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Jun 23, 2022

D.C. Council Chair Supports Plan To Request RFK Land, But Opposes New Stadium

A majority of the D.C. Council has already said it opposes putting a new football stadium on the 190-acre site on the east end of Capitol Hill.

Jun 21, 2022

It’s Primary Day In D.C. Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Where can I vote? Is it too late to use my mail ballot? What seats are open? We answer these questions — and more.

Jun 10, 2022

In-Person Early Voting Kicks Off Ahead Of June 21 D.C. Primary

Thirty-nine early voting centers around D.C. will be open from June 10-19. Voters can still return their mail ballots at drop boxes or through USPS.

Jun 02, 2022

With Voting Underway, D.C. Mayoral Candidates Tussle Over Crime And Housing In TV Debate

The three mayoral contenders sparred over how best to fight crime and build more affordable housing, but also shared personal regrets from their careers.

May 03, 2022

McDuffie Suspends Campaign For D.C. Attorney General, Doesn’t Rule Out Future Runs

Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie also said the D.C. Council should clarify the law spelling out who can run for attorney general.

Apr 22, 2022

McDuffie Appeals Ruling That Knocked Him Off Ballot For Attorney General

Lawyers say that Kenyan McDuffie, who has served on the D.C. Council for a decade, regularly used his legal skills in writing and passing legislation and should be allowed to run for attorney general.

Apr 12, 2022

D.C.’s Domestic Violence Services Organizations Say They Face Budget Shortfalls Amid Skyrocketing Need

The pandemic’s increase in domestic violence paired with longstanding underfunding means they’re unable to do their work effectively.

Mar 31, 2022

Marijuana Gifters Face Closure Under D.C. Council Bill, But Getting Medical Weed Would Be Easier

An emergency bill from the D.C. Council’s chairman could snuff out the growing number of stores and services that offer “gifts” of marijuana, serving as a shadow market for recreational weed.

Mar 21, 2022

Bowser Uses Budget To Reverse D.C. Council On Police In Schools, Child Welfare Watchdog

The D.C. Council voted last year to gradually pull police out of schools, but the mayor’s proposed budget would reverse that.

Dec 29, 2021

Here Are The New Laws Going Into Effect Jan. 1 Across The D.C. Region

A number of new laws will take effect around the D.C. area in the new year, including a jump in the minimum wage and a plastic bag tax.

 
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