Category: Washington D.C. News

D.C. resident Ronald Johnson was happy with the reopening of the Rhode Island Avenue Metrorail station on Sept. 4 following its closure on Sept. 1 for safety concerns. However, he and many of the riders using the station remain reluctant about the overall safety of the system. “It is important to ensure the safety of […]

A daytime shooting left a boy dead and one man in critical condition after being struck by gunfire in an Anacostia neighborhood on Sept. 1, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Early in the afternoon around 2:19 p.m. authorities responded to the crime scene in the 1900 block of 16th Street, SE. Police said they […]

The MetroStage began its 2016-2017 season with Blackberry Daze, a musical adaptation from a bestselling novel by Ruth P. Watson. The play that began on Sept. 1 and will run until Oct. 9 is featured at the MetroStage venue, 1201 North Royal Street. The play will feature TC Carson, most notably known for his role […]

On Sept. 9 at 6 p.m., the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) is scheduled to present a panel of distinguished speakers discussing the importance of Carter G. Woodson’s courage and vision. The event will be held at the The Blackburn Center at Howard University, 2397 6th St NW. The […]

D.C. Chancellor Kaya Henderson will be leaving her job at the end of September and the administration of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser wants to make sure that the public has input into the selection of her permanent successor. On Aug. 30, 139 residents from throughout the District gathered into the atrium of the Roosevelt High […]

The Metropolitan Police Department is searching for suspects involved in a shooting in Northeast D.C. on Aug. 26 that resulted in a double homicide, according to police reports. Around 11:33 p.m., police responded to the scene of a fatal shooting in the 300 block of 34th Street, NE. Police said Raeshard Blue, 40, and Treyvon […]

Students in the District of Columbia public and charter school systems are showing improvement in math and English Language Arts, according to results of a standardized test in the second year of use. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D), joined by Deputy Mayor for Education Jennie Niles, D.C. State Superintendent of Education Hanseul Kang, D.C. Schools […]

A large crowd gathered for the National Action Network (NAN) gun control laws reform rally at the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) headquarters.  Protesters began marching to the NRA from Folger Park in Southeast Washington D.C. Area residents gathered at a National Action Network gun control rally in Southeast D.C. on Aug. 27. (Photo by Linda […]

Oil About You will be hosting an event on Sept. 1 at 1410 Kingstream Drive at 7 p.m. The event is a workshop for people who want to use essential oils to improve their overall health. Essential oils are open to all ages, can be used as natural alternatives to harsh over-the-counter medications, and can […]

N Natural Hair Studio will be hosting a model call for the 2016 Naturalista Hair Show. The event is scheduled to be held on Sept. 3 at the studio, 11207 Lockwood Drive #B, at 5:30 p.m. All models with natural hair are able to attend, and are encouraged to bring a headshot and resume. For […]

The start of the 2016 Labor Day Capital Concert, an annual concert that is located on the west lawn of the U.S. Capital, will be held on Sept. 4 at 8 p.m. Gates are scheduled to open at 3 p.m. for an open rehearsal at 3:30 p.m. The concert is free of charge and has […]

D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson is paying for haircuts for D.C. public and charter school students who have made prior arrangements. On Aug. 28, Mendelson, a Democrat, will be present at the Davis Barber and Beauty Supply shop located on Livingston Road, S.E. in Ward 8 from 12-1 p.m. The barbers at the shop will cut […]