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Apr 26, 2023

Folger Shakespeare Library Delays Reopening, Citing Renovation Project’s Complexity

The $80.5 million renovation will see the library adding 12,000 square feet of new public space — but it won’t open this year.

Feb 21, 2023

How ‘Buy Nothing’ Groups Bring Locals Together … And Tear Them Apart

The hyperlocal network is meant to build community through the exchange of free stuff. Sometimes, like in the Capitol Hill group, it does the opposite.

Sep 01, 2022

On Capitol Hill, A Contentious Bike Lane Has Spawned A Confusing Pair Of Election Battles

In November residents in a northeastern corner of Capitol Hill will vote on whether to recall their Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner from her current term — and re-elect her to another.

Aug 08, 2022

First Look: Fight Club Ramps Up With Messy Sandwiches and Boozy Draft Punches On Capitol Hill

Former Capitol Hill pop-up Fight Club is now in full swing at its permanent location, offering daily happy hours, brunch, and more.

Jan 11, 2022

Norton Wants To End Old-Timey System Of Hand-Delivering D.C. Legislation To Congress

The D.C. Council has to hand-deliver legislation to Congress. There must be a better way, says Eleanor Holmes Norton.

Nov 18, 2021

Proposed Redistricted D.C. Map Would Transfer Navy Yard To Ward 8, Extend Ward 7 West Into Capitol Hill

The expected expansion of Ward 8 across the Anacostia River reflected the fact that fast-growing Ward 6 had more people than any other part of the city.

Oct 15, 2021

National Park Service Clears Homeless Encampment On Capitol Hill

The encampment at 3rd Street and Massachusetts Avenue NE was located on a small plot of federal land, leaving the responsibility of clearing it to the National Park Service — not D.C.

Sep 14, 2021

First Look: Capitol Hill Has A Sleek New Gin Bar, The Wells

“I wanted to create something that felt like you stepped into another world.”

Jul 14, 2021

Capital Turnaround, A New 850-Seat Entertainment Venue In Navy Yard, Opens In August

Originally slated to open in March 2020, Capital Turnaround finally sees its big break.

Jul 10, 2021

‘This Is Like My Front Yard’: Locals Celebrate The Removal Of The Capitol Fence

“It’s such a peaceful day. It really feels like things have started to turn around,” said one visitor to the newly opened Capitol grounds.

 
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