Ward 8

The Washington Wizards hosted the Midnight Basketball League finals Saturday night. The Midnight Basketball League is an initiative to create a safe space and help build relationships for young athletes in D.C.’s Ward 8. “I’ve been playing my whole life,” said Midnight Basketball League Player Myles Whitfield. “If I’m being honest, I just like hooping. It just takes my...

The Washington Wizards are hosting the Midnight Basketball League finals, an initiative that creates a safe place for young athletes in Ward 8 and highlights local talent. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.

DC Council committee takes step toward expelling Trayon White The Council recommended voting to expel White, who is accused of accepting bribes. News4’s Mark Segraves explains what happens next, including how White could still be reelected to the position if he is expelled.

A committee of the D.C. Council voted to recommend expelling member Trayon White after an investigation found “substantial evidence” White accepted bribes and violated the Council’s code of conduct.

An investigation found “substantial evidence” D.C. Council member Trayon White, who is accused of accepting bribes, violated the Council’s rules and code of conduct, according to a committee convened to investigate the embattled lawmaker.

Investigators found “substantial evidence” that Ward 8 Council member Trayon White, who is facing a federal bribery charge, violated several rules of the D.C. Council’s Code of Official Conduct. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.

The tree is getting trimmed and the gifts are getting wrapped. In a community room at the Washington View Apartments in Ward 8, the holiday season is in full swing, and wish lists are being fulfilled. But what’s going on there isn’t just about what’s going to be under some trees later this month — there’s some long-term giving...

Black Nurses Rock DMV in partnership with other organizations are providing access to free comprehensive health screenings, referrals for continued care, and education on nutrition and physical activity. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.

Ward 8 residents discuss the area’s political future following the arrest of Councilmember Trayon White. News4’s Derrick Ward reports. 

Much has been made of the possible move of the Washington Capitals and the Washington Wizards from D.C. to Virginia. But what about the Washington Mystics? If the proposal to move the men’s teams to Virginia becomes a reality, the owner of Monumental Sports, Ted Leonsis, has said he wants to move the Mystics from their current venue –...

News4 Community Reporter Molette Green has a preview of the vendors at the Ward 8 Farmers Market.

A D.C. Council member is sounding the alarm over the wide-reaching impact of crime. Trayon White, who represents Ward 8, says if rampant shoplifting continues, the Giant grocery store on Alabama Avenue may be forced to close its doors.

A D.C. Council member is sounding the alarm over the wide-reaching impact of crime. Trayon White, who represents Ward 8, says if rampant shoplifting continues, the Giant grocery store on Alabama Avenue may be forced to close its doors. News4’s Mauricio Casillas reports.

Council Member Trayon White is expected to speak about the issue. News4’s Megan McGrath reports.