Willie Futrelle shares how Street Sense transformed his life in D.C., from homelessness to marriage, stability, and newfound hope.

Trevor Freeman urges Americans to confront tyranny, resist injustice, and restore the nation’s character by standing for the ...

A couple D.C. taxpayer spending on stadiums like RFK and Audi Field, arguing funds should support social programs instead.

Cynthia Herrion reflects on how learning to say “no” created more time, money, respect, and happiness in her life.

A reflection on her grandmother’s Sunday dinners, celebrating Southern cooking, family traditions, and keeping cherished memories alive.

William Shuford reflects on the federal takeover of D.C. police, crime in the city, and advice on knowing your rights.

Marc Grier remembers his late parents, honoring his father’s lessons on hard work and his mother’s teaching of unconditional love.

James Davis recalls Street Sense’s “Vendor for a Day” program, where students sold papers with vendors, learning empathy and value.

Queenie Featherstone voices frustration with President Trump in a poetic reflection, urging him to listen to citizens before it’s too late.

Jenkins Dalton reflects on capitalism, fear of homelessness, financial insecurity, and the search for wealth and retirement stability.

Warren Stevens reflects on summer trips, family gatherings, kindness from Street Sense readers, and staying safe in the summer heat.

Street Sense Vendor Jacqueline Gale tells her journey from childhood to unhoused in 1997 to housed 20 years later.