For more than 50 years, Dr. Bernida L. Thompson, with the help of several conscientious mamas and babas, has provided an African-centered education for hundreds of Black children who’ve walked through the halls of Roots Activity Learning Center and Roots Public Charter School.| The Washington Informer
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District of Columbia sues Trump administration over unlawful deployment of National Guard troops, alleging threat to local self-government.| The Washington Informer
D.C. mayor announces new labor agreement with police union, providing pay increases and initiatives to boost recruitment and retention.| The Washington Informer
D.C. Mayor Bowser criticized for handing Trump control of MPD, eroding city's autonomy and endangering communities. Local leaders push back.| The Washington Informer
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen introduces bill to strip president of authority over D.C. National Guard, giving mayor same power as governors.| The Washington Informer
The Smithsonian faces criticism as Trump demands oversight of its exhibitions, raising concerns about the preservation of accurate American history.| The Washington Informer
Pepco Holdings appoints Amber Perry as VP of Governmental and External Affairs, overseeing state strategies and stakeholder relationships.| The Washington Informer
Discover the legacy and impact of D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton as she fights for D.C. home rule and statehood, despite facing opposition.| The Washington Informer
Washington, D.C., is aiming to transform into an entertainment hub under Mayor Bowser's leadership to boost the city's economy and cultural vibrancy.| The Washington Informer
Roots Public Charter School in D.C. provides African-centered education to empower Black children and build communities of resilience.| The Washington Informer
Labor Day protests in D.C. demand livable wages, safe workplaces, and the right to unionize, reflecting historical workers' rights movements.| 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