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Federal judge limits warrantless immigration arrests in D.C.
Lawyers say federal agents unlawfully operated under an ‘arrest first, ask questions later’ policy.
Janeese Lewis George launches bid for D.C. mayor
The progressive lawmaker has big plans, but faces political and practical obstacles.
This holiday season, Free DC wants you to "procott" these local businesses
A new shopping guide features dozens of places that have pledged to support D.C.'s autonomy.
Bowser bows out, saying she won’t run for a fourth term as mayor
Her decision creates a huge opening for the mayoral contest in 2026.
Federal judge rules Trump’s deployment of National Guard in D.C. is ‘unlawful’
The 2,300 Guardsmen aren’t headed home just yet, though.
When federal agents shoot people in D.C., there are few details — and little accountability
D.C. police officers are held to one standard, federal agents another.
Why D.C.'s dockless e-bikes are rolling slower
Officials say new limits are intended to address issues with speeding and crime, particularly among teens.
With another extension, debate continues on youth curfew
It's temporary for now, but Mayor Muriel Bowser wants to make it permanent.
D.C. will use its own money to pay for SNAP benefits amid shutdown
The Trump administration has refused to use contingency funding to pay for food assistance.
Mount Pleasant’s sidewalk astronomer might have to leave his home
But Gael Gomez wants people to keep looking up — at the sky and in life.
D.C. residents speak out against MPD’s work with ICE at D.C. Council
Local cooperation with immigration enforcement has become a flash point since the federal surge in D.C.
Tips for parenting during the federal occupation
We asked experts how to discuss ICE, the National Guard deployment, and the current political moment with kids.
