The great American writer was also a playwright, whose "The Amen Corner" had its world premier in the District nearly 60 years ago. Now the Shakespeare Theatre Company revives this gospel-infused production for a 21st-century audience.

Black workers have historically been disenfranchised and exploited. How can the city finally move past that?

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Black workers have historically been disenfranchised and exploited. How can the city do better for them?

D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau talks about her proposed legislation, from changing how sugary drinks are taxed to making diaper changing tables more accessible to men. Then, Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson joins us to talk about the city's proposed budget and a local government exchange program with Norton, Virginia.

The Virginia tribe is taking a stand against the James River Water Authority, which is planning to build a water pumping station at the site of the tribe's long-lost capital.

The UFCW union representing the region's nearly 26,000 Giant and Safeway workers have been in contract negotiations for the past six months. And Safeway workers will soon vote to strike.

I guarantee this high school senior's a better driver than you.

Implementing the "Blueprint for Maryland's Future" will cost billions of dollars. Where will the money come from?

As the world warms, where do students, teachers, scientists and activists see room for hope? It's the fifth and final installment of the Kojo climate change series.

Virginia is halfway through a whirlwind legislative session. How are new laws going to change the lives of Virginians? And Montgomery County Public Schools are taking the first steps toward redistricting, making some parents and students hopeful and others angry. How might the process end?

The Oxon Hill native and award-winning author was named the seventh National Ambassador for Young People's Literature by the Library of Congress.

What do Republican Congressman Devin Nunes and actor Johnny Depp have in common? They both filed defamation claims in Virginia last year.

People 50 and older in the U.S. are living longer and divorcing at higher rates than previous generations. That means single baby boomers are navigating the dating world too. From…

Families at Fort Meade experienced serious health issues due to mold — now they're suing.

We speak to local Nigerians about identity and the recent travel ban implemented by the Trump administration.

From a brewery that sells kids toys and kitchen gadgets to a barbershop and art gallery, we’ll explore how local businesses serve their neighborhood’s unique needs.

Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring" altered the course of history, spurring changes in laws governing our land, air and water. The fourth episode in our climate change series takes a look at Carson's life in Maryland and her impact on the environmental movement.