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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.

Mural of Marvin Gaye, a Black singer, wearing a purple suit in front of a color, musical background.

Ask A D.C. Native

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

Washrag: Kennedy's up shit creek

We won't be asking a certain cabinet secretary for his favorite Memorial Day swimming options.

Dancers on the parade route at the 2015 Fiesta Asia Street Fair

Weekend Events

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.

Colorful mur that says GOGOHEAD! with green creature in the background.

Civics Roundup

A housing advocacy town hall and dance party: Your weekly Civics Roundup

Plus, a trans monument unveiling, silent auction, and book talk.

Mural of young girl with Yo Vivo Aqui written to her left in red and green painted on her right.

News

‘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.

Person holding a sign that reads No I82 Repeal Stop The Steal

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.

Graphic of D.C. mayor and councilmember in front of a decrepit stadium with red question marks, money, and a football overhead.

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.

A garden featuring a waterfall, rock art, bright pink flowers, and a Japanese Maple Tree.

Weekend Events

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.

A city sidewalk with the word Pepco spraypainted in red.

Civics Roundup

Why is your utility bill so high? Your weekly Civics Roundup

Plus, Black Mothers March, a film screening, and an environmental walking tour.

Opinion

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

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