Residents east of the Anacostia river will have access to a wide array of health services provided by George Washington based physicians in 2024 at the new St. Elizabeth’s East hospital. Community outreach will play an...
Fatal DUI crashes hit record high last year, ‘no excuse’ for impaired driving
Local leaders encourage residents to plan transportation before drinking, especially since car accidents tend to increase between Halloween and New Year’s Day.
Despite rising crime in Capitol Hill, residents and officials say growth of the neighborhood not in jeopardy
Some locals say crime waves are just a hazard of life in big cities.
Community responds to feedback process on Pentagon City Planning Study
Arlington County has led a community planning process to obtain feedback on its Pentagon City Planning Study, but some community members say not everyone’s voice was brought to the table.
A month after DHS cut funding for Casa Ruby shelter, future for clients and staff remains unclear
LGBTQ leaders express concern for Casa Ruby clients after funds used for a low-barrier shelter were diverted to national organizations that they say are not safe spaces for the transgender community. Khloe Pitts...
‘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.
Newly introduced Recovery Act could bring minority businesses, affordable housing downtown
As vacancy reaches record high rates downtown, D.C. councilmembers push to repurpose buildings and create affordable housing, mixed-use developments and green spaces.
The retro-metro picks up the slack as 7000 series face inspection
Following the derailment and subsequent withdrawal of the 7000 series trains, the older 3000 series return to take their place.
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.
Southeast city leaders negotiate a dog park out of developer WC Smith amid controversial design review
How do dog parks, playgrounds and barbershops end up in your neighborhood? The answer– city leaders often have to fight to get them added to developers' high-rise plans.
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...
The Drag Queens Have Returned to 17th Street
Thousands flocked to participate in the 34th-year of D.C.’s legendary high heel race.
A ‘dropping ground’: Residents frustrated by lack of action in removing abandoned vehicles
Brightwood residents complain the current system for removing vehicles is convoluted and ineffective ahead of a D.C. Council hearing on a proposed amendment to change the process. In fiscal year 2021, D.C. Department of...
Arlington residents find other modes of transportation amid Metro chaos
Arlington residents struggle navigating the best way to commute since 60% of the Metro fleet has been suspended through at least Oct. 31.
After 20 months of empty stages, the Atlas is on the road to recovery
Like other performing arts organizations, H Street’s Atlas Theater suffered major losses during the pandemic. Now, as it launches its fall season, the enduring success of the Atlas will depend on the financial recovery...
Rental incentives disappear as the market returns to pre-pandemic levels
The rental market in downtown D.C. has fully rebounded, according to a new DowntownDC BID report. Real estate experts cite the return to work, influx of new administration officials, and the reopening of the rest of the...
Here’s what’s going on with the infamous mail delays and delivery issues in DC
United States Postal Service officials hire nearly 100 mail carrier assistants in DC but residents say they are still feeling discouraged with progress
COVID-19 stressors lead to an increase in domestic violence
The District has seen an increase in strangulation related to domestic violence during the pandemic as programs like House of Ruth receive more calls for help from people than years before.






