We talk to D.C. Councilmember Elissa Silverman, (I-At Large), about affordable housing, former Councilmember Jack Evans, and more. And we hear from Assistant Majority Leader Wanika Fisher, (D-Prince George's), about criminal justice, the Kirwan Commission and her bill to establish a reparations commission.

Despite student protests, a proposal to keep the alternative public school from closing has failed. So, what's next for the students of Washington Metropolitan Opportunity Academy?

Who has the right to choose when and how they die? How much power should patients, doctors and family members wield?

Legendary radio personality Diane Rehm's newest book grapples with one of the hardest subjects to talk about--death.

Sea level is rising in the Chesapeake Bay. What does that mean for islands like Smith and Tangier — and for coastal communities? Plus, how river towns like Ellicott City are preparing for the next "thousand-year" flood.

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 should you know about next week’s special primary for the late Rep. Elijah Cummings’ seat? Plus, Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Navarro talks about community policing, and Arlington County Board Chair Libby Garvey discusses the Amazon-Arlington solar farms.

What should you know about next week’s special primary for the late Rep. Elijah Cummings’ seat? Plus, Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Navarro talks about community policing, and Arlington County Board Chair Libby Garvey discusses the Amazon-Arlington solar farms.

As the District moves to 100% renewable energy, the Historic Preservation Review Board loosens it's grip.

When he first started baking, few beyond the Franciscan friars at Catholic University knew about Brother Andrew Corriente's talents in the kitchen. Now the whole country knows.