By Aqeela Sherrills In recent months, the Department of Justice “cancelled hundreds of grants to community organizations and local governments,” which included funding for programs authorized under the bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Hundreds of organizations doing life-saving work that makes communities safer and more resilient are dealing with the devastating and reeling impact of these […]
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Posted inENVIRONMENT
Monster storm across the US sparks scores of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17
By Bruce Shipkowski, Julie Walker and Rebecca Reynolds The Associated Press Violent tornadoes that ripped through parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive March 15 as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South, with at least 17 people killed and scores of homes decimated. Missouri recorded more fatalities than […]
Posted in2024 Elections
Early voting begins in Virginia
Virginia is the first state in the nation to allow in-person voting in the 2024 presidential election, with early voting available from September 20 to November 2, and same day registration available until Election Day.
Posted inD.C. Community
How syringe exchanges in Washington, D.C. reduce the spread of disease
Oregon has rejected a proposal to decriminalize illicit drugs, but experts say syringe service programs are key in helping curb the spread of disease and reduce overdose deaths.