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**FILE** During the 2023 Excellence in Business Awards, Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce President Alexander Austin (center) holds a state proclamation, presented for the organization’s achievements and role in empowering the local economy. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Excellence in Business Awardees

by Richard D. Elliott September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

**FILE** Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford and caucus members have released a first-of-its-kind report aimed to hold Fortune 500 companies accountable for their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

Congressional Black Caucus Releases Groundbreaking Corporate Accountability Report on DEI

by Stacy M. Brown September 9, 2024September 9, 2024

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New Report Exposes Tax System’s Role in Widening Racial Wealth Gap, Calls for Urgent Reforms

by Stacy M. Brown September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

**FILE** While diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices are under scrutiny, some DEI experts note the future of diverse talent in the college to corporation pipeline could see adverse effects, while others, despite challenges, offer hope for the future. (WI photo)

National Attacks on DEI Could Shift Demographics of the College-to-Corporation Pipeline

by Jada Ingleton September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

**FILE** Rendering of Parcel 6 parking garage (Courtesy of dmped.dc.gov)

Parcel 6 Community Partners Chosen for St. Elizabeths East Campus Development

by WI Web Staff September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

BurnBox, a Black-owned pizza shop with locations in Largo and Waldorf, gave away free slices for families on Aug. 26 for the new school year. Owner Ryan Whitfield (pictured with a customer) is planning a future holiday giveaway to help those in need, and prides himself on his support for the community as much as for the quality of his pizzas. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

HUD acting Director Adrianne Todman this month announced new FHA funding to promote fair housing and root out discrimination. (Courtesy photo)

HUD Celebrates HCD 50th Anniversary

by James Wright Jr. September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Elliott Ferguson, president and CEO of Destination DC (Courtesy photo via X)

D.C. Rebounds as a Tourist Attraction

by James Wright Jr. September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Kelvin Brown is a Ward 7 advisory neighborhood commissioner and an aspiring real estate developer. (Courtesy of Brown via Linkedin)

More Developers of Color Are Needed: Report

by James Wright Jr. September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

The Big Lots locations in Bowie, Glen Burnie, and Laurel are expected to close later this year as their company downsizes. The location in Ritchie Station will remain open. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024