Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and the City Council have paused a scheduled minimum wage increase for tipped workers under Initiative 82, citing concerns about economic strain on local businesses and the city’s reliance on federal funding. While business advocates argue the law accelerates restaurant closures, many tipped workers and supporters believe the voter-approved measure is essential for fair compensation and should be upheld.
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D.C. braces for impact as federal layoffs mount; Bowser outlines support
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser hosted a town hall to address the impact of mass layoffs of federal workers on the city, with an estimated $325 million less in revenue over the next four years.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C. area
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The popular saying goes that “April showers bring May flowers,” but in the District, the month will also bring a slew of events geared toward empowerment, education and family fun. Here are are some of them: Family Fun Day Bring your children to Family Fun Day with the […]
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D.C. leaders introduce HBCU Public Service Program
By Gene LambeySpecial to the AFRO Mayor Muriel Bowser officially launched the HBCU Public Service Program on the campus of the University of the District of Columbia earlier this month on Nov. 13. The program invites graduating undergrad seniors from the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) and Howard University to apply for public […]