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Trump is razing the federal workforce. What will that do to D.C.?
The federal government creates tens of thousands of jobs in D.C., including in adjacent industries like consulting and nonprofits. The fallout on D.C.’s economy could be severe.
D.C. vs. the Musk-Trump takeover: How residents fought back this week
“If someone’s always coming at you, it kind of bonds you together a bit – and you’re seeing that right now.”
What to know if you're arrested in D.C.
Understanding your rights is crucial to protecting yourself and your neighbors.
Wilson Building Bulletin: Let the great stadium debates begin!
Plus an extension of pre-trial detention provisions, and more.
Ask A D.C. Native: Should I raise kids in D.C.?
If you can afford to raise children in the city, here are four reasons why I think you should.
Local florists weigh in: how to pick the perfect V-Day bouquet
There's an art to choosing flower arrangements for different people in your life.
13 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Valentine's Day celebrations are starting early around D.C. Plus, more Lunar New Year festivities, museum tours, art walks, and shows at Wolf Trap.
D.C. Council expels Trayon White
Hi everyone, We're in your inbox with breaking news from The 51st Contributor Martin Austermuhle, reporting on Trayon White's expulsion from the D.C. Council. The unanimous vote took place this afternoon following White's arrest last year and federal indictment on bribery charges. The
The D.C. Council expels Trayon White over bribery charges
But he can still run to reclaim his seat in a special election that will take place in the next few months.
Un año después de la despenalización, vendedores ambulantes de Columbia Heights siguen sin poder obtener licencias
Han pasado 16 meses desde que el Distrito de Columbia creó un nuevo proceso para conceder licencias a los vendedores ambulantes de Columbia Heights y Mount Pleasant. Entonces, ¿por qué hay tan pocos vendedores con licencia?
Columbia Heights street vendors still can’t get licensed
Plus, Trayon White’s last stand, Black History Month events, and more
A year after decriminalization, Columbia Heights street vendors still can't get licensed
It’s been 16 months since D.C. created a new process to license vendors in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant. So why are so few vendors licensed?
Wilson Building Bulletin: Trayon's last stand
The council is poised to boot embattled councilmember Trayon White, but his lawyer argues the legislative body isn't following its own rules.