A note from Martin
The 51st's first full-time reporter reflects on what it means to be a D.C. news outlet in 2025.
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State of the unions: The shutdown made it harder to say ‘I do’ in D.C.
The congressional spending fight shuttered the office that issues marriage licenses in the city.
This moment isn’t normal, but here’s our glimmer of hope
Lessons from a cooperative businesses conference, and being a part of a larger movement
13 things to do around D.C. this weekend
The next few days are full of ways to celebrate local culture in the crisp air, including several fall festivals.
Coffee contest and copaganda: Your weekly Civics Roundup
Plus, a chance to question D.C.'s Attorney General.
D.C. renters face record eviction levels amid dwindling aid and rising housing costs
New data shows evictions have surged past pre-pandemic levels, fueled by shrinking aid, high rents, and weakened tenant protections.
Is the long saga of the ride-hailing app Empower finally over?
The company, which claims to provide a better service than Uber or Lyft, has been defying regulators for five years.
D.C. breweries fear a new bottle-deposit bill could sink their businesses
Lawmakers are considering the measure to help clean up the Anacostia River.
Wilson Building Bulletin: Curfews and closed doors
The D.C. Council rejected a bill extending the youth curfew. Until it didn't.
For 1,250 days, Alan has given out free water at a busy Brightwood intersection
He’s built a community that stood up for him when the threat of eviction loomed.
14 things to do around D.C. this weekend
The shutdown continues — but our local arts and culture scene is going strong.
Opinion: Locking kids up isn't working. Here's what we should do instead.
Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker introduced a policy package this week that he says is aimed at addressing the root causes of violence.
