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Madeleine Sherer
Future of Shaw park spaces in limbo
The controversial development of Banneker High School in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington D.C. will temporarily close two of Shaws’ most utilized public park spaces.
Elise Dean
The Metro kicks off construction for new headquarters
Construction on WMATA headquarter’s new Southwest D.C. home is officially underway. The building company Gilbane is carrying out construction, which started mid-November and is currently focused on internal demolition...
Maya McKenzie
Why has the United Arab Emirates donated $180 million to a local D.C. hospital?
Soft money donations build goodwill, according to experts.
Alex Ellerbeck
Kings of the neighborhood: Feral cats pose a problem for dog walkers
Feral cats near Takoma Park repeatedly attack dogs and their owners as they pass by.
Gianna Gronowski
As DC Streetcar plans expansion, community conflicted over merits and faults
Next spring, DDOT will break ground on D.C. Streetcar’s expansion onto Benning Road. While some community members have long advocated for this project, others aren’t sure the slow-moving tram is worth the bill.
Rosie Hughes
Former Fairfax elementary teacher arrested for sexual battery of a minor
Police urge anyone who may have had a concerning interaction with suspect Roger McKay to contact the Major Crimes Bureau.
M Colkitt
Year-long delays continue on Ward 8 grocery store
Good Food Markets aims to bring grocery stores to low income neighborhoods, but has faced obstacles both before and during the coronavirus pandemic.
Lola Fadulu
‘It is unbelievable that this is still coming up.’ Dupont residents continue long-standing arguments about protected bike lanes on 17th Street
In July, DDOT converted the 17th Street corridor to add an additional bike lane and room for streetearies as part of a continual project to make the street more friendly for all users. Despite the changes, many...
Heidi Kirk
Porch Pirates prey on Hill residents
With more and more Americans staying and working from home, many have opted to have their food, clothes, and other items delivered to their doorstep. Unfortunately, some residents in Capitol Hill never get to see them.
Tobi Raji