The Trump administration is about to kill a popular D.C. bike lane
Feds say the 15th Street protected bike lane will cause more traffic during cherry blossom season, but bike advocates say it makes everyone safer.
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Classical education: The feds are getting more involved in how D.C.’s public schools look
President Trump’s vision for what Washington should look like extends well beyond the federal core.
Ward 7 residents remain hopeful despite a tight budget season
Councilmember Wendell Felder convened a budget town hall where participants ranked their funding priorities.
Cocktails, community, and connection in Ward 7
What we heard from residents during our happy hour takeover at The Strand.
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.
A new life for D.C.'s iconic Chateau Lounge
New owners of the old hand dancing spot want to preserve what made it so beloved. But they also want the nightclub to become a community hub.
Opinion: Now is the time to support D.C.’s community schools
If the federal government cuts funding, local investments we make in community schools and family supports are the buffer that keeps neighborhoods from unraveling.
As invasive vines threaten to strangle our trees, volunteers are fighting them back
How local residents are restoring D.C.’s green spaces — and combating the effects of climate change.
Connecting with the community, one scoop at a time
51st team members celebrated the end of summer with ice cream at the Benning Road library.
Frozen out: Beloved D.C. ice rink faces uncertain future after $40 million rebuild
The Fort Dupont Ice Arena remains closed, and the group that ran it says D.C. has mismanaged its reconstruction.
Wilson Building Bulletin: The Commanders get their stadium
And we’ve got some takeaways from our five months of watching the debates and discussions.
Ward 7 residents weigh in on the Commanders stadium deal
"Exciting," "a monumental waste of money," and more thoughts from those closest to the stadium.
Amplifying Ward 7 voices — RFK and beyond
One of the most powerful things about local journalism is that it’s a two-way street. This spring, we’re excited to connect with Ward 7 residents in new and faithful ways.