In Aftermath of Gruesome Discovery, Organizers, Elected Officials Raise Concerns About MPD Transparency
Activists have called for community control of the Metropolitan Police Department after they delayed the public release of information about a body found hanging from a tree, which they deemed a suicide.
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Virginia Vote Reshapes Redistricting Fight as Democrats Counter GOP Maps Nationwide
Virginia voters have approved a new congressional map that could shift the balance of power in the U.S. House from a narrow 6-to-5 Democratic edge to…
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…
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…
Behind the Pulpit, Black Women Battle Violence and Silence
Tammy McCollum, a pastor and part-time cosmetics saleswoman, was murdered by her husband, Eddie McCollum, on Easter Sunday, highlighting…
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Business
Future-Ready: How the D.C. Workforce is Being Reshaped
The Future-Ready Forum: Talent, Technology and Opportunity, hosted by the D.C. Chamber of Commerce, featured speakers and panels discussing the importance of AI education and collaboration…
D.C. Wins $279K Settlement Against Jan-Pro Over Misclassified Janitors, Illegal Fees
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb secured a $279,000 settlement with Jan-Pro Franchising International Inc. and its regional operator, Nabicorp Enterprises Inc., resolving a lawsuit that…
D.C. Wins $9.9 Million From Live Nation as Ticketing Giant Hit With Monopoly Verdict
Live Nation will pay $9.9 million to the District of Columbia after an investigation found the company misled customers with hidden fees and deceptive ticket…
Federal Officials Warn Banks on AI Threat as Cybersecurity Risks Grows
Federal officials are warning banks that advanced AI tools could be used to accelerate cyberattacks, making them more difficult to detect and stop, and are…
AI Takes Over the Workday: Half of U.S. Workers Now Using It on the Job
AI is becoming increasingly integrated into American workplaces, with many employees relying on the technology to complete core job functions and employers providing access to…
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
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 aging…
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,…
Looking Ahead at the 2026 Primary Election, Challengers State Their Case
The candidate filing deadline has passed, establishing the official list of candidates for the upcoming primary and general elections, with many incumbents facing challengers focusing…
Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Talks Goals for Local Businesses
The Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce is preparing for a strong 2026, with Alexander Austin advocating for balanced legislation, promoting access to capital, and creating…
Community
D.C. Students Kick Off 44th Annual Spelling Bee Season
Over 260 students from 88 schools in Washington, D.C., competed in the annual Citywide Spelling Bee, with the goal of qualifying for the Scripps National Spelling…
The Collins D.C. Council Report: A Youth Curfew Discussion That’s Not Yet Finished
The D.C. Council is considering making permanent the mayor’s emergency curfew declaration powers and the MPD’s ability to designate curfew zones, while also discussing the…
Federal Complaint Targets DC Water After Massive Sewage Spill Into Potomac River
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil complaint against DC Water and the city, alleging violations of the Clean Water Act after a…
Young Man Found Hanging From Tree in Northwest, MPD Issues Public Statement Days Later
The Metropolitan Police Department took days to issue a statement about a young man’s body found hanging from a tree near its Fourth District headquarters,…
Amid Emancipation Day Celebrations, Conversations About Teen Engagement Persist
D.C. Emancipation Day festivities are taking place despite the presence of National Guard troops and the advancement of permanent juvenile curfew legislation, with local officials…
Let’s Talk
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 can…
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…
Video: Sankofa Blends Books, Coffee, and Culture | Best of The DMV Spotlight
We stopped by Sankofa Video, Books & Café — a D.C. landmark with a story as rich as its community ties. Sankofa didn’t start as…
LIFESTyle
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.
A Thriller on Film: ‘Michael’ Celebrates the Music That Changed the World
The new “Michael” movie, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, is a thrilling biopic that honors Michael Jackson’s legacy and provides an intimate…
Shakespeare Theatre Company Honors Actor Wendell Pierce With Will Award
Shakespeare Theatre Company honored actor Wendell Pierce with the William Shakespeare Award for Classical Theatre during its annual gala, in celebration of his storied career…
Jury Rules Live Nation Illegally Dominated Concert and Ticketing Industry
A federal jury has found that Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, violated antitrust laws by operating as an illegal monopoly in the live…
Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, April 20-22
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this week, from Profs & Pints DC’s discussion on fascism to the National Portrait Gallery’s Analog Nights…