NNPA NEWSWIRE — Under the proposed Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act, individuals, married couples, and businesses can invest their tax dollars in a K-12, nonprofit...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — This has been the third shutdown of the federal government since President Donald J. Trump took the oath of office. However, as a...
WASHINGTON INFORMER — The indoor educational event showcases 400 years of African-American history and culture
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Airbnb Experiences are activities designed and led by inspiring locals. They go beyond typical tours or classes by immersing guests in each host’s...
The 14 semifinalists will compete before an all-star panel of judges that includes jazz pianists Monty Alexander, Joanne Brackeen, Cyrus Chestnut, Herbie Hancock, Jason Moran, Danilo...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The bank’s new commitment includes a five-year, $16 million philanthropic commitment more than triples Wells Fargo’s local giving, with a specific focus on...
WASHINGTON—The African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church’s first elected female bishop, Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie, and Stellar award-winning artist Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers, will...
This #ReproductiveJustice Day of Action coincides with a broader week of action to illuminate the devastating impact a Kavanaugh Supreme Court will have on women.
by Lisa Snowden-McCray Special to the NNPA from the St. Louis American The weather was a steamy 82 degrees on August 16 around 5 p.m. when...
(The Washington Post) – In the District, Ben’s Chili Bowl and Bill Cosby have long been linked. A mural featuring him adorns the side of the...
JESSICA GRESKO, Associated Press BEN NUCKOLS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — People in the nation’s capital no longer have to show a good reason to get...
By Barrington M. Salmon Special to the NNPA from the Washington Informer WASHINGTON (NNPA) – Growing concern for the well-being of the Walter Fauntroy and...
Special to the NNPA from the Washington Informer (NNPA) – Months into his only term as mayor, Vincent C. Gray surfaced as a central figure...
(The Washington Post) – Almost seven years ago, a troubled 11-year-old girl reported that she had been raped — twice — in her Northwest Washington neighborhood....
BEN NUCKOLS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The new mayor of the nation’s capital gave her constituents what they wanted — the ability to legally grow...
(USA Today) – Despite warnings from congressional Republicans, Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser allowed D.C.’s marijuana legalization law to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday. Rep....
Learn Ins and Outs of Adult Responsibilities by Barrington M. Salmon Special to the NNPA from The Washington Informer Camiya Penny walked around a “mall” at...
BEN NUCKOLS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The only son of Marion Barry, a onetime popular mayor of the nation’s capital who died last year, is...
(The Washington Post) – The District will be prohibited from legalizing marijuana for the much of the coming year under a spending deal reached Tuesday between...
WASHINGTON (USA Today) — Marion Barry’s long history in the civil rights movement played a key role in changing politics for African Americans — from...
by Avis Thomas-Lester and Ruben Castaneda Special to the NNPA from The Washington Informer D.C. Council member Marion S. Barry, the venerable former four-time mayor and...
Ben Nuckols, ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP) — This year’s election for mayor could end up as the most competitive in the history of the nation’s...
By Marc Morial NNPA Columnist “You can kill a man, but you can’t kill an idea.” – Slain Civil Rights leader, Medgar Evers When President...
