The Iran war has brought cyber warfare to the front of political discussion specifically on critical infrastructure. Water and wastewater systems across a minimum of 12 states in the United States have recently reported cyberattacks. Reports point to a hacker group linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Local government institutions are targeted because these
When Money Isn’t the Only Motivator for Cyberattacks Read More »
Are marches still relevant? The DC Voice asked attendees whether marching remains an effective tool for confronting racial and social injustice—or whether it has outlived its usefulness. Watch what they had to say on YouTube.
March on Washington 2026: Defend the Vote. Are Marches Still Relevant? Read More »
They Stole a City, Wilmington’s White Supremacist Coup and the Families Who Live with Its Legacy by Lauren Collins is another chapter in American history where gains by Blacks were met with a violent backlash. After reconstruction, Wilmington, North Carolina, was home to a thriving Black middle class of doctors, lawyers, business owners, skilled tradesmen
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The death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells has raised questions about what happens when a missing-person case becomes a national story. Wells, a Black college student, was visiting Mississippi’s Horn Island over the Fourth of July weekend when he went missing. His body was found two days later. His family has since raised questions about the
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The DC Voice had the opportunity to interview Jojo Fekwa amid the bustle of Bladensburg Road last Saturday morning. Take a few minutes to watch our short video featuring Jojo’s colorful artwork and engaging personality in another installment of our Share Your Story series!
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A new food venture is underway in Georgetown as the anticipated restaurant Delhi Belly officially celebrates its grand opening at 1560 Wisconsin Ave NW. This new restaurant introduces an interesting shift in the neighborhood’s culinary landscape. It now offers a street-food-inspired experience that reflects the casual, dynamic culture of urban India. The property is a
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The Patricia Handy Place for Women at 1009 11th St. NW was a topic of concern at the August meeting of ANC 2C. The status of the shelter remains uncertain as renovations to the space, which were expected to be completed this summer, have fallen behind schedule. DHS Chief of Staff Raessa Singh told commissioners
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On Saturday, August 22 hundreds of DC residents, tourists, families, and book fans crowded the downtown streets of the nation’s capital for the 2026 National Book Festival. Hosted annually by the Library of Congress, this literary event brings together several bestselling authors and offers activities such as panel discussions, talks, and book signings. This year’s
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The first day of the 2026-2027 school year is coming close for families across every neighborhood in the District, and there is a shared sense of anticipation as children prepare to return to the classroom. As we move through August, we also observe National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an annual observance highlighting vaccination as a
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Washington is gearing up for a high-speed weekend ahead of the first IndyCar race to be held in the nation’s capital. D.C. will host the Freedom 250 Grand Prix this Sunday, leaving residents anticipating road closures, traffic disruptions, an uptick in late August tourism and an increased law enforcement presence. For a sport with roots
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