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Washington Post: D.C. Mayor Bowser will reappoint Police Chief Newsham, Superintendent Kang

Editor Jan 7, 2019

D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced Monday that she will reappoint Police Chief Peter Newsham and State Superintendent of Education Hanseul Kang, bringing continuity to key posts in her administration as she launches a second four-year…

DCist: Mayor Promises A Bill To Legalize Marijuana Sales Is Coming ‘Soon.’ One Councilmember Isn’t…

Editor Jan 7, 2019

At-large Councilmember David Grosso plans to introduce legislation to legalize the sale of marijuana in D.C. this Tuesday, just as he has every Council term he’s been in office—but this year may prove different.

WAMU: ‘We Have To Think Bigger About It’: Bowser Says D.C. Must Ramp Up Housing Construction

Editor Jan 7, 2019

D.C. needs more housing — and fast.

Mayor Bowser Kicks Off 2019 by Introducing Legislation to Support DC Values and Announcing Key…

Press Release Jan 7, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 7, 2019 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) Mayor Bowser Kicks Off 2019 by Introducing Legislation to Support DC Values and Announcing Key Appointments (WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser kicked off…

District government

Education, affordable housing emerge as key themes during 2019 inauguration

Emma Whitford Jan 7, 2019

Affordable housing, DC statehood, homelessness, education reform and reducing violent crime were key issues for many District officials during Wednesday’s swearing-in ceremony at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Mayor Muriel…

WTOP: Local leaders issue joint statement calling for end to government shutdown

Editor Jan 7, 2019

WASHINGTON — The chief executives of D.C., Maryland and Virginia have joined together in a letter which calls for an immediate end to the partial government shutdown.

Washington Post Editorial Board: Why did D.C. officials take so long to tackle the opioid epidemic?

Editor Jan 6, 2019

THE RECENT announcement by D.C. officials of a plan of action to tackle the District’s opioid epidemic prompts two questions. What took them so long? And, what are the chances for success given the city’s sorry performance to date in…

DCist: D.C. Police Seize More Than 88 Pounds Of Heroin During Drug Bust

Editor Jan 4, 2019

The Metropolitan Police Department has arrested two people in connection with a large seizure of illegal guns and drugs. Officers seized more than 88 pounds of heroin in the bust, making it the largest heroin seizure in D.C.-area history,…

Mayor Bowser Launches $7 Million Relief Program to Assist Residents and Nonprofits with Clean River…

Press Release Jan 4, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 4, 2019 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) Mike Matthews (DOEE) Mayor Bowser Launches $7 Million Relief Program to Assist Residents and Nonprofits with Clean River Fees (WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel…

Smart Cities Dive: DC to offer employees greater domestic violence protections

Editor Jan 3, 2019

Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser implemented a policy to protect city employees who are victims or survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and sexual assault. It took effect on Jan. 1.

Deborah Simmons in The Washington Times: Shutdown reveals D.C. marriage, wedding…

Editor Jan 3, 2019

The federal government shutdown seems to have thrown a wrench into the gears of love, marriage and weddings. It’s a false breakdown, though.

WAMU: New Ward 8 Grocery Store Breaks Ground — And Barriers — To Fresh Food

Editor Jan 3, 2019

Residents of the District’s Ward 8 can soon add Good Food Markets to the short list of fresh, healthy food options in the community. According to Mayor Muriel Bowser, the grocery store located at 4001 South Capitol Street Southwest is…

David Alpert in Greater Greater Washington: In a bold inaugural, Muriel Bowser says we need more…

Editor Jan 3, 2019

The last DC mayor to win re-election, Tony Williams, set a big goal for DC's growth in his second inaugural address. On Wednesday, so did Mayor Muriel Bowser in her inauguration for a second term. Her goals are exciting ones that DC…

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jonetta rose barras: A new beginning in DC government?

jonetta rose barras Jan 3, 2019

During their swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday, several elected officials attempted to muster an air of celebration — although pomp seemed to be sorely lacking at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It is hard to get overly excited…

Mayor Bowser Delivers Second Inaugural Address

Press Release Jan 2, 2019

Mayor Bowser Delivers Second Inaugural Address Wednesday, January 2, 2019 (WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser was sworn in as the first woman re-elected to a second term as the Mayor of the…

Washington Post: D.C. Mayor Bowser takes the oath of office for a second term

Editor Jan 2, 2019

D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser took the oath of office Wednesday, becoming the first mayor in 16 years reelected to lead the nation’s capital and the first woman to serve multiple terms.

DCist: Bowser Begins Her Second Term After Swearing-In Ceremony (And Mumbo Sauce Jokes)

Editor Jan 2, 2019

Mayor Muriel Bowser was sworn in for her second term as D.C. mayor on Wednesday, the first mayor to take the oath of office for a second time since 2002. She is also the first woman mayor to be reelected in the city’s history.

As Partial Federal Government Shutdown Continues, Mayor Bowser Declares DC Remains Open for Business…

Press Release Dec 31, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 31, 2018 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) As Partial Federal Government Shutdown Continues, Mayor Bowser Declares DC Remains Open for Business DC Government Services, Metro, and Multitude of Events and…

Mayor Bowser Issues First District-Wide Policy on Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

Press Release Dec 31, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 31, 2018 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) Mayor Bowser Issues First District-Wide Policy on Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Washington, DC Is One of Only a Few Jurisdictions Nationwide…

Washington Post: From rats to noise complaints, city’s new nightlife director takes on D.C. after…

Editor Dec 29, 2018

It was nearly 8 p.m. when D.C.’s new director of nightlife and culture dashed into a Starbucks south of Dupont Circle.

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District Links: McDuffie wins backing of DC Chamber affiliate; Bowser talks up DPW composting program; MPD adds weekend…

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Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Department of Public Works are touting the expansion of the city's composting program, with the collection of more than 11 million pounds of food waste since 2017 and…

jonetta rose barras: Nine at-large DC Council Democratic primary candidates fight to win a political lottery

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“While change is good, prepared leadership is better,” Kevin Chavous said as he introduced himself during the DC Office of Campaign Finance’s at-large primary debate late last month. He is one of…

District Links: Feds announce $465 million grant for Union Station repairs, improvements; AU president steps down for…

May 28, 2026 10

American University President Jonathan Alger announced yesterday that he'll step down June 30 after two years in the post.

District Links: Council begins hashing out budget priorities; faulty alert system meant $1M spent on manual fire watch…

May 27, 2026 9

Midway through the DC Council's budget work session, legislators are making clear some of their shared priorities on where to direct any available funding to avoid — or at least trim — cuts proposed…

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