The Washington Informer

Young, Black, and In Business

The Youth Entrepreneur Institute held KidBizCON to support young innovators and boost Black business ownership through mentorship.

Students and Universities Start Year in the Shadow of Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

New federal loan limits under the OBBBA act impact HBCU students and parent borrowers seeking tuition assistance.

Upcoming Film Screening Sheds Light on Tolbert Assassination in Liberia

The July 18 screening of “The Assassination of President William R. Tolbert” at Sankofa Video Books & Cafe in Northwest, sponsored by the Liberi…

Electric buses, expanding charging infrastructure and regional collaboration are helping reduce air pollution across the Washington metropolitan area while making cleaner transportation more accessible.

As the Washington region expands electric buses and EV charging infrastructure, leaders say cleaner transportation can improve air quality, redu…

Ward 7 to Lead Local Juneteenth Celebration in Lockstep With Other U.S. Cities

Join the second annual Ward 7 Juneteenth Parade in celebration of Juneteenth, honoring the fight for freedom and equality.

As Disapproval Resolution Advances, Four Black Women Mull Return of 'Recess at the Capitol'

Senate vote on disapproval resolution threatens tax season and child tax credit. Civil disobedience and advocacy for D.C. autonomy continue.

Spirit of Democracy Awards Takes a Defiant Tone

Melanie L. Campbell and the National Coalition of Black Civic Participation honor advocates for African American rights at the 27th annual Spiri…

Without Full Representation, Ward 8 Residents Mull Next Steps

Ward 8 residents grapple with the consequences of Council member Trayon White's federal bribery charge, seeking assurance for their quality of l…