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Brandywine Valley SPCA sign outside of the 1201 New York Ave. NE location that is set to be demolished after being an animal shelter for over 40 years. (Photo: Myla S. Roundy/HUNewsService.com)

The District’s Long-Time Animal Care Facility is Moving

by Myla S. Roundy

September 30, 2025

For decades, Washington, D.C.'s sole public animal shelter called NoMa home. That changes in Fall 2025.…

Momma’s Safe Haven: Community Mindfulness in Uncertain Times

September 30, 2025

Supreme Court to Take Up Dispute Over Conversion Therapy Ban for Minors

September 30, 2025

Educators Echo Urgent Call to Protect Public Schools and Democracy at CBC Weekend

September 30, 2025

Studies show innocent Blacks are disproportionately convicted of crimes they did not commit.

CBC- Innocent and Exonerated Panel Tackles Issue of Race and Wrongful Conviction

September 30, 2025

National·News·Politics·The White House

Push Grows to Preserve Democracy, Free Press Against Trump Interference

April 25, 2025

by Vida Poyner-Chillious

The Trump administration’s controversial decision to assume control over the White House press pool has heightened…

Black Women·Features·National·Sports

Mieshael Henry Makes History as the First Black Woman Drag Racer in California

April 24, 2025

by Christion Billy

Mieshael Henry made history in 2023 as the first Black woman drag racer in California when…

Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad sits in her office at Howard University (Photo: Lauren Nutall/HU News Service)

Criminal Justice·Justice·National·News·Police·Safety·Washington D.C.

Redefining Protect and Serve: How One Howard Professor Is Bridging the Trust Gap Between D.C. Residents and Police

April 22, 2025

by Lauren Nutall

Howard University News Service WASHINGTON – In 2018, Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad at Howard University created a…

Community members engage with HIPS staff and volunteers during an outreach event close to their H Street Office. (Photo: Cyndee Clay)

Black Women's Health·Health·Housing·LGBTQ·National·State & Local·Ward 6·Washington D.C.

How Local Nonprofit Organizations Provide Housing and Healthcare Interventions for Sex Workers

April 21, 2025

by Trinity Webster-Bass

WASHINGTON – For Honoring Individual Power & Strength, or HIPS, Thursday afternoons means bringing sexual health…

Community farm and wellness center, The Well at Oxon Run, is preparing to harvest fresh produce. (Photo: Morghan Manuel)

Community·Health·Health·State & Local·Ward 8·Washington D.C.

How Produce Rx Is Prescribing Wellness from the Roots in Washington, D.C.

April 21, 2025

by Morghan Manuel

Howard University News Service WASHINGTON— In Ward 8, where grocery options are scarce and health challenges…

Howard-affiliates and D.C. community members gather on The Yard at Revolutionary Youth Community’s rally with a Howard contract worker of over 19 years taking the stage. (Myla S. Roundy/HUNewsService.com)

Alumni·Campus·HBCU·Howard University·News·Politics·State & Local·Washington D.C.

Howard University Students and Alumni Disagree on the Status of Campus Protest Culture

April 20, 2025

by Myla S. Roundy

WASHINGTON — Some members of the Howard student body say their classmates are not politically active…

Jazzmyne Townsend pauses for a photo in her office at Stanton Elementary School (Photo: Monet Heath/HUNewsService)

Alumni·Community·Education·HBCU·Howard University·News·State & Local·Ward 8·Washington D.C.

Howard University Alumna Named Finalist for National Teacher of the Year Award

April 19, 2025

by Monet Heath

WASHINGTON—Instructional coach at Stanton Elementary School in Ward 8, Jazzmyne Townsend is a finalist for the 2025…

Jackie Carter at the Anacostia Arts Center in Southeast D.C., seated in a room honoring Frederick Douglass. (Photo: Lamaria Washington/ HU News Service)

Features·State & Local·Ward 8·Washington D.C.

A Local Theater Founder’s Commitment to Black History and Youth Empowerment

April 19, 2025

by Lamaria Washington

WASHINGTON — In the back of the New Image Community Baptist Church in Ward 8 tucked…

Community·News·State & Local·Ward 1·Washington D.C.

Neighborhood Library Closure Disrupts Support Services in Ward 1

April 19, 2025

by Myla S. Roundy

WASHINGTON — The Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library (MTP), a popular public space in Ward 1, is…

Miriam Lynch (center left) works with children at a Diversity in Aquatics swim event.

Community·State & Local·Washington D.C.

From Loss to Leadership: Miriam Lynch’s Dedication to Water Safety

April 18, 2025

by Brandon Byrd

The journey to becoming a six-time Howard University swimming record holder, a board member of the…

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News - Page 3

The District’s Long-Time Animal Care Facility is Moving

Momma’s Safe Haven: Community Mindfulness in Uncertain Times

Supreme Court to Take Up Dispute Over Conversion Therapy Ban for Minors

Educators Echo Urgent Call to Protect Public Schools and Democracy at CBC Weekend

CBC- Innocent and Exonerated Panel Tackles Issue of Race and Wrongful Conviction

Push Grows to Preserve Democracy, Free Press Against Trump Interference

Mieshael Henry Makes History as the First Black Woman Drag Racer in California

Redefining Protect and Serve: How One Howard Professor Is Bridging the Trust Gap Between D.C. Residents and Police

How Local Nonprofit Organizations Provide Housing and Healthcare Interventions for Sex Workers

How Produce Rx Is Prescribing Wellness from the Roots in Washington, D.C.

Howard University Students and Alumni Disagree on the Status of Campus Protest Culture

Howard University Alumna Named Finalist for National Teacher of the Year Award

A Local Theater Founder’s Commitment to Black History and Youth Empowerment

Neighborhood Library Closure Disrupts Support Services in Ward 1

From Loss to Leadership: Miriam Lynch’s Dedication to Water Safety

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