Chancellor Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee’s Legacy, as Told by DCPS Alumni, Teachers and Community Members
D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Lewis Ferebee is departing for the private sector, leaving behind a mixed legacy of measurable academic gains, contentious labor relations and lingering questions about whether the District’s most vulnerable students were truly served during his…
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Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC Presents ‘Soul Divas’ — A High-Energy Celebration of Legendary Voices and Iconic Hits
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC is presenting Soul Divas, a dance-heavy concert event celebrating the music of iconic Black female artists, at the Lincoln…
THOMPSON: Freedom Is Never Free — And Neither Is Our Debt to Those Who Secured It
On Memorial Day, Americans are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who served in the military, and are…
Preserving Woodlawn Cemetery: ‘An Integral Part of the 250 Years of American History’
Woodlawn Cemetery in Southeast D.C. is a historical site that contains the remains of many prominent African Americans, and…
Ultra-Processed Foods Driving Rising Rates of Illness Across the U.S., Study Finds
A new report from Healthy Eating Research has found that ultra-processed foods account for 53-58% of calories consumed by…
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Business
Building Wealth Beyond the Dollar Sign
DC Community Wealth Builders (CWB) organizer Abi Shakur is leading a mission to redesign the terms and conditions in which residents can thrive, by investing in…
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…
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…
DMV
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 improve…
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…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
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…
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…
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…
Community
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…
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 Washingtonians in need of…
Amid Pirro’s Announcement, Mural Unveilings Highlight Power of Art and Community
The Anacostia Murals Festival, a 18-day live art exhibition, created 104 murals across five corridors in Northeast and Southeast D.C., including a tribute to The…
D.C. Traffic Crisis Ranks Among Nation’s Worst
The Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metropolitan area has the highest average commute time in the nation, with drivers spending an average of 33 minutes getting to work each…
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…
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
Jazz Legends Celebrate Miles Davis at Blues Alley
Musicians are honoring legendary trumpeter Miles Davis at Georgetown’s Blues Alley during May as part of the Miles Davis Centennial Celebration, with performances from Billy Hart, Mike Stern, Buster Williams, Lenny White, Bill Evans, and Kenny Garrett.
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, May 21-24
Memorial Day Weekend in the DMV offers a variety of events, from phone-free experiences and themed parties to musicals and a parade, providing plenty of…
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,…
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…