Despite an increase in police presence on M Street NE, shootings continue to happen. Renters say they are fed up.
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Josie Ansbacher
Impeachment inquiry echoes across the Atlantic
European countries like Italy are influenced by American politics and culture, and the impeachment inquiry is no exception.
Emily Hayes
Local prodigy turned national icon
“I let out the biggest scream. This day, Dominica got its first-ever Olympic medal, and it just so happens to be gold.”
Tayo Ojewunmi-Ojo
Flooding doesn’t stop sales at District Wharf Municipal Fish Market
“Next customer!” yelled a Municipal Fish Market employee while pouring water out of his boot. The Municipal Fish Market, located at the end of District Wharf, is underwater–and still conducting business. Historic...
Haley Murphy
Pickleball’s prevalence: Arlington County volleys solutions to match increased demand
Arlington County's Department of Parks and Recreation is looking to meet heightened demand for pickleball courts while balancing the needs of other sports.
Rachel Looker
Homeless residents encounter support, hostility in Foggy Bottom
Wealthy and homeless residents try to coexist in the neighborhood with mixed results.
The Wash Staff
Small businesses to vacate space for Westbard Shopping Center redevelopment
Bethesda small businesses were ordered to vacate the development zone by November 30. With a long history in the neighborhood, shop owners said higher rental prices are forcing them to close for good.
Siddhi Mahatole
An iconic late-night restaurant in Georgetown faces pressure to close early amid mounting neighborhood mischief and crime
George's King of Falafel and Cheesesteak is the only late-night restaurant in Georgetown, but their hours of operation may soon be forced to change after nearby residents expressed concerns about the restaurant's...
Mike Pesoli
‘This industry is defined by resilience.’ Dupont Circle business owners experience both challenges and opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic
Dupont Circle had “significant” business turnover during the pandemic, with 25 closings and 10 openings in the last year and a half throughout the Business Improvement District.
Heidi Kirk
One last lawsuit over McMillan, even as development appears inevitable
Last of its kind litigation as City changes rules on future developments.
Alex Ellerbeck