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As Washington, D.C., prepares for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration and the certification of electoral votes, officials are implementing extensive protective measures to avoid any events like the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Authorities Heighten Security Measures for Trump Inauguration and Electoral Certification

by Stacy M. Brown November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

**FILE** District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser has promised to protect D.C.’s autonomy as it faces an uncertain future under President-elect Donald Trump, having requested a sit-down meeting with him to discuss a mutually beneficial course for the nation’s capital. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Mayor Bowser Prepares to Fight for Autonomy as Trump Pledges Control of D.C.

by Stacy M. Brown November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

Attendees enjoy the inaugural Fusion Festival, powered by Washington Area Community Investment Fund and held at the Anacostia Arts Center on Oct. 19. (Courtesy photo via Instagram)

Inaugural Fusion Festival Takes Place at Anacostia Arts Center

by Demarco Rush November 13, 2024November 14, 2024

For three years, Courtney McFerson has been working diligently to get special education coordinators at Anne Beers Elementary School in Southeast D.C. to create an Individualized Education Program for her son, who fell behind in reading and math. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

DCPS Parent Alleges Denial of Special Education Services

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. November 12, 2024November 21, 2024

**FILE** Despite concerns about a potentially unhinged president, Muriel Bowser said she plans to treat President-elect Donald Trump and new GOP congressional leadership no differently than other federally elected officials she's encountered as D.C. mayor. (WI photo)

The Collins Council Report: Post-Election Plans in the Wilson Building

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. November 12, 2024December 11, 2025

D.C. Board of Elections has not yet declared a winner in the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6/8F02 race, but Elissa De Souza, disclosed that she received a congratulatory message from the Executive Office of the Mayor. (Courtesy photo)

A Mayoral Snafu Emboldens Candidate in an Undecided ANC Race

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. November 12, 2024November 12, 2024

**FILE** Judith Jamison (Elon University, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Judith Jamison, Legendary Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Dies at 81

by Stacy M. Brown November 12, 2024December 20, 2024

Ward 8 Council member Trayon White and supporters celebrate at the Players Lounge in Southeast D.C. on Nov. 5 after overwhelmingly winning his reelection bid with 76% of the vote. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

The Election Season That Tested D.C.’s Political Establishment

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. November 6, 2024November 6, 2024

**FILE** Jr. ROTC Cadets from Dunbar High School present the colors during an event at Access Housing in Ward 8 in November 2022. Organizations throughout the District are celebrating Veterans Day with events and programming this week and weekend. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

D.C. Organizations Honor Local Veterans for Their Service, Sacrifice

by James Wright Jr. November 6, 2024November 6, 2024

**FILE** With Election Day in full swing in Washington, D.C., Capitol Police detained a man at the Capitol Visitor Center who was reportedly carrying suspicious items, including a flare gun, a torch lighter, and bottles with a strong gasoline odor. (WI photo)

D.C. Tightens Security as Capitol Police Arrest Man With Potential Fire-Starting Gear

by Stacy M. Brown November 5, 2024November 5, 2024

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