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**FILE** Dr. Ben Vinson III, president of Howard University, is working to emphasize the university’s critical role in economic development in the Mid-Atlantic region. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inCommunity

Howard University Celebrated as D.C. Economic Force

James Wright photo by James Wright Jr. September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Howard University is a driver of economic progress in the Washington metropolitan area, with a total economic impact of $1.575 billion, and is investing in its communities and creating jobs through its real estate strategy.

Investigator Wayne David, a veteran MPD officer, was fatally shot on duty due to a firearm that discharged while he was working to retrieve it down a storm drain on Aug. 28. (Courtesy of Metropolitan Police Department)
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: RIP

by WI Editorial Staff September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
Joseph Knight is the new owner of the Congress Heights IHOP. (Courtesy photo)
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Ward 8 IHOP Under New Management

James Wright photo by James Wright Jr. August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
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EDITORIAL: If Democracy Really Matters, Why Won’t America Restore Voting Rights for Felons Who Have Served Their Time?

by WI Editorial Staff August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
**FILE** Research from Stanford University revealed that the city's substantial investment in a tutoring initiative has borne fruit in its first year, significantly boosting academic performance and narrowing the persistent gaps in reading and math that have disproportionately affected Black students and low-income families. (WI photo)
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D.C. Tutoring Program Drives Academic Gains for Black and Low-Income Students

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by WI Editorial Staff August 14, 2024August 14, 2024
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MAMMEN: If Not Now, When Will We Stand Up for Communities?

by Neil Mammen August 14, 2024August 14, 2024
Makers Union serves a Hickory House Smoked Salmon over creamy mushroom quinoa, green beans, and mustard vinaigrette. (Courtesy of Makers Union)
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The Eating is Great During RAMW’s Summer Restaurant Week, Aug. 12 to 18

Brenda Siler photo by Brenda C. Siler August 12, 2024August 12, 2024
Black Americans represent 14% of the U.S. population but 46% of the prison population who had already served at least 10 years. (Courtesy of BlackExcel- lence)
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EDITORIAL: Inmates Being Punished Further as Detention Centers Ignore Dangerous Effects of Climate Change 

by WI Editorial Staff August 7, 2024August 7, 2024
**FILE** The Amplified Sound Mitigation Act of 2024 targets street musicians and performers who use amplified sound, imposing specific noise level restrictions to balance cultural expression with residents' peace and quiet. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)
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Amplified Sound Mitigation Act of 2024: Balancing Culture and Peace in D.C.

Harrison C. Buck by Harrison C. Buck July 17, 2024July 18, 2024

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