The DC Lineup for this weekend: Juneteenth, jams and joining together
As The DC Line celebrates its two-year anniversary this week, we are proud to convey the heart of our publication by delivering a Lineup filled with local history and ways for the community to connect over the next few days, June 19 to 21.…
Washington Business Journal: Meet Chef Danny Lledo. This D.C. restaurateur and paella master is…
Chef Danny Lledo is the award-winning executive behind D.C.'s Xiquet DL and Slate Wine Bar. He is currently offering make-from-home paella kits and a master class in the dish's preparation, while preparing to reopening his dining rooms the…
WTOP: DC Phase Two coronavirus reopening begins Monday
Phase Two of D.C.’s coronavirus reopening will begin on Monday, June 22, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Friday.
UrbanTurf: New Housing Relief Programs Announced in DC Amid Public Health Emergency
Yesterday, Mayor Bower's office announced the introduction of new programs and funding to offer rent assistance to DC residents.
DCist: D.C. To Enter Phase Two Of Reopening On Monday
D.C. will enter Phase Two of reopening on Monday, June 22.
DCist: A Nonprofit Worker Is Mounting An Independent Challenge To Brooke Pinto For The Ward 2 Seat
First-time candidate and former District government attorney Brooke Pinto officially became the Democratic nominee for the Ward 2 D.C. Council seat Wednesday, when D.C.’s elections board certified the results of the June 2 primary.
Washington Post: D.C. will enter Phase 2 of coronavirus recovery Monday, putting entire region into…
The District will enter the second phase of coronavirus reopening next week, bringing the entire Washington region into Phase 2 as the area moves out of a weeks-long pandemic shutdown.
DCist: Monument For Washington Football Team’s Racist Founder Removed From RFK Stadium After Being…
A large marble monument for George Preston Marshall, the founder of the Washington football team who staunchly opposed integrating the team, was removed from the grounds of RFK Stadium on Friday morning after “Change the name” was…
DCist: DC Water Will Build A New Tunnel To Prevent Sewage Overflows Into Rock Creek
You may have noticed green infrastructure appearing in neighborhoods around D.C. lately — rain gardens next to the sidewalk, permeable pavers in alleys and parking lanes.
Press Release: Mayor Bowser Announces Phase Two Begins on Monday, June 22
News Release — Executive Office of the Mayor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
June 19, 2020
CONTACT:
LaToya Foster (EOM)
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Phase Two will begin on Monday, June 22, 2020,…
Tonia Wellons and Ursula Wright in The Post: How to reconstruct an equitable future for our region
We are in a trifecta of crises that threatens our nation’s public health, economic security and democracy. Though this pandemic is new, racism and economic injustice are not. The pandemic has served to further reveal preexisting inequities…
Washington Post: Missing art museums? Take a mural stroll though Washington’s art-rich streets.
With museum closures extending into their fourth month, art-starved D.C. residents like me are taking to the streets for their cultural fix. Thankfully, Washington boasts a rich mural game, one that can transform a neighborhood stroll into…
Washington Post: Go-go is making headlines again. Now it’s time for a history lesson.
Go-go music has been percolating in local clubs since the 1970s, but D.C.’s homegrown style of syncopated funk has experienced a whirlwind 15 months.
Press Release: Cardin, Van Hollen and Carper Introduce Legislation to Strip the President’s Ability…
News Release — U.S. Senator Ben Cardin
JUNE 18, 2020
Bills Grant D.C. Control Over its Police and National Guard
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin, Chris Van Hollen (both D-Md.) and Tom Carper (D-Del.) have…
WTOP: DC jails ordered to reform conditions for inmates during pandemic
The federal court system has ordered D.C.’s Department of Corrections to make changes to jail protocol when it comes to the coronavirus.
WTOP: One Juneteenth DC rally calls for defunding police, canceling rent
In celebration of Juneteeth, one group is joining dozens of planned marches to raise awareness to the needs of the black community in D.C., particularly police reform and evictions.
WTOP: Senate bill would strip president’s power to federalize DC police
New Senate legislation, proposed in the wake of widespread protests across the region, would take away the president’s authority to federalize D.C. police and control the District’s National Guard.
DCist: Report Finds Train Operator In Farragut Crash Had History Of Safety Violations
The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission has completed investigations into several recent safety incidents, including the crash of two Metro trains outside of the Farragut West station after midnight on October 7, 2019.
Washington Post: Juneteenth in D.C.: Protest, celebration coexist as holiday gains energy in…
Juneteenth in the District has long been a day of reflection, rallies and celebration.
Washington Post: Operator in October Metro crash had lengthy record of violations, including…
The Metro train operator responsible for an after-hours crash in October that caused an estimated $12 million of damage had a lengthy record of violations and incidents, including an 18-month suspension for a 2006 crash and a derailment in…