Local business seeks a different approach to community-business relations
First of its kind, The GoGo Museum & Cafe opened its doors at a soft launch party celebrating the history and preservation of GoGo Music and culture.
Indicted D.C. council member wins big. Now what?
The FBI recently arrested Washington D.C. councilmember Trayon White for taking money and other gifts to pressure District agencies to award contracts to businesses that provide violence interruption programs.
Bridges on the I-695 SE/SW Freeway need repairs, but residents can expect to see construction begin in 2026 at the earliest.
Residents east of the Anacostia river will have access to a wide array of health services provided by George Washington based physicians in 2024 at the new St. Elizabeth’s East hospital. Community outreach will play an...
Advocates were happy that Ward 8 residents decided on a Black Washingtonian instead. Robin McKinney won 50% of the vote.
Good Food Markets aims to bring grocery stores to low income neighborhoods, but has faced obstacles both before and during the coronavirus pandemic.
The city offers a wide range of resources for families, and “family success” centers aim to help residents navigate them better.
George Washington University and Howard University will both open new hospitals in the next six years, which the city government says will improve health-care access for D.C.’s most vulnerable residents.
Bread for the City will offer medical, dental and vision care services east of the Anacostia River for the first time in its history.
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