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Baseball season brings boom to Navy Yard businesses

As Nationals fans celebrate the start of another baseball season, the streets of Navy Yard have already seen an increase in foot traffic. For nearby businesses, the boost is good for more than just atmosphere — it brings a financial win as well...

Black-owned businesses make U Street unique. But rising rents, policy changes remain a threat

By Milan Moshay On any given weekend night, under the glow of streetlights and neon signs, U Street is a scene. The historic neighborhood around the corner from Howard University is popular with college students and young adults. The streets are...

DC advocates are concerned about the future of abortion access in their progressive city.

The White House and Congress are angling for District government control.

Looking for ways to help, local organizations support worried federal workers

The help comes in the form of discounts, socializing and legal assistance.

Recent federal terminations spark instability, fear among public sector undergraduate students

Students exploring alternative work options with unease about the future of federal employment.

How some zero waste advocates are tackling our growing garbage problem

D.C. is at the halfway point for its ambitious waste mitigation goal, yet there’s still too much being thrown away. Even for activists fighting to stop it.

Increase in calls to hotlines for the LGBTQ+ community in the wake of Trump’s inauguration, actions

Advocates worry that ongoing challenges could further curtail LGBTQ+ rights.

Capitol officers warn Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons create political uncertainty

Officers Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges push for the truth during an American Forum interview hosted by SOC and the Kennedy Political Union.

D.C. inmates struggle to testify, voice political concerns to City Council

Inmates face challenges with testifying in front of the D.C. Council and voting

Gastrodiplomacy: The growing trend of protesting with your wallet and stomach

Diners reward international cuisine that reflects their passion and belief systems.

Norwegians on U.S. election results: ‘What have Democrats gotten wrong?’

As Norway looks to the U.S. for trade and security, some Norwegians say they are wary about their ability to rely on the United States during Donald Trump’s second presidential term.

Food insecurity persists in Wards 7 and 8, but there are solutions

Experts on food insecurity argue that the food disparity crisis in D.C. is complex, so there must be multiple approaches and solutions in order to solve the problem.

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