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13 things to do around D.C. this Halloweekend
Decorate sugar skulls, catch a classic film, and explore a mansion with more than 80 secret doors.
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3 strange but delicious cocktails to try
With ingredients like habanero-cilantro shrub, shiso bitters, and roasted bell pepper.
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Meet our team: Eric Falquero
It takes a village to make The 51st. We’ll occasionally dedicate some space to introducing a member of the team.
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If 5% of the people who have canceled their Washington Post subscriptions joined the 51st, we’d be fully funded.
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A gas explosion put 38 families out of a home. Where do they go?
Many of these residents have lived in Columbia Heights for decades. Their precarious situation shows just how hard it can be for longtime residents of D.C. to stay here.
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Wilson Building Bulletin: 911 hearing, ending child marriage, DCHA check-in
Rounding up the weekly news from D.C.'s seat of government
Weekend Events
13 things to do around D.C. this weekend
A Palestinian film festival, a Black tattoo convention, a Halloween drag brunch, and more happenings for this last October weekend.
Arts and Eats
How to spend a date day in Baltimore
Spend a day gallivanting around Baltimore with Christina Sturdivant Sani.
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D.C. podcaster talks Love is Blind ahead of finale
Is marriage a cult? Is reality TV love a scam? All that, and more.
D.C. Explained
D.C.'s ranked-choice voting initiative, explained
Here’s everything you need to know about Initiative 83, appearing on your ballots this fall.
Weekend Events
12 things to do around D.C. this weekend
Celebrate Howard’s 100th homecoming, learn about worm composting, and attend a Turkish dance party this weekend.
Ask A D.C. Native
Ask A D.C. Native: How long does someone have to live in D.C. before they aren’t a transient?
Longevity is a factor, but you should also check these seven boxes.