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May 02, 2022

As Dance Loft Looks To Build A Permanent Home On 14th Street, Some Neighbors Balk

Dance Loft on 14 thought it found the perfect solution to the city’s ever-rising rents. But some of its neighbors aren’t so sure.

Apr 21, 2022

Masking Is Now Optional On DC Circulator Bus And Streetcar

The change follows a a federal judge’s ruling earlier this week that deemed the CDC’s masking requirements on public transportation unlawful. WMATA and other local transit systems have also eliminated masking requirements.

Apr 21, 2022

Fallout Continues After Nats Park Parachuters Prompt Capitol Evacuation

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi blamed the incident on the FAA’s “apparent failure to notify Capitol Police”, calling it “outrageous and inexcusable.”

Apr 18, 2022

COVID Cases Continue To Rise, Prompting Some D.C. Area Schools To Take Additional Protective Measures

Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and D.C. are asking K-12 students to take rapid tests before returning to the classroom tomorrow.

Apr 15, 2022

Fairfax County Schools Names Its New Superintendent Despite Community Pushback

Michelle Reid will lead Virginia’s largest school district starting in July.

Apr 13, 2022

Park Police, Secret Service Will Institute New Protest Policing Policies Following Lafayette Park Clearing

The new policies come nearly two years after the Trump administration ordered racial justice protestors cleared from the square for a presidential photo-op in front of a nearby church.

Apr 13, 2022

Howard University President Wayne Frederick Announces He’ll Retire In 2024

The 17th president of Howard University, who took the job in 2013, will retire by June 2024.

Apr 12, 2022

A 15-Year-Old Was Shot And Killed In Columbia Heights

Malachi Jackson suffered from multiple fatal gunshot wounds on Monday night.

Apr 11, 2022

Maryland Legislators Overturn Several Of Governor Hogan’s Vetoes As Legislative Session Draws To A Close

Maryland Lawmakers overrode vetoes related to reproductive health, paid leave, and criminal justice over the weekend but still have more to do before the legislative session ends at midnight.

Apr 08, 2022

Overheard In D.C.: Back On The Fitness Grind

“I really missed being here! I mean … [looks around wistfully] … the BUTTS!”

 
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