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What You Can Do Without An Attorney

Many people do not hire lawyers because they are unable to afford them or believe that their situation is a simple one.  If you are a District resident with an interest in the areas of landlord-tenant, trust and estates (wills) and bankruptcy law, there are informational sessions available for you!

Writing Winning Proposals

Grant writing is often necessary for people that undertake community projects or engage in funding-required activities.  Unless they're wealthy, many people must seek financial support from government, corporations or foundations. When and how should grant-seekers apply for funds?

The Gospel Kids and Teens Group in Concert: Celebrating the Gift from Within through Song

In recognition of Black History Month, The Gospel Kids and Teens Group will provide a gospel-filled concert. 

Racial Disparities in the American Criminal Justice System: An Assessment

Despite 50 years of hard-fought civil rights gains, three out of ten African American males today will serve time in prison. What is the score on racial progress in the criminal justice arena? 

C.R. Gibbs Lecture Series on African American History and Culture

In celebration of 2014 African American History Month, distinguished historian C.R. Gibbs will deliver a presentation at the Capitol View, Parklands-Turner and Francis Gregory neighborhood libraries in February, beginning at 7 p.m.

The Nation's Capital: Crime Prevention in the Sixth Metropolitan Police District

Safe neighborhoods represent a major concern for residents of the Metropolitan Police Department's (MPD) Sixth District. Among the seven police districts, as reported in MPD’s Crime Totals by Districts, the Sixth District has one of the highest number of homicides.

Outreach 24/7: The Gospel Ensemble In Concert

In recognition of African American History Month, come out, sit back, relax and enjoy the smooth gospel music of Outreach 24/7 on Saturday, Feb. 8, beginning at 1 p.m.

Your Income Tax 2013

Basic Information for Low-to-Moderate Income Taxpayers

The 2014 tax season -- for preparing your 2013 income tax return -- is almost here!

Leutrell Osborne Sr.

A personal remembrance of Dr. King and a career in the CIA

In his celebrated 2012 memoir, Black Man in the CIA, Leutrell Osborne Sr. mentions meeting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Oslo, Norway at the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony in December 1964 when the Intelligence Officer was stationed in the Scandinavian city. What else is there to learn about this special occasion?

The 1968 DC Riots: A Personal Reflection

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination on April 4, 1968 sparked riots in more than 100 U.S. cities. The nation's capital saw some of the most extensive violence and destruction.

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