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...

Ellen Tannor

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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

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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...

Terrance Williams

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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

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

Federal Policy, Local Impact

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

Ahead of looming shutdown, VOA fights to be heard

National Guard wants to help; ANCs not so sure

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