Alyia Gaskins’ upcoming inauguration as Alexandria’s first black woman mayor marks racial progress. But policies, especially those affecting housing, still reflect Alexandria’s deep-rooted and troubled racial history.
Hajar AboueddahabD.C. breaks porch piracy records. Here’s what you can do to protect your packages
With 2 million package theft incidents last year and financial losses totaling $231 million in D.C. alone, Washingtonians grapple with ways to deter porch pirates.
Natalia Quintana-FelicianoRestaurant owners worry mass deportation of immigrants could devastate the industry
President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a policy of mass deportation as a top priority, but the restaurant industry is worried about what happens if migrants were to disappear from the labor pool.
Asia McGillD.C. artists demand action to protect creative spaces amid rising costs
The increase of arts districts in D.C. has ignited an ongoing battle for space and resources. As neighborhoods gentrify, visual artists and musicians in the region say that these districts, which were supposed to...
Jordan ThorntonFrom online school to in-person work: pandemic-era students prepare to enter the workforce
Students who attended high school through a laptop prepare to graduate from college at the same time companies they’re applying to are shifting back to in-person requirements. Are these students ready?
Josie AnsbacherAmerican University accused of disability accommodation shortcomings
Some American University students ponder legal action for accessibility shortfalls.
Grace ApostolBusinesses, residents react to competing D.C. holiday market sales
While the Dupont Circle market is smaller than the Downtown market, the foot traffic and business sales have been better than expected. As D.C. residents race to complete their holiday shopping, the competition between...
Hannah Campbell“Grounded” brings plant wellness, and community focus to a changing Anacostia
Local business seeks a different approach to community-business relations
Todd St HillA new chapter for Alexandria’s homeless: Carpenter’s Shelter unveils renovated community shelter
An open house on Wednesday afternoon lets the public see renovations to aid unhoused persons in the region.
Zaid MastouShooting involving Arlington police at Rosslyn Metro Station
The police department said the shooting involved an Arlington County police officer inside the station near the exit to N. Moore Street. Police report a suspect was wounded in an officer-involved shooting late Tuesday...
Car theft down in Bethesda-Chevy Chase due to drone Initiative
Community members and leaders reflect on past crime trends and how current initiatives combat future spikes.
Local prodigy turned national icon
“I let out the biggest scream. This day, Dominica got its first-ever Olympic medal, and it just so happens to be gold.”
Tayo Ojewunmi-Ojo