Joshua Sun
Kendall Staton
Terrance Williams
Anastasia Menchyk
SNAP benefits are threatened amid the longest federal government shutdown in history. Community organizations are scrambling to meet the rising demand to help families survive through uncertain times.
Ellen Tannor
Luisa Clausen
LHowardDemocratic wins deepen divisions on shutdown
Democratic candidates pulled off swift election day wins in New York City, Virginia and New Jersey amid the longest federal government shutdown in American history. Still, both parties are refusing to take the blame for...
Kordell Martin
Isabel Del MastroBeyond ‘Packing the Courthouse’: D.C.’s long road to self-governance
After packing the court in protest of federal overreach, Free DC, a grassroot organization advocating D.C. statehood, is dialing up political pressure and building a resistance movement to reimagine a democracy through...
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.
Organizations planned Dia de los Muertos celebration without concern for ICE
Organizations partnered with The Wharf said they had no concerns about participant safety while planning the celebration.
Adams Morgan PorchFest continues to flourish
More bands and businesses participated in Adams Morgan Porchfest this past weekend compared to previous years.
The West End: Lots of convenience, but little connection
The West End looks picture-perfect — clean, calm and convenient — yet residents describe a quieter struggle: building community in a neighborhood where comfort often replaces connection.
Yi Ya (Becky) TsengOpen Piano hits all the right notes on U Street
A refurbished Yamaha piano — and the community around it. Open Piano at The Saloon on U Street offers a no-cost space for pianists.
Kelly DoyleRepublican chefs serve politics over easy as Virginia race nears finish
Twenty-four American University students fanned out across Virginia to take the pulse of the commonwealth last weekend, just ahead of the closely watched gubernatorial race. The students in the Battleground: Virginia...
Wash staffObama shows up for Spanberger in governor hopeful’s last-minute rally of Va. faithful
Twenty-four American University students fanned out across Virginia to take the pulse of the commonwealth last weekend, just ahead of the closely watched gubernatorial race. The students in the Battleground: Virginia...
At Howard’s homecoming, students and alumni note progress, continued struggles
While alumni and administrators at Howard University are excited about the progress the university has made, current students note persistent problems, such as access to food on campus.
MoCo Parents push back on proposed school boundaries
The school system unveiled multiple proposals for the new attendance zones earlier this month. Parents say the new boundaries backstep on promises.
C&O Canal awakens as Georgetown prepares for boat tours’ return
After more than two years of waiting, residents are looking forward to the return of boat tours on the historic C&O Canal next spring.
Electric vehicle charging stations may come to Adams Morgan soon
An electric vehicle curbside charging company teams with the D.C. Department of Transportation to install charging stations throughout the District. Residents wonder how successful the potential charging stations in...
Future of GEICO headquarters under discussion
The former headquarters rests on 26 acres. Montgomery County officials are discussing the possible future of the site, taking residents’ voices into consideration.
The complicated relationship of Black Women and the ‘No Kings’ movement
Some Black women are opting out of protests after feeling unheard in the 2024 presidential election.
“We will not cooperate!” Washington says ‘No Kings’ again to Donald Trump
Thousands flood the streets of Washington, D.C., on Sunday, marching toward Capitol Hill to protest what they call the Trump administration’s abuse of presidential power. They rally to defend the Constitution and civil...
Barnes & Noble returns to Downtown D.C. after a decade
The bookstore chain will return to Penn Quarter in January, reflecting a renewed interest in in-person book shopping.
