Republicans rout Democrats in annual Congressional Baseball Game
It was a packed house at Nationals Park on Wednesday, but not for the Nationals. The crowd was out for the annual Congressional Baseball Game.
Trump military parade: Preparations underway amid concerns over costs and road damage
Preparations are shifting into high gear for a large-scale military parade in the District celebrating the Army’s 250th anniversary.
Trump's DC prosecutor pick facing opposition by key GOP senator
President Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. attorney in D.C. may have his confirmation in jeopardy after a key Republican senator says he won’t support Ed Martin’s nomination.
Initiative 82: Bowser calls for repeal of controversial DC ballot measure
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced plans to repeal Initiative 82, the voter-approved measure that gradually increases the minimum wage for tipped workers to match that of non-tipped employees.
Trayon White hints at re-election campaign for DC Council Ward 8 seat
Former Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, who was expelled from the D.C. Council less than two months ago, confirmed on social media his bid to reclaim his seat in the upcoming special election.
House to consider DC budget bill this week: source
Congress returned to Capitol Hill Monday, but there is still no indication when the House will take up a bill that could prevent Washington, D.C., from having to immediately cut $1 billion from its budget.
House to vote on bill to prevent DC budget cuts
Over a week has passed since lawmakers on Capitol Hill approved a bill to avert a government shutdown, but Washington, D.C.'s budget remains in jeopardy. Without intervention from the House, the city faces a potential $1 billion shortfall.
DC mayor urges Congress to pass Local Funds Act to prevent $1B budget cut
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and local leaders are urging Congress to act quickly to prevent drastic budget cuts that could cripple the city’s services.
Senate vote puts DC at risk of $1 billion budget cut amid shutdown standoff
With the clock ticking toward a partial government shutdown, Washington, D.C., is staring down a potential $1 billion budget shortfall that could slash funding for police, schools, and public services.
DC leaders urge Senate to reject spending bill
D.C. leaders are racing against the clock to prevent massive budget cuts from taking effect. With less than 24 hours remaining, senators face a high-stakes vote on a spending bill that could strip nearly a billion dollars from the nation's capital.
DC leaders push Senate to reject spending bill that would cut $1B funding from District
Right now, D.C. officials are pleading with the U.S. Senate to restore the city’s funding levels after the House passed a spending bill that would cut about $1 billion from the District’s budget.
Local leaders respond after House passes spending bill that would cut DC budget by $1B
D.C. leaders are responding after the House on Tuesday passed a spending bill that would cut $1 billion from the District's budget. They say the budget cut would be devastating for the city and residents who are following the bill as it moves to the Senate also say it needs to be stopped immediately.
House spending bill could cut $1 billion in DC funds; impacting schools, public safety
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is warning of devastating budget cuts if Congress passes a Republican-backed spending bill that would force the city to slash $1.1 billion in local funding halfway through the fiscal year.
DC council member defends Home Rule amid Trump’s threat to intervene
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s recent comments suggesting the federal government take control of Washington, D.C., Councilmember Brooke Pinto expressed concerns over the legitimate threat to the city’s self-governance.
Bowser continues to push back on Trump's call for federal government to take over DC
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is continuing to push back against calls for a federal takeover of the District — now backed by President Donald Trump — by making the case for the District of Columbia to become the 51st state.
DC Home Rule under threat after BOWSER Act introduced in Congress
Utah Senator Mike Lee and Tennessee Representative Andy Ogles introduced a bill last week that could strip Washington, D.C. of its ability to govern itself.
Trump Transition: President-elect meets with DC Mayor Muriel Bowser
President-elect Donald Trump met with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser at his Mar-a-Lago estate as he prepares to take office in less than a month.
Committee to deliberate after report finds Trayon White violated DC Council's Code of Conduct
The fate of D.C. Councilmember Trayon White hangs in the balance as the findings of an independent investigation into federal bribery charges head to the D.C. Council. A watchdog committee alleges he violated multiple parts of the District's Code of Conduct.
Report finds Trayon White violated DC Council's Code of Conduct
D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is one step closer to being expelled from the Council following the release of an investigative report that alleges he violated multiple provisions of the city’s code of conduct.
Leaders in DC, Maryland, Virginia prepare for Trump transition
Maryland and Virginia are gearing up to welcome in a new administration to Washington.