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51 Steps Toward a Unified Nation: D.C. Pilot App Revives 250 Years of D.C., National History Through Augmented Reality
51 Steps to Freedom, the world's largest outdoor museum, is an immersive AR walking tour that brings untold stories of…
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Credit Counseling Foundation Announces ‘Life Beyond Debt’ Program
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling has launched the "Life Beyond Debt" program, a comprehensive initiative designed to help individuals…
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2nd Annual RAMMYS Honors Celebrates Trailblazers in the Restaurant Industry, Highlights Power of Hospitality
The second annual RAMMYS Honors celebrated the bravery, resilience, and determination of local restaurant and beverage industry innovators, with honorees…
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Asbury United Methodist Calls New Senior Pastor: The Rev. Dr. Ron Bell
The Rev. Dr. Ron Bell, a seasoned pastor and author, has begun his tenure at the historic African American congregation,…
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Diddy Could Remain Behind Bars for Months Despite Acquittal on Major Charges
Cheers rang out from fans gathered outside the Manhattan courthouse after Sean “Diddy” Combs was acquitted of the most serious…
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Haitians Face Deportation as U.S. Terminates Temporary Protected Status
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Friday that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti will be terminated effective September 2,…
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Once Troubled, Now Triumphant: Compton Unified Sets New Standard in Student Success
(How one district rewrote its narrative delivering $4.1M in scholarships and soaring graduation rates) With more than $4.1 million in…
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City of Los Angeles Honors Dr. Judith McAllister
In a stirring tribute as part of its 2025 Black Music Month observance, the Los Angeles City Council honored Dr.…
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Gabrielle Union Gets Candid About Money, Sacrifice, and Inequity in Hollywood
At the recent American Black Film Festival in Miami, Gabrielle Union shared some sobering insights on the financial realities of…
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Washington Nationals Fire GM Mike Rizzo, Manager Dave Martinez
The Washington Nationals have fired longtime President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez in…
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Debt and Lower Savings Leave Black Americans Behind in Retirement Readiness
Black Americans continue to face challenges in saving for retirement due to debt and access to financial advice and planning,…
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MAGA Fury Erupts Over Epstein Cover-Up: Did Trump’s DOJ Bury the Names to Protect Their Own?
MAGA influencers are questioning why the Justice Department and FBI announced there is no Epstein client list, despite years of…
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Nationals’ Gore and Wood Named to All-Star Game
MacKenzie Gore and James Wood have been selected to represent the Washington Nationals in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in…
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Measles Cases Reported in D.C., Maryland, Virginia as Johns Hopkins Team Deploys Outbreak Tools
CORI, a Johns Hopkins Center for Outbreak Response Innovation, is providing health departments with analytical platforms, outbreak simulation tools, and…
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Trump’s Massive Bill Turns America Into a Police State
Trump's new spending measure aims to dismantle central pillars of the American social safety net and create the most expansive…
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After the Parades: As Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Surge, Advocates Emphasize Pride Beyond June
LGBTQ+ advocates are calling for year-round support and activism to continue the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equity, as the…
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Jammin’, Eat Cue’ Dominate Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle
Thousands of people gathered at the 33rd Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle on Pennsylvania Avenue NW to enjoy good…
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Amid Juneteenth Celebrations, DMV Area Honors Black Baseball Legacy
The Washington Nationals celebrated Juneteenth by honoring legendary Negro Leagues player Josh Gibson, discussing the importance of preserving Black baseball…
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UDC to Offer Concentration in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
The University of the District of Columbia will offer a concentration in artificial intelligence and robotics in the fall, supported…
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D.C.’s AWS Summit Attracts Thousands to Its Workshops and Expo
Thousands attended the AWS Summit in Washington, D.C. to learn about the benefits of cloud computing and AI, including Renee…
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6-26-2025 Informer Edition
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Celebrating the Roots and Rising: CHACC’s Juneteenth Gala Marks a Milestone
Congress Heights Arts and Culture Center celebrated its 10th anniversary with a fundraising gala themed "Soufside Strong: Survival by Design",…
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Norton Pushes for Go-Go Tribute While Reelection Questions Persist
Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton has introduced legislation to rename a post office in Northeast D.C. in honor of Chuck Brown,…
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World Refugee Day Workshop Spotlights Lived Experiences to Foster Empathy, Peacebuilding
Refugee advocacy organizations such as Noir United International and N&Y Creative Solutions are working to raise awareness of the global…
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