One Hecht of a redevelopment: Brewers and distillers have moved into Ivy City and brought life to the once-sleepy northeast neighborhood. A massive redevelopment project on the New York Avenue corridor seems sure to...
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Wash staff
DC fails to enforce its own law, leaving wheelchair users stranded
Wheelchair users still can’t access taxis, as $500,000 pilot ends
Ella Robinson
Businesses, residents react to competing D.C. holiday market sales
While the Dupont Circle market is smaller than the Downtown market, the foot traffic and business sales have been better than expected. As D.C. residents race to complete their holiday shopping, the competition between...
Hannah Campbell
Bars fight for new liquor liability rules, face pushback
Liquor legislation aimed at reforming bar accountability draws supporters and detractors alike.
Riley Ceder
Nearly 1,500 Chevy Chase residents weigh in on future of local library
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.
Lauren Berryman
Frustrated drivers blame confusing parking signs for mass ticketing and towing on a popular Southwest D.C. street
Maine Avenue SW, across the street from District Wharf, is the third most towed street in all of Washington, D.C. Drivers say it's because the parking signs are confusing.
Haley Murphy
Minsky’s salon and owner bring eclectic joy to Tenleytown for decades
Jack Bubis, owner of Minsky's Hair Emporium in Tenleytown, creates lifelong customer relationships with his whimsical space and quality service.
Savannah Kuchar
‘A fast-food desert’: New York Ave. McDonald’s may close soon amid housing boom in NoMa
In NoMa, the looming closure of a familiar fast-food spot sparks community concerns. Some residents, accustomed to its affordability, fear the impact on daily life. A major real estate player's redevelopment plans add...
Kaishi Chhabra
Preserving Washington, D.C. The battle between growth and heritage
“If you educate people about the history of an area, they might be more likely to enjoy it, respect it, and honor it.”
Norwegians on U.S. election results: ‘What have Democrats gotten wrong?’
As Norway looks to the U.S. for trade and security, some Norwegians say they are wary about their ability to rely on the United States during Donald Trump’s second presidential term.
Maria Lawson