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Wilson Building Bulletin: Jeanine Pirro brings her brand of justice to D.C.
All hail the new U.S. Attorney for D.C.
Ask A D.C. Native: Why do D.C. natives have an official day?
While native Washingtonians contribute so much to the District's vibrancy, we're too often overlooked.
Washrag: Kennedy's up shit creek
We won't be asking a certain cabinet secretary for his favorite Memorial Day swimming options.
14 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a street fair or an artist’s workshop, kick off World Pride with a musical performance, or relish spring at a strawberry festival.
A housing advocacy town hall and dance party: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, a trans monument unveiling, silent auction, and book talk.
‘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: 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.
12 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Check out a bonsai festival, tour Europe's embassies, and find out what an intraterrestrial is.
Why is your utility bill so high? Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, Black Mothers March, a film screening, and an environmental walking tour.
Opinion: While Mayor Bowser stood with Trump, D.C. residents were left vulnerable
I'm excited the NFL Draft is coming to D.C., but not if it means running cover for hateful rhetoric about immigrants
Why this Columbia Heights elementary school is facing massive budget cuts
Harriet Tubman Elementary is facing almost a million dollar slash that teachers say could have a profound impact on the school's at-risk students. DCPS says the school will remain appropriately staffed.