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Ozempic, the prescription injection used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, has become popular as a byproduct of weight loss, due to the medicine's ability to make one feel full over a longer period of time and encourage less food intake. (Courtesy photo)

In D.C., Obesity Drugs Out of Reach for Many Despite Growing Awareness

by Stacy M. Brown August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

Rising Energy Costs Devastate Black Families in Washington, D.C.

by Stacy M. Brown and Mya Trujillo August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

Trump Administration Ends Rifle Prosecutions, D.C. Black Residents Fear Impact

by Stacy M. Brown August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

Trump’s Crackdown on D.C. Homelessness Targets Black Residents Despite Declining Numbers

by Stacy M. Brown August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

photo of empty class room

As Youth Return to School, Concerns About Federal Takeover Intensify

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

D.C. Launches Amnesty Program to Help Parents Catch Up on Child Support

by Stacy M. Brown August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

Maryland Leaders Criticize Trump Administration’s Takeover of D.C. MPD

by Richard D. Elliott August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

Officials Ask for Answers About Baltimore ICE Facility, Braveboy Plans Partnership with Colin Kaepernick

by Richard D. Elliott August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

D.C. Celebrates Chuck Brown Day at Fort Dupont Park

by Demarco Rush August 18, 2025August 18, 2025

D.C. Sues to Stop Trump’s ‘Hostile Takeover’ of Metropolitan Police Department

by Stacy M. Brown August 15, 2025August 15, 2025