Defending DC from attacks is a Band-Aid solution to extremism The Jan. 6 insurrection won’t be the last extremist attack until the ideology behind it is gone. Jessica Ye 24 hours ago
UMD study finds COVID-19 is highest in DC’s Black communities and low-income areas UMD researchers conducted a comprehensive study about how aspects of the built and social environments play a role in COVID-19 transmission in the city. Chloe Goldberg November 20, 2020
“A lifelong battle”: UMD students join March on Washington following summer of protests Some were following in the footsteps of their grandparents, who participated in the 1963 march. Angela Roberts August 29, 2020
Incoming President Pines emphasizes solidarity amid COVID-19 and anti-racism protests Pines will take over as president on July 1. Eric Neugeboren June 29, 2020
The DC Black Lives Matter mural is performative, not radical D.C. residents deserve more from their mayor than an empty gesture of solidarity. Caterina Ieronimo June 16, 2020
Marches against racism have evolved, and so have the youth who lead them Youth are leading the protests for racial equality. Here’s why they’re different from past generations. Allison Cochrane June 15, 2020
A weekend of protests: What two PG County demonstrations looked like on the ground Protesters marched across the Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge and drove in a car caravan. Diamondback Photo Staff June 8, 2020
The streets belong to pedestrians — they shouldn’t be dominated by cars Now is the time to reconsider how we prioritize pedestrians. Serena Saunders May 4, 2020
The pandemic has given us an opportunity to create a more sustainable society Now is the perfect time for businesses and individuals to be more sustainable. Maya Rosenberg May 3, 2020
We need solidarity during the pandemic. That’s what mutual aid networks are for. You can safely help others during the pandemic through mutual aid networks. Caterina Ieronimo March 29, 2020