Trump Pardons January 6 Rioters in First Executive Action, Sparking Outrage from Law Enforcement and Families
President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping pardon for approximately 1,500 convicted rioters, sparking outrage from law enforcement, victims’ families, and political leaders.
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Biden Pardons Marcus Garvey, Others in One of His Final Acts of Presidency
In one of his final acts in office, President Joe Biden posthumously pardoned Marcus Mosiah Garvey Jr., a seminal figure in the civil rights movement, whose…
Biden Uses Pardon Power to Guard Against Trump’s Threatened Prosecutions, Including D.C. Police Officers
President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons to Dr. Anthony Fauci, General Mark Milley, and members of the Jan. 6…
Community Cleanup at Shepherd’s Park Honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
߲ݴýians gathered in Shepherd’s Park to clean up the area and prepare for the 20th Annual Martin Luther King…
King Parade Proceeds With Changes
The MLK Holiday DC activities, led by Denise Rolark Barnes and Stuart Anderson, have been moved to the Saturday…
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Business
States Leading the Way in Racial Progress Ahead of MLK Day
WalletHub has released a report on the “States That Have Made the Most Racial Progress,” revealing that Texas has made the most progress in reducing health…
New Orleans-Based Bank President Becomes Chair of National Banking Association
Todd McDonald, president of Liberty Bank and Trust in New Orleans, has been appointed chairman of the National Bankers Association, succeeding Robert E. James II…
MCEDC President and CEO Bill Tompkins to Step Down in August
Bill Tompkins will step down as president and CEO of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation in August, with the organization seeking to build on…
Mallory Set to Lead Apartment and Office Building Association
Dr. Lisa Mallory has been appointed as the new president and CEO of the Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan ߲ݴý, effective February 10,…
MoCo Launches Two Business Funding Programs
Montgomery County has launched two funding programs, the Technology Innovation Fund and the Founders Fund, to support early-stage businesses and underrepresented entrepreneurs with a combined…
DMV
‘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 not…
What is Ozempic and is it a Viable Option For Weight-Loss Goals?
Ozempic, a prescription injection used to treat type 2 diabetes, has become popular for weight loss due to its ability to lower blood sugar levels…
Durant, Wilson, Lyles, Many DMV Athletes Secure Gold During Paris Olympics
Maryland athletes Kevin Durant, Bam Adebayo, Quincy Wilson, Noah Lyles, and Masai Russell won a total of 11 gold medals for the United States at…
Mastering the Pursuit of Property, Pursuit of Happiness, ‘Moving on Up’
Black homeownership in the U.S. is still far behind that of other racial and ethnic groups, but initiatives and programs have been implemented to increase…
Red Lobster Closes Dozens of Restaurants Nationally
Red Lobster has closed nearly 50 locations nationally, including three in the DMV, due to financial losses and the sale of their majority stake to…
Our House D.C.
Rent-to-Own: New Housing Program Offers Rent with Option to Buy
The rent-to-own model has gained traction in recent years, providing individuals with a flexible, achievable pathway to homeownership.
Redlining is Gone but Entrenched Practices Remain
In the 1930s, the federal government, states, real estate brokers, mortgage lenders, and others, engaged in a practice – redlining – that…
Bowser Admin Releases Black Homeownership Report
The Bowser Administration released a report authored by the Black Homeownership Strike Force on Oct. 3 at the Howard Theatre in Northwest…
Money Talk
Financial education series dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap.
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County Residents Decry Slow Response Times to 2025’s First Snowfall
Prince George’s County residents have criticized the slow removal of snow after last Monday’s winter storm, prompting local officials to call for action to prevent future…
Prince George’s County Political Updates
Prince George’s County candidates have received endorsements from local and national leaders, while the County Executive Candidates Forum will be held on February 1 to…
Prince George’s County Local Updates
Community Legal Services of Prince George’s County is celebrating its 40th anniversary by raising $40,000 to sustain and expand its operations, while neighboring towns of…
Prince George’s County Political Updates
State officials criticized the limited changes to the Maryland Parole Department following the murder of state parole agent Davis Martinez, while the Maryland Equitable Justice…
Prince George’s County Education Updates
State Superintendent Carey Wright is optimistic about the future of education reforms in Maryland, despite concerns raised by Gov. Wes Moore and other legislative leaders,…
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Community
Jarrod Bennett Tapped as Atlas Performing Arts Center’s New Executive Director
Jarrod Bennett has been appointed as the new executive director of the Atlas Performing Arts Center, bringing his vision for the future of the center, including…
Commanders’ Culture Transformation Drives NFC Championship Quest
The ߲ݴý Commanders stormed into the NFC Championship for the first time since the early ’90s with a compelling 45-31 victory over the Detroit Lions…
D.C. Attorney General Issues Alert on Charity Scams Connected to California Wildfire Relief Efforts
D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb has issued a consumer alert warning residents of potential scams related to California wildfire relief donations, urging them to…
Gov. Moore Proposes $2 Billion in Budget Cuts, Promotes Government Efficiency
Maryland’s projected budgetary shortfall of $3 billion has led Governor Wes Moore to propose cutting $2 billion from the state budget, while Senate President Bill…
To Patrons, Saint’s Paradise Cafeteria is Heavenly
Saint’s Paradise Cafeteria in Northwest ߲ݴý, DC offers a variety of soul food dishes and has a consistent customer base, with patrons traveling from far…
Let’s Talk
Video: “The Other Americans” with Director Ruben Santiago-Hudson
Director Ruben Santiago Hudson discusses “The Other Americans” with ߲ݴý Informer Contributing Writer; Brenda Siler. The two discuss the process of directing, casting and bringing the…
Video: What to Expect from a Second Trump Administration
As the nation prepares for a second Donald Trump presidency after a shocking election, ߲ݴý Informer staff; Stacy Brown, Micha Green and Publisher Denise Rolark…
Video: How to Maintain Holiday Traditions Through Food & Culture
Candi Dailey from the Potomac Hospitality Group speaks with Publisher, Denise Rolark Barnes, about the importance of continuing Black traditions through food and culture as…
Video: How the “Black Owned” Label affects businesses and consumers
American University Professor, Dr. Khalia Jenkins and ߲ݴý Informer Contributing Writer, Brenda Siler, speak about the emergence of businesses being labeled as “Black Owned” and…
Video: Let’s Talk – Dr. Carletta Hunt; President of the Black MBA Association DC Chapter
In this episode of Let’s Talk, Carletta Hunt, president of the Black MBA Association’s D.C. chapter, speaks with Denise Rolark Barnes about the association’s initiatives…
LIFESTyle
DMV Creators Brace for Impact: How a TikTok Ban Could Reshape the Local Content Scene
The social video-sharing platform TikTok may be banned in the U.S. on Sunday, Jan. 19, leaving influencers and content creators in the District and surrounding areas to find ways to pivot, as the ban could affect their income and community.
Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban Set to Begin Sunday
The Supreme Court has upheld a new law that could potentially shut down TikTok in the U.S. as early as Sunday, with the app’s future…
‘Where Do We Go From Here’ Presented by D.C. Public Library to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday
The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library hosted an evening of music and advocacy for justice in honor of King’s 96th birthday, featuring a performance…
Wendy Williams Speaks Out: ‘I Am Not Cognitively Impaired … I Am in Prison’
Wendy Williams made a surprise call to “The Breakfast Club” to express her frustration with her conservatorship, which she described as “emotional abuse” and called…
Divine 9 Organizations’ Celebrate January Founders’ Day, Reflect on Legacy and Values of Pioneering Leaders
The Divine Nine, the nine Black Greek letter organizations founded in January, are celebrating their institutional roots in January with a focus on leadership, social…