News - The 51st

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Here’s everything you need to know about the housing bills in the D.C. Council

And yes, we finally explain what the heck TOPA is.

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Looking back on a complicated WorldPride

Against a tense political backdrop and corporate pullback, many locals turned out just as they do every year.

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What to know about the military parade marching into town

And how to avoid it.

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Photos: WorldPride weekend in D.C.

It marked the city's 50th annual Pride celebration and the 25th anniversary of WorldPride.

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Update: Fencing around Dupont Circle coming down after local criticism of National Park Service decision

The fencing was in place for just over 24 hours, and comes down only hours before the WorldPride Parade is scheduled to begin.

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Thousands in D.C. could lose health coverage under budget plan

Under financial and political pressure, the mayor is moving to roll back public coverage for low-income and undocumented residents.

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What’s in the mayor’s long-awaited budget proposal?

In a difficult economic climate, Mayor Muriel Bowser laid out a series of “growth” initiatives, cuts to social services, and plans to replace the streetcar.

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Bowser moves to formally repeal D.C.’s ‘sanctuary city’ status

Four lines of text buried deep in a 300-page budget bill reflect the changing posture of D.C. officials on immigration.

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Despite hostile politics and sponsor retreat, WorldPride forges ahead

The budget for the event was slashed by 25% amid a corporate pullback, but the celebration is marching forth.

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What to know about the changes coming to Metrobus this summer

In case you haven't heard: Hundreds of stops are being removed, bus lines are being renamed, and routes are being reworked.

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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.

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‘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.