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Bowser moves to formally repeal D.C.’s ‘sanctuary city’ status
Four lines of text buried deep in a 300-page budget bill reflect the changing posture of D.C. officials on immigration.
Martin Austermuhle
Martin is a former reporter and editor for WAMU 88.5 and DCist.com. He's been in D.C. for 22 years, and tries to ride his bike everywhere he can.
DCish
Behold: The new Dave Thomas Circle is done, and it's glorious
The infamous Northeast intersection, known best for a Wendy's and epic traffic jams, has been reconfigured and spruced up.
D.C. Explained
Everything you need to know about D.C.'s Advisory Neighborhood Commissions
Unsung heroes of hyperlocal government, or petty tyrants?
DCish
All hail D.C.'s robot toilets
The public restroom you didn't know you wanted.
Building The 51st
Building the 51st: A note from Martin
Sometimes reporting can feel like nailing Jell-o to a wall.
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D.C. pole vaulters and skateboarders hope they aren’t forgotten in push for new Commanders stadium
A world-class pole vaulting facility and skate park could be replaced by new bars and restaurants.
Wilson Building Bulletin
Wilson Building Bulletin: Jeanine Pirro brings her brand of justice to D.C.
All hail the new U.S. Attorney for D.C.
washrag
Washrag: Kennedy's up shit creek
We won't be asking a certain cabinet secretary for his favorite Memorial Day swimming options.
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‘It’s terrifying’: ICE threats spark week of anxiety in D.C.
Federal agents visited restaurants, while feared raids of schools never came to pass.
D.C. Council has little appetite for reviving the tipped wage fight
Bowser wants to repeal Initiative 82, but at least half of lawmakers say they’re opposed.
Wilson Building Bulletin
Wilson Building Bulletin: Remember when Bowser was a stadium skeptic?
The mayor says the council should move quickly to approve the stadium deal. But they're following in her footsteps and taking their time.
Wilson Building Bulletin
Wilson Building Bulletin: Mixed reactions from the D.C. Council on the Commanders deal
The devil is in the details, and lawmakers are waiting on the details.