D.C. Council extends the curfew till April. Navy Yard residents question whether this is a fair public safety measure.
Five intersections closed and a total of 40 arrests made as protestors demand congressional action before the legislative session ends this week.
Keepers are making progress vaccinating animals deemed high-risk for infection from Covid-19.
The Wash spoke with zookeepers across the campus to confirm information about the shots.
The result of a gap in the L’Enfant Plan, Dave Thomas Circle was never meant to be born.
County leaders said they are pleased by the volume of public input. They plan to review comments later this month before deciding which building plan to add to the County Executive’s budget.
From a mass vaccination site to a full house on the opening weekend of August Wilson’s Seven Guitars in just a few months, Arena Stage has proved itself a vital hub in the Southwest Washington D.C community.
Families of victims of the opioid crisis say the Sackler family needs to be prosecuted for their role in the opioid crisis and for the way they marketed OxyContin.
Fire Department investigates why a blaze at the same establishment reignited.
A white nationalist hate group descended on the National Mall, sparking immense police presence. However, the demonstration was eclipsed by a disorganized departure which caused significant traffic disruptions.
Witnesses said shootings are not uncommon in their neighborhood.
The Metropolitan Police Department believes they are working to address residents’ safety concerns and reduce violent crime.
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