Wells Fargo is modernizing 130 branches in the Washington, D.C., area as part of its District-by-District Branch Transformation program, a multi-year effort to revamp 4,000 branches nationwide. The initiative blends technology upgrades with in-person services, aiming to strengthen branches as hubs for financial guidance, relationship-building and community engagement.
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Posted inBaltimore News
Harlem Globetrotters celebrate a century of entertainment in D.C. before Baltimore stop
By Jonathan ForneySpecial to the AFRO The iconic starred and striped uniforms of the Harlem Globetrotters are almost as well-known as their trick shots and high-flying dunks. Founded in 1926, the organization played their first game under the Harlem Globetrotter name on Jan. 7, 1927. As the organization begins to celebrate 100 years, entertaining audiences […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority returns to D.C. for 57th National Convention
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. hosted its 57th National Convention in Washington, D.C., drawing more than 20,000 members to the city where it was founded in 1913. The five-day event celebrated over 111 years of sisterhood, scholarship and service, and featured public meetings, civic engagement and educational forums focused on issues impacting the Black community.
Posted inCommentary
Following the illegal bombing in Iran, impeachment is the only answer
By D.C. Representative Oye Owolewa President Donald Trump carried out an unconstitutional act of war on June 21 without Congressional approval. For this reason, Congress must launch an impeachment inquiry. We Americans have been lied to for the past couple of decades. We have been told that the United States couldn’t afford free college education […]
Posted inD.C. Community
Ask A D.C. Native: What do you wish more people did to be better neighbors?
By India KeaThe 51st D.C.’s unique energy is distinctive and palpable — each neighborhood tells its own story and celebrates a wide array of identities. Many people have weighed in on what it means to be a good neighbor in the District, offering tips that help make this city of quadrants feel like a single, […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
DC to host historic 50th anniversary Pride and WorldPride 2025 amid rising challenges
Washington, D.C. will celebrate 50 years of Pride with an unprecedented three-week event, coinciding with WorldPride 2025 and themed “The Fabric of Freedom,” highlighting the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience and global solidarity. Despite political setbacks and funding withdrawals, organizers remain steadfast in their mission to celebrate progress, amplify visibility, and defend hard-won rights at a pivotal moment for the community.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. gets ‘F’ for air quality in 2025 State of the Air Report
Washington, D.C., received an “F” in the 2025 State of the Air Report, reflecting a recent decline in air quality and an uptick in unhealthy air days. While city officials noted that rare events like the 2023 Canadian wildfires impacted the results, health experts continue to express concern about the long-term effects of air pollution, particularly on vulnerable communities.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Soulful country duo, The War and Treaty, set to hit Howard Theatre stage
War and Treaty will bring their genre-blending mix of soul, country and rock to Washington, D.C.’s Howard Theatre on April 11 as part of their Plus One Tour. Known for their emotionally-charged performances, the husband-and-wife team says the show is a space for healing, joy and connection—”a family reunion” where fans will “leave lighter than you came
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Ask A D.C. Native: Should I raise kids in D.C.?
D.C. is a diverse city with cultures from all over the world and opportunities galore. This week, Christina Sturdivant Sani speaks on raising children in the nation’s capital.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Hot off the press: News impacting the Black community in D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
A six-year-old boy was shot and killed during a Fourth of July celebration in Temple Hills, MD, while four people have died from heat-related deaths in Prince George’s County, and a rash of armed bank robberies have been reported in the region.
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
Northwest D.C.’s newest attraction: Gold Clover Bar
Antoine Lyers has opened Gold Clover Bar in Shaw, D.C., offering affordable drinks and a welcoming atmosphere, with a focus on pop culture and community, and a collection of vinyl records to add to the atmosphere.
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Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
Baltimore, D.C. and the surrounding neighborhoods are hosting a variety of events this month, including free health screenings, movie marathons, live concert performances, and more.