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

‘A fast-food desert’: New York Ave. McDonald’s may close soon amid housing boom in NoMa

In NoMa, the looming closure of a familiar fast-food spot sparks community concerns. Some residents, accustomed to its affordability, fear the impact on daily life. A major real estate player's redevelopment plans add...

Kaishi Chhabra

December 5, 2023

Americans adopt financial strategies to avoid sliding into debt

FTC recommends making a list of expenses to determine unnecessary spending.

Sanjana Feroz

December 4, 2023

Losing a Michelin star spurs new motivation at Cranes

The restaurant is refining its menu and reimagining dishes in a push for excellence.

Oliver Ward

December 2, 2023

Lawmakers face uncertain path for aid to Israel, Ukraine

Republicans and Democrats are split multiple ways on foreign aid and its tie to the budget. Some prefer conditions before voting on a $105 billion Biden package for all additional foreign aid, including border security.

Dima Amro

Katherine Hapgood

Mirika Rayaprolu

December 1, 2023

Prayer vigil and peaceful protest for Palestinians staged during National Christmas Tree lighting

A group of about 30 people gathered at the Ellipse to call for peace in Palestine.

Madeleine Sherer

November 30, 2023

AU students march for greater access to emergency contraceptives on campus

American University students are demanding the university provide vending machines that dispense emergency contraceptives.

Mirika Rayaprolu

November 30, 2023

Montgomery County Public Schools brace for high precipitation winter

As meteorologists predict up to 40 inches of snowfall this winter, Montgomery County residents voice concerns regarding county snow-clearing infrastructure and school cancellation policies.

Ben Baker

November 29, 2023

UDC’s New Free Master’s in Social Work: A Response to D.C.’s Social Worker Shortage

D.C. Council signs a bill that will create a free Master's in Social Work at UDC, to address the city's pressing social worker shortage amid rising homelessness.

Julia Mouketo

November 28, 2023

Metro police department car sits outside Jackson Reed High School in Tenleytown

Crime is rising in Georgetown and civic groups want the District to act

The Metropolitan Police Department reports that crime in the neighborhood is up 27%. That increase is mainly due to an increase in robbery, theft, and vehicle theft

Mirika Rayaprolu

November 28, 2023

Image of construction site on St. Elmo Avenue

Business employees face parking issues amid construction

Parking issues plague Bethesda's Elmo Avenue due to new apartment construction. Neighborhood businesses and residents complain construction workers are taking over the downtown parking garage, leaving few open options.

Siddhi Mahatole

November 28, 2023

Ahead of looming shutdown, VOA fights to be heard

The Wash

‘A fast-food desert’: New York Ave. McDonald’s may close soon amid housing boom in NoMa

Americans adopt financial strategies to avoid sliding into debt

Losing a Michelin star spurs new motivation at Cranes

Lawmakers face uncertain path for aid to Israel, Ukraine

Prayer vigil and peaceful protest for Palestinians staged during National Christmas Tree lighting

AU students march for greater access to emergency contraceptives on campus

Montgomery County Public Schools brace for high precipitation winter

UDC’s New Free Master’s in Social Work: A Response to D.C.’s Social Worker Shortage

Crime is rising in Georgetown and civic groups want the District to act

Business employees face parking issues amid construction

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