Sheila Carr, an education advocate, is pushing for increased funding for the DCPS Reading Clinic to provide teachers with the tools to help students struggling with dyslexia, while education officials celebrate gains in reading and math proficiency since the pandemic. The post Longtime Literacy Advocate Sheila Carr Looks to the New School Year appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
DCPS and public charter schools in Washington, D.C., have banned student cellphone use during the school day, sparking concerns from students, parents and educators about the lack of engagement and trust, as well as the logistical challenges of enforcing the ban. The post DCPS Phone Ban: Brace for Impact appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
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 to increased health risks and financial strain. The post Rising Energy Costs Devastate Black Families in Washington, D.C. appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
Howard University students are turning to GoFundMe to cover tuition and fees due to a $64 million cut in federal funding and limited access to financial aid, while students are calling for changes in the university's financial aid and bursar offices. The post Students Navigate Challenges with Howard University Financial Services appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
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 or shotguns, sparking unease in African American and other minority communities in the District. The post Trump Administration Ends Rifle Prosecutions, D.C. Black Residents Fear Impact appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
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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 to be dismantled, targeting the city's Black residents who make up 82.5% of the unhoused population. The post Trump’s Crackdown on D.C. Homelessness Targets Black Residents Despite Declining Numbers appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
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 first Black female general in the U.S. Army and featuring a minority-owned hardware store, with the help of TD Bank's unique finance structure. The post The Hazel and Hazel’s Hardware Set for The Parks at Walter Reed appeared first on The Washington Informer.| The Washington Informer
Discover the surprising presence of Black Americans in Scotland and the challenges they face in a predominantly white country.| The Washington Informer
New report warns that federal investments aimed at economic opportunity for Black communities are under threat as diversity and inclusion provisions are eliminated.| The Washington Informer
Save Our Museum committee formed to preserve Anacostia Community Museum amid funding cuts. Concerns over loss of a local cultural hub.| The Washington Informer
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser proposes defunding the move of the District of Columbia Archives to the University of the District of Columbia.| The Washington Informer
Discover Pepco's energy-saving programs and tips to reduce your summer energy bills. Learn about energy efficiency programs and digital tools.| The Washington Informer
Discover the inspiring journey of recent graduates from The Washington School for Girls, who are heading to prestigious high schools across the U.S.| The Washington Informer
Trump's planned birthday parade in Washington, D.C. has sparked outrage and unprecedented protests across the nation.| The Washington Informer
The Trump administration has removed at least 500 migrant children from their homes, raising concerns about child welfare and immigration policies.| The Washington Informer
U.S. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton criticizes Republican bills targeting D.C.'s local governance, calling them 'paternalistic' and undemocratic.| The Washington Informer
Explore the real impact of Trump's policies on marginalized communities, as the public feud with Musk distracts from the administration's sweeping policies.| The Washington Informer