Artist experiencing homelessness’ belongings destroyed, and his presence as a community staple upended in encampment sweep.
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West End encampment sweep displaces ‘staple of the community’
June 8 Dupont encampment cleanup downgraded to trash-only following criticism from activists
The originally scheduled full cleanup of two encampments would have displaced homeless residents from one site to make room for a “streatery.”
Two homeless residents say Dupont Circle neighbors cleared their belongings when they were given an Airbnb for one night
Two homeless residents living in front of the Safeway at 17th and Corcoran streets NW lost all their belongings overnight. They claim it was neighborhood vigilantes.
Apartment development proceeds behind the Masonic Temple despite pushback from new Dupont civic group
Plans for a new 150-unit apartment building in Ward 2 ignited frustration among members of the Dupont East Civic Action Association – a group that opposes the project.
This Christmas, a man celebrates the 10th anniversary of reuniting with his family
Jeffery McNeil’s story of what led him to being homeless, and how he dealt with it.
Many people struggle to understand extreme poverty in America
Artist/Vendor James Davis recounts his experiences with foreign students in a homeless challenge program.
Never give up hope
Craig Thompson discusses homelessness, D.C, and religion.
A Morning at Charlie’s Place Means Much More Than a Meal
A breakfast program on Connecticut Avenue has been feeding 60-70 people every Tuesday-Saturday morning for nearly 30 years. While people are there for a meal, they are also offered clothing, health care, haircuts and art therapy. The warm and welcoming atmosphere is what makes this program noteworthy.
The Mayor of 19th and M Tells His “Second Story” Through Handcrafted Cards
Street Sense Vendor Anthony Crawford has been getting his customers ready for Valentine’s Day. With the help of Second Story Cards, a startup project run… Read more »
Theater Tour Urges Communities to Talk about Mental Illness
People shared their experiences with mental illness through monologues, poetry, music and dance at the Keegan Theatre on Oct. 10 and 11.
Perception or Reality: Things to Do
Robert Williams greets the community, recommends D.C. food stops and calls readers to action.
Visions From the Street: Photo Gallery at Hillyer Art Space
Street Sense photographers display original work in Hillyer Art Space on July 12, 2016.
The Other Side of the Snow
The weatherman had been calling for a snow blizzard all week long. People were stocking up on food and household supplies at the grocery stores…. Read more »
Photographers Document Life During Displacement
In Dupont Circle, the roots of a large tree are pushing the sidewalk in front of it up. People walk by, often in a hurry,… Read more »
Perception or Reality: People Too
Lila! First of all, hello to you my little miniature princess who scoots excellently past Starbucks at 18th and N Streets every day. It’s always…
The Beautiful One
Hey y’all. I’m back. The beautiful one. Hope everything is OK on your end, because I’m OK, by the grace of God! Anyway, I have… Read more »
My Neighborhoods
I was born and raised in the Congress Heights/Anacostia neighborhoods here in Washington. Over the years I have seen many changes, good and bad. Now… Read more »
Vendor Profile:
Eric Thompson-Bey
Eric Thompson-Bey has come to find refuge in his ability to create. He was dealt a hard hand, but that has not stopped him from…
