Month: April 2026
Black Americans have increased their presence in U.S. political leadership, yet they remain underrepresented compared with their share of the population, a new Pew Research Center analysis finds.
Washington D.C.’s quiet influence on Hollywood runs deeper than glamour and politics suggest, shaping scripts, narratives and access, as Salon.com uncovers in a revealing behind‑the‑scenes look.
The University of Washington School of Law has joined a growing list of institutions withdrawing from U.S. News & World Report rankings, citing concerns over equity, access, and the impact on diverse applicants.
President Trump is spotlighting crime in major U.S. cities, citing rising violence. But recent data show a more complex picture, with some offenses down even as homicides and shootings surge.
Trump’s China trade truce offers temporary relief for U.S. rare earth supplies, easing industrial fears. But heavy reliance on Beijing persists, keeping strategic vulnerabilities in sharp focus.
Donald Trump pledged to issue an executive order reshaping college sports, signaling potential changes to athlete compensation rules and NCAA authority if he returns to office.
Voice of America journalists allege the Trump administration is pressuring the outlet to echo White House messaging, raising fears the U.S.-funded broadcaster is being turned into a political propaganda tool.
PBS revisits George Washington’s ascent from surveyor to revolutionary leader, tracing how battlefield fame, political savvy and early biographers forged the enduring mythic father of a nation.
As Seoul grapples with political upheaval, Washington recalibrates its Korea strategy. The Heritage Foundation examines how the Trump administration balances security, trade, and alliance pressures.
A futuristic entertainment sphere is planned for Washington, D.C., promising immersive events and tourism buzz—but local opposition and regulatory hurdles could derail the ambitious project.
The Education Department is proposing a sweeping overhaul of accreditation regulations, aiming to tighten oversight of colleges while boosting accountability for student outcomes.
As Trump attacks Democrats over rising urban crime, party leaders struggle to defend their record and recalibrate strategy. Have big-city mayors learned hard lessons ahead of 2024?
Visa has launched its first U.S. Tap to Phone pilot in Washington, D.C., enabling Black-owned small businesses to accept contactless payments directly on smartphones.
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The US and Iran have signaled readiness for indirect talks to defuse soaring tensions in the Gulf, seeking to avert military confrontation amid recent maritime incidents and regional rivalries.
President Donald Trump signed a deal Friday to end the longest U.S. government shutdown in history, agreeing to a temporary funding measure without securing border wall money.
As the nation marks Presidents Day, government services, banks and schools face widespread closures, while major retailers and many restaurants remain open, offering holiday sales and normal hours.
Families in the DC area can ring in the New Year with kid-friendly festivals, early countdowns, and fireworks-free celebrations across the region, TripSavvy reports.
Some marijuana tax revenue in Washington does support public education, but not as fully as many voters believe. KING 5 examines where cannabis dollars really go and how schools benefit.
Several Republican governors are dispatching troops to Washington, D.C., citing public safety concerns, even as major cities in their own states report higher crime rates, a CNN analysis shows.