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Norton Encouraged by NPS Withdrawal of Proposed Restrictions of Sports on the National Mall, Calls…

Press Release Jul 25, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Fritsch July 24, 2018 Norton Encouraged by NPS Withdrawal of Proposed Restrictions of Sports on the National Mall, Calls for Further Collaboration with Residents WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton…

Norton Blasts Cruz for Filing Amendment to Senate D.C. Appropriations Bill to Block D.C.’s…

Press Release Jul 24, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Fritsch July 24, 2018 Norton Blasts Cruz for Filing Amendment to Senate D.C. Appropriations Bill to Block D.C.’s Individual Health Insurance Mandate WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today…

Washington Post editorial board: House Republicans hit a new low in their disregard for D.C.

Editor Jul 24, 2018

HOUSE REPUBLICANS have hit a new low in their disregard for the District and the right of its residents to govern themselves. Even as they proclaim themselves champions of limited government and personal freedom, they passed a spending plan…

Photo of the Day

Foggy Bottom

Chris Kain Jul 23, 2018

Opinion

jonetta rose barras: Get ready to rumble — general election ahead

jonetta rose barras Jul 23, 2018

A significant part of the DC population may have hightailed it to the beach, but many local political candidates have resigned themselves to the summer heat as they work to score a place on the ballot for the November general election. At…

Opinion

Kim Lehmkuhl: It’s time for a public bank in DC

Commentary Jul 23, 2018

Another financial crisis is coming. At a recent public meeting put on by the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking — ostensibly “to educate District of Columbia residents, small business owners, and other stakeholders on the…

Arts and Culture

The little theater that could: Anacostia Playhouse turns 5

Mark Longaker Jul 23, 2018

It’s been a long hard climb, but the Anacostia Playhouse reached its five-year milestone this month — with flying colors. The small flexible theater, known as a “black box,” is located a few blocks from the Frederick Douglass house in…

ANC Commissioner Appeals to Councilwoman Nadeau on Meridian Hill/16 St Project

Press Release Jul 23, 2018

For Release: July 23, 2018 Contact: Amanda Fox Perry ANC Commissioner Appeals to Councilwoman Nadeau on Meridian Hill/16 St Project Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Amanda Fox Perry (ANC 1C08) is asking Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne…

Opinion

Kate Goodall and Virginia Shore: A look back at a DC arts festival designed to promote empathy

Commentary Jul 23, 2018

In these divisive times, is civil conversation between people on different sides of an issue possible? Can the arts bridge the cultural divide and help provide common ground? Reflecting on the inaugural By The People Festival held last…

Temporary Closures on Monroe Street NE Bridge July 21 and July 23

Press Release Jul 20, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 20, 2018 Media Contacts Terry Owens Lauren Stephens Temporary Closures on Monroe Street NE Bridge July 21 and July 23 (Washington, DC) – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is…

Bowser Administration to Host 2019 Immigrant Justice Legal Services Grant Program Informational…

Press Release Jul 20, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 20, 2018 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) Bowser Administration to Host 2019 Immigrant Justice Legal Services Grant Program Informational Sessions Bowser Administration Also Hosting Two “Know…

Temporary Bus Lanes and Parking Restrictions Begin on Rhode Island Ave NE July 21

Press Release Jul 20, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 20, 2018 Media Contacts Terry Owens Lauren Stephens Temporary Bus Lanes and Parking Restrictions Begin on Rhode Island Ave NE July 21 (Washington,DC) -- The District Department of…

AG Racine Demands Answers from ICE on Immigration Crackdowns in DC

Press Release Jul 20, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, July 20, 2018 MEDIA CONTACT: Rob Marus, Communications Director Marrisa Geller, Public Affairs…

Arts and Culture

Reel DC: Dystopian edition

Pat Padua Jul 20, 2018

Reel DC is The DCLine's selective and subjective guide to some of the most interesting arthouse and repertory screenings in the coming week. PLANET OF THE APES One of the most enduring science fiction franchises in cinema…

Opinion

jonetta rose barras: Defanging enforcement

jonetta rose barras Jul 19, 2018

In the flurry of its pre-summer recess activities, the DC Council passed the Traffic and Parking Ticket Penalty Amendment Act of 2018. A compilation of four different bills, the legislation, among other things, would extend the time for…

Arts and Culture

Art installation honors African-American military role during Civil War

Jason Williams Jul 19, 2018

Celebrations are underway to mark the 20th anniversary of the African American Civil War Memorial and Museum. The four-day commemoration features panel discussions, re-enactments, book signings and a special acknowledgment of the arts in…

Puppy World Cup Takes the Field at Columbia Heights

Press Release Jul 19, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 19, 2018 Puppy World Cup Takes the Field at Columbia Heights DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647 DPR Media Contacts: Michael Tucker Jr. (Washington, DC) - Mayor Muriel Bowser and …

Norton Fight to Remove Record Number of Anti-Home-Rule Riders from Final D.C. Spending Bill is On

Press Release Jul 19, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Fritsch July 19, 2018 Norton Fight to Remove Record Number of Anti-Home-Rule Riders from Final D.C. Spending Bill is On WASHINGTON, D.C.—Although the fiscal year 2019 District of Columbia Appropriations bill passed by…

Theodore Roosevelt Bridge Onramp from Arlington Boulevard Closed July 20-23

Press Release Jul 19, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2018 Media Contacts Terry Owens Lauren Stephens Theodore Roosevelt Bridge Onramp from Arlington Boulevard Closed July 20-23 (Washington, DC) -- The District Department of Transportation…

Temporary Lane Closure on I-295 Begins July 23

Editor Jul 19, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2018 Media Contacts Terry Owens Lauren Stephens Temporary Lane Closure on I-295 Begins July 23 (Washington, DC) – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close…

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District Links: Report card gives DC an A-minus on the state of its tree canopy; Bowser seeks authority to buy surplus…

Apr 29, 2026 4

A newly issued report card on the state of DC's trees offers an overall grade of A-minus — the same as last year — but warns that the city has been losing ground on its goal of reaching a 40% canopy…

District Links: New report cites 5.7% drop in DC jobs over past year; OCF investigating claims against Lewis George…

Apr 28, 2026 26

A new report on DC's economic and revenue trends shows a 5.7% drop in jobs over the last year and an increase in the office vacancy rate to 18.3%.

District Links: Bowser resubmits PSC nominations fought by environmentalists; group rejects calls to drop White House…

Apr 27, 2026 16

Mayor Muriel Bowser last week withdrew — and then resubmitted — two controversial nominations for the Public Service Commission that would have otherwise been deemed disapproved at month's end.

District Links: Bowser, Pirro unveil legislation to address rise in domestic violence; Allen bill would enable…

Apr 24, 2026 13

With domestic violence accounting for a growing share of homicides and assaults with a dangerous weapon in the District, Mayor Muriel Bowser and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro today announced new…

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