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DCist: Despite Republican Obstacles, D.C. Statehood Is Headed To The House Floor

Chris Kain Feb 11, 2020

The House of Representative’s Committee on Oversight and Reform approved a bill that would make D.C. a state, marking the first time in nearly three decades that federal lawmakers have voted on statehood legislation.

Washington Post Editorial Board: A bill to reduce sentences for violent D.C. felons goes too far

Chris Kain Dec 26, 2019

DESPITE SHARP reductions in crime, the District of Columbia remains among the most dangerous cities in the nation, with a violent crime rate nearly double that of New York. Nevertheless, the D.C. Council is considering subjecting the city…

Opinion

Chris Kain: As The DC Line marks its 18-month anniversary, here’s how you can help

Chris Kain Dec 18, 2019

As an editor or reporter working at a newspaper, you can easily see the work you’ve done pile up. My old desk at The Current surely demonstrated that. With an online outlet, it takes a bit more reflection to see the results of the time and…

WAMU: Metro Replaced 36 Insulators Along The Red Line After Fire, Smoke Problems On Tuesday

Chris Kain Dec 11, 2019

Inspectors swept through Red Line tunnels overnight after the Metro line saw not one, not two, not three, but four different reports of arcing insulator issues Tuesday, causing delays and angering its customers.

Catholic Standard: Interfaith Council of Washington celebrates 40th annual concert

Chris Kain Nov 19, 2019

In an evening of celebration of the work and legacy of the Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington, the 40th annual interfaith concert featured performances from seven different faith traditions with song, dance, and music at…

Press Release: Mayor Bowser Announces Lamont Carey as Acting Director of the Mayor’s Office of…

Chris Kain Oct 8, 2019

News Release — Executive Office of the Mayor October 8, 2019 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) (WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the appointment of Lamont Carey as Acting Director of the Mayor’s…

UrbanTurf: DC Council Unanimously Approves Updates to Comprehensive Plan

Chris Kain Oct 8, 2019

This afternoon, the DC Council unanimously passed a final draft of the “Comprehensive Plan Amendment Act of 2019."

Jenny Schuetz of the Brookings Institution: Restrictive zoning is impeding DC’s goal to build more…

Chris Kain Oct 8, 2019

Mayor Muriel Bowser kicked off her second term as Washington, D.C.’s mayor last January by setting an ambitious goal for the District: building 36,000 new homes by 2025. To reduce the likelihood that new construction will displace…

City Paper: Majority of D.C. Council Supports New Legislation Creating Excise Tax on Soda and Sugary…

Chris Kain Oct 7, 2019

A similar measure failed back in 2010, but proponents of the legislation say grassroots organizing is stronger this time around.

WTOP: The Wharf developers get biggest loan in DC history

Chris Kain Sep 30, 2019

Goldman Sachs Group is leading a group of investors backing the largest construction loan in D.C. history for development of The Wharf’s Phase 2 addition on the Southwest waterfront.

Press Release: District Launches “Feet on the Street” Campaign to Educate Residents on Reducing…

Chris Kain Sep 30, 2019

News Release — DC Department of Public Works FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2019 Contact: Nancee Lyons Department of Public Works inspectors will target bins containing plastic bags, wraps, films, and other non-recyclable…

Features

Fourth of July in the Palisades

Chris Kain Jul 4, 2019

A few scenes from the Palisades Citizens Association's 53rd annual Fourth of July Parade today under the midday sun: We didn't see any horses or the Safeway truck this year — both crowd favorites in the past — but #DontMuteDC, go-go, the…

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Flag Day

Chris Kain Jun 14, 2019

District government

Mendelson faces calls from four council members for public hearing prior to FOIA changes proposed in…

Chris Kain May 10, 2019

Near the end of a daylong work session Wednesday, DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson faced a spirited challenge from four council members who urged him not to pursue new exemptions to the District’s Freedom of Information Act next week via…

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Spring in Glover Park

Chris Kain Apr 8, 2019

District Links: How DC v. Facebook boosts Karl Racine’s profile; unlicensed company took in…

Chris Kain Dec 22, 2018

District government

The week ahead: Mayor to celebrate new short-term family housing in Ward 7; council to discuss…

Chris Kain Oct 9, 2018

Two weeks after cutting the ribbon on Ward 4’s new short-term family homeless shelter, Mayor Muriel Bowser will join other DC officials on Tuesday for the debut of Ward 7’s counterpart. Dubbed The Horizon, the new building at 5004 D St.…

District government

The week ahead: It’s not just about Initiative 77 and Airbnb regulations

Chris Kain Oct 1, 2018

The DC Council is set to hold its second legislative meeting since returning from summer recess, with a packed agenda on Tuesday that includes a measure to repeal Initiative 77 and new restrictions on short-term, Airbnb-style rentals. The…

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Downtown

Chris Kain Aug 19, 2018

Elections

District’s 296 ANC races draw up to five candidates, but two-thirds are uncontested

Chris Kain Aug 14, 2018

About a third of the District’s 296 advisory neighborhood commission seats have contested races, based on the candidate list released by the DC Board of Elections last week after the petition deadline for the Nov. 6 election. The number is…

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District Links: DC Council to consider ticket resale bill minus price cap; charting the extent of Lewis George’s…

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The DC Council is slated to vote next week on legislation to regulate the resale of tickets for concerts and theatrical performances, with the bill's author pressing for inclusion of a price cap that…

jonetta rose barras: What a difference a week or two makes to DC budget-making

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Between the DC Council’s first budget vote on June 9 and its second earlier this week, its proposed spending jumped by $50 million — ultimately exceeding by nearly $500 million Mayor Muriel Bowser’s…

District Links: Dems show increased turnout even with some ballots not yet tallied; Allen bill would let next mayor fill…

Jun 25, 2026 6

The Board of Elections' latest updates to the unofficial election results haven't altered projected electoral outcomes, but they do now show a notable jump in turnout compared to recent Democratic…

District Links: Auditor calls for DC to step up monitoring of contractor performance; judge tells Kennedy Center to…

Jun 24, 2026 9

With healthcare and construction topping the District's contract spending, a new report from the Office of the DC Auditor found general compliance with DC laws and regulations governing procurements…

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