WTOP: Candidate for DC mayor goes to court to be included in TV debate
A candidate for D.C. mayor wants a court to order that he be allowed to participate in Wednesday night’s debate that will be broadcast on WTTG-TV (Channel 5).
Yearly Archives
2022
Washington Post: Norton: D.C. leaders’ disagreement leaves RFK Stadium plan in lurch
Disagreement between D.C.'s mayor and council chairman has for months prevented the introduction of a bill in Congress that would allow the city to purchase and develop the derelict RFK Stadium site, according to Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton…
Washington Post: New academy will train workers who mediate conflict on D.C. streets
The D.C. Peace Academy hopes to train 150 people by the end of 2023
Washington Post: James Butler asks court to compel his inclusion in D.C. mayoral debate
D.C. mayoral candidate James Butler is asking local courts to allow him to be included in a planned debate Wednesday night that will feature the other three Democratic contenders for mayor, arguing that he was unfairly excluded.
WTOP: DC Fire and EMS wants more bystanders to learn CPR
Four D.C. firefighters competed at Nationals Park Tuesday to see who could do the best chest compressions and bag breathing.
DCist: At Least One Public School And D.C. Central Cell Block Are Without Working Air Conditioning
As temperatures reach the 90s in D.C. on Tuesday, various public facilities including the city’s Central Cell Block and a few schools have been without air conditioning.
Courtland Milloy in The Post: The Determination of the Capitol City Robotics Club
The Capitol City Robotics club recently competed in a world robotics championship in Dallas. The youngsters were surprised by the high-quality coding and craftsmanship of their peers from abroad. A duo from Taichung’s Mingdao High School…
Washington Business Journal: Pennsylvania company stands to become sole owner of GWU Hospital under…
Universal Health Services Inc. is poised to become George Washington University Hospital’s sole owner under a newly inked deal with its namesake university.
Nick Sementelli in Greater Greater Washington: How to convince your friends to vote in DC
DC has long welcomed new residents from other locales. In fact, since the 1970s, transplants have consistently made up 70-80% of the District’s population.
Washington Post: One D.C. stop-sign camera brought in $1.3 million in tickets in 2 years
Rebecca Goldfield hadn’t received a moving violation in more than 50 years of driving. Then, at an unassuming intersection in Northwest Washington, her spotless record received its first black mark: She got a $100 photo ticket for going a…
District Links: Metro details plans for gradual return of 7000-series cars; violations at a NW…
Today is the last day for registered DC voters to change their party affiliation in advance of the June 21 primary.
Allister Chang and Lea Crusey: Recognizing unique AAPI experiences in DC
As Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month draws to a close, DC shouldn’t stop celebrating our city’s rich history and diverse communities. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are — and for generations have been — residents of this…
Axios: D.C. Voter Guide: Meet the candidates running to lead the city
The District is picking its top leaders for a pivotal new era.
Axios: How to vote in the 2022 D.C. primary election
Today is the final day for registered voters to change their party affiliation. D.C. voters must be registered with one of the parties (Republican, Democratic, D.C. Statehood Green, or Libertarian) to vote in the primary.
DCist: Metro Will Return Some Trains This Month, But Noticeable Schedule Changes Will Take Longer
A week after the Metrorail Safety Commission officially approved Metro’s plan to bring back the 7000-series trains, WMATA has released the 128-page detailed plan.
Washington Post: Memorial Day Parade returns to D.C. with ‘Top Gun’ Tuskegee Airman
Once slighted, an African American veteran pilot is set to lead this year’s parade
WTOP: DC Black Pride back in person this Memorial Day weekend ahead of Pride Month
Pride Month is often celebrated in June with rainbows and what some deem as easy-to-criticize consumption of branded products. However, Memorial Day weekend also acts as a days-early celebration of Black LGBTQ+ communities through DC’s…
Washingtonian: 5 Fascinating Stats About the Lincoln Memorial
How tall would Abe be if he stood up?
Washington Post: On its 100th birthday, the Lincoln Memorial still beckons a nation divided
One ordinary, epic day at Washington’s most visited monument
Washington Post: The original Lincoln memorial stands forgotten in D.C.’s Judiciary Square
People from across the country came to the Mall last weekend for an early celebration of the centennial of the Lincoln Memorial, which turns 100 on Monday. Barely more than two miles away, the original Lincoln memorial stood lonely and…