D.C. is at the halfway point for its ambitious waste mitigation goal, yet there’s still too much being thrown away. Even for activists fighting to stop it.
The foundation has been working to preserve and restore the historically Black sacred burial ground, Mount Zion-Female Union Band Society Cemeteries, which is tucked away on Georgetown’s Q Street.
Ellen Granberg is the first woman to head George Washington University. It’s well documented that representation matters, and while there are more women in higher education than before, women still face unique...
Residents support the intent behind the resolution but don’t agree with all aspects.
Changes in medical cannabis laws in D.C. are setting the stage for a potential revolution in the local cannabis industry. Experts are excited about these changes but express concerns with the new regulatory system's...
Difficulties with contractors held up progress to a small degree, but project managers expect to see construction by the end of the year.
Police loaded busses and vans with protestors after they were arrested for demonstrating inside a House office building.
Hundreds gathered in front of the Israeli Embassy in D.C., protesting Israel’s attacks on Gaza. A large police presence closed Van Ness Street between Connecticut Ave and Reno Road Wednesday night. This area is the...
Liquor legislation aimed at reforming bar accountability draws supporters and detractors alike.
GWU students say arming campus police officers is unnecessary and that the university fails to address actual safety concerns.
The ANC’s support of WMATA’s multi-billion dollar rail expansion could help bring a new Metro station to Georgetown.
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