Black Federal Workers Could Feel Impact of Civil Service Fight
A coalition of Democratic senators have filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, urging them to overturn a ruling that could allow the President to remove federal employees without due process protections,…
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THE RELIGION CORNER: Giving the Best of Your Service
Lyndia Grant encourages us to give the best of our service, no matter who is watching, and to trust that God will reward our hard work…
In Ward 1 Council Race, Ranked-Choice Collaboration and Questions of Voter Representation
A heated primary race for the D.C. Council seat in Ward 1 is underway, with candidates being questioned about…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: In First Reading, Council’s FY27 Budget Partially Restores Key Programs
The D.C. Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Act of 2026, restoring funding for various programs and services,…
Survey: One in Three Americans Trust AI as Much as a Pastor
A new survey from Gloo and Barna Group indicates that nearly one-third of American adults trust AI chatbots as…
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Business
Political Messaging Vendor Pays $1 Million to Settle D.C. Tax Claims
GetThru, Inc. has agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to resolve allegations that it failed to collect and remit sales taxes on…
Consumers Hit With Another Wave of Grocery Price Increases
Food prices in the D.C. region are rising faster than wages, forcing families to rethink how they eat and shop, with beef, coffee, and tomatoes…
Baby Boomer Exits Open Doors for ETA
Entrepreneurship through Acquisition (ETA) is emerging as a powerful tool to create wealth and economic mobility, particularly for Black entrepreneurs, as millions of “baby boomer”…
Former Amtrak Chief Joins $20 Billion Push to Transform Northeast Rail
AmeriStarRail has proposed a $20 billion plan to modernize Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor with private capital, potentially pushing U.S. passenger trains past 200 mph and replacing…
Security Deposit Alternatives Leave Renters Paying More: Report
The National Consumer Law Center has released a report warning that security deposit alternative programs are stripping tenants of legal protections while generating profits for…
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
Prince George’s Homeowners Seek Equity, Awareness To Promote Homeownership
Dr. Kofi Bryant Sr. and other advocates are working to expand homeownership in Prince George’s County, Maryland, by increasing affordability, access, and lending resources, while also…
23 Candidates Vie for Southern Maryland Congressional District
After 45 years of Rep. Steny Hoyer’s representation, the 5th congressional district of Maryland is having an open race with over 20 candidates vying for…
Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is Launching Three New Programs
Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will offer several innovative programs beginning July 1, 2026 to make homeownership more attainable for…
PGCPS Selects Interim Superintendent Shawn Joseph for Long-Term Leadership
Shawn Joseph has been appointed as the official superintendent of Prince George’s County Public Schools, following a nationwide search, and has been praised for his…
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…
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…
Community Opposes Safe Injection Sites, Despite Leading Candidate’s Support
D.C. residents and faith leaders are speaking out against safe injection sites, arguing that they will cause more harm than good, while Council member Janeese…
Author of Acclaimed Books About D.C. Black Poets to Take Part in Foggy Bottom Book Crawl
The Foggy Bottom Book Crawl is a free event taking place on June 6 in Washington, D.C., featuring author Brian Gilmore, who will read from…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: Amid Opponent’s Attacks, Mayoral Candidate Janeese Lewis George Stands Firm in Her Convictions
The D.C. Council has yet to vote on emergency curfew legislation, despite pressure from Mayor Muriel Bowser and mayoral candidate Kenyan McDuffie, while Ward 5…
Peabo Bryson Dies at 75, Leaving Behind a Songbook of Love and Soul
Peabo Bryson, a beloved singer known for his smooth tenor voice and romantic ballads, has died at the age of 75 after suffering a stroke,…
Let’s Talk
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 a…
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…
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.…
LIFESTyle
The Weight Black Mothers Carry: Loving and Protecting Black Sons
Black mothers are feeling a mix of protectiveness, powerlessness, fear, anger, and love for their Black sons, who are often judged before they are understood and must navigate a world that seems determined to see them fail.
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, June 11-14
Celebrate Black Music Month and Caribbean American Heritage Month with a weekend of the DMV’s top cultural events, featuring a Go-Go Museum & Cafe celebration,…
Union Market District Hosts 7th Annual LightReel Film
The LightReel Film Festival, held June 3-5 in Washington, D.C., celebrated multicultural films, documentaries, and animations, highlighting local directors and businesses, and featuring the work…
Afro Plus Fest Is Back Again — and Turning Up the Volume
Afro Plus Fest, the world’s largest Afro-Caribbean hip-hop festival, is returning to the DMV this Labor Day weekend with a bigger and better lineup of…
Kennedy Center Removes Trump’s Name After Court Orders Reversal
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has removed President Donald Trump’s name from its website and official materials, complying with a federal court order…
