Dee Dwyer is a photographer from Southeast, Washington, D.C. who covers wards 7 and 8 for DCist.
Thomas “Kokamoe” Goode can barely walk down the street without fans shouting his name or asking for a selfie.
Dec 28, 2023
Voices of Wards 7 and 8: New Year’s Resolutions
DCist/WAMU photojournalist Dee Dwyer asked residents in wards 7 and 8 what they hope to achieve for themselves, businesses, and communities next year.
Dec 14, 2023
From Prince George’s County to Paris: Meet The 21-Year-Old Boxer On His Way To The Summer Olympics
As one of the best amateur featherweight boxers in the United States, Jahmal Harvey will have a literal Olympian task at the 2024 summer games in Paris.
The iconic host and producer attended an event at the museum in D.C., where her portrait by Shawn Michael Warren was unveiled.
Go-go music is finally getting a dedicated museum in D.C. Here’s what residents in wards 7 and 8 think about the long-awaited institution.
Nov 16, 2023
‘Our Struggle Has Been United’: Why Local Black Activists Are Backing Palestinians In Their Calls For A Ceasefire
Some local Black activists forged connections with Palestinian activists during 2020 racial justice protests. They see a shared a struggle when looking at both their histories and modern-day experiences.
Oct 10, 2023
Voices Of Wards 7 And 8: What One Grocery Store Serving Thousands Means To The Community
“In all the Black neighborhoods, I mean, they are gonna close up whatever they want to close up.”
This son of D.C. rap royalty is carving out a lane for himself and lighting the local music scene ablaze with his “Front Porch” freestyles.
“People don’t think about what a senior is going to do for the summer,” says Charles Turner, 74. But they’ll be busy – both taking time for themselves and their communities.
Families braved long lines and, in most cases, years’ worth of waiting for the chance to check their eligibility for a public housing unit.