Dec 03, 2021
Dave Chappelle Controversy Marks Latest Frustration For Some Duke Ellington Students And Parents
Some in the school community say they want more transparency and responsiveness from the school after recent episodes drew national attention.
Jan 31, 2013
Cool Disco Donut Changes Name After Being Criticized for Co-Opting Identity of Legendary D.C. Tagger
A new Dupont Circle donut shop has changed its name after being accused of co-opting the name and identity of one of D.C.’s most famous graffiti artists.
Dec 18, 2012
Ahead of Gertrude Stein Democratic Club Meeting, Legal Battle Continues Over Election Outcome
Tomorrow the members of the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club will gather for a special meeting to discuss a contested leadership election in early December, where three incumbent members were defeated by a slate of newcomers and their supporters.
Dec 14, 2012
Election Controversy Roils D.C. Gay Democratic Club
After three incumbent officers of the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club were beaten by young upstart challengers in early December, some members have called into question the validity of the election.
If nothing else gets in the way—and that’s a big “if”—Klingle Road will become a hiker-biker trail by 2015, some 24 years after it closed to vehicular traffic.
Jul 13, 2012
Memorial Misgivings: Controversy Has Plagued Many of Washington’s Most Famous Landmarks
The controversy surrounding the Eisenhower Memorial isn’t new. In fact, many of Washington’s most famous monuments and memorials have provoked criticism and complaints.
Apr 26, 2012
At Hearing, Barry Battles Back Against Asian American Residents Who Express Disappointment Over Comments
At a hearing today, Councilmember Marion Barry (D-Ward 8) alternated between criticizing the media and Asian American advocates who expressed their disappointment with his recent comments on Asian business owners and Filipino nurses.
Marion Barry’s recent comments on Filipino nurses in D.C. hospitals have provoked a strong rebuke from the Filipino ambassador to the U.S.
Up to 12 Secret Service agents were recalled from Colombia late this week after allegations surfaced that one may have been involved with a prostitute.