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

Protesters criticize Biden in march to White House in support of Palestine

Protesters took to the streets of D.C. to show support for Gaza and Palestine in the wake of a devastating war between Israel and Hamas. Thousands in Palestine and Israel have been killed and injured since last week.

Nicholas Fogleman

Dima Amro

October 14, 2023

Bipartisan group of lawmakers hold vigil for Israel at Capitol

Members of the House show rare agreement in support of Israel.

Riley Ceder

October 12, 2023

Cleveland Park residents concerned as city advances Connecticut Avenue design guidelines

The new guidelines set the framework for development in the neighborhood to support the need for affordable housing.

Daniela Lobo

October 10, 2023

‘A piece reflective of the community’: Local artist’s Doberman Mural in NoMa depicts Black Culture

Part of the NoMA in Color Annual Mural Festival, local artist Gentry Pack’s newly unveiled mural reflects the essence of the neighborhood, challenges stereotypes and evokes a sense of connection among residents.

Kaishi Chhabra

October 3, 2023

Safety top of mind ahead of 17th Street High Heel Race

The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs and Metropolitan Police have created safety plans to prepare for the unexpected at the race.

Alex Angle

October 3, 2023

Georgetown’s Museum of Failure: A success story

On display in Georgetown, the pop-up Museum of Failure is opening-up discussions around failure with its exhibit on flops from around the world

Mirika Rayaprolu

October 3, 2023

A group of young people walk toward the camera outside restaurant the Silver Diner

The Navy Yard business initiative that’s taking on crime

A small group of local businesses have banded together to create a new approach to safety. Could other areas in D.C. do the same? Navy Yard businesses say yes, but residents remain doubtful.

Madeleine Sherer

October 3, 2023

Art event looks to uplift Logan Circle economy

Small business experts and artists say creativity can be a money maker for a neighborhood in transition.

Riley Ceder

October 3, 2023

Outside the Kennedy Center with a large banner featuring a dance show.

Kennedy Center prioritizes diverse works as a leader in D.C. theater

Through free and diverse programming and participating in initiatives like D.C. Theatre Week, the Kennedy Center works to make theater accessible to the entire District. Productions and events for Theatre Washington's...

Katherine Hapgood