Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Announces Reelection Bid
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced his reelection bid and ruled out a run for the presidency, touting his accomplishments in reducing crime and passing a balanced budget, while criticizing Trump’s policies and urging Democrats to act with urgency.
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Prince George’s Residents Speak Out Against Proposed Landover Data Center
Prince George’s County residents and organizers are outraged over the proposed construction of a $5 billion data center at the former Landover Mall site, citing potential鈥
Homeownership Costs Hit Record Highs, Census Bureau Reports
The financial strain of owning or renting a home in the U.S. reached historic levels in 2024, with median鈥
Charlie Kirk’s Killer Remains Free, Critics Blame Trump, Patel Chaos
Charlie Kirk’s assassin remains at large due to President Donald Trump’s broken government, which has diverted the FBI away鈥
Identifying the Value Gap: An Opportunity for Growth
Organizations can close the value gap by listening to stakeholders, tailoring services to their needs, and communicating the measurable鈥
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Business
Business Leaders Have Mixed Reviews on National Guard in D.C.
The National Guard presence in Washington, D.C., has been met with mixed reactions from business owners, some of whom feel safer and have not been affected,鈥
Why Wills and Trusts Matter in the Fight for Generational Wealth
Constance Carter, founder of California’s largest independent Black-owned real estate firm, emphasizes the importance of estate planning, such as life insurance, wills, and living trusts,鈥
Robert F. Smith Tells Virginia Union to ‘Lead Boldly’
Robert F. Smith, founder, chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, visited Virginia Union University to discuss his book “Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Dr.鈥
Study: Homes Sales in Prince George’s County Slow Down in July
Prince George’s County home sales cooled in July, reflecting both the usual summer slowdown and buyers waiting for further mortgage rate relief, while home values鈥
D.C. Sues Bitcoin ATM Operator Athena Over Fraud, Hidden Fees Targeting the Elderly
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb filed a lawsuit against Athena Bitcoin, Inc. for knowingly profiting from scams that overwhelmingly target elderly residents in the District鈥
DMV
Zenith Gallery to Showcase ‘Women Artists of the DMV’
The Zenith Gallery in Northwest Washington will present “Women Artists of the DMV” from Sept. 5 through Oct. 18, featuring works by more than 400 women鈥
Knowledge is Power: Tools for Today’s Housing Market
The 最新麻豆影音视频 has provided a guide to inspire, educate and steer readers in the direction of property ownership, offering insights on foreclosure prevention, investing鈥
Homeownership Events in the DMV
DMV residents interested in learning more about homeownership can attend a variety of workshops and conferences offered by local agencies across the region, providing support鈥
‘Sacred Spaces’ Reimagines African American Heritage With A Year-Round Tribute to Black Culture
Jabari Jefferson’s first solo exhibition, “Sacred Spaces”, is a mixed media art piece that honors African American heritage and culture, featuring sustainable technology, community installations,鈥
‘Dance Like There’s Black People Watching’ is a Hilarious, Timely Show That Offers Tons of Laughs, Reality Checks and Healing
Second City’s “Dance Like There’s Black People Watching” is a hilarious and thought-provoking show that offers a large dose of reality and healing, and is鈥
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George鈥檚 County
Retired MLB Players Discuss Black Baseball, Striving For Goals
The Negro League Legends Hall of Fame held an event to discuss the history of the Negro Leagues, celebrate African-Americans in baseball, and discuss goals for鈥
Prince George’s Goes Back to School: Excel Academy Announces Closure; New Schools Break Ground; Durant Center Hosts Event
Excel Academy Public Charter School in Landover, Maryland, announced its closure after nearly 20 years due to enrollment declines and financial difficulties, leaving 500 students鈥
Prince George’s County Home Sales Cool in July After Nine-Month Growth Streak
Prince George’s County home sales declined in July, ending a nine-month streak of steady growth, as buyers held off on purchases while waiting for mortgage鈥
Strike Force 311 Aims to Tackle Long-Standing Service Requests
County Executive Aisha Braveboy has launched Strike Force 311, an initiative to address over 13,000 backlogged service requests in the county’s PGC311 system, with the鈥
Prince George’s County Political Updates: Maryland Legislators Consider Mid-Decade Redistricting Ahead of Midterm
Maryland is responding to Republican efforts to redistrict in order to bolster the Republican majority in Congress by introducing legislation and ballot measures to expand鈥
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Community
The Cost of Sitting on the Fence vs. the Commitment to Get Started
Commitment and action lead to growth, so don’t wait for the perfect moment to act and choose to make the move to be part of what’s鈥
Spirituality, Family Define Million Man March, Unifest Reboot
The Rev. Willie Wilson and community leaders are celebrating the 30th Anniversary Million Man March and the rebirth of Unifest, emphasizing the importance of unity鈥
During Second Trump Presidency, Union Wesley AME Zion Church Stands Up for Community
Union Wesley AME Zion Church held its annual Unity in the Community event, connecting residents to resources and providing health screenings, educational opportunities, and civic鈥
Trump’s D.C. Police Takeover Reaches Its End, But Federal Presence Remains
President Donald Trump’s 30-day emergency order giving him direct control over Washington, D.C.’s police is set to expire, but the effects of the order are鈥
Demonstrators Respond to ‘Paid Protesters’ Claim, Call for ‘Free D.C.’
On Sept. 6, over 10,000 demonstrators from diverse backgrounds took to the streets of D.C. to protest against the federal law enforcement surge, ICE arrests,鈥
Let’s Talk
Video: GWBCC on Why Black Business Is the Backbone of D.C. | Best of The DMV
Aisha Bond鈥擯resident of the Greater Washington Black Chamber of Commerce and lifelong Washingtonian鈥攕hares why the Chamber is proud to be a 2025 nominee in the Best鈥
Video: Sankofa Blends Books, Coffee, and Culture | Best of The DMV Spotlight
We stopped by Sankofa Video, Books & Caf茅 鈥 a D.C. landmark with a story as rich as its community ties. Sankofa didn鈥檛 start as鈥
Video: Best of The DMV Spotlight on Here鈥檚 the Scoop and Its Neighborhood Mission
At Here鈥檚 the Scoop in Washington, D.C., owner Karen Sellers serves up more than ice cream. She鈥檚 creating a neighborhood space where everyone feels welcome鈥
Video: Aisha Braveboy Talks Elevating Prince George鈥檚 County | Let鈥檚 Talk
In this Let鈥檚 Talk interview, Prince George鈥檚 County Executive Aisha Braveboy outlines her vision for elevating the county鈥攆ocusing on public safety, business growth, education, and鈥
Video: Inside Wanda鈥檚 on 7th鈥擜 Community Staple | Best of The DMV
Wanda鈥檚 on 7th is more than just a barbershop鈥攊t鈥檚 a barbershop, beauty salon, and spa that serves as a cornerstone of community connection in Washington,鈥
LIFESTyle
Actor-Activist Samuel Lee Fudge Continues to Uphold Garvey Legacy
Actor-activist Samuel Lee Fudge has created a short film, “Mosiah,” depicting the 1923 court trial of Marcus Mosiah Garvey, in order to energize those still waving the red, black and green flag of global African nationhood and to address long-persisting misconceptions of Garvey.
March On! Festival Returns to D.C. With a Focus on Health and Civil Rights
The March On! Festival, the nation’s longest-running civil rights film festival, will take place in Washington, D.C. from Sept. 15-21, featuring film screenings, discussion panels,鈥
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 11-14
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this weekend, from immersive art experiences and Caribbean culture celebrations to mental health discussions and entrepreneurship opportunities鈥
Luzia Brings Mexico’s Magic to Tysons
Cirque du Soleil’s Luzia is a surreal and magical production inspired by Mexico, featuring stunning acrobatics, set designs, costumes and a unique rain curtain, with鈥
New Smithsonian Memo Demonstrates a Fight with Trump over American History
The Smithsonian Institution has launched an internal review of its programming in response to a White House directive, which has drawn criticism from scholars, curators,鈥