The D.C. Public Library is celebrating Banned Books Week by emphasizing its commitment to freedom of speech, assembly, and association, and highlighting the surge in censorship attempts across the country.

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William "Bill" Lucy, a respected and revered Black labor leader, died at the age of 90 after a lifetime of defending civil and human rights and advocating for social justice and worker freedom.

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Latisha Atkins, executive director of Pennsylvania Avenue East Main Street, celebrates D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's annual Art All Night as a reflection of the District's diverse and captivating talent, and emphasizes the importance of arts education and creative spaces for the future of D.C. culture.

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Unlock the Box organized a rally in D.C. to raise awareness of the adverse effects of solitary confinement in D.C. Jail and to call for the implementation of the ERASE Act, which would prohibit the use of solitary confinement except for brief periods for individuals at risk of self-harm.

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Black Betty's BBQ made a successful appearance at the H Street Festival, selling over 700 pounds of meat and showcasing their unique menu to a crowd of 150,000 participants, highlighting the potential of H Street as a platform for entrepreneurs to launch their businesses.

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Cat Glover, a legendary dancer and collaborator with Prince, has died at 60, having contributed her energy and talent to unforgettable albums like "Sign o' the Times" and "Lovesexy".

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D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton has introduced a resolution to designate September 23, 2024 as "Mary Church Terrell Day" in recognition of the late 19th century and early to mid-20th century civil and women's rights activist's contributions to the District.

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Advocates say Police Union president Gregg Pemberton lacks an appreciation for a data-driven approach to violence prevention and reduction.

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Months after their budget season victory, a group of District mothers continue to advocate, not only for an expansion of guaranteed basic income and the child income tax credit, but the abolishment of a benefits cliff that jeopardizes access to rent and food subsidies. 

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Howard University is a driver of economic progress in the Washington metropolitan area, with a total economic impact of $1.575 billion, and is investing in its communities and creating jobs through its real estate strategy.

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