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- Photos of some well-dressed pups from the Humane Rescue Alliance’s ball. [Washingtonian]
- After being wounded last week, U.S. Capitol Police officer Crystal Griner was back on the diamond Wednesday night for first ceremonial pitch. [WTOP]
- The Congressional Black Caucus turned down an invite to meet with Trump. [Afro]
- Police are looking for a person who left the scene of a highway crash that injured at least one person. [NBC Washington]
- Vegans are flocking to this D.C. soul food spot. [Afro]
- What’s the status of Qualia’s second location in Eckington? [Popville}
- A new ride-hailing startup that offers free trips in electric limousine-esque golf carts has launched in Arlington. [WBJ]
- Officials ask for patience as the murder investigation of Richard Collins III continues. [Afro]
- 5-year-old boy co-writes book to help homeless veterans. [WUSA 9]
- The childhood home of Jackie O. is on the market for $49.5 million. [WTOP]
- Never assume. [GGW]
- ICYMI: Dave Chappelle receives one of his life’s greatest honors in D.C.
- ICYMI: D.C.’s non-binary gender license option will start next week.
- This Day In DCist: Dems staged a sit-in on the House floor to protest the House’s lack of action on gun violence.