Jermaine Smith, a senior at Phelps ACE High School shown here at Gallaudet University in Northeast D.C., counted among 100 young people from across the nation who spoke to elected officials and congressional staffers on Capitol HIll during the Mikva Challenge’s National Youth Summit. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
Jermaine Smith, a senior at Phelps ACE High School shown here at Gallaudet University in Northeast D.C., counted among 100 young people from across the nation who spoke to elected officials and congressional staffers on Capitol HIll during the Mikva Challenge’s National Youth Summit. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Today’s Headlines – May 24, 2023

Student Advocates for Career,  Technical Education in D.C. Rec Centers

Throughout much of this week, Jermaine Smith represented D.C. on the national stage as he advocated for the integration of career and technical education in the city’s recreation centers.

Lifetime Rates of Depression in Black and Hispanic Communities Surpass Whites, Others

A new Gallup study shows that the lifetime depression rates of Black and Hispanic adults are rising quickly and have now passed those of white adults.

Informer Co-Founders Honored with Honorary Street Renaming

The Ward 8 intersection, where the late Calvin and Wilhelmina Rolark lived and served for decades, was dedicated in their honor on May 18 with a ceremony that brought out several local leaders and freedom fighters.

Maryland Gov. Moore Launches Tourism Campaign

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the state’s Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism on Tuesday launched “You’re Welcome,” a campaign aiming to draw more visitors to the state.

Say “I do” to Your Financial Future Together

Making sure you are financially compatible as a couple is essential to a successful relationship. Here are some tips on setting a financial foundation to prepare you for tying the knot.

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...