Maryland Congressman Steny Hoyer is given an award at the Maryland Democratic Party gala on June 23 for decades of service and contributions to the state. (Courtesy of Hoyer's office)
Maryland Congressman Steny Hoyer is given an award at the Maryland Democratic Party gala on June 23 for decades of service and contributions to the state. (Courtesy of Hoyer's office)

Today’s Headlines – July 3, 2023

Congressman Hoyer Awarded by Maryland Dems

Longtime Democratic Congressman and state political leader Steny Hamilton Hoyer was awarded by the Maryland Democratic Party at their June 23 gala for decades of service and enormous contributions to not just his congressional district, but the entire state.

Black Press Convention Concludes with Legacy Awards, Message from President Biden

The NNPAโ€™s annual convention celebrated 196 years of the Black Press of America.

Washington Informer Charities African American Heritage Tour – June 24, 2023

The Washington Informer Charities 11th Annual African American Heritage Tour on June 24th to Montgomery County started at Allen Chapel AME Church in Southeast where participants received gift bags and bus assignments and enjoyed a continental breakfast. Washington Informer Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes and Advertising Director Ron Burke welcomed participants [โ€ฆ]

Washington Informer Wins Five Black Press Awards

The Washington Informer earned five newspaper and journalism awards at the 2023 National Newspaper Publishers Association Fundโ€™s Messenger Awards.

DOJ Reportedly Preparing 30 to 45 New Charges Against Trump

The DOJ is reportedly making significant progress in its investigation into former President Donald Trump and his associates, with preparations underway for a โ€œsuperseding indictmentโ€ against the ex-president.

Desmond Barnes was born in Washington, DC. He is the son of Washington Informer Publisher Denise Barnes. He has been a part of the Washington Informer family all of his life. He helps produce Sounds Of...