of its treasurer due to low cash reserves, while attorney Tonya Sweat prepares to challenge incumbent County Executive…
Hanging Body Found in Upper Marlboro Prompts Community Concern
Prince George’s County officials are investigating the death of a man found hanging near Upper Marlboro, while community leaders and legal experts call for transparency…
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,…
Honoring the ‘Warrior on the Hill’: Eleanor Holmes Norton Legacy Fund Luncheon Celebrates Namesake’s Longtime Leadership
Political leaders and residents gathered Sunday at The Potomac Hotel to honor Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s six-decade career of advocacy and celebrate the Eleanor Holmes…
D.C. Eviction Cases Drag On for Months as Unpaid Rent Threatens Tenants and Affordable Housing
D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb is urging the D.C. Council to amend the SHARE Act to establish an early mediation program aimed at resolving…
Dunbar High School Homecoming Parade
People from across the District gathered on O Street NW for the Dunbar High School Homecoming Parade, held under the theme “A Legacy in Motion.”
H.D. Woodson Celebrates Homecoming With ‘Go-Go VOTE’
H.D. Woodson High School hosted a homecoming event Saturday featuring go-go music and partners like the Go-Go Museum and the National Women’s Foundation to promote…
Let’s Talk
VIDEO: Clearing the Air — Wala Blegay on the Future of Energy Grid Stability and Data Center Concerns
Prince George’s County Council Member-at-Large Wala Blegay discussed the Qualified Data Center Task Force’s efforts and the need for environmental considerations regarding data center developments in…
VIDEO: Getting Cleaner Air in Black Communities
Following the American Lung Association’s 2026 report on unhealthy air pollution levels, the Washington Informer and Word In Black will host a discussion with Almeta…
Video | Clearing the Air: How DC Is Working Toward Fully Electrifying Transportation by 2045
Washington, D.C., has committed to fully electrifying its transportation sector by 2045, but what will it take to reach that goal? Watch: Washington Informer reporter…
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…
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…
LIFESTyle
AFRO and Washington Informer Collaborate for D.C. High Tea, Celebrating Women Who ‘Educate, Build and Lead’
The Washington Informer and AFRO News partnered to host the D.C. High Tea on Saturday, honoring several prominent women leaders for their contributions to education, media, and the community.
‘The Capital’ Reclaims D.C.’s Place in the American Story
A new documentary series titled “The Capital,” produced by the Institute of Politics, Policy and History, explores the complex history of Washington, D.C., as part…
One Woman Offers a Way Out for Abuse Survivors
Giselle Crawford, founder of the Giselle Cares Foundation, is seeking increased funding to address the critical lack of relocation resources for domestic violence survivors.
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Oct. 22-25
The DMV area features a diverse weekend lineup of events ranging from seasonal Halloween celebrations and charity initiatives to a Wyclef Jean concert and a…
Washington Informer Celebrates 62 Years of Community Coverage with Photo Exhibition, Reception
The Washington Informer celebrated its 62nd anniversary with a photo exhibition and reception at the 11:Eleven gallery, honoring its history of documenting the stories and…
