Lorenzo Hall

Washington, D.C.

Reporter and Anchor at WUSA-TV (Washington, DC)

@WUSA9 Weeknight Anchor - 5pm, 6pm, 11pm

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DC added a speed camera and then lowered the speed limit on Bladensburg Road

1 month ago | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

DDOT gave drivers a warning when the camera was installed, but not after dropping the speed limit. WASHINGTON — Right now, there are nearly 500 traffic enforcement cameras in the District, capturing everything from speeders to those going through stop signs. Whether you bike, drive, or walk around town, it seems everyone has an opinion about these cameras.
Humane Rescue Alliance thriving after winter adoption crisis

1 month ago | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

WUSA9 anchor Lorenzo Hall was one of the hundreds of D.C. residents to adopt a pet during the HRA's crisis. Credit: WUSA WUSA9 Anchor Lorenzo Hall's puppy. WASHINGTON — Late last year, the Humane Rescue Alliance had a crisis. The agency was taking in hundreds of dogs, but had very little space before the holidays. Between October 2024 and year’s end, the HRA had 1,383 cats and dogs in its care.
WUSA9's Lorenzo Hall hosts Standing Ovation for DC Public Schools awards

Jan 27, 2025 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

DC The DC Education Fund held its 15th annual Standing Ovation for DC Public Schools Awards at the National Building Museum Credit: DC Ed Fund WUSA9's Lorenzo Hall emceed the DC Ed Fund's, "Standing Ovation for DC Public Schools" ceremony. Author: Lorenzo Hall Published: 8:16 AM EST January 27, 2025 Updated: 8:16 AM EST January 27, 2025 WASHINGTON — The DC Education Fund held its 15th annual Standing Ovation for DC Public Schools Awards on Thursday.
WUSA9's Lorenzo Hall hosts Standing Ovation for DC Public Schools awards

Jan 27, 2025 | msn.com | Lorenzo Hall

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Returning citizen appointed to DC's Sentencing Commission

Feb 7, 2024 | wusa9.com | Matt Pusatory |Rafael Sanchez-Cruz |Lorenzo Hall

WASHINGTON — The DC Council made history on Tuesday by appointing Joel Castón to D.C.'s Sentencing Commission. He becomes the first person who spent time in prison to become one of the 17 members of the independent agency that helps shape sentencing guidelines for judges in DC Superior Court. The commission is tasked with advising the DC Council on issues that promote fair and consistent sentencing policy.
'Snow Heroes' help clear out snow from people's homes; here's how to help

Jan 19, 2024 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

WASHINGTON — Right now, there are hundreds of volunteers out in D.C. working in the cold shoveling snow off of sidewalks and driveways for many of our neighbors in D.C. – primarily those who are elderly or just physically can not clear all that snow off their property. D.C.'s "Snow Heroes" are part of ServeDC – a D.C. government agency focused on service and volunteerism.
Leaders and business owners work to preserve LGBTQ+ history in DC | wusa9.com

Dec 15, 2023 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

Thurst Lounge is the only Black-owned nightlife space in DC, focused specifically on the Black LGBTQ+ culture and experience.
'I think that it's time for us to do something different' | New DC Police Chief sits down with WUSA9's Lorenzo Hall

Nov 9, 2023 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall |Samantha Gilstrap

WASHINGTON — WUSA9's Lorenzo Hall sat down with D.C.'s new Chief of Police at MPD headquarters in Northwest early Thursday morning. By the time our crews reached the building, Pamela Smith had been working well before sunrise. Her days often start off on a grim note. "They give me a little time to sleep, but often times at four o'clock in the morning, I'm up and looking at what happened overnight. How many robberies, armed carjackings," Smith said.
'I had to do something' | DC educator uses cycling to break the cycle of crime

Nov 3, 2023 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall

WASHINGTON — Riding through the busy streets of D.C. on a bike isn't always described as exhilarating and definitely not stress-free, but that's exactly how a group of Dunbar High School students picture the journey. Dunbar Senior, Mekhi Jinks, said the afterschool ride several times a week is his big escape. "Last week, laying in my bed, I heard like four or five shots pop off,” Jinks said while discussing the constant violence in his Columbia Heights neighborhood.
Danica Roem reflects on time in House of Delegates as she sets eyes on state senate

Jun 8, 2023 | wusa9.com | Lorenzo Hall