District Links: DC settles suit over programs for high school students at DC jail; Metro eyes gap-closing options while seeking extra funds; and more

By Chris Kain On Sep 26, 2023 Last updated Sep 26, 2023

Present and former DC officials yesterday helped unveil Allen Y. Lew Place in honor of the “master builder” who oversaw the construction of the adjacent Walter E. Washington Convention Center as well as multiple other public works projects during his tenure with the District government.

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