Bowser bows out, saying she won’t run for a fourth term as mayor
Her decision creates a huge opening for the mayoral contest in 2026.
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When federal agents shoot: Few details, little accountability
Plus, a forecast of 2026 elections, fishing with Ernie the Hog Snatcher, and more.
The throttling of D.C.'s e-bikes
Plus, an interview with the Spirit's captain, the future of an iconic Ward 7 nightclub, and more.
Curfew contention on the council
Plus, a tax breakup with the feds, an op-ed on streateries, and more.
Very D.C. Halloween decor 💀🥖
Plus, a report from the D.C. Council hearing on MPD's cooperation with ICE, and how to talk to your kids about the ongoing federal occupation.
Residents want answers about MPD and ICE
Plus, what's going on with Waymo, updates on the National Guard presence, and more news.
Combative, transformative ... chess? ♟️
Plus, a surprising local effect of the continued federal shutdown, and what we learned at a coop conference.
D.C. hits record eviction levels
New data shows surging evictions as aid shrinks and tenant protections weaken
Is it finally the end for Empower?
The long legal saga, explained. Also, a surprising opponent of the bottle bill, a locked door at the D.C. Council, and more.
DCPS leaves international teachers in limbo
Plus, what it means that Trump reinstated capital punishment and fighting displacement east of the river.
Healthcare cuts hit D.C.’s undocumented immigrants
Plus, saving trees from invasive vines, the city’s $$$ problems, and more.