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, according to a new report from The Century Foundation and Protect Borrowers.
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People from various locations shared advice that has guided them, including to stay curious, put others first, believe in…
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…
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…
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Business
Maryland’s New Law Targets ‘Surveillance Pricing’ in Grocery Stores
Maryland has passed a law that prohibits grocery stores and delivery services from using personal data to set prices, protecting consumers from “surveillance pricing”.
Polls Show Mounting Economic Anxiety as Inflation, Energy Costs, and Gas Prices Hit U.S. Households
Americans are facing increasing financial strain due to rising costs of living and energy, with 31% of Americans citing the high cost of living and…
Ben’s Chili Bowl Reopens Historic U Street Location After Yearslong Renovation
Ben’s Chili Bowl, a Washington, D.C., landmark, is set to reopen its historic U Street NW location on May 1 after a multi-year renovation, celebrating…
A Bold New Push to Grow Wealth East of the Anacostia River
The Seed to Storefront Pilot is a yearlong initiative to promote wealth building in Wards 7 and 8 of D.C. by providing small businesses with…
Maryland Delegation Secures $39.7 Million to Expand Port of Baltimore Capacity and Jobs
Federal officials and Maryland’s congressional delegation have awarded nearly $39.7 million in funding to expand freight capacity at Tradepoint Atlantic, which is expected to increase…
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
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 the…
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.
Bowie Special Mayoral Election Set for April 7
The Bowie mayoral election will be held on April 7, with four candidates running to fill the vacant position, including Bowie Council members Michael Esteve,…
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…
Trump’s D.C. Police Takeover Fight Deepens as Command Staff Faces Termination in Crime Data Probe
The federal government’s takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department has sparked a lawsuit and an internal investigation into allegations of manipulated crime data, leading to…
Sycamore & Oak Hosts 2026 Health Equity Summit
The 2026 Health Equity Summit, hosted by the Greater Washington Community Foundation, brought together influential leaders and advocates to promote health equity and economic justice…
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In the Battle for Accountability, Gen-Zer Exposes Local-Federal Police Jumpout
As D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser prepares to leave office, mayoral candidates, residents and advocates are calling for increased transparency and accountability in police selection processes,…
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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
Black Women in Food Summit Honors Legacy, Furthers Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
The fourth annual Black Women in Food Summit celebrated the legacy and new innovations of Black women in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries, and included a pitch competition with prizes of $10,000 and $5,000.
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, April 30 – May 3
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this weekend, from game nights and debates to music festivals and speed dating, offering something for everyone…
Michael Jackson Biopic Smashes Box Office Records With $200M Global Opening as Fans Turn Theaters Into Concerts
The Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” opened to sold-out theaters and a global box office of over $200 million, with fans celebrating the King of Pop’s…
Prince’s Final Days: Revolution Bassist Says Icon Showed Signs of Memory Loss Before Tragic Death
Ten years after Prince’s death, those closest to him revealed that he had been exhibiting signs of memory loss and confusion in his final year,…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, April 23-26
From workshops to outdoor movie nights to music festivals, the DMV offers a diverse lineup of events this weekend, providing something for everyone to enjoy.