Election Shakeup Revives D.C.’s Fight for Statehood
Following the Nov. 3 election, newly elected Democrats and District Delegate-elect Robert White are leveraging their congressional majority to push for D.C. statehood to secure voting rights for the nation’s capital’s nearly 700,000 residents.
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Carter G. Woodson Home to Reopen to Public
The Carter G. Woodson Home in Northwest D.C. is scheduled to reopen to the public on Nov. 7 following…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Nov. 5-8
Several cultural, educational, and community events are scheduled to take place in the D.C. area from Nov. 5-8.
Malcolm X Elementary Celebrates $67 Million Transformation in Ward 8
A new chapter in education began in Southeast Washington as students, educators, community leaders and city officials gathered to…
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Business
Colin Kaepernick Engages DMV Fans at MahoganyBooks
Colin Kaepernick met with fans at MahoganyBooks in Glenarden, Maryland, for a book signing of Proximo’s Proclaimers, hosted by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy.
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…
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…
This week’s issue & Special Sections
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,…
Marcia Ann Gillespie, Who Gave Black Women Their Own Voice in American Publishing, Dies at 82
Pioneering journalist Marcia Ann Gillespie, who broke racial barriers as the editor-in-chief of Essence and Ms. magazine, died Saturday at age 82.
Trump’s Power on Trial as D.C. Faces Political Upheaval
As Americans prepare for the Nov. 3 midterm elections, President Donald Trump faces a national judgment that could shift control of Congress and influence critical…
D.C., Virginia Fight Trump’s 250-Foot Arch
D.C. and Virginia officials filed a federal lawsuit to block President Donald Trump’s proposal to build a 250-foot triumphal arch that would obstruct the historic…
National Cherry Blossom Festival Unveils 2027 Official Artwork Ahead of Centennial
The National Cherry Blossom Festival unveiled its 2027 official artwork by D.C. native Chris Pyrate to commemorate the upcoming centennial of the festival.
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
Evergreen Cemetery Legacy Project Preserves Bladensburg History and Land, Celebrates Ancestors
Theater-maker ChelseaDee Harrison, in collaboration with Joe’s Movement Emporium and the Town of Bladensburg, launched the Evergreen Cemetery Legacy Project to honor local history and conserve the historic site through art and land stewardship.
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 by the Afro-Cuban All Stars and…
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,…
‘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.
