Wilson Set to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Million Man March, Revive Unifest
The Rev. Willie F. Wilson is leading the effort to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Million Man March and bring back Unifest, an annual Black cultural event, in Southeast Washington, D.C., in October.
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Hurricane Katrina 20th Anniversary Highlights Growing Risks as FEMA Funding Declines聽
Hurricane Katrina caused nearly 1,400 deaths, displaced millions, and caused $125 billion in damage, and now 20 years later, FEMA is being dismantled, funding is being鈥
Power of the Pulpit: Preachers Use Influence and Gospel to Fight Trump
Faith leaders nationwide are using their influence to fight against Trump and Republican politicians’ assault on civil rights, as鈥
Rohulamin Quander, Retired Judge and Family Historian, Dies at 81
Rohulamin Quander, a retired judge, family historian, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. member, died at the age of鈥
D.C. Native Spurs New Shaw Hotel
Evens Charles, founder and CEO of Frontier Development & Hospitality Group LLC, has acquired the Hyatt Hotel Washington DC鈥
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Business
Howard University is the No. 1 HBCU on LinkedIn
LinkedIn has released its inaugural Top College rankings, naming Howard University as the top historically Black college and university (HBCU) based on data analysis of job鈥
Packing With Purpose: How REUZE is Reinventing the Way We Move聽
REUZE is a sustainable moving company that offers environmentally friendly products to rent, such as reusable boxes, biodegradable bubble wrap, and packing peanuts, to reduce鈥
The Hazel and Hazel’s Hardware Set for The Parks at Walter Reed
Two African American developers are building “The Hazel,” a 18,000-square-foot redevelopment at The Parks at Walter Reed in Northwest D.C., named in honor of the鈥
PRocon 2025 Set for Aug. 23 at Howard University
PRocon 2025, an annual conference for public relations, marketing, media and communications professionals, will take place on August 23 at Howard University’s Armour J. Blackburn鈥
Trump’s 401(k) Gamble Puts Black Retirement Security at Risk
President Donald Trump’s push to open 401(k) retirement plans to high-risk assets could shift more risk to workers, particularly those without substantial wealth or investment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
Our House D.C.
Spring Cleaning Offers Opportunity to Purge, Live Clutter Free
The Eastland Gardens Civic Association is hosting a neighborhood-wide yard sale to encourage neighbors to get rid of unwanted items and keep鈥
Homeowners Can Stay on Top of Real Property Tax Payment, Issues withDC鈥檚 Office of Tax
The District’s Office of Tax and Revenue is available year-round to assist residents and businesses with real property tax, provide tax credit鈥
As One Study Reports Rise in Home Foreclosures, Government Programs Offer Alternatives to Losing Homes
Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Department serves as an advocate to renters and homeowners facing foreclosure, providing resources and support to help them鈥
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Prince George鈥檚 County
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 to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
Prince George’s County Local Updates
Prince George’s County leaders are celebrating the cancellation of the proposed Maglev train project, which was estimated to cost billions of dollars and have a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
In D.C., Obesity Drugs Out of Reach for Many Despite Growing Awareness
A recent KFF Health Tracking Poll found that affordability is a major barrier to access to GLP-1 medications, with more than half of adults who鈥
Rising Energy Costs Devastate Black Families in Washington, D.C.
African American households spend a disproportionately large share of their income on energy bills due to older, less energy-efficient housing and lower homeownership rates, leading鈥
Trump Administration Ends Rifle Prosecutions, D.C. Black Residents Fear Impact
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has announced that her office will no longer pursue felony charges against individuals in Washington, D.C., solely for carrying registered rifles鈥
Trump’s Crackdown on D.C. Homelessness Targets Black Residents Despite Declining Numbers
Despite a decrease in homelessness in Washington, D.C., since 2019, the Trump administration has sent the National Guard into the streets and ordered homeless encampments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
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 28-31
The DMV is hosting a variety of events this weekend, from DC JazzFest Downtown and Black Business Month Soiree to Art Place at Fort Totten, the DC Festival of Magic, African Art and Fashion Fusion, the NLLHOF East-West Vintage Baseball Game, and a celebration鈥
Chris Barnes: DMV Hometown Virtuoso and Grammy-Nominated Visionary
Chris Barnes, a two-time Grammy nominated artist, producer and pianist from Mitchellville, Maryland, has quietly shaped the soundscape of contemporary R&B and soul, working with鈥
Scrumptious Food Served With a Side Order of Joy Is What You Will Find at Marcus DC
Marcus DC, a new restaurant from Chef Marcus Samuelsson, offers diners a taste of African American cuisine with dishes such as Roasted Rockfish, Praline Coconut鈥
Nigerian Shawarma Captures Taste Buds in Downtown Silver Spring
Laud Shawarma, a Nigerian restaurant in Silver Spring, Maryland, offers a unique menu of shawarmas, jollof rice, sweet potato fries, and refreshing Nigerian drinks, all鈥
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 21-24
This weekend in the DMV area is packed with creative wellness series, arts and culture festivals, and opportunities to explore the legacy of Black arts鈥