Black Women Face Structural Barriers to Breast Cancer Detection
Black women in the U.S. face significant barriers to early breast cancer detection, including costs, distrust of the health care system, and providers not raising the topic, resulting in higher mortality rates than white women.
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New Initiative in Development to Support Widows in Pakistan
The Global Fund for Widows (GFW) and Kaarvan Crafts Foundation (KCF) have partnered to launch Khudi, a program that will provide economic opportunities and stability to…
Maryland Leaders Celebrate Installation of Final Piece of Rail for Purple Line
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen and other officials celebrated the completion of the Purple Line,…
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Claims Women’s Title at 39th PGA Works Collegiate Championship
PGA Works has once again provided golf programs from minority-serving institutions, including historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), a…
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day Promotes Need for Further Research
Health advocates are speaking out against the Trump administration’s proposed budget cuts to HIV research, which could disproportionately affect…
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Business
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 need…
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…
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 next 10 years, with Intralot now…
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”.
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
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 businesses…
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…
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.
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…
D.C. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Small Business Summit and Showcase
The D.C. Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Small Business Summit and Showcase, bringing together corporate sponsors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss the…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: Open Meetings, Youth Affairs, and One Last Round of Assistance for Displaced Condo Owners
The D.C. Council has approved several bills, including the Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2026, the Juvenile Curfew Act of 2026, and the…
This Mother’s Day, the Thomas Family Honors a Giant
Romaine B. Thomas, a Ward 5 matriarch, was remembered by family and colleagues for her dedication to education, advocacy for the elderly, and preservation of…
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…
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
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 exploring the physical and emotional connections of your relationships in Gaithersburg, this weekend can be a time of healing…
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…
Her Calling: Healing Through Music and Medicine
Robin Fay Massie is a full-time school nurse, neonatal intensive care unit nurse, and freelance classical violist, whose life is rooted in faith, caregiving, and…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, May 7-10
The second weekend of May in the DMV area offers a vibrant mix of cultural celebrations, historical deep-dives, musical showcases, and educational opportunities, including a…
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…