The number of collisions resulting in injury is up 11% in the District in the past year, according to Department of Transportation data. This comes despite traffic collisions remaining the leading cause of child death...
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Maya McKenzie
Increased community scrutiny makes recruiting new officers difficult in Montgomery County
Police officials point to a “negative campaign against police,” while local activists suggest the issue might be internal.
M Colkitt
Brightwood, Petworth restaurants brace for winter weather amid COVID-19
As colder weather approaches and D.C.’s coronavirus cases increase, some of Petworth’s favorite restaurants are preparing for whatever the winter weather holds.
Myra Patrick
Elevator inspections fall behind in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic
Elevator inspection records revealed flaws in the system, including a drop in inspections and safety checks during the pandemic.
Heidi Kirk
Native plants gain ground, bolstering environmental resilience
Nursery businesses have witnessed a surge in the utilization of native plants in gardens and landscaping throughout Bethesda. Not only has this trend enhanced the region's aesthetic appeal, but it has also played a...
Siddhi Mahatole
City sweeps up NoMa homeless encampments
Homeless encampments are popping up all throughout NoMa’s neighborhood. With tents being set up in underpasses, city officials are under increasing pressure to come up with a solution. Encampment clearings are routine...
Alex Ellerbeck
Mariyah Espinoza
Arlington has committed to the environment. Can Amazon meet the county’s goals?
Arlington County depicts itself as a sustainable haven. Activists refuse to let that commitment waver as Amazon makes its way into the region.
Verónica Del Valle
Local LGBTQ groups bolster resources to trans community during pandemic
Because their community is not often protected from discrimination, LGBTQ people are struggling to secure health care and gender affirming services during the pandemic. So local LGBTQ-focused organizations are...
Dani Birzer
Shootings in Navy Yard-Southwest Waterfront highlight long standing gun violence issues
Two back-to-back shootings come months after a high-profile shooting in July outside Nationals Park in Navy Yard that sent players and attendees fleeing the stadium.
Aneeta Mathur-Ashton
Special operations rescue two men from NBC4 broadcast tower
DC Fire and EMS rescued employees after 3 hours.
