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Apr 20, 2020

You Can Get Hitched In D.C. Again, Maybe Over Video Chat

Previously, D.C. was only issuing marriage licenses for “emergency matters.”

Aug 31, 2016

The Lovings’ Marriage License Is Now On Display At D.C. Court

Plus other historic marriage licenses from U.S. presidents, D.C. mayors, and more.

Feb 12, 2015

D.C. Superior Court To Perform Valentine’s Day Weddings, Even Though Love Is Evil

For the first time ever, the D.C. Superior Court will open its doors on a Saturday to perform 14 weddings.

Oct 03, 2014

D.C. Area Is Good For Ladiez Who Just Want A Dude To Put A Ring On It

Because getting married is clearly an issue that only women need to worry about to the point that they may relocate.

Oct 01, 2013

D.C. Won’t Perform Weddings During the Federal Government Shutdown

Sorry, love birds: D.C. courts won’t be performing weddings while the federal government is shutdown.

Feb 05, 2013

D.C. Bill Would Allow Couples to More Easily Choose Officiants for Weddings

Under a new bill proposed by Councilmember Tommy Wells (D-Ward 6), D.C. weddings could be officiated by non-religious figures.

Dec 07, 2012

Maryland Issues First Same-Sex Marriage Licenses

Maryland yesterday issued its first same-sex marriage licenses, making a law that passed the General Assembly last year and was endorsed by 52 percent voters on Election Day a reality.

Nov 02, 2012

D.C.: More Mistresses Than Phoenix, But Fewer Than LA

D.C.’s got its fair share of mistresses, it seems.

Aug 12, 2012

Save the Date: Artist Gets Married and Divorced Seven Times In One Day

Artist Kathryn Cornelius gets married and divorce seven times on one day in her Save the Date

May 29, 2012

Same-Sex Marriage Opponents in Maryland to Turn In Batch of Signatures for Referendum

Opponents of same-sex marriage in Maryland are planning on turning in just shy of 40,000 signatures today, moving them closer to the 55,736 signatures need to put marriage equality on the November ballot.

 
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