Democratic wins deepen divisions on shutdown

Democratic candidates pulled off swift election day wins in New York City, Virginia and New Jersey amid the longest federal government shutdown in American history. Still, both parties are refusing to take the...

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Beyond ‘Packing the Courthouse’: D.C.’s long road to self-governance 

After packing the court in protest of federal overreach, Free DC, a grassroot organization advocating D.C. statehood, is dialing up political pressure and building a resistance movement to reimagine a democracy through...

Ellen Tannor

November 4, 2025

“We will not cooperate!” Washington says ‘No Kings’ again to Donald Trump

Thousands flood the streets of Washington, D.C., on Sunday, marching toward Capitol Hill to protest what they call the Trump administration’s abuse of presidential power. They rally to defend the Constitution and civil...

Joshua Sun

October 21, 2025

This last Black institution along the Anacostia is navigating development with intention

As billion-dollar developments shape the Anacostia waterfront, Seafarers Yacht Club, the oldest black boating club in the country, anchors its legacy in resiliency, partnership and protection from its historic...

Ellen Tannor

October 21, 2025

“Take it to the Bridge”: Go-go song release party celebrates 11th Street Bridge Park

The 11th Street Bridge Park kicks off a go-go funky release party for its official song, “Take it to the Bridge,” at the Go-Go Museum in D.C.

Ellen Tannor

October 7, 2025

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...

Terrance Williams

September 30, 2025

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...

Ellen Tannor

September 23, 2025