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Kahindo Musungira
“Home is here” DACA protestors rally outside the Supreme Court
Protestors took to the steps of the Supreme Court to share their stories as Justices deliberated the fate of DACA.
Maya McKenzie
GW partners to improve healthcare access in Southeast DC
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...
Megan Ruggles
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
How DC youth are adjusting to online counseling during the pandemic
Eight months into the pandemic and Columbia Heights’ Latin American Youth Center has seen an increase in its youth enrollment in counseling services. The Wash spoke with four people connected to the center to better...
Zoë Watkins
Bowser likely to win DC Mayor. But three opponents are taking her on.
In heavily Democratic Washington, D.C., three other candidates approach the city from a variety of views.
Ron Simon III
Frustration mounts in Dupont Circle after another child gets hit around Ross Elementary
Two children have been hit crossing streets near Ross Elementary since the District Department of Transportation created the Safe Routes to School Plan in 2020.
Alex Angle
Capital One Arena set to wrap up Phase 1 of renovation
Capital One Arena is preparing to wrap up the first phase of its multi-year renovation, setting the stage for a more visible and construction-heavy next phase.
Luisa Clausen
Oldest Church in Georgetown looks to preserve past, prepare for future with restoration plan
Georgetown Lutheran Church wants to address ADA issues, restore its 1914 bell tower, and better manage stormwater.
Maya Smith
Navigating a foreign process: Students abroad cast their ballots in 2024 elections
Study abroad students experience the challenges of voting absentee overseas.
Wash staff