The Beacon

The past, present, and future of RFK Stadium

Will Nichols, Contributor • February 7, 2025

DCIAA soccer players, sweaty teenagers, and wannabe influencers have long been exploring the abandoned building of RFK Stadium, recently renamed from FedEx field. The smell of spray paint lines, graffiti-covered...

February 2025 Spread

Javier Thompson, Jessica McCallum, Caroline Reilly, Brookelyn Lee, Ivonne Nakatoke, Zahirah Battle, Kalpana Shipler, Will Nichols, Maddie Nusbaum, and Frances Leibovich • February 7, 2025

Bowser boards migrants arriving at Union Station

Will Nichols, Contributor • November 13, 2022

Over the past few weeks, Mayor Muriel Bowser has dealt with a rapid influx of migrants coming into DC. While she has had a decent response so far, additional actions can be taken in the coming weeks. Republican...

Blinged-out students: Jewelry in Jackson-Reed

Will Nichols and Giacomo Tomaino • October 17, 2022

Jewelry has become ever-present in Jackson-Reed’s fashion. Jewelry serves as the focal point of students’ outfits and can represent a meaningful experience or aspect of their personality. To learn...