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Charges, Contracts and Campaigns: The Saga of Ward 8’s Council Seat

D.C. Councilmember Trayon White’s alleged acceptance of bribes led to his expulsion – and an unclear political future in Ward 8

PJ Cunningham, Staff Writer • May 18, 2025

Former Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White is running for his seat again after councilmembers unanimously voted him out on Feb. 4 following bribery charges. White announced his re-election campaign in...

The New Dormitory next door

Plans for new student housing to be built behind Leonard Hall.

Grace Manson, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025

The D.C. Zoning Commission approved Wesley Theological Seminary’s plans to construct a 215-unit apartment behind Leonard Hall and fund affordable housing throughout Ward 3 on Feb. 27. The housing...

Chasing history

Chevy Chase grapples with exclusionary history in fight for designation

Kalie Walker, Staff Editor • April 15, 2024

A bid to turn Chevy Chase, a neighborhood in Northwest Washington, into a historic district has ignited debate among community members that it would lead to less affordable housing and perpetuate a legacy...

Meet Rohin Ghosh, AU’s 19-year-old ANC Commissioner

From Silicon Valley to D.C. socialist activist, Ghosh has become one of the youngest Advisory Neighborhood Committee commissioners.

Francine Worsoff, Staff Writer • March 30, 2023

A self-professed socialist, Rohin Ghosh said he began pursuing activism in high school. Ghosh said his parents, who both work in Silicon Valley, were on board with their son’s decision to fly across...