D.C.’s Dave Thomas Circle Renamed Mamie ‘Peanut’ Johnson Plaza: A Community Tribute

In a tribute to a beloved D.C. resident, the iconic intersection in NoMa, informally known as Dave Thomas Circle, is officially renamed Mamie 'Peanut' Johnson Plaza through a community-driven initiative.

October 17, 2023

NoMa

DC Council publishes discussion maps ahead of Ward 6 redistricting hearing

After a 41.9% population growth in the last decade, Ward 6 boundaries will change during the decennial redistricting process. Rebalancing wards will push some residents into Wards 7 and 8, further changing their racial...

November 2, 2021

Here’s what’s going on with the infamous mail delays and delivery issues in DC

United States Postal Service officials hire nearly 100 mail carrier assistants in DC but residents say they are still feeling discouraged with progress

October 26, 2021

Activists, council members raise concerns about homeless encampment pilot program following NoMa closures

Nearly two weeks after a NoMa encampment resident was bulldozed during a clearing, activists are unsure whether the man has found housing.

October 22, 2021

DC Latinx small business owners fight to overcome disproportionate pandemic challenges

Education and research experts lead the way toward change.

October 12, 2021

Man bulldozed in encampment clearing on L street in NoMa

Activists say the brutal clearing is symptomatic of business and government’s failure to directly engage with unhoused people.

October 5, 2021

Redrawing political boundaries in DC underway

‘My community is on the chopping block’; Ward 6 residents concerned about redistricting

Kayla Gallagher

September 28, 2021

‘Plant’ parenthood, a millennial pandemic trend helping DC residents combat declining mental health

Expert says taking care of plants is a lot like taking care of yourself.

September 28, 2021

Election posters: your time is up

As election season comes to an end, candidates are running out of time to clear their campaign posters from D.C. streets.

December 1, 2020

NoMa restaurants adapting to new health guidelines but it’s not easy

Some nightlife businesses remain closed and others are struggling.

November 10, 2020

Number of stolen cars is on the rise in NoMa

Police are also responding to an increase in thefts from inside autos.

October 20, 2020