Kordell Martin
Ellen Tannor
Kelly Doyle
Yi Ya (Becky) Tseng
Isabel Del MastroEnding the five month long search, Alexandria City Council voted 5-1 to appoint James Parajon, deputy city manager of Arlington, Texas, as the next city manager.
Muhammed Al RefaiTwo victims shot near a playground in Fort Totten
Witnesses said shootings are not uncommon in their neighborhood.
Elise Kline‘All about unity.’ Ward 5 candidate emphasizes diversity at campaign event
Ward 5 residents at Gordon Fletcher’s meet and greet worry about public safety, housing affordability and education.
Alice BerryLabor shortages, high prices maintain grip on Logan Circle businesses through the pandemic
When COVID-19 struck, many businesses across D.C. closed their doors and said goodbye to their staff. Now, Logan Circle businesses face a new challenge: getting their staff to come back.
Grace NardeiRise in violent crime in NoMa creates anxiety for residents
The Metropolitan Police Department believes they are working to address residents’ safety concerns and reduce violent crime.
‘He’s back!’ Santa Claus is here. This time, he’s vaccinated.
Santa Claus is back at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City until Christmas Eve. He and the rest of the staff are required to be vaccinated and parents have the choice to take photos socially distanced or on his lap.
Heather MacNeilFarming the future: Family-owned MoCo farms bounce back
Montgomery County family-owned farms faced losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic and commercialization, but future businesses look to rejuvenate the Agricultural Reserve.
Gianna GronowskiMore than just park cleanup: CoHi religious group emphasizes importance of service
A park cleanup day in Columbia Heights led by the Baha’i Institute reminds community members of the importance and need for service.
Kahindo MusungiraHere’s what you need to know about DC’s leaf blower ban
The sale and use of gas-powered leaf blowers will be prohibited in the District starting in January. Environmental advocates say it’s a move in the right direction.
Rosie HughesDC holiday market gives small businesses a chance to operate downtown
Organizers hope the market will help small businesses engage with the downtown environment, a market that is typically out of their reach.
Keely BastowAn 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‘Love that chicken from Popeyes’: viral rat video sparks conversation in Capitol Hill
As concerns over the state of health in many restaurants arise in Capitol Hill after the Popeyes incident, an ANC chair recommends implementing a new system of grading restaurants.
Kayla GallagherPetworth leaders say ‘crews’ behind surge in violence
As violence between long-standing groups has increased in Petworth, local leaders try to get to the root of the problem by investing time and resources in community outreach programs.
Carley WelchWith thefts on the rise, Dupont Circle residents brace for the holiday season
The Wash spoke to community members about safeguarding themselves from porch pirates and the problem often overlooked at the heart of the issue.
McKenzie BeardMPD pursuing vehicle associated with weekend Navy Yard shooting
The Saturday shooting at the unit block of I Street SE comes amid a 2% rise in crime in the nation’s capital, with an estimated 200 homicides reported in 2021 alone.
Aneeta Mathur-AshtonArlington County Turkey Trot succeeded despite changes
Thousands of Arlington County Turkey Trot participants faced cold weather, police shortage, and COVID precautions.
Bloomingdale house fire leaves six displaced
On Friday afternoon, a house fire broke out on First Street NW, prompting a quick response from the DC Fire and EMS Department.
The Afghan Resettlement Report
The Afghan Resettlement Report looks at the journey of evacuees fleeing Taliban rule following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Six American University students report on local efforts to welcome evacuees into the...
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