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Ahead of looming shutdown, VOA fights to be heard

A small group of journalists is fighting the Trump Administration to keep the Voice of America alive. Until March, the news service had broadcast continuously for 83 years, and reached 350 million listeners in 49 languages per week.

Bringing music to the community: Free concerts at Tenleytown church

Both artists and audience are excited for the 2025-2026 classical concert series at St. Ann Catholic Church.

Rats! They’re all over Adams Morgan, but who’s to blame?

The Adams Morgan rat boom began about two years ago, according to residents. Lack of communication between agencies, governing officials, and residents leaves the problem unsolved.

For a cleaner Potomac, advocates and others are taking action

From a paddling race to DC Water’s tunnel project, advocates and government agencies continue to take action to protect the nation’s river.

‘It is political:’ Creating queer safe spaces in Montgomery County

The county’s first Pride center opens in Bethesda to uplift the LGBTQ+ community with supportive programs.

Tarot and cocktails: D.C.’s witches are stepping out

As Tarot nights take over bars, witches say their craft is not a trend.

Dupont Circle deckover work starts promising new public plaza

As construction workers begin a project to cover part of the Connecticut Avenue underpass, some residents still have concerns.

National Guard wants to help; ANCs not so sure

Guard troops are shifting their focus from crime, and as their deployment is extended, they are looking for beautification projects to work on. Residents and D.C. leaders are wondering if collaboration legitimizes federal overreach or signals an...

Chinatown leaders push for expanded drug free zones

While police note the tools are no cure-all, residents say the neighborhood feels safer than it did two years ago.

Market SW is ending, but neighborhood-building events will continue

Westminster Presbyterian Church and the Southwest Library are among the groups sponsoring events.

Federal police surge, inflation slowing visits to Georgetown

Those who work and visit the historic area say the National Guard’s presence and ICE enforcement, along with rising prices, are having an impact.

Economic uncertainty, federal law enforcement surge loom over Howard’s 101st Homecoming

Howard University’s 101st Homecoming is just six weeks away, and ANC leaders, community members, and alumni are expressing concerns.

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