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Tenleytown community staple Duane Foster reflects back on 50 years of life

Duane Foster feels his 50 years of age in his back, ankles and knees, but he also feels it in his outlook on life, his sense of self and in the rich community he’s found for himself.

Montgomery County to ban plastic carryout bags

If the bill passes, it will also raise the current tax on paper bags from five to ten cents.

Retail thefts hit four-year high in Georgetown

Independent businesses and a community of block captains are staying vigilant.

GoGo advocates and city officials celebrate nation’s first GoGo museum

First of its kind, The GoGo Museum & Cafe opened its doors at a soft launch party celebrating the history and preservation of GoGo Music and culture.

Finding Solace in Nature: D.C. Area Parks Serve as Retreats for Reflection, Community, Resilience

Park visitors say these green spaces provide a much-needed refuge, fostering personal reflection, community bonding, and mental resilience.

Inside DMV Nightlife: The highs, lows, and unseen challenges

The D.C. area's nightlife scene is adapting to post-pandemic shifts and changing social dynamics. Industry professionals say their challenge lies in finding the balance between maintaining a safe, celebratory environment while fostering deeper, more...

Complex political identity: Diverse drivers behind Arab American support for Trump in the DMV

Arab Americans in the Washington area who voted for Donald Trump share diverse reasons for that support: from family values to foreign policy to economic relief.

After Kamala Harris lost the election, some voters lost their appetite

Voters grieving Kamala Harris’s election loss are having a hard time keeping an appetite. Dietitians say that's normal.

Latest shooting in NoMa sparks backlash

Despite an increase in police presence on M Street NE, shootings continue to happen. Renters say they are fed up.

DC passes Initiative 83 bringing ranked choice voting and semi-open primaries to the District

The $1.2 million campaign received resounding support from voters, but two lawsuits lie ahead.

Arab American voters shift to Trump in Michigan, citing peace promises and opposition to Middle East conflicts

President-Elect Donald Trump thanked Arab and Muslim voters in his victory speech to supporters. There was a reason for that.

Downtown D.C. businesses remain boarded up following election

Businesses remain fearful until Inauguration Day, windows will stay covered and customers are sparse.

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