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Dec 13, 2023

‘It Ain’t Over’: D.C. Officials Hold Out Hope They Can Keep Wizards, Capitals In The City

D.C. officials believe Virginia’s deal could still fall apart. But Mayor Muriel Bowser is preparing for a downtown without the teams nonetheless.

Sep 13, 2023

Pickleball Courts Are Popping Up Near The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

The “National Mall of Pickleball” event will offer three days of free court time for players of all ages and skill levels.

Sep 11, 2023

Fans Came Back To FedEx Field For Commanders’ Football On Sunday, But Will It Continue?

Sunday marked the team’s first regular season game under new ownership and vibes were immaculate. But what happens if the team stops winning?

Sep 08, 2023

Can Investment Entice The Commanders To Stay At FedEx Field?

Prince George’s County and the state of Maryland are investing millions into redeveloping the Blue Line corridor and upgrading FedEx Field. Will it be enough to keep the Commanders in Maryland?

Aug 01, 2023

‘I Don’t Care. I’m Getting In’: Why These Black Adults In The D.C. Region Are Learning To Swim

If a parent doesn’t know how to swim, there’s a 70% chance their child won’t either— so what happens when that child grows up?

Mar 29, 2023

Howard University’s Incredible Swimming Season Was About Much More Than School Pride

The Howard swimming team recently became champions. But it’s also looking to affect swimming disparities in Black communities across the region.

Dec 22, 2022

Wrestling Is Back In D.C. Public Schools, And Girls Are Joining In

After a 30-year absence, co-ed wrestling is back in D.C. public schools. The relaunch comes as wrestling is one of the fastest growing sports among girls in the U.S.

Dec 15, 2022

Metro Will Stay Open Late For The Commanders Game This Weekend

The team is also paying to make it free to ride for fans.

Nov 29, 2022

Wunder Garten Was Packed For USA’s World Cup Win Over Iran

As the U.S. scored its first goal against the Iranian national team in the 2022 World Cup Tuesday, a crowd of 300 people packed into a beer garden in Northeast D.C. erupted into a chant: “USA! USA! USA!”

Oct 21, 2022

Could The End Of The Dan Snyder Commanders Dynasty Be Approaching?

ESPN reporter Don Van Natta explains the latest developments involving Dan Snyder and the Washington Commanders.

 
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