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...

Terrance Williams

5 days ago

The Wash

American University continues to weigh arming officers despite little vocal support from faculty, staff, students

The Wash attended the first three forums to discuss arming American University police officers. The meetings featured light attendance, an initial indication that few campus members publicly support enhancing weaponry...

Dana Munro

October 8, 2024

Local Cumbia band paves way for Latin music in D.C.

Cumbia Heights pays homage to the Columbia Heights neighborhood through Latin music while paving the way for generations of artists and listeners to come.

Lillian Juarez

October 1, 2024

George Washington University resident doctors picket for pay, benefits

University and resident doctors at standstill in union demands, with further negotiations scheduled in two weeks. George Washington University resident doctors Maryssa Miller and Jason Robart, among others, led efforts...

Hannah Campbell

October 1, 2024

A man walks outside of Political Pattie's.

Political Pattie’s changes exterior after public backlash

The donkey and elephant symbols on the U Street bar’s facade came down to reinforce the owners’ emphasis on civil discourse and inclusivity.

Maria Lawson

October 1, 2024

Tenleytown soon to welcome licensed medical cannabis store

Community leaders hope the facility’s presence will curb illegal sales to minors reported at nearby shops.

Dana Munro

September 24, 2024

George Washington University housing rules create competition for residents, students

Third-year students are no longer required to live on campus. Now, more students and area residents are searching for affordable housing options in Foggy Bottom. Tatum Oliver, a fourth-year student at George Washington...

Hannah Campbell

September 17, 2024

New development in Columbia Heights adds to affordable housing demand

A 125-unit affordable housing project, The Faircliff, is slated for a December completion after breaking ground in January last year near Euclid Street.

Lillian Juarez

September 17, 2024